Creating WV Coal Marketing Program

SB 25 creates the West Virginia Coal Marketing Program, administered by the Governor, to protect and expand the state's coal markets and facilities while addressing economic impacts on communities affected by coal market changes. It allocates $1 million from the general fund specifically for this program, requiring funds to support projects with public benefits related to coal markets or community impacts. The Governor must annually report to the Joint Committee on Government and Finance on funded projects, including recipient details and descriptions, and all transactions require Attorney General legal certification. The program becomes effective July 1, 2025.