West Virginia 2024 Regular Session

West Virginia Senate Bill SB707

Introduced

2/7/24

Refer

2/7/24

Report Pass

2/15/24

Engrossed

2/20/24

Refer

2/21/24

Enrolled

3/4/24

Passed

3/14/24

Chaptered

4/23/24

Caption

Supplementing and amending appropriations to Department of Commerce, Division of Natural Resources

Impact

The passage of SB707 is expected to enhance the funding available for managing wildlife and natural resources across West Virginia. This supplementary appropriation is crucial for maintaining programs that support wildlife habitats, conservation efforts, and public recreational access to natural resources. The increased funding will help the Division of Natural Resources to better fulfill its mandates, particularly in wildlife management and environmental protection.

Summary

Senate Bill 707 aims to supplement and amend appropriations for the Department of Commerce, specifically focusing on the Division of Natural Resources' License Fund for Wildlife Resources and the Nongame Fund for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024. The bill addresses existing budgetary needs within the state's wildlife management and conservation efforts, ensuring that necessary financial resources are available to support these initiatives.

Sentiment

The sentiment around SB707 appeared generally positive, with strong support from legislators, as indicated by the vote record of 96 yeas to just 1 nay. Supporters likely view the bill as a necessary investment in the state’s natural heritage and as a commitment to preserving and enhancing West Virginia's diverse wildlife and ecosystems.

Contention

While the bill passed with overwhelming support, some points of contention may arise from concerns about how the funds will be allocated and the effectiveness of existing programs managed by the Division of Natural Resources. Critics might argue for greater transparency or accountability in the use of these enhanced appropriations to ensure they directly benefit wildlife conservation efforts rather than administrative overhead.

Latest WV SB707 Activity

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Companion Bills

WV HB5477

Similar To Making supplemental appropriations to the Division of Natural Resources

Previously Filed As

WV HB5317

Supplemental Appropriation to the Department of Commerce - Division of Natural Resources from the Unappropriated Surplus Balance.

WV HB102

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

WV SB1002

Supplementing and amending appropriations to DOT, Division of Highways

WV HB3511

Supplementing and amending appropriations to the Department of Arts, Culture, and History, Division of Culture and History

WV SB826

Supplementary appropriation to Division of Natural Resources, fund 3211

WV SB935

Supplementing and amending appropriations to Department of Homeland Security

WV SB1005

Supplementing and amending appropriations to Department of Education, BOE

WV SB1001

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

WV SB936

Supplementing and amending appropriations to Department of Arts, Culture, and History

WV HB101

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

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