Budget & Taxes (Procurement · Public Safety)

HB 4057 authorizes West Virginia state secretaries to establish a central purchasing program for volunteer fire departments and emergency medical services (EMS) to reduce supply costs through bulk or discounted buying. The bill requires secretaries to promulgate rules for this program and conduct reviews of department operations to identify cost-saving opportunities, such as optimizing vehicle fleets and lease agreements. This policy directly benefits volunteer fire and EMS organizations by potentially lowering their expenses on essential equipment and supplies. The bill does not create new funding but leverages existing state purchasing authority to achieve cost reductions.