Budget & Taxes

signed · West Virginia · House of Delegates Aug 13, 2026

HB 5690: Supplemental appropriation, Adjutant General

This bill directs the West Virginia General Assembly to transfer $4,025,000 from the state's unappropriated surplus funds to the Adjutant General's budget for fiscal year 2026. The money is specifically designated for the Armory Board Transfer, which supports the state militia's operations and facility management. This supplemental appropriation increases the existing budget allocation for the Adjutant General's office without creating new spending categories. The legislation takes effect immediately upon passage and uses general revenue funds already available in the state treasury.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides supplemental appropriation of $4.025M to Adjutant General for state militia operations, directly increasing funding for government programs.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

signed · West Virginia · House of Delegates Aug 13, 2026

HB 5692: Supplemental appropriation, State Road Fund

This bill provides additional funding from the State Road Fund to the West Virginia Department of Transportation's Division of Highways for the 2026 fiscal year. It authorizes the use of unappropriated money already available in the state treasury to supplement existing budget allocations for road maintenance and construction projects. The legislation does not create new spending categories but rather increases the amount of money designated for the department's current operational fund. Once passed, the additional funds become available for the department to allocate toward its approved highway and infrastructure initiatives during the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides additional funding for state road maintenance and construction, directly strengthening budget allocation for public infrastructure.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill provides additional funding to State Road Fund for road maintenance and construction projects, directly supporting transportation infrastructure.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

signed · West Virginia · House of Delegates Aug 13, 2026

HB 5694: Supplemental appropriation to Department of Education, fund 0313.

This bill provides additional funding to the West Virginia Department of Education for fiscal year 2026 by allocating money from the state's unappropriated surplus revenue. The legislation directly affects the State Board of Education and State Department of Education by supplementing their existing budget appropriations. Key provisions include specific funding allocations for various programs such as teacher retirement, child nutrition, technology modernization, scholarship programs, and special education services. The bill amends the state budget act to formalize these financial transfers from the general revenue fund to the education department's designated fund.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides additional funding to Department of Education for fiscal year 2026, directly advancing budget appropriations and strengthening public education services.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill provides additional funding to Department of Education for teacher retirement, child nutrition, technology modernization, and scholarship programs.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill allocates funding for technology modernization programs within the Department of Education, indicating support for advancing technology infrastructure.75% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

signed · West Virginia · House of Delegates Aug 13, 2026

HB 5288: Supplemental Appropriation to the Department of Agriculture-West Virginia Spay Neuter Assistance Fund from Special Revenue

HB 5288 provides additional funding to West Virginia's existing Spay Neuter Assistance Fund, which helps low-income pet owners cover spaying and neutering costs for their animals. The bill supplements an unappropriated balance from the 2026 fiscal year budget to increase the fund's allocation without changing program eligibility or requirements. This is a procedural funding adjustment, not a new policy, and directly supports the state's veterinary assistance program for pet sterilization. The fund operates under West Virginia Code Chapter 19, continuing existing services for qualifying residents.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases funding for public veterinary assistance program via supplemental appropriation without changing eligibility.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

signed · West Virginia · House of Delegates Aug 13, 2026

HB 5317: Supplemental Appropriation to the Department of Commerce - Division of Natural Resources from the Unappropriated Surplus Balance.

HB 5317 allocates $20 million from West Virginia's unappropriated surplus funds to the Department of Commerce's Division of Natural Resources for fiscal year 2026. This supplemental funding specifically supports capital outlay, repairs, and equipment within the Division's existing budget (Fund 0265). It does not create new programs or change policy, but rather uses leftover state funds to address operational needs for natural resource management. The bill directly affects the Division of Natural Resources' ability to maintain infrastructure and equipment during the 2026 fiscal year.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $20M from unappropriated surplus to fund operational needs (repairs, equipment) for natural resources division, directly supporting budget utilization without tax changes or policy shifts.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentAllocates $20M to Division of Natural Resources for operational needs, directly supporting natural resource management and conservation efforts within existing budget.92% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

signed · West Virginia · House of Delegates Aug 13, 2026

HB 5685: Relating to authorizing bonds for improvements to the West Virginia Science and Culture Center

HB 5685 authorizes up to $150 million in bonds to fund improvements at the West Virginia Science and Culture Center and other state historical sites acquired for preserving West Virginia history. The bill creates a dedicated "Cultural Center Improvements Revenue Debt Service Fund" to be financed annually by $12 million from the State Excess Lottery Revenue Fund (starting fiscal year 2026), with bonds maturing within 20 years. The Economic Development Authority must issue these bonds to cover capital improvements, and the fund will prioritize debt service payments. This directly affects the Science and Culture Center, other historical sites, and taxpayers through lottery revenue allocations.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes $150M bonds funded by $12M/year lottery revenue, creating dedicated fund for cultural center improvements - direct budget allocation for public service.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

signed · West Virginia · House of Delegates Aug 13, 2026

HB 4191: Relating to providing child care generally

HB 4191 increases the tax credit available to West Virginia employers who provide on-site child care for their employees. The bill expands the credit to cover costs of building, improving, or operating qualifying child care facilities, including furniture and equipment. Employers can claim this credit for five years after the facility is first used, provided the facility primarily serves employees' children and meets ownership requirements. This directly affects West Virginia employers operating on-site child care programs, reducing their state tax burden for these expenses.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExpands tax credit for employer child care, reducing business tax burden - direct tax relief aligns with support indicators.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentExpands tax credit for employer-provided child care, directly supporting employee work-life balance and retention as a workplace benefit.92% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

signed · West Virginia · House of Delegates Aug 13, 2026

HB 4126: To modify the funding distribution to the state park endowment fund and the State Parks Operational Fund

HB 4126 modifies how royalties from mineral leasing beneath the Ohio River are distributed to state park funding. Starting July 1, 2026, 50% of these royalties will fund state park operations, maintenance, and improvements unless the fund balance reaches $100 million, at which point 100% will be allocated. The bill directly affects state parks, forests, and rail trails by changing their primary revenue source from these mineral royalties. It does not create new programs but adjusts existing distribution rules based on the fund's balance. The change aims to ensure consistent funding for recreational facilities while allowing the fund to grow toward a $100 million threshold.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill redirects mineral royalty funds to state parks, ensuring consistent budget allocation for public infrastructure without tax changes.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentDirectly allocates mineral royalties to state park operations, maintenance, and improvements, strengthening conservation funding for parks and forests.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

signed · West Virginia · House of Delegates Jun 29, 2026

HB 5438: To modify the foundation allowance to improve instructional programs.

HB 5438 modifies West Virginia's school funding formula to direct additional resources toward instructional improvements and technology. It allocates 10% of the local share increase for instructional programs (with $150,000 minimum per county) and 20% for instructional technology (with $30,000 minimum per county), both calculated based on attendance and enrollment data. County school boards may use up to 50% of instructional funds for hiring educators or technology specialists, subject to state superintendent approval, but cannot increase central office staff beyond four positions. The bill also requires funding for the Third Grade Success Act and allows county boards to use allocated funds for Safe Schools Fund projects. This directly affects all West Virginia county school districts and their budgeting for classroom programs and technology resources.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates specific percentages of funds (10% for instructional programs, 20% for tech) toward education, directly increasing targeted government spending within the state budget.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationAllocates 10% and 20% of funds for instructional programs/tech with minimum county requirements, directing resources toward improving K-12 education.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyAllocates 20% of funds for instructional technology with $30,000 minimum per county, directly advancing tech resources in schools.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

signed · West Virginia · House of Delegates Jun 29, 2026

HB 5480: Relating to establishing the West Virginia Youth Summer Employment and Career Readiness Program.

HB 5480 establishes the West Virginia Youth Summer Employment and Career Readiness Program to provide paid summer jobs and career training for youth aged 14-20, with priority given to those in foster care, receiving public assistance (like TANF or SNAP), or involved in the justice system. Administered by the Department of Commerce’s Division of Workforce Development, the program requires partnerships with private businesses, nonprofits, and government agencies to create work placements and career exploration opportunities. It mandates annual reporting on program effectiveness, allows private funding through matching contributions, and creates a special revenue account to support operations. The goal is to address workforce shortages, retain youth in West Virginia, and build a skilled local workforce through structured employment experiences.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes state-funded youth employment program requiring budget allocation for new government spending on essential services for vulnerable youth.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentCreates paid youth employment program with career training, prioritizing vulnerable groups, directly advancing workforce development and employment opportunities for at-risk youth.92% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes