2026 Regular Session

HB 5381

Relating to developing a comprehensive energy development policy and plan for the Office of Energy

Law

Jurisdiction

West Virginia

Session

2026 Regular Session

Official source

Chamber

House of Delegates

Session

2026 Regular Session

Jurisdiction

West Virginia

Bill overview

This bill aims to overhaul West Virginia’s energy policy and development plan under the Office of Energy. It consolidates various energy-related programs, including the Office of Coalfield Community Development, and transfers certain responsibilities to the Office of Energy. The bill seeks to establish a long-lasting energy policy embracing diverse sources like coal, natural gas, nuclear, and renewables, emphasizing stability, efficiency, and security. It also includes provisions for stakeholder meetings, rulemaking authority for the Office of Energy, and requirements for power plants to obtain approval before decommissioning.

Key provisions

Consolidates and transfers functions of the Office of Coalfield Community Development to the Office of Energy.
Establishes the Comprehensive Energy Policy and Development Plan Act of 2026.
Directs the Office of Energy to develop a comprehensive energy plan prioritizing reliable baseload generation and domestic energy production.
Requires existing power plants to obtain the Office of Energy’s approval before decommissioning or deconstructing.
Empowers the Office of Energy to hold stakeholder meetings and establish rulemaking authority.
Includes the Office of Energy in the list of agencies assisting the Marcellus gas and natural gas liquid industries.
Repeals several existing acts, including the Coal Fired Grid Stabilization Act of 2023 and the Energy Security Act of 2026, merging their elements into the new legislation.
Terminates the Public Energy Authority and transfers its powers and responsibilities to the Office of Energy.

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Legislative history

2026-02-09House

Filed for introduction

2026-02-09House

To Energy and Public Works

2026-02-09House

Introduced in House

2026-02-09House

To House Energy and Public Works

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3/14/2026SenateVoice vote
Floor amendment adopted (Voice vote)
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3/14/2026SenateVoice vote
Floor amendment adopted (Voice vote)
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HB 5381

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