West Virginia · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 4971: Relating to preliminary planning for future electric substations near industrial parks on certain high voltage transmission lines

Passed one chamber Last action February 26, 2026: To Energy, Industry, and Mining

Plain-language summary

HB 4971 is a bill introduced in the West Virginia House on January 29, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to preliminary planning for future electric substations near industrial parks on certain high voltage transmission lines. Primary sponsor: Gary Howell (Republican). It lists 10 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (February 26, 2026): To Energy, Industry, and Mining.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Gary Howell (Republican). 10 co-sponsors.