SB 221
Relating to King Coal Highway Economic Advisory Board Act
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Bill overview
This bill renames the West Virginia Advanced Energy and Economic Corridor Authority to the King Coal Highway Economic Advisory Board. It aims to support economic development in the counties along the King Coal Highway (McDowell, Mercer, Mingo, Wayne, and Wyoming) by establishing a new advisory board. The board’s membership will be reduced to 11, with specific requirements for representatives from local economic development agencies, utility companies, and various sectors within the corridor region. The board will have powers to develop economic strategies, seek partnerships, and advocate for relevant legislation.
Key provisions
- Renames the West Virginia Advanced Energy and Economic Corridor Authority to the King Coal Highway Economic Advisory Board.
- Reduces the advisory board’s membership to 11 members, including representatives from county economic development agencies, regional planning councils, and specific industry sectors.
- Establishes requirements for members, including experience in coal, oil & gas, utilities, and manufacturing.
- Grants the advisory board powers to set goals, seek partnerships, and propose legislation.
- Authorizes the board to acquire property, lease land, and enter into contracts.
- Allows the board to accept grants and loans from federal and state sources.
- Requires the board to submit an annual report to the Legislature detailing its activities.
- Provides for the board to apply for tax-exempt status.
Who is affected
- Counties of McDowell, Mercer, Mingo, Wayne, and Wyoming
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