HB 5293
Supplemental Appropriation to the Department of Human Services - Community Mental Health Services from Federal Block Grants.
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- Passed House of Delegates
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill provides a supplemental appropriation from federal funds to the Department of Human Services – Community Mental Health Services in West Virginia. Specifically, it adjusts existing appropriations within the Community Mental Health Services Fund 8794 for fiscal year 2026. The bill decreases funding previously allocated for the Federal Coronavirus Pandemic and increases funding for Personal Services and Employee Benefits. This adjustment is authorized by the Governor’s availability of federal funds for expenditure.
Key provisions
- Decreases funding previously allocated for the Federal Coronavirus Pandemic.
- Increases funding for Personal Services and Employee Benefits within the Community Mental Health Services Fund.
- Supplemental appropriation to the Department of Human Services – Community Mental Health Services.
- Funds are designated for fiscal year 2026.
- Utilizes federal block grant funds.
- Amends existing appropriation items.
- Fund 8794, organization 0511 is affected.
Who is affected
- Department of Human Services
- Community Mental Health Services
- West Virginia Residents receiving mental health services
Notable changes
- Shifts funds between different categories within the Community Mental Health Services Fund.
- Utilizes federal block grant funding to supplement state appropriations.
Fiscal impact
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Primary sponsor
Hanshaw (Mr. Speaker)
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