Sen. Tom Takubo

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

Primary SCR 201

Passed · West Virginia Senate · Lead sponsor

Authorizing adjournments of Senate and House of Delegates

Maddy summaryThis Senate Concurrent Resolution authorizes both the West Virginia Senate and House of Delegates to adjourn for more than three days during their current extraordinary legislative session. The measure relies on a specific provision in the state constitution to permit extended breaks without violating session rules. It is a procedural action designed to allow lawmakers the flexibility to pause their work as needed during this specific period.

Passed Sep 30, 2024 0 co-sponsors 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 170

Signed into law · West Virginia Senate · Co-sponsor

Relating to compensable diseases of certain firefighters covered by workers' compensation

Signed into law Apr 23, 2024 1 co-sponsor

Co-sponsor SB 681

Signed into law · West Virginia Senate · Co-sponsor

Revising service obligation for certain doctoral medical degree programs

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

Primary SB 668

Signed into law · West Virginia Senate · Lead sponsor

Increasing amount of certain controlled substances persons may purchase annually

Signed into law Apr 23, 2024 0 co-sponsors

Co-sponsor SB 451

Signed into law · West Virginia Senate · Co-sponsor

Directing Prosecuting Attorneys Institute to make training available to certain new prosecuting attorneys

Signed into law Apr 23, 2024 1 co-sponsor

Primary SB 539

Signed into law · West Virginia Senate · Lead sponsor

Creating cold case database

Signed into law Apr 23, 2024 0 co-sponsors