HB 4144
To require the state to pay all state employees a $500 Holiday Bonus (Christmas) if state surplus revenues exceed 100$ million annually
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- Passed House of Delegates
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill proposes to provide a $500 holiday bonus to eligible West Virginia state employees if the state’s annual surplus revenue surpasses $100 million. The bonus would be in addition to regular salary increases. Eligibility for the bonus is tied to a minimum of three years of state employment service. The bill aims to reward state employees with a financial bonus based on the state’s financial performance.
Key provisions
- Eligible state employees with three or more years of service will receive a $500 bonus.
- The bonus is contingent upon the state having a surplus revenue exceeding $100 million annually.
- The bonus is supplemental to existing salary increases.
- The bill establishes a new section in the West Virginia Code regarding this bonus.
- The bonus is available if funds are available.
Who is affected
- West Virginia State Employees
Fiscal impact
The fiscal impact of this bill depends on the amount of state surplus revenue exceeding $100 million annually.
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