Bill > HB4983

This bill authorizes the Department of Commerce to create and implement a legislative rule, which is a formal regulation that has the force of law, concerning the certification of two specific types of entities: a "microgrid district" and a "high impact data center." A microgrid district is a localized energy grid that can disconnect from the traditional grid and operate autonomously, while a high impact data center refers to a facility with significant data processing and storage capabilities. The bill specifically references a rule that was initially filed on January 12, 2026, and subsequently modified and refiled on January 29, 2026, after addressing objections from the Legislative Rule-Making Review Committee, and this rule falls under the broader authority granted by section 5B-2-21 of the West Virginia Code.

Justice, Transportation and Infrastructure

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