SB 875
Supplemental appropriation to Department of Commerce, fund 8703
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Bill overview
Senate Bill 875 seeks to provide additional funding to the West Virginia Department of Commerce, specifically to the Division of Forestry. The bill uses unappropriated federal funds to supplement existing appropriations for fiscal year 2026. This supplemental appropriation increases funding for personal services and current expenses within the designated account. The goal is to support the Division of Forestry’s operations during the specified fiscal year.
Key provisions
- Increases personal services and employee benefits by $250,000.
- Increases current expenses by $500,000.
- Utilizes unappropriated federal funds.
- Applies to the Department of Commerce, Division of Forestry.
- Specifically targets fund 8703, fiscal year 2026, organization 0305.
- Amends existing appropriations for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026.
Who is affected
- West Virginia Department of Commerce
- Division of Forestry
- Federal Government (through federal funds)
- State taxpayers
Notable changes
- Increases funding levels for the Division of Forestry.
- Utilizes a supplemental appropriation process.
Fiscal impact
The bill increases appropriations by $750,000 within fund 8703.
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Primary sponsor
Smith (Mr. President)
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