SB 91
Prohibiting spending authority for money used by board or commission that retains labor position
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Bill overview
Senate Bill 91 aims to prevent boards and commissions in West Virginia from spending public funds if they continue to include representatives from organized labor. The bill would nullify existing provisions requiring labor representation on these bodies, mandating instead the appointment of non-affiliated ‘lay’ individuals. Spending authority for these boards and commissions would be suspended until they comply with this new requirement, starting July 1, 2026. This change seeks to ensure greater transparency and impartiality in the allocation of public resources.
Key provisions
- Requires boards and commissions to appoint non-affiliated ‘lay’ individuals instead of labor representatives.
- Nullifies existing code provisions requiring labor representation on boards and commissions.
- Suspends spending authority for boards and commissions until they comply with the new appointment requirements.
- The changes take effect on July 1, 2026.
Who is affected
- Boards and Commissions in West Virginia
- Organized Labor
- State Government
- Taxpayers
Notable changes
- Eliminates the requirement for labor representation on boards and commissions.
- Introduces a requirement for non-affiliated appointments.
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