HB 2858
Relating to a counties' ability to regulate floodplains under National Flood Insurance Program guidelines
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Bill overview
This bill clarifies the authority of West Virginia counties to regulate floodplains within their jurisdictions under the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). Specifically, it ensures counties can implement floodplain management regulations consistent with NFIP guidelines without being restricted by more stringent local ordinances. The bill also prohibits counties from enacting regulations that conflict with state laws regarding agricultural operations or pesticide use, while allowing them to establish requirements for NFIP participation.
Key provisions
- Clarifies counties’ authority to regulate floodplains under NFIP regulations.
- Prohibits county ordinances that are stricter than state laws regarding agricultural operations.
- Prohibits county ordinances that restrict the use of federally or state-registered pesticides, herbicides, or insecticides.
- Reinforces counties’ ability to participate in the National Flood Insurance Program.
- Addresses county commissions’ existing powers related to record keeping and probate matters.
- Specifies that county commissions cannot limit the right to own firearms.
- Requires the revocation of any existing county ordinances that conflict with state laws regarding agricultural operations.
Who is affected
- County Commissions
- Property Owners in Floodplains
- West Virginia Residents
- Agricultural Businesses
- Pesticide Manufacturers
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