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WV SCR7
Concurrent Resolution
Status
Engrossed
3/14/2026
Primary Sponsor
Rollan Roberts
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AI Summary
- Requests the Joint Committee on Government and Finance to study the ongoing water crisis in southern West Virginia, focusing specifically on McDowell County and Wyoming County
- Responds to longstanding problems including contaminated water, discolored water, service interruptions, and aging infrastructure in the southern coalfield region
- Cites a January 2026 incident where polychlorinated biphenyl (PCB) leaking from distribution transformers contaminated water systems in the Town of Wayne and Clear Fork in Wyoming County
- Requires examination of infrastructure conditions, unexpected contamination sources, and whether the WV Department of Environmental Protection is adequately exercising its oversight powers
- Directs the committee to report findings, conclusions, recommendations, and draft legislation to the 2027 regular legislative session
Legislative Description
Requesting Joint Committee on Government and Finance study ongoing water crisis in southern WV
Last Action
Ordered to House
3/14/2026
Full Bill Text
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