HB5002Introduced in the House of Delegates
In cases of mine rescues, designate miners as first responders
Introduced by Jeff Eldridge, District 30
What does this bill do?
Plain-English breakdown
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Official description
The purpose of this bill is to require mandatory mine safety programs to promulgate rules that provide for the designation of first responders from the crew working in the mine trained to prevent, detect, and fight fires, as well as responding to emergencies, emergency mine evacuation, communication, and assistance and cooperation with mines rescue crews and teams.
Where it stands
To House Energy and Public Works
January 30, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
No recorded vote is available for this bill yet.
Bill history
Filed for introduction
To Energy and Public Works
Introduced in House
To House Energy and Public Works
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