West Virginia 2024 Regular Session

West Virginia Senate Bill SB833

Introduced

2/16/24

Refer

2/16/24

Caption

Supplementing and amending appropriations to Division of Culture and History

Impact

The passage of SB833 is significant as it directly influences the financial resources available to the Division of Culture and History, potentially allowing for enhanced support for various artistic and cultural projects within the state. By supplementing the existing budget, the bill aims to ensure that the division can adequately fulfill its mission related to advancing arts and culture in West Virginia. This funding can contribute to the preservation of cultural heritage, support various cultural programs, and bolster initiatives that promote public engagement with the arts.

Summary

Senate Bill 833 aims to supplement and amend the appropriations for the Division of Culture and History in West Virginia, specifically targeting funds for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024. The bill states that there exists an unappropriated surplus balance in the State Fund, General Revenue, which can be allocated to this purpose. The bill seeks to add a new item of appropriation to ensure that the Division of Culture and History receives necessary funding to support its operations and initiatives.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding SB833 appears to be generally supportive, particularly among stakeholders invested in the arts and culture sectors. Proponents of the bill are likely to view this supplemental funding favorably, as it reflects a commitment from the state to invest in and promote cultural initiatives. However, there may also be concerns from budgetary watchdogs regarding the use of surplus funds and the long-term sustainability of increased appropriations for such divisions.

Contention

While there may not be significant points of contention publicly noted in the discussions surrounding SB833, the fundamental debate may center on the allocation of state funds, especially during times of financial scrutiny. Some legislators may question the prioritization of arts and culture funding over other pressing state needs. Additionally, the critics of increased appropriations might call for a more comprehensive approach to budgeting that assesses all departmental funding requests in the context of economic constraints.

Latest WV SB833 Activity

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Companion Bills

WV HB5462

Similar To Supplementing and amending the approriations to the Division of Culture and History

Previously Filed As

WV HB3511

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

WV SB936

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

WV HB3522

Supplemental Appropriation to Arts, Culture and History.

WV SB770

Supplemental appropriation to Department of Art, Culture, and History

WV SB1002

Supplementing and amending appropriations to DOT, Division of Highways

WV HB102

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

WV HB5307

Supplemental Appropriation to the Department of Tourism- Division of Culture and History from the Unappropriated Surplus Balance.

WV SB1001

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

WV HB101

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

WV SB935

Supplementing and amending appropriations to Department of Homeland Security

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