SB256

Authorizing DEP to promulgate legislative rules

Complete·3/2/26

West Virginia SB256 authorizes the Department of Environmental Protection to create rules for alternative emission limits during startup and shutdown.

West Virginia SB256 authorizes the Department of Environmental Protection to promulgate a legislative rule concerning alternative emission limitations during startup and shutdown operations. This rule is intended to provide flexibility in managing emissions during these critical phases of operation. The bill specifies that the rule is based on the authority granted under Section 22-5-4 of the West Virginia Code. This legislative action aims to ensure that the Department of Environmental Protection can effectively regulate emissions during startup and shutdown operations.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

33 Yea

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0 Nay

1 Absent

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Calendar

Feb 16

3:00 PM

House Energy and Public Works Meeting

Feb 16

3:00 PM

Standing Committee on Energy and Public Works Meeting

History

Mar 2

House

Approved by Governor 3/2/2026 - House Journal

Mar 2

Senate

Approved by Governor 3/2/2026

Feb 24

House

House received Senate message