Tuesday, May 7, 2024
Tuesday, May 7, 2024

Coal Severance Tax Bill Advances to Third Reading

The House reconvened today at 2 p.m. to continue with bills on second reading. A total of 48 bills were advanced to third reading.

Advanced bills included House Bill 4177. The bill would dedicate five percent of the coal severance tax to the counties where the coal originated. The five percent will go to the county commissions and the bill provides specific uses for the money.

Senate Bill 89 also advanced to third reading. The purpose of the bill is to mandate the reinstatement of police chiefs and deputy chiefs to previously held positions within the paid police department. It would also allow for the appointment of a deputy chief of police if city councils approve the position.

The following committees will meet today:
Rules- 4 p.m. Speaker’s Office

The following committees will meet tomorrow:
Health and Human Resources- 4 p.m. 215E

The House will reconvene tomorrow at 11 a.m.

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