The proposed bill aims to amend the Code of West Virginia by adding a new section, 17C-4-18, which focuses on environmental cleanup in the event of motor vehicle crashes. It allows first responders at the scene of a crash or environmental hazard to notify the public safety answering point (PAP) and request the assistance of a West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) approved environmental cleanup company if hazardous materials are released.

Furthermore, the bill mandates that once a first responder contacts a DEP-approved cleanup company, the West Virginia DEP is responsible for ensuring that containment, cleanup, and reclamation efforts are conducted in a timely and satisfactory manner. This legislation is designed to enhance the state's response to environmental hazards resulting from vehicle accidents, thereby protecting public health and the environment.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 17C-4-18