HB 3217
Relating to notification requirements for environmental spills
Take action
Record your position on this measure.
Sign in to record your position, submit testimony, or contact your legislator.
Sign in to take action- Introduced
- Passed House of Delegates
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill requires the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to promptly notify the public about hazardous environmental spills affecting the state’s waters. It mandates that notifications include details about the spill’s location, substance, potential impacts, and recommended precautions. The bill also establishes a system for tracking spills and ensuring responsible parties immediately report incidents to the DEP and Emergency Management Division.
Arguments in favor
Reasons to support this legislation.
No arguments in favor have been submitted.
Submit yoursArguments opposed
Reasons to oppose this legislation.
No arguments opposed have been submitted.
Submit yours