Rep. David Cannon

Maddy summaryHB 5060 creates a new legal framework called the "Decentralized Unincorporated Nonprofit Association Act" in West Virginia, establishing a recognized entity type for nonprofit groups operating without formal incorporation. It requires these associations to have at least 100 members with mutual consent for a common nonprofit purpose, allows them to use digital tools (like blockchain and smart contracts) for governance and voting, and prohibits profit distributions to members except for reasonable compensation for services. The bill clarifies that any profits must support the organization's nonprofit mission, outlines member rights and duties, and grants the Secretary of State rulemaking authority to implement the law. This directly affects nonprofits seeking a flexible, digital-friendly structure while maintaining legal recognition under West Virginia law.

Maddy summaryHB 5587 requires school buses to have cameras that automatically send footage of drivers illegally passing stopped buses directly to law enforcement for ticketing. It applies to drivers who violate school bus stop laws (e.g., passing when flashing lights are active), which currently carry fines and license suspensions. The bill adds a new enforcement mechanism: camera footage is transmitted directly to police without manual reporting, streamlining the process for issuing citations. This directly affects drivers who fail to stop for school buses, with penalties ranging from $500 fines for first offenses to jail time for repeat or severe violations causing injury or death.

Maddy summaryThis House resolution formally recognizes President Donald J. Trump for various policies and actions that the West Virginia House of Delegates claims have benefited the state. The document highlights specific initiatives including regulatory reforms in the energy sector, tax relief measures, funding for rural healthcare, and programs aimed at reducing prescription drug costs and establishing investment accounts for newborns. It also cites border security improvements and drug control efforts as contributing factors to public safety and economic well-being. The resolution expresses appreciation for these actions and requests that the formal recognition be sent to the President.

Maddy summaryThis bill asks the Joint Committee on Government and Finance to study whether energy recovery and micro-hydropower technologies could be used in West Virginia's public water systems. The study would examine specific locations like pressure valves and discharge points where excess water energy is currently wasted, and evaluate technologies that could generate electricity without major construction or environmental harm. The committee would also analyze potential cost savings, review available funding sources, and consider regulatory requirements for such installations. If the study finds these technologies feasible, the committee would provide recommendations to the Legislature by December 1, 2026, to help reduce water system operating costs and potentially lower water rates for residents.

Maddy summaryThis legislative resolution asks the Joint Committee on Government and Finance to study ways to reduce water loss in public water systems across West Virginia. The study will examine strategies like leak detection, infrastructure upgrades, and performance-based incentives to help water systems save money and stabilize rates for customers. It specifically focuses on identifying systems with the highest water loss and exploring financing options such as special bonds and grant programs to fund improvements. The committee must report its findings and recommendations to the Legislature by December 1, 2026.

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution honors the life and legacy of the late West Virginia legislator Larry D. Kump, who passed away on February 28, 2026. The resolution formally expresses the House of Delegates' condolences to Kump's family and acknowledges his service as a representative for Berkeley County across three different terms. It recognizes his career in criminal justice and mediation, his commitment to limited government, and his role as a devoted family member and church leader. The document is a ceremonial tribute rather than a law that changes policy or affects public programs.

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution urges the Capitol Building Commission and Department of Administration to assess and address hazardous trees along California Avenue and Kanawha Boulevard on the State Capitol Complex grounds. The resolution requests an immediate evaluation of trees that have caused property damage through falling limbs and broken trunks over the past two years. It specifically asks officials to trim trees back to the grass side of sidewalks or remove and replace hazardous trees to protect public safety and state property. This non-binding resolution directs state agencies to take preventative maintenance actions without mandating specific enforcement measures.

Maddy summaryHB 4834 amends West Virginia law to explicitly permit women’s wrestling as a sanctioned sport in public high schools and public charter schools. The bill directly affects school districts and athletic programs by allowing them to officially recognize and sponsor girls' wrestling teams under existing athletic regulations. It adds women’s wrestling to the list of permitted interscholastic athletic events without changing eligibility rules for students. The change requires the West Virginia Secondary School Activities Commission to approve wrestling as a sanctioned sport under its authority.

Maddy summaryHB 5560 would exempt the first $2,000 of retirement benefits received by retired law enforcement officers under West Virginia's Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) from state income tax. This bill modifies existing tax law to specifically include former law enforcement officers in the current exemption for PERS retirement benefits, which previously applied to teachers and other public employees. The policy change directly affects retired police and firefighters who receive PERS pensions, ensuring their initial $2,000 in annual retirement income is not subject to state taxation. This amendment expands an existing tax exemption to explicitly cover law enforcement retirees, aligning with the bill's stated purpose of providing tax relief for this group.

Maddy summaryHB 5545 requires that at least half of all members serving on county or municipal economic development authorities must be West Virginia residents with at least six months of continuous residency immediately before appointment. It also mandates that these members must reside in the specific county or municipality where the development authority operates. The bill amends existing law to enforce these residency requirements for all new appointments to such boards. This directly affects county economic development committees and municipal development authorities by changing membership eligibility criteria. The law applies to all members appointed to these bodies, not just new appointees.