The Committee on Government Organization met this afternoon to consider the following legislation.
House Bill 3130 creates the WV Coalfields Energy Research and Economic Development Authority. The authority would promote opportunities for energy development, energy storage, and manufacturing in the West Virginia coalfields. It would work to position West Virginia as a leader in energy workforce and energy technology research and development. The Authority would have five members; four would be appointed by the Governor and one would be the Secretary of the Department of Economic Development.
House Bill 2762 requires the State Fire Commission to propose rules providing those buildings commencing construction after July 1, 2023, housing emergency fire, rescue, or ambulance services shall be protected throughout by approved automatic sprinkler systems.
House Bill 2967 expedites the processing of professional or trade license applications for service members, veterans, and their spouses when the applicant is licensed and in good standing in another jurisdiction.
