Sen. Jack Woodrum

Maddy summarySB 395 authorizes the West Virginia Board of Pharmacy to implement a rule (15 CSR 18) that waives initial licensing fees for certain pharmacy applicants. The rule, filed on July 24, 2024, establishes specific criteria for who qualifies for the fee waiver. This directly affects new pharmacy license seekers who meet the rule's qualifications. The bill formalizes the existing proposed rule without altering the standard fee structure.

Maddy summarySenate Bill 370 authorizes the West Virginia Department of Agriculture to implement a specific rule (61 CSR 33) governing the Rural Rehabilitation Program. This rule, filed with the State Register on July 29, 2024, establishes the operational procedures for administering the program. The bill does not alter the program's purpose but formally approves the rule, making it enforceable for participants and the Department. The Rural Rehabilitation Program assists rural communities with development and rehabilitation, so this rule will directly affect how services are delivered and who qualifies for assistance.

Maddy summarySenate Bill 374 authorizes the West Virginia State Auditor to implement and enforce the existing "Local Government Purchasing Card Program" rule (155 CSR 06), which was filed in the State Register on March 22, 2024. This rule governs how local governments use purchasing cards for small-scale purchases, setting requirements for approval, spending limits, and reporting. The bill directly affects all local governments in West Virginia that operate purchasing card programs, ensuring they follow standardized procedures. It does not create new policy but formally authorizes the State Auditor’s previously filed rule to become effective.

Maddy summarySB 376 authorizes the West Virginia Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists to promulgate a rule regarding the operation of barber, cosmetology, nail technology, aesthetic, hair styling, and waxing salons and schools. The rule, which was modified and refilled in the State Register on October 10, 2024, will directly affect these businesses and educational institutions by establishing their operational requirements under state regulations.

Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes West Virginia's Massage Therapy Licensure Board to implement an existing rule (194 CSR 01) concerning general provisions for massage therapy licensing. It does not change the rule's content but formally approves the board's authority to enforce it. The rule directly affects massage therapy professionals seeking or maintaining licensure in West Virginia by establishing administrative standards for the profession. This is a procedural bill, not a substantive policy change.

Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes West Virginia's Board of Sanitarians to implement an existing rule (20 CSR 04) governing public health sanitation practices. It formally approves a rule previously developed by the Board, modified to address legislative committee feedback, and refiled in November 2024. The rule establishes standards for the practice of public health sanitation, directly affecting sanitarians and their professional operations. This is a procedural authorization for an already-developed rule, not a new policy change.

Maddy summarySB 410 authorizes the State Conservation Committee to use an existing legislative rule (63 CSR 03) governing its grant program. This rule, filed in the State Register on October 30, 2023, outlines how the committee administers conservation grants. The bill formally approves this rule, ensuring the committee can continue operating its grant program under established guidelines. It does not create new grant criteria or change who may apply.

Maddy summarySB 373 authorizes the West Virginia Board of Architects to implement a specific rule governing registration fees for architects. The rule (2 CSR 03), previously filed in the State Register on August 2, 2024, establishes the fee structure for initial registration and renewals. This bill directly affects architects seeking or maintaining their registration in West Virginia by setting official fee amounts. It does not alter the fee amounts but formally approves the Board's proposed rule for enforcement.

Maddy summarySB 403 authorizes West Virginia's Board of Registered Nurses to implement an existing rule (19 CSR 03) governing nurse registration, licensure requirements, and professional misconduct standards. The bill specifically approves the rule filed on August 23, 2024, which outlines the criteria for nurse registration/licensure and defines conduct considered professional misconduct. This procedural bill does not create new policy but formally authorizes the Board to enforce the existing rule. It directly affects registered nurses seeking licensure or facing misconduct allegations in West Virginia.

Maddy summarySB 387 authorizes West Virginia's Board of Occupational Therapy to implement specific competency standards for advanced practice by occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants. The bill formally approves a regulatory rule (13 CSR 05) that was previously filed and modified after review by the Legislative Rule-Making Review Committee. This rule establishes required competencies for professionals in advanced roles, directly affecting licensed occupational therapists and assistants practicing at that level. The legislation does not create new standards but confirms the board's authority to enforce the existing rule through proper regulatory channels.