West Virginia legislation · 2026 Regular Session
West Virginia SR60: Recognizing March 10, 2026, as Hunger Free WV Day
Status: Passed both chambers, March 10, 2026
What the bill says
From the introduced text, March 9, 2026:
SENATE RESOLUTION 60 (By Senators Oliverio, Phillips, Grady, Barrett, Helton, and Morris) [Introduced March 9, 2026] Recognizing March 10, 2026, as Hunger Free West Virginia Day at the Legislature. Whereas, We recognize that hunger is a persistent problem in West Virginia, with one in six of our neighbors not knowing where their next meal is coming from; and Whereas, The rise in food insecurity has shown the significant need and essential works of our state's charitable food network; and Whereas, More than 277,000 West Virginians struggle with food insecurity, affecting communities in every region of the state; and Whereas, Hunger impacts all walks of life, including many working families who continue to face challenges in accessing consistent, nutritional food; and Whereas, Food is a foundation for success, productivity, and overall wellness, enabling individuals to thrive at home, at work, and in their communities; and Whereas, Children are at a particularly high risk of food insecurity with one in five West Virginia children not having enough food to get them through the day. A hungry child struggles to grow and learn; and Whereas, More than 50,000 seniors experience food insecurity and are often forced to make difficult daily choices on whether they eat nutritional foods or pay bills, including medical and utilities; and Whereas, Approximately 13,000 veterans who call West Virginia …
Sponsors
- Oliverio, Mike (R, 13) · primary sponsor
- Phillips, Rupie (R, 07)
- Grady, Amy (R, 04)
- Barrett, Jason (R, 16)
- Helton, Brian (R, 09)
- Morris, Robbie (R, 11)
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 SR60?
- SR60 is a bill in the West Virginia Legislature (2026 Regular Session): Recognizing March 10, 2026, as Hunger Free WV Day.
- What is the status of SR60?
- Passed both chambers as of March 10, 2026. Latest action: Completed legislative action (March 10, 2026).
- Who sponsored SR60?
- Oliverio, Mike (R, 13), with 5 co-sponsors.
- Where is the official record for SR60?
- On the West Virginia Legislature website: https://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=60&billtype=r&houseorig=s&btype=res
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