Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Tuesday, January 20, 2026

Senate Refers Distressed School Bills to Committee, Adopts Resolutions on Day 7

The Senate met briefly on Tuesday morning, receiving House messages and committee reports before adopting a couple of resolutions.

The body took up the House message for House Bills 4574 and 4575, two bills that would establish an emergency fund for distressed county school boards while appropriating $8 million currently to address a fiscal crisis in Hancock County.

House Bill 4574 was double referenced to Education and Finance. House Bill 4575 was sent to Finance.

Senate Resolution 6 recognizes the invaluable service of WV school custodians.

Senate Resolution 7 proposes approval for Ohio River Restoration Program Act.

Both resolutions were adopted by the body unanimously.

The Senate is adjourned until tomorrow, Jan. 21, at 11 a.m.

Afternoon Meetings:

Health and Human Resources at 1 p.m. in 451M

Finance at 3 p.m. in 451M

Judiciary at 3 p.m. in 208W

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