HB 2640
Changing the age requirement for State Troopers
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Bill overview
This bill proposes to raise the maximum age limit for individuals who can be appointed as State Troopers in West Virginia from 39 to 45 years old. The legislation aims to broaden the pool of potential recruits by allowing older applicants to consider a career with the State Police. It maintains existing qualifications such as good moral character and passing required examinations. The bill also includes provisions related to cadet selection, equal employment opportunity, and salary adjustments for State Police employees.
Key provisions
- Increases the maximum age requirement for appointment to the State Police from 39 to 45 years old.
- Maintains existing qualifications for State Trooper applicants, including age, moral character, and passing examinations.
- Prioritizes hiring veterans and West Virginia residents.
- Requires the superintendent to report on recruitment efforts to encourage diversity within the State Police.
- Preserves existing provisions regarding civilian employees and salary increases for State Police personnel.
Who is affected
- West Virginia State Police Troopers
- Potential State Trooper applicants
- West Virginia residents
- The West Virginia State Police Department
- State Police Employees
Notable changes
- Raises the upper age limit for State Trooper appointments.
- No changes are explicitly noted regarding current law.
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