(a) If an agency ceases to exist, through the operation of law or by statute, any rules adopted or promulgated by the agency are void on the date the agency ceases to exist, unless the agency’s rule-making power and its rules have been transferred to another agency.
(b) Upon repeal or elimination of a statute that provides rule-making authority, any rule adopted or promulgated by the agency pursuant to that statute is void.
Structure West Virginia Code
Chapter 29A. State Administrative Procedures Act
Article 1. Definitions and Application of Chapter
§29A-1-1. Legislative Findings and Statement of Purpose
§29A-1-2. Definitions of Terms Used in This Chapter
§29A-1-3. Application of Chapter; Limitations