This bill amends and reenacts section 64-3-1 of the Code of West Virginia, 1931, to authorize the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to promulgate a legislative rule concerning emission standards for hazardous air pollutants. The specific rule in question was filed in the State Register on August 23, 2024, and subsequently modified to address objections from the Legislative Rule-Making Review Committee before being refiled on November 18, 2024.

The primary aim of this legislation is to ensure that the DEP has the authority to implement updated emission standards that align with current environmental regulations and public health considerations. The bill does not include any deletions or modifications to existing legal language, as it introduces new provisions to facilitate the DEP's regulatory responsibilities.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 64-3-1