HB 5439
Creaing a pollinator planting program
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 establishes the Pollinator Protection Act within the West Virginia Department of Agriculture. The goal of the program is to support and protect West Virginia’s pollinator populations, including bees and other managed pollinators, to benefit both agriculture and the environment. The program will involve collaboration with state agencies like the Division of Forestry and Division of Natural Resources, and will seek input from various stakeholders. It aims to promote pollinator-friendly habitats through planting initiatives and educational outreach.
Key provisions
- The Department of Agriculture will develop a Pollinator Protection Program.
- The program will collaborate with the Division of Forestry and Division of Natural Resources.
- The program will establish a stakeholder group for input and guidance.
- The program will address invasive plant species.
- The program will encourage planting pollinator-friendly habitats on private property.
- The program will create habitats in state parks and forests.
- The program will utilize grants and non-profit resources.
Who is affected
- Department of Agriculture
- Beekeepers
- Agricultural Producers
- State Parks
- State Forests
Notable changes
- Creates a new state program focused on pollinator protection.
- Requires the Department of Agriculture to develop and implement a comprehensive plan.
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