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SR 7

Proposing approval for Ohio River Restoration Program Act

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Charles Clements and 1 co-sponsor

West Virginia Senate resolution approving participation in Ohio River Restoration Program to address environmental and economic degradation of the shared waterway.

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Bill Summary · SR 7

Legislative bill overview

SR 7 is a resolution proposing approval for the Ohio River Restoration Program Act in West Virginia. The bill has been recently introduced and is currently on the Senate's unfinished business calendar. This resolution would authorize the state's participation in or endorsement of a restoration initiative targeting the Ohio River.

Why is this important

The Ohio River is a critical economic and ecological resource for West Virginia, supporting industries, communities, and wildlife along its banks. Restoration efforts could address water quality, habitat degradation, pollution, or other environmental concerns that affect downstream users, local economies, and public health.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding and cost allocation: Whether West Virginia taxpayers will bear restoration costs and what federal or multi-state cost-sharing mechanisms exist
  • Scope and authority: What specific restoration activities are included and whether they may conflict with industrial, mining, or energy interests in the region
  • Timeline and accountability: How long restoration will take, what measurable outcomes are expected, and who oversees progress

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

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