HB 2559
Authorizing Division of Highways transfer of spending authority between appropriations
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Bill overview
This bill allows the West Virginia Division of Highways to move money within the State Road Fund’s budget to cover unexpected expenses. Specifically, the Commissioner can transfer funds between different appropriation lines within the fund’s annual budget. The Division of Highways must report annually to the Governor and the Joint Legislative Commission on these transfers, detailing the amounts moved and the reasons behind them. This change would align the Division of Highways’ spending flexibility with that of other state agencies.
Key provisions
- Authorizes the Division of Highways Commissioner to transfer spending authority within the State Road Fund.
- Allows for the movement of funds between appropriation lines within the State Road Fund.
- Requires the Division of Highways to report annually on all spending authority transfers.
- The reports must include the source and destination funds, amounts transferred, and the reasons for the transfers.
- This change aims to provide greater flexibility for the Division of Highways in managing road maintenance and construction costs.
Who is affected
- West Virginia Division of Highways
- State Road Fund
- Governor of West Virginia
- Joint Legislative Commission of the Department of Transportation Accountability
- State taxpayers
Notable changes
- Provides the Division of Highways with greater flexibility in allocating State Road Fund resources.
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Primary sponsor
Linville
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