SB 880 West Virginia Senate · 2025 Regular Session

Relating to powers and duties of Commissioner of Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation regarding Stevens Correctional Center

This bill transfers management of Stevens Correctional Center in McDowell County from the county commission to West Virginia's Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation (DCR). It clarifies that the state now owns the facility's assets, confirms McDowell County's prior debts related to the center have been paid by the state, and requires county employees to transfer to DCR with retained seniority and leave balances. The bill explicitly states that Stevens Correctional Center is no longer contracted with the county and is now under full state control, alongside other state-operated correctional facilities listed in the law. These changes formalize the state's operational control over the facility without altering its function or capacity.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2025
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Governor
Introduced Mar 21, 2025 Last action Mar 21, 2025
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Mar 21, 2025
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To Judiciary
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Mar 21, 2025
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Mar 21, 2025
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To Judiciary then Finance
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