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HB 4828

Change the requirement for posting public notices at the state and federal level for PSDs.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Elliott Pritt

HB 4828 modifies West Virginia public notice posting requirements for Public Service Districts at state and federal regulatory levels.

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Bill Summary · HB 4828

Legislative bill overview

HB 4828 modifies notice posting requirements for Public Service Districts (PSDs) in West Virginia at both state and federal levels. The bill appears to streamline or alter how PSDs must announce information to the public, though specific details on whether requirements are being reduced, consolidated, or changed are not provided in the available bill information.

Why is this important

Public notice requirements ensure transparency and allow affected citizens to participate in utility district decisions and proceedings. Changes to these requirements can significantly impact public access to information about rate changes, infrastructure projects, or regulatory actions affecting water, sewer, and other utility services that PSDs typically provide.

Potential points of contention

  • Transparency concerns: Reduced or simplified notice requirements could limit public awareness of PSD decisions, particularly for lower-income or less-connected community members who rely on traditional public posting
  • Dual compliance burden: The bill's reference to both state and federal requirements suggests potential conflicts or duplicative obligations that may need clarification—changes could either ease or complicate compliance for PSDs
  • Notice accessibility: Questions about whether digital posting, physical posting, or both are required, and whether changes adequately reach all affected residents, especially in rural West Virginia areas with limited internet access

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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