Bill > HB3304

This bill establishes a plan to create patriotic statues across West Virginia to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States (known as the Semiquincentennial Celebration). The bill requires four statues to be erected in the northern, southern, eastern, and western parts of the state, with all statues to be completed before 2026. The statues will memorialize the country's founding and West Virginia's state heritage. A commission will be established on July 1, 2025, to oversee the project, consisting of the Secretary of Tourism (who will serve as chairperson) and two citizens appointed by the Governor. The commission will be responsible for soliciting construction bids, following state purchasing regulations, and ensuring the statues are completed by the target date. To make decisions, the commission requires a majority of members to be present at a meeting, with at least five days' written notice provided. The bill reflects the Legislature's recognition of the significance of 250 years of United States history and seeks to create lasting monuments to celebrate this milestone.

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http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=3304&year=2025&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill