To create the West Virginia Rural Property Safety and Clean Land Act.
To House Energy and Public Works
Summary
The bill creates the West Virginia Rural Property Safety and Clean Land Act, setting clear health‑ and safety‑based limits on solid waste, junk vehicles, tires, construction debris and hazardous materials on private rural land. Property owners who exceed these limits must correct the issue after receiving notice or face civil fines and possible criminal charges. The law is designed to protect public health while preserving agricultural, industrial and other rural land uses.
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