HB 4004
Creating the Recharge West Virginia Program
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- Passed House of Delegates
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill creates the Recharge West Virginia Program, designed to encourage West Virginia employers to invest in upskilling their employees. The program will reimburse employers for a portion of the costs associated with training, with the goal of increasing employee wages and skills. The Division of Economic Development will administer the program, establishing criteria for eligibility and reimbursement amounts, and employers must meet specific requirements to qualify for funding.
Key provisions
- Establishes the Recharge West Virginia Program to reimburse employers for upskilling training costs.
- Defines eligibility criteria for employees, including residency and employment history.
- Sets minimum wage increases (25% above base wage and above the state average) required for reimbursement.
- Limits reimbursement amounts per employee ($10,000) and per employer ($50,000 annually).
- Requires employers to provide detailed application information, including training plans and wage documentation.
- Prohibits duplicate reimbursement between this program and the Guaranteed Work Force Program.
- Establishes rules for evaluating applications and awarding preliminary reimbursement amounts.
- Requires employers to retain records related to training and employee wages for five years.
Who is affected
- Employers in West Virginia
- Employees of qualifying West Virginia employers
- The Division of Economic Development
- The State of West Virginia
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