The bill amends the Code of West Virginia by adding a new section, 5-1-31, which mandates the Governor to develop comprehensive crisis preparedness plans. These plans are intended to address significant threats to the state and its citizens, prioritizing crises such as nuclear war, major disruptions to the energy grid, significant cyber-attacks, invasion, and insurrection. The legislation outlines that the plans must encompass preventative measures, mitigation strategies, immediate responses, remediation efforts, and recovery processes.

Additionally, the bill requires the Department of Homeland Security to provide a briefing to the Interim Joint Standing Committee on Government Organization by the first interim meeting of 2027 regarding the tentative plans and measures being implemented. The final crisis preparedness plans are to be completed by July 30, 2027, with annual updates to be presented to the committee each June. This initiative aims to enhance the state's readiness for potential crises and ensure the safety and governance of West Virginia.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 5-1-31
Committee Substitute: 5-1-31