The resolution, introduced on February 20, 2026, requests the Joint Committee on Government and Finance to conduct a study on the integrity and security of elections in West Virginia. This study will specifically examine the practicality and feasibility of implementing single-member Senate districts, a concept that has garnered interest from both legislators and constituents concerned about election integrity. The committee is tasked with gathering information from the Office of the Secretary of State, county clerks, and other relevant parties regarding technological feasibility, financial implications, election security, and the practical aspects of such a change within the constraints of existing election processes.

Furthermore, the resolution mandates that the Joint Committee report its findings, conclusions, and recommendations to the Legislature during the regular session of 2027. It also includes provisions for drafting any necessary legislation to implement the recommendations derived from the study. The costs associated with conducting the study and preparing the report will be covered by legislative appropriations allocated to the Joint Committee on Government and Finance.