SB 996
Creating Jennings Randolph Lake State Park and Teter Creek Lake State Park
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- Passed Senate
- Passed House of Delegates
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill establishes Jennings Randolph Lake State Park and Teter Creek Lake State Park in West Virginia. It designates Jennings Randolph Lake in Mineral County as a state park, recognizing its importance for recreation, tourism, and conservation. The Division of Natural Resources will administer the park, with authority to develop facilities, enter cooperative agreements, and establish rules to enhance outdoor recreation and economic growth in the region.
Key provisions
- Designates Jennings Randolph Lake as a state park.
- Creates a new section of the state code (§20-5-25) specifically for the park.
- Authorizes the Division of Natural Resources to administer and manage the park.
- Permits cooperative agreements with federal agencies and other partners.
- Grants the Division of Natural Resources rulemaking authority for the park.
- Allows for development of recreational facilities and expansion of park resources.
- Recognizes the existing dam and reservoir project and federal jurisdiction.
- Establishes an effective date of July 1, 2026.
Who is affected
- Residents of West Virginia
- Visitors to West Virginia
- The Division of Natural Resources
- Mineral County, West Virginia
- The Potomac Highlands region
Notable changes
- Creates a new state park – Jennings Randolph Lake State Park.
- Formalizes the designation of Jennings Randolph Lake as a state recreational resource.
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