SB708

Creating WV River Access and Bridge Modernization Act

Introduced·2/2/26

West Virginia SB708 creates the River Access and Bridge Modernization Act to improve public river access safety.

West Virginia SB708, the River Access and Bridge Modernization Act, aims to enhance public safety by improving access to navigable waterways. The bill authorizes the Division of Highways to design, construct, and maintain public river access facilities, focusing on areas where improved access can reduce emergency response incidents. It prohibits the use of eminent domain for property acquisition, allowing only voluntary agreements.

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Where it stands

Current
Judiciary Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Feb 11

9:30 AM

Senate Natural Resources Committee Meeting

History

Feb 12

Senate

Committee substitute reported, but first to Judiciary

Feb 12

Senate

To Judiciary

Feb 2

Senate

Filed for introduction