SB 336 authorizes the Department of Homeland Security to issue regulatory rules. This procedural bill grants DHS the legal authority to develop and implement specific rules without needing separate legislative approval for each rule. It does not create new policies or affect specific groups, but streamlines DHS's ability to establish operational regulations. The bill became law on August 8, 2025, after Governor approval on April 1, 2025.
SB 462 allows the Board of Occupational Therapy to require criminal history record checks for individuals applying for or renewing an occupational therapy license. This bill directly affects prospective and current occupational therapy licensees in the state. The key provision expands the Board's authority to conduct these background checks as part of the licensing process. It does not change existing licensing requirements but adds this specific screening tool. The law became effective upon the governor's approval on March 24, 2025.
SB 492 removes outdated legal provisions related to political committees from the state code. It directly affects political committees that manage campaign finances by eliminating obsolete requirements and procedures. The bill updates the governing framework to reflect current campaign finance practices without adding new restrictions. This change became law on August 8, 2025, after governor approval on April 1, 2025.
SB 10 exempts specific meat processing activities from state sales tax, directly affecting meat processors who handle certain types of meat (like grinding or curing). The bill removes the tax requirement for these defined processes, making them tax-free under current law. This is a procedural tax exemption change with no new fees or requirements for businesses.
SB 863 amends West Virginia Code §5A-1-2 to remove the reference to the "Information Services and Communications Division" from the list of divisions within the Department of Administration. This procedural bill directly affects the department's organizational structure by eliminating a specific division name from the statutory listing. The key mechanism is a simple amendment to the code section that previously listed the division alongside others like the Finance and Personnel Divisions. The change does not alter the department's functions, funding, or staffing but updates the legal description of its structure. This bill was approved by the Governor and became law as Chapter 133 in the 2025 legislative session.
SB 914 requires private, parochial, and church schools in the state to implement standardized testing and maintain specific attendance records for students. It directly affects these schools by establishing uniform testing requirements and attendance tracking standards previously not mandated for them. The bill amends existing education codes to ensure these institutions comply with the same testing and attendance reporting rules as public schools, effective August 8, 2025.
SB 525 clarifies the process the Secretary of State uses to officially end a nonprofit corporation's legal status when it fails to file required documents like annual reports. The bill requires the Secretary to send written notices and follow specific, standardized steps before dissolving a nonprofit, reducing confusion in the current procedure. This directly affects nonprofits that miss filing deadlines, ensuring the dissolution process is more transparent and consistent. The law became effective on August 8, 2025, after being approved by the Governor.
SB 942 modifies state regulations governing diesel-powered equipment used in mining operations. It directly affects mining companies and operators who use such equipment at mine sites. The bill changes specific requirements related to emissions standards, maintenance, or equipment specifications for diesel machinery in mines (though the exact technical modifications are not detailed in the provided context). The legislation was enacted into law as Chapter 182 of the 2025 Regular Session Acts on April 25, 2025. Without additional bill text, the precise nature of the "modifications" cannot be specified.
SB 862 repeals outdated sections (§5A-9-1 to §5A-9-5) of West Virginia's code that referenced the "Voluntary Gilding the Dome Check-Off Program." This procedural bill removes obsolete legal language with no impact on current programs or residents, as the referenced program is no longer active. It modernizes the state code by eliminating historical references that no longer serve a practical purpose. The bill does not create new policies, change funding, or affect any individuals or entities.
SB 199 amends West Virginia law to improve how schools address student behavior in elementary settings (K-6). It requires county school boards to partner with licensed behavioral health agencies or create alternative learning centers for students with disruptive behavior, and mandates that these students meet regularly with school social workers or behavioral specialists to develop transition plans back to regular classrooms. The bill also sets specific protocols for K-6 teachers who observe violent, threatening, or intimidating behavior that disrupts learning, requiring them to follow defined steps before exclusion. Additionally, it requires school staff to receive training on alternatives to traditional discipline and clarifies that these changes align with federal law.
SB 485 exempts the West Virginia Secretary of State from the state's competitive bidding requirements for contracts. This means the Secretary's office can now directly hire vendors for services without publicly soliciting bids, affecting how the office procures goods or services. The bill became law on April 30, 2025, after being approved by the governor and both chambers of the legislature.
SB 280 requires all public schools in the state to display the official U.S. motto, "In God We Trust," in a prominent location within each school building. This policy directly affects every public K-12 school in the state, mandating the physical display of the motto as part of school decor. The key provision specifies that the motto must be visible in a location easily accessible to students and staff, without requiring specific formatting or additional signage. The bill became law on April 29, 2025, after approval by the Governor.
