West Virginia 2022 1st Special Session

West Virginia Senate Bill SB1003

Introduced

1/10/22

Engrossed

1/10/22

Enrolled

1/11/22

Passed

1/12/22

Chaptered

3/23/22

Caption

Decreasing and increasing existing appropriations from State Fund, General Revenue

Impact

The direct legal impact of SB1003 is the adjustment of existing appropriations, which allows for increased funding towards certain initiatives while decreasing funds for others. Specifically, it seeks to reallocate approximately $2.54 million from the Division of Health's State Aid for Local and Basic Public Health Services to other necessary areas. Additionally, the bill allows for increased funding to the Department of Economic Development, which could enhance economic initiatives within the state. Changes in appropriations can significantly alter how state agencies operate and service their designated populations, particularly in health and corrections.

Summary

Senate Bill 1003, introduced in the West Virginia Legislature, focuses on the adjustment of public fund appropriations for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2022. The bill proposes both decreases and increases in appropriations across various departments, including the Department of Health and Human Resources and several divisions within the Department of Homeland Security. It essentially aims to supplement the Executive Budget by reallocating state funds where necessary based on the revised estimates submitted by the Governor.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding SB1003 appears to be largely functional. Proponents of the bill, including various legislative members, likely see it as a necessary adjustment to align funding with the state’s current financial needs and priorities. However, there may be criticism regarding the reductions in health funding, especially during a time when public health services are particularly relevant. Therefore, stakeholders may express concerns about the long-term impacts of decreasing funds in health services versus boosting economic development.

Contention

While the bill received broad support with a voting outcome of 89 yeas to 3 nays, it does raise some points of contention. Opponents of the bill might voice concerns over the potential consequences of reducing funding for health services amidst ongoing public health challenges. Additionally, the prioritization of economic development funding over health and human service funding may be scrutinized, particularly if it leads to negative outcomes in community health and welfare.

Latest WV SB1003 Activity

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Companion Bills

WV HB103

Similar To Making supplemental appropriations to various agencies

Previously Filed As

WV HB3521

Expiring funds to the surplus balance in the State Fund, General Revenue, Consumer Protection Recovery Fund

WV HB2277

Decreasing the state rate for sales and use taxes for prepared food and increasing the percent credited to the state highway fund from sales and use tax revenue collected.

WV SB815

Supplemental appropriation to Department of Homeland Security, fund 0450

WV SB848

Supplemental Appropriation to Department of Homeland Security, fund 0450

WV SB817

Supplemental appropriation to Department of Homeland Security, fund 0570

WV HB2586

Requiring ten percent of all state revenues derived from sales tax, excise tax, severance tax, or generated by any other means be placed in General Revenue and returned to the County Division of Highways

WV HB111

Expiring funds to the unappropriated surplus balance in the State Fund, General Revenue, from the Department Revenue, State Budget Office, PEIA Rainy Day Fund

WV SB30

A Bond And Capital Improvements Act Of The State Of Delaware And Certain Of Its Authorities For The Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2026; Authorizing The Issuance Of General Obligation Bonds Of The State; Appropriating Funds From The Transportation Trust Fund; Authorizing The Issuance Of Revenue Bonds Of The Delaware Transportation Authority; Appropriating Special Funds Of The Delaware Transportation Authority; Appropriating General Funds Of The State; Reprogramming Certain Funds Of The State; Specifying Certain Procedures, Conditions And Limitations For The Expenditure Of Such Funds; And Amending Certain Statutory Provisions.

WV SB781

Decreasing appropriation to Economic Development Authority and increasing appropriation to Department of Human Services

WV HB2597

Relating to the transfer of certain revenues derived from lottery activities generally, restoring distribution to the West Virginia Infrastructure Fund to 2013 rates and decreasing the funds available for grants therefrom

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PA HB1330

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PA SB160

To provide appropriations from the General Fund for the expenses of the Executive, Legislative and Judicial Departments of the Commonwealth, the public debt and the public schools for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025; to provide appropriations from special funds and accounts to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025; to provide for the appropriation of Federal funds to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025; and to provide for the additional appropriation of Federal and State funds to the Executive and Legislative Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024.

PA SB1220

To provide appropriations from the General Fund for the expenses of the Executive, Legislative and Judicial Departments of the Commonwealth, the public debt and the public schools for the fiscal year July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026; to provide appropriations from special funds and accounts to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026; to provide for the appropriation of Federal funds to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026.