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This resolution proposes a constitutional amendment to the West Virginia Constitution that would allow the state Legislature to review and potentially redraw county boundaries every 100 years, beginning in 2031. Specifically, the Legislature would be required to review each county's population, demographics, and transportation infrastructure to determine whether county lines should be redrawn or counties combined to better serve citizens. Any proposed boundary changes would be subject to voter approval through a general election referendum. The amendment would first be placed on the ballot in 2026 for voter consideration, and if ratified, would establish a mechanism for the Legislature to periodically reassess and potentially modify county boundaries to optimize governance and citizen services. This type of constitutional amendment is relatively unusual, as county boundaries are typically quite stable, and the provision for mandatory review every century represents a unique approach to potential administrative restructuring at the county level.

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http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2025&sessiontype=RS&input4=1&billtype=JR&houseorig=S&btype=res