Sen. Jason Barrett

Co-sponsor SR 201

Passed · West Virginia Senate · Co-sponsor

Recognizing dedicated public service of Honorable Robert Lee Karnes

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.

Passed Oct 7, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor SCR 101

Passed · West Virginia Senate · Co-sponsor

Urging US Department of Education to accelerate processing of Free Application for Federal Student Aid

Maddy summaryThis legislative resolution urges the U.S. Department of Education to speed up the processing of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and ensure that financial aid is promptly issued to students and colleges in West Virginia and nationwide. The bill calls for the federal government to fully repair the FAFSA website, clear application backlogs for both online and paper submissions, and provide round-the-clock customer support to assist applicants with errors. It also requests that the Department of Education award financial aid to returning students at last year's levels if processing delays prevent new applications from being finalized. The measure aims to address significant drops in FAFSA completion rates and protect access to federal funding for higher education.

Passed May 20, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor SCR 102

Passed · West Virginia Senate · Co-sponsor

Extending State of Emergency and suspending certain requirements for Free Application for Federal Student Aid

Maddy summaryThis bill extends a state of emergency in West Virginia from June 29, 2024, to October 15, 2024, to address ongoing issues with the federal FAFSA application process. The measure maintains the suspension of certain state rules that previously required students to complete the FAFSA to qualify for state-funded financial aid programs. By keeping these regulations paused, the legislation allows students to access state financial assistance without being blocked by the delayed federal application rollout. The change directly affects West Virginia residents seeking college funding and ensures that emergency powers remain active until the specified date.

Passed May 20, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor SB 690

Signed into law · West Virginia Senate · Co-sponsor

Establishing WV Agritourism Commission

Signed into law Apr 23, 2024 1 co-sponsor

Co-sponsor SB 190

Signed into law · West Virginia Senate · Co-sponsor

Modifying definition of sexual contact

Signed into law Apr 23, 2024 1 co-sponsor

Co-sponsor SB 544

Signed into law · West Virginia Senate · Co-sponsor

Raising threshold for bid requirement of municipal public works projects

Signed into law Apr 23, 2024 1 co-sponsor

Primary SB 755

Signed into law · West Virginia Senate · Lead sponsor

Providing safeguards for online sales of tobacco products

Signed into law Apr 23, 2024 0 co-sponsors

Co-sponsor SB 610

Signed into law · West Virginia Senate · Co-sponsor

Clarifying authority of Water Development Authority in certain circumstances

Signed into law Apr 23, 2024 1 co-sponsor

Primary SB 872

Signed into law · West Virginia Senate · Lead sponsor

Relating to county fire service fees

Signed into law Apr 23, 2024 0 co-sponsors

Primary SB 751

Signed into law · West Virginia Senate · Lead sponsor

Creating online charitable raffles

Signed into law Apr 23, 2024 0 co-sponsors