To raise the salary of Sheriffs

HB 4806 would increase West Virginia sheriffs' salaries by 10% more than the salaries paid to County Clerks and Circuit Clerks. This bill directly affects sheriffs in all West Virginia counties, requiring counties to first prove their fiscal health through an auditor's certification before the raise takes effect. Sheriffs must also submit a written request for the increase to their county clerk's office by the effective date. The changes would apply to salaries paid starting July 1, 2026, following the bill's introduction in January 2026.