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Introduced
02/13/2026
02/13/2026
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
02/16/2026
02/16/2026
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
02/16/2026
02/16/2026
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Memorializing the life of the Honorable Walter Dolph Helmick, coal miner, welder, teacher, businessman, Mason, former West Virginia Commissioner of Agriculture, former member of the West Virginia House of Delegates, former member of the West Virginia Senate, statesman, and dedicated public servant.
AI Summary
This resolution memorializes the life of the Honorable Walter Dolph Helmick, recognizing his extensive career as a coal miner, welder, teacher, businessman, and dedicated public servant. It highlights his service in various elected and appointed positions, including the West Virginia House of Delegates, the West Virginia Senate where he chaired key committees like Finance and Natural Resources, and as West Virginia Commissioner of Agriculture. The resolution also acknowledges his involvement in fraternal organizations, specifically mentioning his 50-year membership as a Mason, where he held leadership roles. The Senate extends its condolences to his family and directs the Clerk to send them a copy of this resolution, which serves as an official tribute to his contributions and legacy.
Sponsors (34)
Robert Morris (R)*,
Mike Azinger (R),
Trenton Barnhart (R),
Jason Barrett (R),
Kevan Bartlett (R),
Anne Charnock (R),
Charles Clements (R),
Vince Deeds (R),
Scott Fuller (R),
Joseph Garcia (D),
Amy Grady (R),
Bill Hamilton (R),
Craig Hart (R),
Brian Helton (R),
Glenn Jeffries (R),
Patrick Martin (R),
Mark Maynard (R),
Zachery Maynard (R),
Mike Oliverio (R),
Rupie Phillips (R),
Ben Queen (R),
Rollan Roberts (R),
Christopher Rose (R),
Patricia Rucker (R),
Randy Smith (R),
Tom Takubo (R),
Eric Tarr (R),
Jay Taylor (R),
Darren Thorne (R),
Laura Wakim Chapman (R),
Ryan Weld (R),
Tom Willis (R),
Mike Woelfel (D),
Jack Woodrum (R),
Last Action
Completed legislative action (on 02/16/2026)
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