HB 4233 West Virginia House of Delegates · 2026 Regular Session

Relating to authorizing the West Virginia State Police to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the West Virginia State Police Career Progression System

HB 4233 authorizes the West Virginia State Police to adopt a legislative rule (81 CSR 03) governing their Career Progression System. This rule, which was modified and resubmitted after addressing legislative committee feedback, outlines how officers advance through ranks within the department. The bill directly affects the West Virginia State Police by providing formal approval for the rule's implementation in managing officer career advancement. The rule itself specifies criteria and processes for rank progression but does not alter existing policies or create new substantive requirements.
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Introduced Jan 14, 2026 Last action Jan 14, 2026
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