The bill amends and reenacts sections of the Code of West Virginia to authorize various agencies within the Department of Homeland Security to promulgate legislative rules. Specifically, it allows the Governor's Committee on Crime, Delinquency, and Correction to establish rules regarding law enforcement responses to child abuse and neglect, as well as protocols for sexual assault forensic examinations. Additionally, the Division of Protective Services is authorized to set rules concerning the ranks and duties of its officers, while the State Emergency Response Commission can create rules for the Emergency Planning Grant Program. The West Virginia State Police are also granted authority to develop rules for cadet selection and the Career Progression System.

Notably, the bill includes specific modifications to the legislative rules as filed in the State Register, ensuring they meet the objections raised by the Legislative Rule-Making Review Committee. For instance, the rule regarding cadet selection has been amended to remove the requirement of "for two years." The bill is effective immediately upon passage and has been certified by the clerks of both the Senate and the House of Delegates.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 64-6-1
Committee Substitute: 64-6-1
Enrolled Committee Substitute: 64-6-1