HB 5284
Supplemental Appropriation to the Department of Human Services-Adoption, Foster Care, and Adult Services from the Unappropriated Surplus Balance
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Bill overview
This bill provides supplemental appropriations from the state’s unappropriated surplus balance to three divisions within the Department of Human Services: Adoption, Foster Care, and Adult Services. Specifically, it adds funds to existing accounts within fiscal year 2026 to support operations and programs within these areas. The bill aims to provide additional resources to these critical social services.
Key provisions
- Provides supplemental funding to the Department of Human Services – Adoption fund (0488).
- Provides supplemental funding to the Department of Human Services – Foster Care fund (0489).
- Provides supplemental funding to the Department of Human Services – Adult Services fund (0492).
- The appropriations are drawn from the unappropriated surplus balance of the State Fund, General Revenue.
- The total appropriations amount to $7,767,412 for Adoption, $19,689,498 for Foster Care, and $1,000,000 for Adult Services.
- The bill supplements existing appropriations for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026.
- The Governor submitted the Executive Budget Document outlining the available surplus balance.
- The bill is based on the State Fund, General Revenue, as of July 1, 2025.
Who is affected
- Department of Human Services
- Adoption Services Recipients
- Foster Care Recipients
- Adult Services Recipients
- State of West Virginia Residents
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Primary sponsor
Hanshaw (Mr. Speaker)
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