Requiring PEIA accept premium payments by credit card or state purchasing card
SB 1079 requires the Public Employees Insurance Agency (PEIA) to accept premium payments from political subdivisions (such as counties, cities, and towns) via credit card or state purchasing card. The bill amends West Virginia law to explicitly add these payment methods to the list of acceptable ways to pay PEIA premiums, which currently include checks and electronic transfers. This change aligns PEIA's payment process with the state's Purchasing Card Program, making it easier for political subdivisions to pay insurance premiums using modern, convenient methods. The bill does not alter premium amounts or coverage requirements, only the payment options available.
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in committee
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Introduction
Feb 2026
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Governor
Introduced Feb 23, 2026
Last action Feb 23, 2026
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Feb 23, 2026
Introduced
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Feb 23, 2026
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Trenton Barnhart
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