Allows localities contiguous to West Virginia's border to join the state through local elections and legislative approval.

This bill enables localities or territories contiguous to West Virginia's border to join the state through a binding referendum and legislative approval. The Secretary of State must notify the locality's officials and citizens about the new governmental structures and regulations. Businesses in the newly admitted areas can file for licensing and registration with the state. The Legislature must adjust its membership to reflect the new localities. Citizens have a grace period before tax enforcement begins. The bill also includes provisions for professional licensing and voting rights.

Allows localities contiguous to West Virginia's border to join the state through local elections and legislative approval.

This bill enables localities or territories contiguous to West Virginia's border to join the state through a binding referendum and legislative approval. The Secretary of State must notify the locality's officials and citizens about the new governmental structures and regulations. Businesses in the newly admitted areas can file for licensing and registration with the state. The Legislature must adjust its membership to reflect the new localities. Citizens have a grace period before tax enforcement begins. The bill also includes provisions for professional licensing and voting rights.