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All 23,924 Active 613 In committee 20,029 Passed 3,434 Signed 2,811 Failed 143
introduced · West Virginia · Senate Feb 12, 2025

SB 23: Creating Special Road Repair Fund

SB 23 creates a Special Road Repair Fund within West Virginia's State Road Fund, allowing up to $80 million annually to be transferred specifically for repairing nonfederal aid eligible county roads. It establishes an Enhanced Road Repair Program requiring county supervisors (with county commissions and local legislators) to submit annual priority road repair requests by July 1, based on traffic counts and road condition. Funding is distributed proportionally by mileage of eligible roads, with a minimum $1 million allocation per county, and mandates contracting private vendors for repairs if 50% of core maintenance projects were unfinished the prior year. The program covers pothole repair, paving, ditching, and mowing on county roads, while requiring drainage work before paving. This directly affects county governments, private contractors, and residents who use nonfederal aid roads.
Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationCreates $80M annual Special Road Repair Fund specifically for county road maintenance, directly funding transportation infrastructure improvement as per bill's core purpose.95% confidence
introduced · West Virginia · Senate Feb 12, 2025

SB 148: Clarifying provision of electricity on premises of US armed forces or WV National Guard does not constitute public service

SB 148 clarifies that electricity provided by a certified high impact industrial business development district to meet the needs of U.S. military bases or West Virginia National Guard facilities does not count as a "public service" under West Virginia law. This exempts such electricity agreements from standard public utility regulations, including limitations on power purchase agreements and net metering requirements. The bill directly affects certified industrial districts that supply electricity to military installations, removing regulatory barriers for these specific contracts. It becomes effective July 1, 2025, and aims to streamline energy provision for military infrastructure without altering utility oversight for general public service.
Ryan Weld (R)
introduced · West Virginia · Senate Feb 12, 2025

SB 60: Establishing road or highway infrastructure improvement projects or coal production and processing facilities tax credit

This bill creates a tax credit for West Virginia taxpayers who invest in road/highway infrastructure projects or coal production/processing facilities. It directly affects businesses subject to the state's tax (e.g., coal severance tax) that make qualified investments, such as construction costs for highways or equipment for coal mines. To claim the credit, taxpayers must apply for certification (including project details and investment amounts) before claiming it, with credits limited to a maximum approved amount. The credit aims to encourage private investment in infrastructure and coal industry facilities, as stated in the bill's legislative findings.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates tax credit for infrastructure/coal investments, providing tax relief to businesses under state taxation policy.95% confidence ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyProvides tax credits specifically for coal production/processing facilities, directly favoring fossil fuels over renewable energy infrastructure without promoting clean energy alternatives.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill creates tax credit specifically for road/highway infrastructure investments, directly funding transportation infrastructure projects.95% confidence
introduced · West Virginia · Senate Feb 12, 2025

SB 172: Permitting retired teachers to substitute up to 180 days without penalty of losing retirement

This bill allows retired teachers in West Virginia to work as substitute teachers for up to 180 days per academic year without losing their monthly retirement benefits. It directly affects retired teachers participating in the state Teachers Retirement System who wish to substitute. The bill establishes a clear 180-day annual limit (replacing inconsistent county calculations), requires the retirement board to set this standard, and permits retired teachers to choose whether to contribute to their retirement from substitute pay - though employers are not required to make contributions on their behalf. The change aims to address teacher shortages while preserving retirement benefits.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationEnables retired teachers to substitute without losing retirement benefits, strengthening K-12 educator workforce stability and access to substitute coverage.92% confidence
Laura Chapman (R) · 1 co-sponsor
introduced · West Virginia · Senate Feb 12, 2025

SB 4: Prohibiting compensation when assisting persons apply for VA benefits in certain circumstances

West Virginia's SB 4 prohibits individuals or entities from receiving compensation for helping veterans or their families apply for U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits, except where federal law permits. It bans charging fees for preparing, presenting, or advising on VA claims, guaranteeing specific benefit amounts, or charging excessive fees (with federal guidelines governing reasonableness). Before providing services, any provider must secure a written agreement signed by the veteran, meeting federal fee standards. Violations would be treated as breaches of West Virginia's Consumer Credit and Protection Act. This directly affects veterans seeking assistance and service providers (like advocates or attorneys) who previously charged for such support.
Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransProhibits fees for VA benefit assistance, preventing exploitation and ensuring veterans access benefits without cost, aligning with veteran support.95% confidence
Mike Oliverio (R) · 1 co-sponsor
introduced · West Virginia · Senate Feb 12, 2025

SB 191: Modifying retirement and disability benefits for dependents of certain State Police retirees

SB 191 modifies West Virginia's retirement benefits for dependents of State Police officers who retire due to disability. It ensures these dependents receive the same benefits as dependents of officers who retire after 20 years of service without disability. Specifically, the bill adjusts the calculation in §15-2-33(a)(1) and (a)(2) to make disability retirees' dependents eligible for the full "greater of" benefit amount, rather than the lower $5,000 minimum. This change directly affects the surviving spouses, children, and parents of State Police officers who take disability retirement. The policy update aims to align benefits for all dependents regardless of whether the officer retired due to disability or completed 20 years of service.
Vince Deeds (R) · 2 co-sponsors
introduced · West Virginia · Senate Feb 12, 2025

SB 66: Providing exemption from state severance tax for coal sold to coal-fired power plants located in WV

SB 66 would exempt coal sold to coal-fired power plants located within West Virginia from the state's 5% severance tax. This directly affects coal producers who sell coal to in-state power plants, removing the tax on those specific sales. The bill amends existing tax law to create this targeted exemption, meaning coal sold to power plants outside West Virginia would still be subject to the tax. The change would reduce tax revenue for the state specifically on coal used by in-state electricity generators.
Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill exempts coal sales to in-state power plants from 5% severance tax, directly reducing state tax revenue. This weakens tax collection in the Budget & Taxes category.95% confidence ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill exempts coal sales to in-state coal plants from severance tax, directly favoring fossil fuel production over renewable energy development.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentExempts coal tax for in-state power plants, incentivizing coal use and increasing emissions without environmental safeguards85% confidence
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