SB257

DEP rule relating to ambient air quality standards

Introduced·1/15/26
Intr Text

Authorizes the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection to create rules on ambient air quality standards.

West Virginia SB257 authorizes the Department of Environmental Protection to establish legislative rules concerning ambient air quality standards. This bill amends Section 64-3-1 of the West Virginia Code, enabling the Department to implement these rules. The rule was initially filed in the State Register on July 23, 2025, under Section 22-5-4.

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History

Jan 29

Senate

Reported in Com. Sub. for S. B. 256

Jan 15

Senate

Filed for introduction

Jan 15

Senate

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