West Virginia 2022 Regular Session

West Virginia Senate Bill SB624

Introduced

2/14/22

Refer

2/14/22

Report Pass

2/17/22

Engrossed

2/22/22

Refer

2/23/22

Refer

2/23/22

Enrolled

3/10/22

Passed

3/18/22

Chaptered

4/20/22

Caption

Making supplementary appropriation to DHHR, Division of Health, Laboratory Services

Impact

The passage of SB624 has significant implications for state law, particularly in terms of budgetary allocations for public health initiatives. By supplementing the budget for the Division of Health Laboratory Services, the bill ensures that the department can maintain or enhance its capabilities to respond to health-related issues within the state. Such appropriations are crucial for supporting laboratory services that are essential for disease diagnosis, management, and epidemiological studies.

Summary

Senate Bill 624 is a legislative act aimed at making a supplementary appropriation of public funds to the Department of Health and Human Resources, specifically for the Division of Health Laboratory Services. The bill facilitates the allocation of remaining unappropriated funds for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2022, allowing the department to access additional resources necessary for its operations. The act was passed on March 10, 2022, and is effective immediately upon passage, signaling an urgent need to bolster health services funding towards addressing public health responsibilities.

Sentiment

The general sentiment surrounding SB624 appears to be overwhelmingly positive, as reflected in the unanimous voting outcome, with 95 votes in favor and no opposition noted. This lack of dissent suggests that lawmakers recognize the importance of funding for public health services, especially in light of ongoing and emerging health challenges. The ability to swiftly mobilize financial resources for laboratory services is seen as an essential component of effective health governance.

Contention

While there are no notable points of contention directly reported concerning SB624, it is always possible that deeper discussions around budget transparency and allocation strategies exist in the broader legislative context. In general, supplementary appropriations can sometimes lead to scrutiny regarding how funds are managed and deployed, as stakeholders may debate the priorities set forth in budgetary decisions. However, given the bill's support and the context of its passage, it seems that consensus on funding health services was achieved.

Latest WV SB624 Activity

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Companion Bills

WV HB4752

Similar To making a supplementary appropriation to the Department of Health and Human Resources, Division of Health – Laboratory Services

Previously Filed As

WV HB5290

Supplemental Appropriation to the Department of Health-Laboratory Services Fund from Special Revenue

WV SB785

Supplemental appropriation to Department of Health, fund 5163

WV SB4002

Supplementary appropriation to DOT, Division of Highways

WV HB402

Making a supplemental appropriation to the Department of Transportation, Division of Highways

WV HB3358

Supplemental Appropriation FBGR DHHR

WV SB826

Supplementary appropriation to Division of Natural Resources, fund 3211

WV HB5691

Supplemental appropriation, Department of Health

WV SB843

Supplemental Appropriation to Department of Health, fund 5144

WV SB774

Supplemental appropriation to Department of Health, WV Birth to Three Fund

WV SB570

Supplemental Appropriation to Department of Health, fund 8802

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