The resolution proposes the approval of United States H.R. 5966, known as the Ohio River Restoration Program Act, which aims to enhance the quality of the Ohio River and provide various benefits to West Virginia. The Ohio River, a vital waterway that spans 981 miles and serves as a crucial resource for approximately 700,000 residents in West Virginia, is currently facing significant pollution challenges. The proposed legislation seeks to establish the Ohio River Basin Restoration Program, which will focus on improving water quality, increasing flood resilience, restoring natural habitats, controlling invasive species, and enhancing public access and recreational opportunities.

The resolution emphasizes the importance of the Ohio River to West Virginia, highlighting its role in transportation, drinking water supply, and economic development. With bipartisan support for H.R. 5966 in the House of Representatives, the resolution expresses the House of Delegates' endorsement of the initiative, which is designed to be a non-regulatory program that does not impose additional permit regulations. The resolution concludes by directing the Clerk to send a copy to West Virginia's congressional delegation, advocating for the state's interests in the restoration of the Ohio River.