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This bill modifies §17-2A-8 of the West Virginia Code to explicitly authorize the Commissioner of the Division of Highways to design and place warning signs, specifically targeting signs that advise travelers about road conditions such as unimproved or primitive roads. The new provision allows the commissioner to create such signs with the important caveat that these signs must not jeopardize federal highway funding. The bill recommends that these warning signs urge travelers to use high ground clearance four-wheel drive vehicles when navigating challenging road conditions. This modification is part of the commissioner's broader powers and responsibilities related to the state road system, which include general supervision, road construction, maintenance, and establishing road standards. The addition of this specific signage provision aims to enhance driver safety by providing clear, proactive information about potentially difficult road conditions before travelers encounter them.

Budget and Finance, Transportation and Infrastructure

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