HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION NO. 92
(By Delegates Beach, Stemple, Tabb, Crozier, Argento, Eldridge,
Ennis, Louisos, Martin, Paxton, Poling, Swartzmiller, Wells,
Williams, Canterbury, Hamilton, Leggett and Overington)
(Originating in the Committee on Agriculture and Natural
Resources; referred to the Committee on Rules.)
[April 6, 2005]
Requesting the Joint Committee on Government and Finance to conduct
a study of the production of bio-diesel fuels technology as it
relates to animal wastes.
Whereas, the technology related to producing bio-diesel fuels
exists within the State of West Virginia; and
Whereas, bio-diesel fuels can provide an alternative energy
fuel method for both home and commercial applications; and
Whereas, bio-diesel fuels technology patents exist in part and
as whole components;
Whereas, It is the Legislature's intent to look into the
advantages, disadvantages and feasibility of using bio-diesels
fuels as an alternative or extension of traditional fuels;
therefore, be it
Resolved by the Legislature of West Virginia:
That the Joint Committee on Government and Finance conduct a
study of the use and the economic value associated with the
practical application of bio-diesel fuels from both a commercial and individual perspective; and, be it
Further Resolved, That the expenses necessary to conduct this
study, to prepare a report and to draft necessary legislation, be
paid from legislative appropriations to the Joint Committee on
Government and Finance.