HB 5307
Supplemental Appropriation to the Department of Tourism- Division of Culture and History from the Unappropriated Surplus Balance.
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Bill overview
This bill uses a surplus of money from the state’s general revenue fund to provide additional funding to the Department of Tourism’s Division of Culture and History. Specifically, it adds $10 million to the department’s budget for fiscal year 2026. The funds are intended to support operations and potentially capital projects within the division. This supplemental appropriation aims to bolster the state’s cultural and historical resources.
Key provisions
- Provides $10 million in supplemental funding.
- Funds are designated for the Department of Tourism’s Division of Culture and History.
- The appropriation comes from an unappropriated surplus balance.
- The funds are allocated for fiscal year 2026.
- The appropriation is categorized under Capital Outlay, Repairs and Equipment – Surplus.
Who is affected
- Department of Tourism
- Division of Culture and History
- State of West Virginia taxpayers
Notable changes
- Adds a new line item to the Department of Tourism’s budget.
- Utilizes a surplus revenue balance for funding.
Fiscal impact
The bill allocates $10 million from the state’s general revenue surplus to the Department of Tourism’s Division of Culture and History.
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Primary sponsor
Hanshaw (Mr. Speaker)
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