Budget & Taxes

signed · West Virginia · House of Delegates Aug 13, 2026

HB 5691: Supplemental appropriation, Department of Health

This bill moves approximately $2.98 million from the Attorney General's Consumer Protection Recovery Fund to the Department of Health's general revenue account for fiscal year 2026. The transfer is intended to support the Department of Health's Tobacco Education Program, which is designated under fund 0407 and organization 0506. The legislation expires the surplus funds in the original account and creates a new appropriation line item to allocate the money to the health department. This action is part of the state's regular budget process for managing unappropriated surplus balances within the State Fund, General Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill transfers funds to support Department of Health's Tobacco Education Program, increasing funding for public health services.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

signed · West Virginia · House of Delegates Aug 13, 2026

HB 5690: Supplemental appropriation, Adjutant General

This bill directs the West Virginia General Assembly to transfer $4,025,000 from the state's unappropriated surplus funds to the Adjutant General's budget for fiscal year 2026. The money is specifically designated for the Armory Board Transfer, which supports the state militia's operations and facility management. This supplemental appropriation increases the existing budget allocation for the Adjutant General's office without creating new spending categories. The legislation takes effect immediately upon passage and uses general revenue funds already available in the state treasury.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides supplemental appropriation of $4.025M to Adjutant General for state militia operations, directly increasing funding for government programs.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

signed · West Virginia · House of Delegates Aug 13, 2026

HB 5692: Supplemental appropriation, State Road Fund

This bill provides additional funding from the State Road Fund to the West Virginia Department of Transportation's Division of Highways for the 2026 fiscal year. It authorizes the use of unappropriated money already available in the state treasury to supplement existing budget allocations for road maintenance and construction projects. The legislation does not create new spending categories but rather increases the amount of money designated for the department's current operational fund. Once passed, the additional funds become available for the department to allocate toward its approved highway and infrastructure initiatives during the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides additional funding for state road maintenance and construction, directly strengthening budget allocation for public infrastructure.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill provides additional funding to State Road Fund for road maintenance and construction projects, directly supporting transportation infrastructure.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

signed · West Virginia · House of Delegates Aug 13, 2026

HB 5693: Supplemental appropriation, Department of Tourism Revenue

This bill directs the West Virginia Legislature to move approximately $4.5 million in unspent funds from the Department of Tourism's 2021 budget into the state's general surplus account, where the money becomes available for future use. The legislation then allocates that same amount to the Department of Tourism's Division of Culture and History for the 2026 fiscal year, specifically for capital projects and maintenance needs. The bill affects the state's budget management by reassigning leftover money from one tourism-related fund to another within the same department, ensuring the funds remain available for approved government spending.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill reallocates unspent funds to support Department of Tourism's Division of Culture and History for capital projects and maintenance, strengthening fiscal management and funding essential programs.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

signed · West Virginia · House of Delegates Aug 13, 2026

HB 5689: Supplemental appropriation, Department of Homeland Security

This bill directs the West Virginia Legislature to allocate surplus state funds to the Department of Homeland Security for fiscal year 2026. The appropriation specifically supports the Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation within the department, funding information technology services and special services for correctional units. The legislation uses existing unappropriated surplus money from the State Fund's General Revenue rather than creating new revenue sources. This action increases the available budget for these specific correctional facility operations during the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates surplus state funds to Department of Homeland Security for corrections IT services, increasing funding for public services without creating new revenue.90% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill allocates surplus funds to Department of Homeland Security's Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation for IT and special services, strengthening correctional operations.75% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill allocates surplus funds to DHS for IT services in correctional facilities, directly funding technology infrastructure and services.75% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

signed · West Virginia · House of Delegates Aug 13, 2026

HB 4126: To modify the funding distribution to the state park endowment fund and the State Parks Operational Fund

HB 4126 modifies how royalties from mineral leasing beneath the Ohio River are distributed to state park funding. Starting July 1, 2026, 50% of these royalties will fund state park operations, maintenance, and improvements unless the fund balance reaches $100 million, at which point 100% will be allocated. The bill directly affects state parks, forests, and rail trails by changing their primary revenue source from these mineral royalties. It does not create new programs but adjusts existing distribution rules based on the fund's balance. The change aims to ensure consistent funding for recreational facilities while allowing the fund to grow toward a $100 million threshold.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill redirects mineral royalty funds to state parks, ensuring consistent budget allocation for public infrastructure without tax changes.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentDirectly allocates mineral royalties to state park operations, maintenance, and improvements, strengthening conservation funding for parks and forests.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

signed · West Virginia · House of Delegates Jun 29, 2026

HB 5438: To modify the foundation allowance to improve instructional programs.

HB 5438 modifies West Virginia's school funding formula to direct additional resources toward instructional improvements and technology. It allocates 10% of the local share increase for instructional programs (with $150,000 minimum per county) and 20% for instructional technology (with $30,000 minimum per county), both calculated based on attendance and enrollment data. County school boards may use up to 50% of instructional funds for hiring educators or technology specialists, subject to state superintendent approval, but cannot increase central office staff beyond four positions. The bill also requires funding for the Third Grade Success Act and allows county boards to use allocated funds for Safe Schools Fund projects. This directly affects all West Virginia county school districts and their budgeting for classroom programs and technology resources.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates specific percentages of funds (10% for instructional programs, 20% for tech) toward education, directly increasing targeted government spending within the state budget.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationAllocates 10% and 20% of funds for instructional programs/tech with minimum county requirements, directing resources toward improving K-12 education.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyAllocates 20% of funds for instructional technology with $30,000 minimum per county, directly advancing tech resources in schools.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

signed · West Virginia · House of Delegates Jun 29, 2026

HB 5480: Relating to establishing the West Virginia Youth Summer Employment and Career Readiness Program.

HB 5480 establishes the West Virginia Youth Summer Employment and Career Readiness Program to provide paid summer jobs and career training for youth aged 14-20, with priority given to those in foster care, receiving public assistance (like TANF or SNAP), or involved in the justice system. Administered by the Department of Commerce’s Division of Workforce Development, the program requires partnerships with private businesses, nonprofits, and government agencies to create work placements and career exploration opportunities. It mandates annual reporting on program effectiveness, allows private funding through matching contributions, and creates a special revenue account to support operations. The goal is to address workforce shortages, retain youth in West Virginia, and build a skilled local workforce through structured employment experiences.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes state-funded youth employment program requiring budget allocation for new government spending on essential services for vulnerable youth.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentCreates paid youth employment program with career training, prioritizing vulnerable groups, directly advancing workforce development and employment opportunities for at-risk youth.92% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

signed · West Virginia · House of Delegates Jun 29, 2026

HB 5613: Relating to authorizing the Fleet Management Division to use telematics

HB 5613 authorizes West Virginia's Fleet Management Division to use telematics monitoring devices on state vehicles. It directly affects all state agencies and departments (spending units) that operate state vehicles, requiring them to track vehicle activity through these systems. The bill amends existing law to allow the Division to contract for telematics services that monitor vehicle location, usage, and performance, while maintaining existing vehicle log reporting requirements. This replaces outdated provisions and standardizes how state vehicle fleets are managed under the Department of Administration.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesPromotes fiscal responsibility by enabling telematics tracking to optimize state vehicle usage, potentially reducing operational costs and waste in fleet management.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

signed · West Virginia · House of Delegates Jun 29, 2026

HB 5065: Relating to hotel occupancy tax.

HB 5065 amends West Virginia's hotel occupancy tax law to clarify collection requirements for online booking platforms (marketplace facilitators) like Airbnb or Booking.com. It requires these platforms to: (1) separately state the tax on all bills, (2) use geofencing for accurate tax calculation, (3) provide a nine-digit postal code to ensure taxes reach the correct local government (county or municipality), and (4) maintain detailed records of each transaction. The bill directly affects marketplace facilitators that meet sales thresholds ($100,000 revenue or 200+ transactions annually) and hotels using these platforms. It also prohibits businesses from claiming they will absorb the tax, ensuring the tax remains visible to consumers.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesClarifies tax collection for online platforms, ensuring accurate revenue allocation to local governments, strengthening fiscal management and closing potential collection gaps.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes