HB 3059
Making it a mandatory 25 year sentence for an assault on any law enforcement or animal
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Bill overview
This bill establishes a mandatory 25-year prison sentence for assaults on law enforcement officers or animals in West Virginia. It empowers the Public Service Commission to investigate railroad management, violations of interstate commerce laws, and neglect or unsafe practices. The commission gains broader authority to regulate railroad operations, including rates, schedules, and safety measures, and to enforce compliance through fines and forfeiture. It also establishes rules for reporting accidents and ensuring adequate service.
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