To create the West Virginia Water and Wastewater Utility Sustainabilty Act
To House Energy and Public Works
Summary
The bill establishes the State Utility Accountability and Improvement Program, which will spot water and wastewater utilities that are in trouble and provide state‑run assistance. It creates a State Utility Management Corps housed in the Water Development Authority to oversee interventions, expand funding, and streamline regulatory actions. The goal is to protect public health, keep local utilities viable, and reduce costs for ratepayers.
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