This bill amends and reenacts section 64-9-1 of the Code of West Virginia, 1931, to authorize the Real Estate Commission to promulgate a legislative rule concerning the licensing of real estate brokers, associate brokers, and salespersons, as well as the conduct of brokerage business. The specific legislative rule referenced, identified as 174 CSR 01, was initially filed in the State Register on July 31, 2025, and subsequently modified to address concerns raised by the Legislative Rule-Making Review Committee before being refiled on September 18, 2025. The primary purpose of this bill is to formalize the authority of the Real Estate Commission to implement the aforementioned legislative rule, thereby ensuring that the licensing and operational standards for real estate professionals in West Virginia are clearly defined and regulated. This amendment aims to enhance the governance of the real estate industry within the state.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 64-9-1