Raising a Joint Assembly to open and publish election returns

House Concurrent Resolution 1 sets the time (1:30 PM) and location (Hall of the House of Delegates) for a joint session of the West Virginia legislature to open and publish the official election results from the November 5, 2024, general election. This procedural resolution, passed on January 8, 2025, requires both legislative chambers to convene together to review and release the returns as mandated by the state constitution. It does not alter election laws but formalizes the process for certifying election results. The resolution directly affects the legislative process for handling election returns, ensuring compliance with constitutional requirements.