West Virginia legislation · 2026 Regular Session
West Virginia SR46: Designating February 24, 2026, as WV Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation Day
Status: Passed both chambers, February 24, 2026
What the bill says
From the introduced text, February 23, 2026:
SENATE RESOLUTION 46 (By Senator Clements) [Introduced February 23, 2026] Designating February 24, 2026, as West Virginia Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation Day at the Legislature. Whereas, The West Virginia Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation is committed to enhancing public safety, promoting offender accountability and successfully reintegrating offenders into society; and Whereas, The role of corrections staff is significant, as they are responsible for the well-being and rehabilitation of thousands of offenders each year while maintaining the safety and security of facilities; and Whereas, Individuals who work in the corrections field are trained for a variety of essential roles, such as correctional officers, parole officers, superintendents, chaplains, cooks, social workers, teachers, counselors, nurses, medical staff, maintenance men, managers, secretaries and directors. These dedicated individuals work tirelessly to ensure the well-being and rehabilitation of offenders while also prioritizing facility and public safety; and Whereas, The West Virginia Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation has worked diligently this past year and continues to recruit top-tier individuals to work in the field of corrections, with over 498 cadets graduating in 2025 from the basic corrections academy; and Whereas, These dedicated men and women of the Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation consistently rise to face any challenge with unwavering commitment and honor; and Whereas, The West Virginia Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation employees are to …
Sponsors
- Clements, Charles H. (R, 02) · primary sponsor
Latest actions
- : Completed legislative action
- : Adopted (Voice vote)
- : Immediate consideration
- : Committee reference dispensed
- : On Unfinished Business
- : Introduced in Senate
- : Filed for introduction
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Common questions
- What is SR46?
- SR46 is a bill in the West Virginia Legislature (2026 Regular Session): Designating February 24, 2026, as WV Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation Day.
- What is the status of SR46?
- Passed both chambers as of February 24, 2026. Latest action: Completed legislative action (February 24, 2026).
- Who sponsored SR46?
- Clements, Charles H. (R, 02).
- Where is the official record for SR46?
- On the West Virginia Legislature website: https://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=46&billtype=r&houseorig=s&btype=res
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