Establishing WV Coal Marketing Program

SB 437 creates the West Virginia Coal Marketing Program, administered by the Governor, to protect and expand the state's coal markets and facilities while addressing economic impacts on coal-dependent communities. It allocates $1 million from the general fund for the program, requiring the Governor to spend funds only on projects benefiting coal markets or mitigating community impacts from market changes. The bill mandates annual reports to the Joint Committee on Government and Finance detailing funded projects, recipients, and amounts, and requires Attorney General certification for all transactions. The program is funded through a dedicated account with continuous appropriations, effective 90 days after enactment.