DEP rule relating to standards of performance for new stationary sources

This bill authorizes the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to implement a rule (45 CSR 16) that sets emission standards for new industrial facilities, such as factories and power plants. The rule, proposed on July 23, 2025, establishes specific pollution limits these new sources must meet. By passing this bill, the legislature formally approves the DEP's authority to enforce these standards, making the rule enforceable. This directly affects new stationary sources by requiring compliance with the established emission limits.