HCR 4 West Virginia House of Delegates · 2026 Regular Session

Requesting the Joint Committee on Technology & Infrastructure to establish a Genesis Working Group to coordinate statewide planning for artificial intelligence, high-performance computing, digital infrastructure, and energy-based economic development

HCR 4 requests West Virginia's Joint Committee on Technology & Infrastructure to establish a Genesis Working Group. This group will coordinate statewide planning for artificial intelligence, high-performance computing, digital infrastructure, and energy-based economic development, aligning with federal initiatives. The working group will focus on state readiness, energy-resource integration, broadband expansion, and site identification for digital infrastructure projects. The resolution does not create new laws but directs state agencies and legislators to collaborate on strategic planning.
Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
Committee Review
Jan 2026
House of Delegates Passage
Jan 2026
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Jan 20, 2026 Last action Jan 30, 2026
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This bill passed the House of Delegates by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
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Total actions
7
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Committee
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Jan 30, 2026
Committee
To House Rules
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Jan 30, 2026
Lower · Passed
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Jan 20, 2026
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To House Energy and Public Works
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Jan 20, 2026
Introduced
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1 primary · 10 co-sponsors

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