The House reconvened for an evening session to read bills on second and first reading from Thursday’s calendar.
A total of 19 bills completed legislative action this evening and now await the governor’s approval. House Bill 2684 would create the West Virginia Drug Offender Accountability and Treatment Act with the intent to reduce the incidence of substance abuse and the crimes resulting from it. House Bill 2753 would continue the Pilot Highway Design Build Program with up to 10 pilot projects with funds available up to $150 million. The bill calls for the development of emergency rules to govern the program. House Bill 2950 would create the Neighborhood Housing and Economic Stabilization Program and authorize the Economic Development Authority to contract with the Housing Development Fund to administer the program.
One bill was advanced on third reading, Senate Bill 761 would extend criminal penalties for prohibited entry into commercial property enclosed by a fence or wall or into certain structures used for utility transmission or distribution.
All bills were advanced on second and first readings.
The House adopted House Resolution 50 commemorating the life of former West Virginia Delegate Eustace Frederick who served Mercer County from 1994 to 2007. Frederick was recognized for his contributions as a civic leader, business leader and innovator. Friend and companion Shirley Ofsa (pictured) accepted the citation from the House. She was accompanied by Delegates Frazier, Porter and Shott. Frederick passed away in November of last year.
The House will reconvene at 10:00 a.m. tomorrow.
