HB5525

To create the “Southern West Virginia Clean Water Fund” to be used in water emergencies or to upgrade infrastructure so residences can get clean water.

Introduced·2/13/26
Intr Text

Establishes the Southern West Virginia Clean Water Fund to improve water quality and infrastructure in southern counties.

The bill establishes the Southern West Virginia Clean Water Fund to enhance water quality standards, upgrade infrastructure, and ensure safe drinking water for residents in southern counties. It mandates quarterly testing for contaminants, requires annual infrastructure assessments, and sets fines for noncompliance. The fund will finance infrastructure upgrades, lead pipe replacement, and financial assistance for low-income households. The West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection will oversee the implementation and enforcement of these provisions.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

0
11
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

46 Yea

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47 Nay

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6 Absent

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Calendar

Feb 17

5:00 PM

Standing Committee on Energy and Public Works Meeting

Feb 16

3:00 PM

House Energy and Public Works Meeting

History

Mar 5

House

On 2nd reading, Special Calendar

Mar 5

House

Placed on House Calendar

Mar 5

House

On 2nd reading, House Calendar