Sen. Craig Blair

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution formally recognizes the dedicated public service of Honorable Charles Samuel Trump IV. It acknowledges his extensive career in West Virginia government, including his time as a county prosecutor, a six-term House delegate, a Senate member, and his recent election to the state Supreme Court. The bill directs the Senate Clerk to send a copy of the resolution to Mr. Trump as an expression of appreciation for his commitment to serving citizens.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes the dedicated public service of West Virginia Senator Michael Lynn Caputo. It honors his long career in state government, including his time as a House Delegate, Senate member, and leader in various committees focused on energy, mining, and judiciary matters. The resolution expresses the Senate's gratitude for his contributions and directs the Clerk to send a copy of the document to Caputo. This measure does not change any laws or policies; it serves solely as a ceremonial acknowledgment of his past service.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 201 formally acknowledges the dedicated public service of Senator Robert Lee Karnes. This non-binding resolution honors his tenure in the West Virginia Senate, highlighting his leadership roles on various committees such as Natural Resources, Tax Reform, and Pensions. The bill directs the Senate Clerk to send a copy of the resolution to Senator Karnes as an official expression of gratitude. It does not create new laws or alter any policies but serves solely as a commemorative gesture.

Maddy summaryThis bill directs the West Virginia Legislature to release additional state funds from the State Road Fund to the Department of Transportation's Division of Highways for the fiscal year 2025. The legislation specifically increases an existing appropriation by $150 million to support road maintenance activities. By authorizing this transfer, the bill ensures that available unspent money in the state treasury is allocated to the designated highway maintenance account.

Maddy summaryThis bill directs the West Virginia State Treasurer to release additional funds from the state's general revenue surplus to support the State Board of Education's Aid for Exceptional Children program for the 2025 fiscal year. The legislation specifically allocates money for three areas: special education services for students in institutions, education for juveniles held in detention centers, and education for institutionalized juveniles and adults. By adding these new line items to the existing budget, the bill ensures that designated funds are available to cover the costs of these educational services during the upcoming fiscal year.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates West Virginia's radiation laws to officially designate the state as an agreement state with the federal Nuclear Regulatory Commission. It replaces outdated statutes with a new comprehensive framework that empowers the Department of Health to regulate radioactive materials and equipment used for medical, industrial, and research purposes. The legislation establishes specific licensing requirements, creates funding sources for site closure and inspection, and sets up civil and criminal penalties for violations. Additionally, it allows the state to enter into agreements with federal and interstate agencies to streamline regulatory oversight and minimize duplication of efforts.

Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes additional funding for the West Virginia State Police to be used during the 2025 fiscal year. It directs the state to use available surplus money from the General Revenue fund to cover specific expenses related to the department's operations and equipment. By adding a new line item to the state budget, the legislation ensures that designated funds are legally available for the police force to spend in the upcoming year.

Maddy summaryThis West Virginia bill authorizes the state to use unspent general revenue funds to provide additional money for the Adjutant General and State Militia for the 2025 fiscal year. The legislation specifically allocates $9.825 million for repairs and equipment, $3.35 million for military authority operations, and $2.5 million for a recruit employment program. By adding these new funding items to the existing budget, the bill ensures that designated units within the state militia have the necessary financial resources to carry out their duties through June 2025.

Maddy summaryThis bill directs the West Virginia Legislature to allocate $2 million from the state's unspent general revenue surplus to West Virginia University's General Administrative Fund for fiscal year 2025. The funding is intended to supplement existing budget allocations for the university's administrative operations, ensuring it has additional resources available for the year ending June 30, 2025. By transferring these funds from the state treasury to the university, the legislation provides a direct financial injection to support the institution's general administrative needs without specifying particular uses for the money.

Maddy summaryThis bill directs the West Virginia State Treasurer to transfer $10 million from the state's unspent general revenue surplus to the Department of Education for the 2025 fiscal year. The funds are specifically designated for the "Communities in Schools" program, which provides support services to students. By adding this line item to the state budget, the legislation ensures that the program has the necessary financial resources to operate during the upcoming year.