HB 5299
Supplemental Appropriation to the Department of Homeland Security - Correctional Units from the Unappropriated Surplus Balance.
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- Passed House of Delegates
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill provides supplemental funding to the West Virginia Department of Homeland Security, specifically to the Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation – Correctional Units. It uses an unappropriated surplus balance from the State Fund, General Revenue to cover inmate medical expenses. The funds will be allocated to fiscal year 2026, organization 0608, fund 0450. This appropriation aims to support the operational needs of correctional facilities within the state.
Key provisions
- Provides supplemental funding to the Department of Homeland Security’s Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation.
- Uses an unappropriated surplus balance to fund the appropriation.
- Specifically targets inmate medical expenses.
- Applies to fiscal year 2026.
- Allocates funds to organization 0608.
- Utilizes fund 0450.
- Adds a new item of appropriation to the existing budget.
Who is affected
- West Virginia Department of Homeland Security
- Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation
- Inmates in West Virginia correctional facilities
Notable changes
- Adds a new line item for inmate medical expenses within the existing correctional unit budget.
Fiscal impact
The bill allocates $84,600 from the State Fund, General Revenue to inmate medical expenses.
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Primary sponsor
Hanshaw (Mr. Speaker)
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