SB 267 West Virginia Senate · 2026 Regular Session

Department of Health rule relating to lead abatement licensing

Senate Bill 267 authorizes the West Virginia Department of Health to implement a specific rule (64 CSR 45) that establishes licensing requirements for lead abatement services. This rule directly affects contractors and workers performing lead abatement work by requiring them to obtain a valid license from the Department of Health. The bill does not alter the rule's content but provides legislative approval for its adoption, following revisions to address prior legislative committee feedback.
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Introduced Jan 15, 2026 Last action Jan 15, 2026
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