SB 762
Relating to comprehensive reform of state’s water infrastructure systems
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Bill overview
This bill aims to comprehensively reform West Virginia’s water infrastructure systems. It seeks to establish a new Water Development and Infrastructure Council, replace the Water Development Authority, and streamline the process for securing low-interest loans for utilities. The bill also mandates reporting requirements, training for local officials, designates water regions, and creates a pilot program to address critical water issues before utilities face distress. It updates definitions and aims to improve the efficiency of state funding for water and wastewater projects.
Key provisions
- Establishes a new Water Development and Infrastructure Council to oversee water infrastructure.
- Replaces the Water Development Authority and shifts its responsibilities to the new council.
- Allows private utilities to be eligible for low-interest loans through the Water Development Authority.
- Renames the Distressed and Failing Utilities Improvement Act to the Distressed and Failing Water and Wastewater Utilities Improvement Act.
- Requires mandatory reporting to municipal governing bodies and county commissions.
- Requires initial and renewed training for municipal governing bodies and county commissions overseeing public water and/or wastewater utilities.
- Designates water and wastewater regions across the state.
- Creates a voluntary Early Intervention Pilot Program for public water and wastewater utilities.
Who is affected
- Municipalities
- County Commissions
- Public Water and Wastewater Utilities
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Primary sponsor
Smith (Mr. President)
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