West Virginia 2022 Regular Session

West Virginia Senate Bill SB103

Introduced

1/12/22

Refer

1/12/22

Caption

Creating Closed Captioning Act

Impact

The bill's implementation would directly affect funding for several state departments, notably the Department of Health and Human Resources and the Department of Homeland Security. By redistributing funds from various health and correction services to bolster economic development initiatives, the bill represents a significant shift in state funding priorities. Such changes may influence the level of public health service funding, corrections programs, and juvenile services, impacting service delivery and operational functionality across these domains.

Summary

SB103 is a bill introduced in the West Virginia Legislature which aims to supplement and amend the appropriations of public moneys out of the Treasury in the State Fund, General Revenue, specifically targeting various departments such as Health and Human Resources and Homeland Security. The bill entails a decrease in certain appropriations while increasing allocations primarily to the Department of Economic Development. This fiscal strategy is designed in light of an estimated unappropriated balance within the State Treasury, making funds available for reallocation during the fiscal year ending June 30, 2022.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding SB103 appears mixed among stakeholders, with proponents advocating for the increased funding towards economic development as a necessary step towards stimulating state economic growth. Conversely, critics might express concern regarding the reduction in financing for essential services in health and corrections, which could lead to potential adverse outcomes in public service welfare and safety. Thus, the bill reflects a broader debate on budget allocation priorities amid competing needs for economic revitalization versus public health and safety.

Contention

Notable points of contention arise from the balance between economic growth initiatives and necessary social services funding. Critics argue that reducing appropriations in vital areas such as public health and correctional services may exacerbate challenges in these sectors, potentially leading to worsened health outcomes or increased crime rates. As such, the discussion surrounding SB103 highlights the challenge of equitable resource distribution within state budgets, balancing immediate economic objectives against longer-term public health and safety imperatives.

Latest WV SB103 Activity

View All Events: WV 2022 Regular Session SB103

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

WV SB537

Creating Closed Captioning Act

WV SB602

Relating to Closed Captioning Act

WV HB3151

The Closed Captioning Act

WV HB49

Closed Captioning Act

WV HB3350

Supplemental Appropriation - DCR - Corrections - 0608

WV HB5286

Supplemental Appropriation to the Department of Homeland Security-Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation from the Unappropriated Surplus Balance

WV HB5299

Supplemental Appropriation to the Department of Homeland Security - Correctional Units from the Unappropriated Surplus Balance.

WV HB5292

Supplemental Appropriation to the Department of Homeland Security - Bureau for Juvenile Services from the Unappropriated Surplus Balance.

WV SB768

Supplemental appropriation to Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation

WV HB403

Supplementing items of appropriation from the State Road Fund to the Department of Transportation

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