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WV SR37

Resolution

Status

Passed

2/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Anne Charnock

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Designates February 13, 2026, as West Virginia Silver Jackets Flood Resiliency Day at the Capitol and recognizes February 9-13, 2026, as West Virginia Silver Jackets Flood Resiliency Week

  • Over the past 10 years, West Virginia has experienced more than 1,680 flooding events, causing an estimated $54 million in property damage and 34 deaths from flash and riverine flooding

  • Flash flooding is recognized as West Virginia's greatest natural hazard, and the resolution encourages residents to prepare homes, families, businesses, and communities for flood events

  • Multiple agencies collaborate on flood resiliency efforts, including the Army Corps of Engineers, West Virginia State Resiliency Office, National Weather Service, and West Virginia Emergency Management Division

  • Directs the Clerk to forward a copy of the resolution to the West Virginia State Resiliency Office

Legislative Description

Designating February 13, 2026, as WV Silver Jackets Flood Resiliency Day

Last Action

Completed legislative action

2/13/2026

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