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in committee · West Virginia · House of Delegates Jan 28, 2026

HB 4888: To modify child support payments for working parents

HB 4888 would change West Virginia's child support rules so that no payments are required when both parents share equal (50-50) physical custody of a child and both parents work. Currently, child support is calculated based on both parents' incomes, but this bill would eliminate that requirement specifically in cases of equal custody and dual employment. The change applies when a court orders equal time with the child and both parents are employed, meaning neither parent would owe the other child support. This directly affects families with shared custody arrangements where both parents are working full-time.
Jordan Bridges (R) · 5 co-sponsors
in committee · West Virginia · Senate Jan 28, 2026

SB 396: Creating WV Job training and Placement Act

SB 396 creates the West Virginia Job Training and Placement Act, allowing certified retailers (specifically "workforce training community centers" meeting strict criteria) to keep 75% of sales tax revenue collected after their first $1 million in annual sales. These retailers must use the retained funds exclusively to provide job training and placement services for people facing barriers to employment, such as disabilities, criminal records, homelessness, or low education. The law requires certified organizations to serve at least three people per $10,000 retained, with an average of 2.25 successful job placements, and to monitor job retention for 90 days. Certification lasts three years, with renewal possible, and organizations must report usage to the state Department of Revenue.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill redirects sales tax revenue to fund job training programs via tax retention, aligning with funding essential public services through fiscal policy.90% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill explicitly targets individuals with criminal records for job training services, aiming to reduce recidivism through employment opportunities as part of rehabilitation.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill funds job training for homeless individuals, directly addressing homelessness under housing topic indicators.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill funds job training/placement for barrier groups (disabilities, criminal records, etc.), directly advancing employment standards and worker opportunities.90% confidence
Robbie Morris (R) · 5 co-sponsors
in committee · West Virginia · House of Delegates Jan 28, 2026

HB 4014: Workforce Readiness and Opportunity Act

HB 4014, the Workforce Readiness and Opportunity Act, creates a state-run micro-credential program to recognize skills gained through project-based learning (like critical thinking or trade skills) outside traditional classroom settings. It expands tax credits for businesses funding apprenticeships, modifies tax rules to allow portable benefits contributions for independent contractors without creating employer-employee relationships, and removes proficiency exam requirements for military-trained individuals seeking professional licenses. The bill directly affects workers (especially in skilled trades), employers, training programs, and veterans pursuing licenses. Key mechanisms include standardizing micro-credential recognition across education and employers, and streamlining licensing for military veterans. The bill is currently in the House Finance Committee after passing the Education Committee.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExpands business tax credits for apprenticeships and modifies tax rules for portable benefits, providing tax relief to businesses under economic development framework.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentExpands tax credits for apprenticeships and enables portable benefits for contractors, directly advancing worker skills development and benefit access per Labor & Employment indicators.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransRemoves proficiency exam barriers for military trainees, facilitating veteran workforce transition and aligning with veteran employment support indicators.95% confidence
Roger Hanshaw (R) · 3 co-sponsors
in committee · West Virginia · House of Delegates Jan 28, 2026

HB 4856: Requiring that all state agency P-card rebates received must go toward stabilizing the PEIA fund

HB 4856 requires all rebates from state agency purchasing cards (P-cards) to be directed entirely to the PEIA Rainy Day Fund, replacing current allocations. Currently, rebates are split between multiple funds (e.g., Purchasing Improvement Fund, Entrepreneurship Fund, Hatfield-McCoy Authority, and State Parks), but this bill eliminates those other transfers. The bill amends WV Code §12-3-10d to mandate that all remaining rebate funds - after any necessary operational costs - be transferred to the PEIA fund within three days of receipt. This directly affects state agencies using P-cards, as their card spending rebates will now solely support the PEIA fund’s stability.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRedirects P-card rebates to PEIA Rainy Day Fund for fiscal stability, strengthening fund management per bill's explicit mandate.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareDirects P-card rebates to PEIA Rainy Day Fund, stabilizing state employee health insurance fund (PEIA is public health insurance program for state workers).90% confidence
Corby Dillon (R) · 8 co-sponsors
in committee · West Virginia · Senate Jan 28, 2026

SB 652: Relating to distribution of tax revenues collected from data centers

SB 652 changes how property tax revenues from high-impact data centers are distributed in West Virginia. It requires 80% of the tax increment (additional revenue from data center property value growth) to go directly to the county where the data center is located, starting July 1, 2025. The remaining 20% is allocated as follows: 50% to the Personal Income Tax Reduction Fund, 10% to all counties based on population, 5% to an Economic Enhancement Grant Fund, and 5% to an Electric Grid Security Fund. This bill directly affects counties hosting certified high-impact data centers by increasing their local revenue from these facilities.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates 80% of data center tax increment to counties and directs 50% of remaining 20% to Personal Income Tax Reduction Fund, providing tax relief and fiscal management.90% confidence
Joey Garcia (D)
in committee · West Virginia · House of Delegates Jan 28, 2026

HB 4875: To provide a 25% pay increase for state school service personnel (all salary scales)

HB 4875 would increase the minimum monthly pay for all West Virginia state school service personnel by 25% across every salary grade. This applies to employees working more than 3.5 hours daily (full-time equivalent) and half that rate for those working 3.5 hours or less, affecting roles like custodians, cafeteria workers, aides, and specialized staff listed in the pay scale. The bill amends §18A-4-8a of West Virginia law to implement this across all experience levels and job classifications, effective July 1, 2024. The change directly affects all state school service employees covered under the current minimum pay scale structure.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill mandates 25% pay increase for state school staff, directly increasing government spending on public education services per budget appropriation.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationIncreases pay for K-12 school staff (custodians, aides, etc.) by 25%, directly advancing workforce funding and retention in education.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentIncreases minimum wages for school service personnel by 25%, directly advancing compensation standards for workers in covered roles.95% confidence
Elliott Pritt (R) · 5 co-sponsors
in committee · West Virginia · Senate Jan 28, 2026

SB 546: Relating to clothing and necessity allowance

SB 546 establishes requirements for clothing and necessity allowances for children in foster care in West Virginia. It mandates that placement providers (foster parents, kinship caregivers, or residential providers) assess each child’s wardrobe and approved necessities (non-clothing items like hygiene products) at initial placement. If lacking, providers must obtain an initial allowance of at least $375 for immediate clothing and essentials, or supplementary allowances up to $175 for extraordinary needs like illness or damaged items. Payment options include a reloadable card (issued within 48 hours), a case worker’s purchasing card, or reimbursement (last resort), with requirements to maintain an inventory tracking the child’s items throughout all placements. The bill directly affects foster children, their caregivers, and the Department of Human Services.
Vince Deeds (R) · 8 co-sponsors
in committee · West Virginia · Senate Jan 28, 2026

SB 383: Division of Natural Resources rule relating to deer hunting

SB 383 authorizes West Virginia's Division of Natural Resources to implement a specific rule (58 CSR 50) governing deer hunting regulations. The bill formally approves a rule the Division had already proposed and filed in the State Register on March 31, 2025. This procedural authorization affects deer hunters in West Virginia by allowing the Division to enforce the established rule without needing new legislative action. The bill itself does not change hunting rules but confirms the Division's authority to enforce the existing rule.
Patricia Rucker (R)
in committee · West Virginia · House of Delegates Jan 28, 2026

HB 4877: Relating to modifying the priority of insurance coverage for drivers of certain vehicles to make consistent with federal law

HB 4877 modifies West Virginia's insurance law to align with federal standards for rental vehicles. It requires that when a driver test-drives a vehicle or uses a loaner provided by a business (such as a car dealership), the driver's personal insurance coverage is primary and the business's insurance is secondary. This change directly affects drivers using test drives or loaner vehicles and the businesses that provide them. The bill ensures state law matches federal requirements, eliminating inconsistencies in insurance coverage priority for these specific scenarios.
Clay Riley (R)
in committee · West Virginia · House of Delegates Jan 28, 2026

HB 4879: To revise and update all provisions of state code relating to the West Virginia State Guard

This bill revises West Virginia's legal framework for the State Guard, establishing a formal structure to operate alongside the National Guard. It requires the Governor to create five regional regiments by September 2026, each with headquarters, battalions, medical units, and engineering teams staffed by volunteers aged 16+ (open to all genders). Members must complete 12 hours of monthly training, including at least one 8-hour block, with coordination allowed with local emergency services. Funding will be managed through a dedicated annual budget line item, with unused funds carrying over to future fiscal years.
Bill Ridenour (R) · 9 co-sponsors
in committee · West Virginia · House of Delegates Jan 28, 2026

HB 4895: Relating to establishing an unborn child tax credit

HB 4895 would create a $2,000 state income tax exemption for each unborn child carried by a West Virginia resident individual, effective for tax years beginning January 1, 2027. The exemption applies to any pregnancy at any stage of development that is not aborted, as defined in the bill. This policy reduces taxable income for qualifying residents rather than providing direct cash payments. The bill directly affects West Virginia taxpayers who are pregnant and filing state income taxes.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates a $2,000 tax exemption reducing taxable income for pregnant residents, providing direct tax relief under state taxation policy.95% confidence
Lisa White (R) · 9 co-sponsors
in committee · West Virginia · House of Delegates Jan 28, 2026

HB 4469: Establish residency requirements for county surveyor be a resident of the state and provide exemption for holding more than one office.

HB 4469 requires county surveyors first elected or appointed after January 1, 2027, to be West Virginia residents, defined as someone who lives in the state and has intent to stay (e.g., holds a driver's license, pays state taxes, or registers vehicles there). It does not affect current county surveyors but applies to future appointments. The bill also creates a process for county surveyors to request exemptions from the Ethics Commission if they wish to hold multiple public offices simultaneously. These exemptions require demonstrating the office is not widely available, requires personal prestige, and allows financial gain outside the role.
Chuck Sheedy (R) · 8 co-sponsors
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