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West VirginiaSB 2562026 Regular SessionSenate

Authorizing DEP to promulgate legislative rules

Sponsored By: Patricia Rucker (Republican)

Signed by Governor

§64-3-1

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Bill Overview

Analyzed Economic Effects

4 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 1 costs, 3 mixed.

Extra proof for carbon storage fees

The law authorizes the carbon dioxide sequestration fee schedule rule filed July 24, 2025 and refiled January 8, 2026 after committee changes. It requires parties to submit other evidence of fair market value the Commission requests in section 4.7.1. Fee payers must provide extra documentation. Households are not directly affected.

Change to one water quality limit

The law authorizes updated water quality standards filed July 24, 2025 and refiled January 8, 2026 after committee changes. It replaces the number 20 with 120 in subsection 8.23. Regulators and permit holders must follow the new limit and adjust monitoring or permits. People who use affected waters may see changes in protection levels over time.

Stronger air rules for polluting facilities

The law lets DEP enforce seven updated air rules filed in the State Register on July 22–23, 2025. They cover ambient air standards, startup and shutdown limits, new‑source performance, solid‑waste burning, hazardous‑waste facilities, hazardous air pollutants, and cross‑state NOx and SO2 controls. Facilities that emit air pollution must meet these requirements. Communities statewide get stronger air protections and may breathe cleaner air over time.

Updated hazardous waste management rules

The law authorizes the hazardous waste management system rule under state code §22-18-6. Regulated hazardous‑waste handlers and facilities must follow updated management requirements. This aims to protect communities and the environment. Businesses may face added compliance steps and costs.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsor

  • Patricia Rucker

    Republican • Senate

Cosponsors

There are no cosponsors for this bill.

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 269 • No: 22

Senate vote • 2/23/2026

Effective from passage (Roll No. 205)

Yes: 33 • No: 0

Senate vote • 2/23/2026

Senate concurred in House amendments and passed bill (Roll No. 204)

Yes: 33 • No: 0

House vote • 2/20/2026

Effective from passage (Roll No. 138)

Yes: 86 • No: 10

House vote • 2/20/2026

Passed House (Roll No. 137)

Yes: 84 • No: 12

Senate vote • 2/5/2026

Effective from passage (Roll No. 45)

Yes: 33 • No: 0

Senate vote • 2/5/2026

Passed Senate (Roll No. 44)

Yes: 0 • No: 0

Actions Timeline

  1. Approved by Governor 3/2/2026 - House Journal

    3/2/2026House

  2. Approved by Governor 3/2/2026

    3/2/2026Senate

  3. House received Senate message

    2/24/2026House

  4. To Governor 2/24/2026

    2/24/2026Senate

  5. To Governor 2/24/2026 - House Journal

    2/24/2026House

  6. House Message received

    2/23/2026Senate

  7. Senate concurred in House amendments and passed bill (Roll No. 204)

    2/23/2026Senate

  8. Effective from passage (Roll No. 205)

    2/23/2026Senate

  9. Communicated to House

    2/23/2026Senate

  10. Completed legislative action

    2/23/2026Senate

  11. On 3rd reading, Special Calendar

    2/20/2026House

  12. Read 3rd time

    2/20/2026House

  13. Passed House (Roll No. 137)

    2/20/2026House

  14. Title amendment adopted (Voice vote)

    2/20/2026House

  15. Effective from passage (Roll No. 138)

    2/20/2026House

  16. Communicated to Senate

    2/20/2026House

  17. On 2nd reading, Special Calendar

    2/19/2026House

  18. Read 2nd time

    2/19/2026House

  19. Amendment reported by the Clerk

    2/19/2026House

  20. Committee amendment adopted (Voice vote)

    2/19/2026House

  21. Amendment reported by the Clerk

    2/19/2026House

  22. Amendment rejected (Voice vote)

    2/19/2026House

  23. On 1st reading, Special Calendar

    2/18/2026House

  24. Read 1st time

    2/18/2026House

  25. With amendments, do pass

    2/17/2026House

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