West Virginia § 16-16-6 - 16-16-6. How exercise of powers granted to state public body authorized.
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§ 16-16-6. 16-16-6. How exercise of powers granted to state public body authorized.
The exercise by a state public body of the powers herein granted may be authorized by resolution of the governing body of such state public body adopted by a majority of the members of its governing body present at a meeting of said governing body, which resolution may be adopted at the meeting at which such resolution is introduced. Such a resolution or resolutions shall take effect immediately and need not be laid over or published or posted.
Source: official West Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About West Virginia § 16-16-6
What does West Virginia Code § 16-16-6 cover?
Section 16-16-6 ("16-16-6. How exercise of powers granted to state public body authorized.") is part of the West Virginia Code, the codified statutory law of West Virginia. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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Is this the official text of West Virginia law?
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