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 water pollution control permit fee schedules. The specific rule in question was filed in the State Register on August 29, 2024, and subsequently modified to address concerns raised by the Legislative Rule-Making Review Committee before being refiled on November 21, 2024.

The primary aim of this legislation is to provide the DEP with the necessary authority to establish and implement a structured fee schedule for water pollution control permits, thereby enhancing the regulatory framework for environmental protection in West Virginia. The bill does not include any deletions or additional legal language beyond the authorization of the DEP to proceed with the specified rule.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 64-3-1