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HB 4615

Public water supply changes regarding above ground tanks

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Corby Dillon

HB 4615 revises West Virginia public water supply regulations for above-ground tanks, currently under committee review with implementation details pending.

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Bill Summary · HB 4615

Legislative bill overview

HB 4615 modifies West Virginia's public water supply regulations specifically governing above-ground storage tanks. The bill is currently in the House Energy and Public Works Committee after introduction in January 2026. Detailed text regarding specific regulatory changes is not yet publicly available given the bill's early stage.

Why is this important

Above-ground water tanks serve critical infrastructure functions for municipal and rural water systems, affecting water quality, pressure maintenance, and emergency storage capacity. Regulatory changes to tank standards can impact construction costs, maintenance requirements, and water system reliability for thousands of West Virginia residents.

Potential points of contention

  • Infrastructure costs: Stricter tank standards or requirements could increase capital expenses for small water utilities with limited budgets
  • Rural vs. urban impact: Requirements may affect rural water systems disproportionately if they lack resources for compliance
  • Specificity of standards: Disagreement may exist over whether regulations should be prescriptive (detailed requirements) or performance-based (outcome-focused)

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

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