HB 4213
Relating to authorizing the Department of Environmental Protection to promulgate a legislative rule relating to requirements governing water quality standards.
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- Passed House of Delegates
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill authorizes the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to create a new rule, 47 CSR 02, that outlines the requirements for water quality standards. Specifically, it focuses on the work of the Division of Water and Waste Management within the DEP. The rule will address standards governing water quality, as determined by the department.
Key provisions
- Authorizes the DEP to promulgate a legislative rule.
- Designates 47 CSR 02 as the rule governing water quality standards.
- Specifies the Division of Water and Waste Management as the responsible agency.
- Refers to a rule previously modified by the Legislative Rule-Making Review Committee.
- Relates to requirements governing water quality standards.
Who is affected
- West Virginia residents
- Businesses operating in West Virginia
- The West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection
- The Division of Water and Waste Management
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Primary sponsor
D. Smith
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