Creating WV River Access and Bridge Modernization Act

Summary

The bill adds a new article to West Virginia law that directs the Division of Highways to consider public river access when building, replacing, or rehabilitating bridges over navigable waterways. It allows the division to design and construct modest access facilities that improve safety and rescue response, but it forbids the use of eminent domain and limits any land acquisition to voluntary deals. The goal is to reduce accidents and rescue costs while protecting private property rights.

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