The Senate convened at 11:00 AM today to vote on the passage of three bills on third reading, all of which passed and will advance to the House.
The first bill to receive a vote was SB 125, which will prohibit victims in sexual assault cases from undergoing certain physical examinations. The bill was made to protect the privacy of these individuals and the argument was made that such examinations may not be sufficient for evidence in their case.
The Senate then passed SB 217, which requires the Department of Health and Human Resources to collaborate with the Workforce Development Board and the WV Division of Personnel for job placement.
The final bill to be passed was SB 323, which authorizes Department of Administration to promulgate rules relating to legislation.
The Senate also introduced bills 550-574 and referred them to the appropriate committees.
Additionally, the Senate approved Senate Resolution 10, which designates January 21 as West Virginia University Day. The Senate held a brief recess for the presentation of this resolution by WVU staff.
The Senate is adjourned until 11:00 AM tomorrow morning.
The Senate Committee on Energy, Industry and Mining will meet at 1:00 PM in room 208W.
The Senate Committee on Health and Human Resources will meet at 1:00 PM in room 451M
The Senate Committee on Government Organization will meet at 2:00 PM in room 208W.
The Senate Education Committee will meet at 2:00 PM in room 451M.
The Senate Judiciary Committee will meet at 3:00 PM in room 208W.
The Senate Finance Committee will meet at 3:00 PM in room 451M.
