Clarifying that the legislature cannot impede the judiciary’s duties to assure the fair administration of justice when it or a member of a legislative body is a party in a proceeding relating to legislative actions

HB 2947 clarifies that West Virginia's legislature cannot interfere with courts when legislative bodies or members are parties in legal cases involving legislative actions. The bill establishes an automatic stay during specific legislative periods (like sessions and 10 days before/after) for court proceedings requiring a legislator's personal presence, ensuring courts can administer justice without delay. It directly affects legislators, designated legislative employees, and courts handling cases where the legislature is a party. The key mechanism requires courts to automatically pause proceedings during these defined periods unless waived, protecting judicial independence during legislative business.