The resolution, introduced on February 3, 2026, emphasizes the critical role of reliable energy infrastructure in fostering economic development and job creation in West Virginia. It highlights the state's position as the fourth leading natural gas producer in the nation, largely due to the Marcellus and Utica Shale formations, and underscores the significant economic contributions of the natural gas and oil industry, which supports tens of thousands of jobs and generates billions in revenue. The resolution calls for the expansion and modernization of natural gas pipeline infrastructure within the state to enhance access to affordable energy, support industrial growth, and meet the increasing demand in the Eastern Panhandle.

Furthermore, the resolution addresses the challenges posed by neighboring Maryland's obstruction of pipeline infrastructure, which limits West Virginia's ability to utilize its natural gas resources effectively. It advocates for the development of a large intra-Panhandle pipeline to meet current and future energy needs and encourages collaboration with industry stakeholders to align infrastructure planning with market demands. The resolution concludes by directing the Clerk of the House of Delegates to share copies with relevant state and federal officials, emphasizing the state's commitment to advancing its natural gas infrastructure for economic and residential benefits.