This bill proposes an amendment to the Code of West Virginia, specifically section 7-1-3d, to extend the time frame for payment of charges levied for services by county fire prevention units from 75 days to 180 days. The amendment aims to provide property owners and responsible parties with a longer period to settle their financial obligations following fire department responses, which may include firefighting services, victim rescue, or cleanup of hazardous materials.

In addition to the extended payment period, the bill maintains existing provisions regarding the approval of fee rates by county commissions, the requirement for itemized billing, and the potential for legal action to recover unpaid fees after 90 days if no payment schedule has been established. The overall intent of the legislation is to enhance the financial flexibility for individuals and entities responsible for payment while ensuring that fire departments can still pursue recovery of costs incurred for their services.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 7-1-3d