HB 3469
Providing for a $3,000 raise for state troopers
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- Passed House of Delegates
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill proposes a $3,000 annual salary increase for members of the West Virginia State Police who are assigned and serving in field duty, starting July 1, 2025. The increase is intended to recognize the unique duties of these officers. The bill also outlines salary schedules and establishes provisions for length-of-service increases and supplemental pay for overtime hours. Finally, it includes bond requirements and provisions for leave time for members serving in the National Guard or reserve components.
Key provisions
- Provides a $3,000 annual salary increase for field duty state troopers.
- Establishes salary schedules based on rank and years of service.
- Includes provisions for annual salary increases based on length of service.
- Allows for supplemental pay for overtime hours worked.
- Requires members to execute a bond with the state.
- Grants leave time for members serving in the National Guard or reserve components.
- Excludes state troopers from state wage and hour laws.
- Defines procedures for promotion and reclassification within the state police.
Who is affected
- West Virginia State Troopers
- State Police Personnel
- Law Enforcement Officers
- State Government Employees
- Taxpayers (due to fiscal impact)
Notable changes
- Introduces a specific salary increase for field duty troopers.
- Clarifies the exclusion of state troopers from state wage and hour laws.
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