HB 5448
Revising the statute relating to the state emergency response commission meetings.
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- Passed House of Delegates
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill amends West Virginia code to allow members of the State Emergency Response Commission to delegate authority to an employee to act as their designee at committee and board meetings. This delegation is intended to address situations where it’s not possible for all commission members to consistently attend and participate in meetings. The change clarifies the process for members to represent the commission when their attendance is limited.
Key provisions
- Allows commission members to delegate authority to an employee as a designee.
- This delegation is intended for use at committee and board meetings.
- The delegation is permitted when it’s not feasible for a member to attend all meetings.
- The director of the Office of Emergency Services serves as chair and can cast a tie-breaking vote.
- Public members are appointed by the Governor and serve fixed terms.
- Members can be removed for incompetency, neglect, or misconduct.
- The commission elects a vice chair and appoints a secretary.
Who is affected
- State Emergency Response Commission members
- State employees who may serve as designees
- The Division of Homeland Security – Emergency Management Division
- The Governor’s office
- The West Virginia Legislature
Notable changes
- Clarifies the ability for commission members to delegate authority to a designee.
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