Budget & Taxes (Revenue)

in committee · West Virginia · House of Delegates Feb 16, 2026

HB 5631: Relating to the Tobacco Products Excise Tax Act

HB 5631 increases taxes on tobacco products in West Virginia and removes existing tax discounts on stamps. It adds a clear definition for "electronic smoking devices" (including e-cigarettes and vapes) and expands the tax to cover these products, while excluding FDA-approved nicotine products. The bill directs 10% of the collected tax revenue to fund the state's tobacco prevention program. This affects tobacco manufacturers, retailers, and consumers through higher product costs and updated tax rules for vaping products.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases tobacco taxes and allocates 10% revenue to tobacco prevention program, advancing fiscal management for public health funding.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareDirects 10% of tobacco tax revenue to fund tobacco prevention program, a public health initiative targeting smoking-related health issues.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Revenue Sales Tax

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signed · West Virginia · Senate Jun 25, 2026

SB 868: Supplemental Appropriation for fiscal year ending June 30, 2026

SB 868 increases funding for payments to claimants who have filed claims against the State of West Virginia. It amends the existing budget allocation by raising the total amount from $864,750 to $2,314,750 (split as $1.1 million general revenue, $250,000 special revenue, and $964,750 state road funds) to cover a higher volume of claims. This adjustment directly affects individuals and entities seeking compensation for claims against the state, which have risen due to expedited payment processes established by prior legislation. The bill does not create new policies but adjusts existing fiscal provisions to address increased claim volumes.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases budget allocation for claimant payments ($864k → $2.3M), directly funding state obligations under fiscal management.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Revenue

signed · West Virginia · Senate Jun 24, 2026

SB 814: Supplemental appropriation to State Board of Education, fund 0313

This bill (SB 814) allocates $70,357,538 in unappropriated surplus funds from the State General Revenue Fund to the Hope Scholarship Program under the State Board of Education. It directly affects the Hope Scholarship Program by providing supplemental funding for fiscal year 2026. The bill does not change program rules or eligibility - it simply reallocates existing surplus funds to cover program costs. This is a routine budget adjustment, not a new policy.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates surplus funds to fund Hope Scholarship Program, supporting public education without new taxes or policy changes.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationAllocates $70M surplus to Hope Scholarship Program, directly funding educational access without restrictions or policy changes.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Revenue State Budget Student Financial Aid

in committee · West Virginia · House of Delegates Feb 6, 2026

HB 5304: Supplemental Appropriation to Section 8. Awards for Claims Against the State.

HB 5304 increases funding for payments to individuals and entities filing claims against the West Virginia state government. It amends Section 8 of the 2026 state budget (HB 2026) by raising the total appropriation from $864,750 to $2,314,750, adding $1,100,000 from general revenue funds and $250,000 from special revenue funds to the existing $964,750 from state road funds. This adjustment addresses increased claim volumes resulting from prior legislation (HB 3152 and HB 3157) that expedited claim processing. The bill directly affects claimants who have filed lawsuits against the state seeking compensation. It does not change eligibility rules but ensures sufficient funds are available for payments during fiscal year 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases state budget appropriation for claim payments by $1.35M, directly funding government fiscal obligations per supplemental budget amendment.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Revenue State Budget

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signed · West Virginia · Senate Jun 24, 2026

SB 788: Supplemental appropriation to Department of Commerce, fund 0572

SB 788 adds $2 million in additional funding from unappropriated surplus funds in the General Revenue Fund to WorkForce West Virginia (fund 0572, fiscal year 2026). This supplemental appropriation directly supports WorkForce West Virginia's current operational expenses, using existing unused state funds identified in the Governor's 2026 budget. The bill does not create new programs or alter eligibility but allocates money already available in the state treasury. It is a procedural funding adjustment, not a policy change.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $2M from unappropriated surplus funds to fund existing WorkForce West Virginia operations, using unused state treasury money without new taxes or program changes. Aligns with fiscal responsibility and funding public services.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentFunds WorkForce WV operational expenses, supporting employment services using existing surplus funds without policy changes.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Revenue State Budget

in committee · West Virginia · House of Delegates Feb 16, 2026

HB 5575: West Virginia Special Olympics Program.

HB 5575 appropriates $3.5 million from the General Revenue Fund for the West Virginia Special Olympics Program during fiscal year 2027. The funds will support county-level programming ($2 million, allocated equally to all 55 counties at ~$36,363 per county for local events and services) and state headquarters operations ($1.5 million for facilities, equipment, and statewide events). The Department of Education will administer the funds, requiring annual reports on expenditures, athlete participation, and program outcomes to the Joint Committee on Government and Finance. This bill directly affects Special Olympics athletes and local community programs across all West Virginia counties.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $3.5M from General Revenue Fund for Special Olympics program, directly funding essential public services through state budget allocation.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationFunds Special Olympics program via Dept. of Education, enhancing student access and programming in K-12 through allocated county and state funding.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Revenue

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signed · West Virginia · Senate Jun 25, 2026

SB 840: Supplemental Appropriation to Department of Human Services, fund 0403

This bill increases funding for West Virginia's Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) by adding $422,562 for administrative costs and $449,429 for services under fund 0403. It supplements existing appropriations using an unappropriated balance from the State Fund, General Revenue, to support CHIP operations during fiscal year 2026. The funding directly affects CHIP beneficiaries and program administrators by providing additional resources for program management and services. This is a procedural budget adjustment, not a policy change, and it applies to the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases CHIP funding via supplemental appropriation, directly advancing public health program budget allocation using unappropriated balances.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill increases CHIP funding by $871,991 to expand health insurance coverage and services for children, directly advancing public health program resources.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Revenue Children's Health Insurance Medicaid

in committee · West Virginia · House of Delegates Mar 11, 2026

HB 5281: Supplemental Appropriation to the Department of Commerce-Division of Forestry from the Unappropriated Balance

HB 5281 adds $600,000 to the existing budget for the West Virginia Division of Forestry (under Department of Commerce, Fund 0250) for fiscal year 2026. It uses unspent funds from the previous fiscal year’s General Revenue account to cover current operational expenses, not new programs. This supplemental appropriation directly affects the Division of Forestry’s ability to manage forest resources during 2026 without altering existing laws or creating new requirements. The bill does not change eligibility for services or impose new obligations on citizens.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $600,000 from unspent funds to fund Division of Forestry operations, an essential program, without new taxes or altering existing laws.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentFunds forestry operations for forest resource management, maintaining existing conservation efforts without new programs.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Revenue Forestry

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in committee · West Virginia · Senate Feb 23, 2026

SB 1075: Funding Tobacco Use Cessation Initiative

SB 1075 creates a dedicated "Tobacco Cessation Initiative Program Special Revenue Account" in West Virginia's state treasury, managed by the Bureau for Public Health. It directs $5 million annually - starting July 2026 - from interest earned on the Revenue Shortfall Reserve Fund to fund tobacco use cessation programs. The bill specifies these funds must be used exclusively for cessation services, such as counseling and nicotine replacement therapies, administered by the Bureau for Public Health. This initiative directly affects West Virginians seeking tobacco cessation support through state-funded programs.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $5M annually from interest earnings to fund tobacco cessation programs, directly supporting public health funding through dedicated budget allocation.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAllocates $5M annually to public health tobacco cessation programs, directly funding counseling and nicotine therapies through the Bureau for Public Health.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Revenue Public Health

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vetoed · West Virginia · House of Delegates Apr 2, 2026

HB 5074: Relating to changing the allocation of proceeds in the Medical Cannabis Program Fund.

HB 5074 changes how revenue from West Virginia's medical cannabis program is allocated. For fiscal year 2026, it directs $3 million to the Supreme Court for a child protection pilot, $10 million each to West Virginia University and Marshall University for ibogaine research, and $5 million to homelessness services, with remaining funds reverting to general revenue. Starting July 1, 2026, annual allocations will be: 15% to the Medical Cannabis Bureau for administration, 15% to the Department of Agriculture for cannabis testing, and 45% split among the Fight Substance Abuse Fund (20%), university research (10% each to Marshall and WVU), a Child Protection Commission (10%), and law enforcement training programs (40%). These changes apply to ongoing revenue from medical cannabis taxes, not new taxes or fees.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates cannabis program revenue to child protection, university research, and homelessness services, advancing funding for public programs and fiscal management.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAllocates $10M to universities for ibogaine research (addiction treatment), directly funding mental health services within healthcare.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill allocates $5 million to homelessness services, directly addressing housing needs through funding for housing-related support programs.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Revenue Substance Abuse Homelessness

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