West Virginia 2022 Regular Session

West Virginia Senate Bill SB637

Introduced

2/15/22

Refer

2/15/22

Report Pass

2/18/22

Engrossed

2/23/22

Refer

2/24/22

Refer

2/24/22

Enrolled

3/7/22

Passed

3/15/22

Chaptered

4/20/22

Caption

Supplementing and amending appropriations to Executive, Governor’s Office – Civil Contingent Fund

Impact

The bill's passage is expected to have a notable impact on state financial operations, particularly in how the available funds from the General Revenue are allocated towards local economic development initiatives. By supplementing this funding, SB637 seeks to bolster programs that support business growth and community investment, which are crucial for enhancing the state's economic landscape. Importantly, this bill ensures that the Governor has the tools necessary to respond to urgent local economic needs through targeted funding.

Summary

Senate Bill 637 aims to supplement and amend the appropriations out of the State Treasury for the fiscal year 2022. This bill specifically allocates funds to the Governor's Office Civil Contingent Fund, focusing on local economic development assistance. The significance of this bill lies in its attempt to manage state resources effectively by utilizing the remaining unappropriated balance of the State Fund, General Revenue, which can be applied to various programs to stimulate economic activity within the state.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding SB637 appears to be generally positive, especially among proponents of economic development initiatives. Supporters view this bill as an essential mechanism for providing local resources necessary for growth and sustainability during challenging economic times. However, there may still be some concerns regarding how effectively these additional funds will be managed and if they will reach the intended programs, reflecting a cautious optimism in its support.

Contention

While the overall reception of SB637 has been favorable, some points of contention remain regarding the distribution of the appropriated funds. Critics may voice concerns about transparency and the criteria used for allocating financial resources, specifically how the fund's effectiveness will be measured and reported. The debate may center on ensuring that funds are equitably distributed to support diverse economic needs across various regions of West Virginia.

Latest WV SB637 Activity

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Companion Bills

WV HB4720

Similar To Supplementing and amending the appropriations to the Executive, Governor’s Office – Civil Contingent Fund

Previously Filed As

WV SB1003

Supplementing and amending appropriations to Governor’s Office, Civil Contingent Fund

WV HB103

Supplementing and amending appropriations to the Governor’s Office – Civil Contingent Fund

WV HB5309

Supplemental Appropriation Expiring Funds from Governor’s Office - Civil Contingent Fund and Appropriating to Governor’s Office - Civil Contingent Fund.

WV SB818

Supplemental appropriation to Executive Civil Contingent Fund, fund 0105

WV SB845

Supplemental Appropriation to Governor's Office Civil Contingent Fund, fund 0105

WV SB1004

Supplementing and amending appropriations to Governor’s Office, Posey Perry Emergency Food Bank Fund

WV HB104

Supplementing and amending appropriations to the Governor’s Office – Posey Perry Food Bank

WV HB5296

Supplemental Appropriation to the Governor’s Office - Civil Contingent Fund from the Unappropriated Surplus Balance.

WV SB1002

Supplementing and amending appropriations to DOT, Division of Highways

WV HB3510

Supplementing and amending appropriations to the Department of Homeland Security – Office of the Secretary

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