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WV SR32

Resolution

Status

Passed

2/18/2026

Primary Sponsor

Chris Rose

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Declares Senate commitment to protecting West Virginia coal jobs, coal-fired power plants, and coal-dependent communities as vital to the state's economy and energy security
  • Establishes that coal-fired power plants should operate at a minimum 69 percent annual capacity factor to maintain grid stability and sustain employment
  • Opposes any regulatory, financial, or operational actions that risk mine closures or coal job losses
  • Commits to preventing ratepayers from bearing higher electricity costs for projects that reduce in-state jobs or energy reliability
  • Prioritizes long-term local employment over temporary or out-of-state contracting and opposes outside entities extracting wealth without reinvesting in West Virginia communities

Legislative Description

Protecting WV coal jobs, coal power, and coal families

Last Action

Completed legislative action

2/18/2026

Committee Referrals

Energy, Industry and Mining2/11/2026

Full Bill Text

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