West Virginia 2026 Regular Session

West Virginia House Bill HB5308

Introduced

2/6/26

Refer

2/6/26

Caption

Supplemental Appropriation to the State Board of Education - Hope Scholarship Program from Lottery Surplus.

Impact

The enactment of HB 5308 will directly increase the funding available to the State Board of Education from the Lottery Net Profits. This funding is crucial for educational programs and potentially for scholarships as referenced in the bill. By accessing these unallocated funds, the state aims to enhance financial resources for education, which may lead to improved educational outcomes and opportunities for students across West Virginia.

Summary

House Bill 5308 is a supplemental appropriations bill designed to allocate additional public funds for the fiscal year 2026. Specifically, it aims to amend and supplement the appropriations of unappropriated surplus funds from the State Fund, notably focusing on the Lottery Net Profits. The bill includes a new line item for the State Board of Education, indicating a targeted approach to fund educational initiatives using surplus lottery revenues.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding HB 5308 appears to be generally positive, especially among education advocates who welcome increased funding for educational programs. Supporters perceive this bill as a necessary and proactive measure to utilize available state resources effectively. However, there may be concerns from fiscal conservatives who prioritize stringent budget controls, leading to caution over additional appropriations without comprehensive fiscal oversight.

Contention

Notable points of contention may emerge regarding the transparency and allocation process of the appropriated funds. Critiques may arise focused on whether the additional expenditures adequately address the critical needs of the education sector or if they represent a short-term solution to long-standing budgetary constraints. There could also be discussions about the sustainability of funding from Lottery Net Profits and its long-term impact on the state budget.

Latest WV HB5308 Activity

View All Events: WV 2026 Regular Session HB5308

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

WV HB3357

Supplemental Appropriation - Lottery Surplus - Hope Scholarship

WV HB3356

Supplemental Appropriation - Education - Hope Scholarship

WV SB773

Adding new item of appropriation to State Board of Education

WV SB771

Supplemental appropriation to State Board of Education

WV SB786

Supplemental appropriation to State Board of Education, State Department of Education

WV HB105

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

WV HB3369

Supplemental Appropriation - Education - Enrollment

WV HB106

Making a supplementary appropriation to the Department of Human Services, Bureau for Medical Services – Policy and Programming and State Board of Education – State Department of Education

WV SB1005

Supplementing and amending appropriations to Department of Education, BOE

WV SB1006

Making supplementary appropriation to Bureau for Medical Services, Policy and Programming, and to BOE

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