The resolution introduced on January 8, 2025, establishes the joint rules for the West Virginia Legislature's eighty-seventh session, detailing the procedures for joint assemblies, election returns, and conflict resolution between the Senate and House of Delegates. It emphasizes the necessity of clear communication through written messages and the formation of joint committees to address specific issues, such as pensions and retirement. The resolution also outlines the processing of bills, including timelines for filing and consideration, and mandates that all engrossed bills and resolutions passed by both houses be filed with the Clerk of the House of Delegates, ensuring efficient legislative operations.

Furthermore, the resolution specifies the authentication and record-keeping processes for enrolled bills, requiring that any proposed legislative rule referenced in a bill be included in its full text. It mandates signatures from the Clerks of both houses for authentication and outlines the presentation of bills to the Governor, including timelines for approval or disapproval. Additional guidelines cover joint committee meetings, the printing of legislative journals, and the regulation of office spaces, while also addressing the introduction of various types of resolutions and the processing of petitions from county commissions. Lastly, it establishes a timeline for naming transportation infrastructure, ensuring that applications are submitted in a timely manner for legislative consideration.