The bill establishes a new pilot program for snow removal in West Virginia, specifically targeting secondary roads in Monongalia County and Preston County. It outlines a priority schedule for snow removal, categorizing state routes into four levels: Priority One for major highways, Priority Two for school bus routes, Priority Three for remaining routes, and Priority Four for park and forest routes. The Division of Highways is tasked with managing the program, which includes issuing Requests for Proposals to multiple vendors for snow removal services. The program is set to last for two years, and the Division of Highways retains the authority to determine which specific roads will receive maintenance.

Additionally, the bill clarifies that vendors providing snow removal services will not be granted immunity from legal liability for any damages incurred during their operations. It also allows the Commissioner of the Division of Highways to terminate contracts related to snow removal with a 30-day notice for cause. This legislation aims to improve the reliability of snow removal services across all 55 counties in West Virginia, addressing the hardships faced by residents due to inadequate snow management.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 17-9-1
Committee Substitute: 17-9-1
Engrossed Committee Substitute: 17-9-1
Enrolled Committee Substitute: 17-9-1