West Virginia Legislature Passes 2021 Broadband Bill The Legislature has completed the bill, but not without strong words from some members who say broadband lobbyists tried to take control of the bill when they decided they didn't like some of the Legislature's proposals. by Phil Kabler, Lacie Pierson, and Mike Tony, The Charleston Gazette-Mail / April 12, 2021 Shutterstock/Sean Pavone (TNS) — The enthusiasm West Virginia lawmakers had for this year's broadband bill on Day 1 of the legislative session turned into strife with industry lobbyists by Saturday, the last day of the session. The Legislature completed its work on House Bill 2002 Saturday, but not without strong words from House of Delegates Technology and Infrastructure Chairman