West Virginia 2024 2nd Special Session

West Virginia Senate Bill SB2034

Introduced

10/7/24

Engrossed

10/7/24

Enrolled

10/8/24

Passed

10/10/24

Chaptered

10/29/24

Caption

Supplementing and amending appropriations to Department of Homeland Security, WV State Police

Impact

The passage of SB2034 facilitates enhanced financial support for law enforcement in West Virginia, allowing the West Virginia State Police to address pressing public safety needs through capital outlay, repairs, and equipment purchases. This move is expected to improve operational capabilities, ensuring that law enforcement can effectively respond to various challenges within the community. By increasing the budget specifically designated for the State Police, the bill aims to bolster law enforcement readiness and effectiveness.

Summary

Senate Bill 2034 is a financial appropriation bill aimed at supplementing and amending the appropriations of public funds for the fiscal year 2025. Specifically, it allocates additional resources to the Department of Homeland Security for the West Virginia State Police. The bill is structured as an amendment to existing appropriations from the State Fund, General Revenue, using an unappropriated surplus balance to ensure adequate funding for public safety initiatives.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding SB2034 appears to be overwhelmingly positive, as evidenced by the bill's passage with an impressive tally of 94 yeas and no nays during the voting process. This strong support indicates a consensus among legislators on the necessity of enhancing public safety funding, highlighting a collective commitment to supporting law enforcement agencies in the state. Clearly, there is broad recognition of the critical role that adequate police funding plays in maintaining community safety and order.

Contention

While there were no recorded votes against SB2034, notable discussions may have occurred regarding the allocation of the surplus funds and the prioritization of appropriations for law enforcement. Opposition could stem from concerns over the balance of funding between various departments or the potential long-term implications of such funding decisions on state budget constraints. However, in this instance, the absence of dissent during the voting suggests that any such contentions did not significantly impact the decision-making process.

Latest WV SB2034 Activity

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Companion Bills

WV HB238

Similar To Supplementing and amending appropriations to the Department of Homeland Security, West Virginia State Police

Previously Filed As

WV SB1005

Supplementing and amending appropriations to Department of Education, BOE

WV SB1008

Supplementing and amending appropriations to Department of Veterans’ Assistance

WV HB108

Supplementing and amending appropriations to the Department of Veterans’ Assistance

WV HB105

Supplementing and amending appropriations to the Department of Education, State Board of Education – State Department of Education

WV SB1001

Supplementing and amending appropriations to Department of Health and Department of Human Services

WV HB102

Supplementing and amending appropriations to the Department of Transportation, Division of Highways

WV HB101

Supplementing and amending appropriations to the Department of Health and Department of Human Services

WV SB1007

Supplementing and amending appropriations to Higher Education Policy Commission, Control Account

WV SB1002

Supplementing and amending appropriations to DOT, Division of Highways

WV SB1003

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

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