Comprehensive Energy Policy and Development Plan

HB 5381 restructures state energy planning and programs with the goal of creating a comprehensive, long-term energy development and security strategy for West Virginia.

Sponsors: Roger Hanshaw, Sean Hornbuckle

ISSUES: Climate

CWV Position: Opposes

Position Statement: Excludes renewable from planning and financial support.

Status: Introduced on 2/9/26; referred to House Energy and Public Works Committee 2/9/26. Passed the House on 3/2/26; referred to Senate Energy, Industry and Mining Committee on 3/4/26. Passed by the Senate on 3/14/26.