This bill amends the Code of West Virginia to authorize the State Emergency Response Commission to promulgate a legislative rule concerning emergency planning and community right-to-know. Specifically, it addresses the legislative rule filed in the State Register on January 8, 2025, which was modified to address objections from the Legislative Rule-Making Review Committee and subsequently refiled on August 13, 2025. The new legal language inserted into the current law includes the designation of the rule as 55 CSR 01. The primary purpose of this bill is to ensure that the State Emergency Response Commission has the authority to implement regulations that enhance community awareness and preparedness regarding emergencies. By formalizing this legislative rule, the bill aims to improve the state's emergency response framework and promote transparency in community safety measures.

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Introduced Version: 64-6-1