Senate Passes One Bill on Tourism Day

The Senate passed one bill and advanced all bills on its calendar during Monday’s floor session.

Senate Bill 219 clarifies the phrases “engaged in the illegal use of a controlled substance” and “seek medical assistance” as used in the elements of the crime of drug delivery resulting in death, with failure to render aid. The bill now heads to the House of Delegates for consideration. 

Also, Monday is tourism day at the Legislature with multiple displays set up throughout the rotunda and to promote West Virginia’s many tourist attractions. The Senate adopted SR 7 to commemorate the day.

The Senate is adjourned until Tuesday, Jan. 23, at 11 a.m.

Afternoon Meetings:

Military at 1 p.m. in 208W

Transportation and Infrastructure at 1 p.m. in 451M

Judiciary at 3 p.m. in 208W

Finance at 3 p.m. in 451M

Morning meetings for 1/23:

Education at 10 a.m. in 451M

Gov. Org at 10 a.m. in 208W