HB4038Introduced in the House of Delegates
Relating generally to coal fired energy plants and wind power
Introduced by Phil Mallow, District 75
What does this bill do?
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Official description
The purpose of this bill is to limit the number of permits to construct wind power plants, wind power farms, or "windmills" for power generally in West Virginia; to provide that for each new wind powered facility built in West Virginia, there is an offset in the amount of taxes paid by new and existing coal fired power plants; and to ensure that coal remains the primary source of power in West Virginia during emergency weather events.
Where it stands
To House Energy and Public Works
January 14, 2026
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Bill history
Filed for introduction
To Energy and Public Works then Finance
Introduced in House
To House Energy and Public Works
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