The resolution, introduced on February 5, 2026, encourages the West Virginia Division of Highways, in collaboration with the West Virginia Department of Tourism, to organize a statewide design competition for K-12 students to create a new state highway route number shield. This initiative is part of the celebrations for the 250th Anniversary of the United States and the 100th Anniversary of the U.S. numbered highway system. The current highway markers in West Virginia are described as generic and lacking a distinct state identity, and the resolution aims to foster civic pride and enhance the experience of tourists by creating a unique design that reflects West Virginia's character.

The competition will establish specific design requirements to ensure the new shield is recognizable, legible, and compliant with federal standards. The winning design will be selected by December 31, 2026, and the student designer will be honored by the West Virginia Legislature in 2027, receiving a full-size sign featuring their design. The implementation of the new design will begin on July 1, 2027, through normal sign replacement cycles, ensuring no additional costs to taxpayers. A copy of the resolution will be sent to relevant state officials to facilitate the initiative.