SB 924
Creating WV Country Roads Act
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Bill overview
This bill, the ‘West Virginia Country Roads Mapping and Marketing Act,’ aims to map scenic and back roads within West Virginia counties for tourism purposes. It establishes a process for counties to apply for mapping services, including digital mapping and road surface classification. The West Virginia Division of Highways (WVDOH) will create an interactive map and mobile application to showcase these routes and allow public input. Funding for the project will come from the WVDOH’s tourism and infrastructure budget.
Key provisions
- Counties can apply to the WVDOH for mapping of back roads and secondary routes.
- The WVDOH will classify roads based on surface type (paved, gravel, dirt) and designate roads requiring 4x4 vehicles.
- An interactive map and mobile application will be developed to display mapped routes and allow public contributions.
- The map will be publicly editable with notes and route recommendations.
- The WVDOH will issue a request for proposals (RFP) for mapping technology and app development.
- Annual reports detailing program participation and impact will be submitted to the Legislature.
- Counties can provide feedback and request system updates.
Who is affected
- West Virginia Counties
- West Virginia Division of Highways (WVDOH)
- Tourists and Visitors
- Local Businesses
- West Virginia Residents
Notable changes
- Creates a dedicated system for mapping and marketing scenic back roads.
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