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WV HCR16
WV HCR16A resolution to task the Economic Development Authority to find land around Flatwoods and funding and businesses to make an area similar to Pigeon Forge to increase tourism and entertainment
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Introduced
01/29/2026
01/29/2026
In Committee
01/29/2026
01/29/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Requesting and directing the West Virginia Economic Development Authority to locate and identify land in the Flatwoods area suitable for development into facilities for public entertainment, amusement and tourism, identify and secure sources of funding for their development and to also solicit and locate private as well as public developers to invest in the facilities.
AI Summary
This resolution directs the West Virginia Economic Development Authority (WVEDA), a state agency focused on economic growth, to find suitable land around Flatwoods, a centrally located area in West Virginia with good highway access, for developing public entertainment, amusement, and tourism facilities. The WVEDA is also tasked with identifying and securing funding for this development and attracting both private and public investors to build these facilities, aiming to create an attraction similar to popular tourist destinations like Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, which would boost the state's economy by generating jobs and supporting businesses like hotels and restaurants.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
To House Energy and Public Works (on 01/29/2026)
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