SB 908
Relating to flexibility in setting lottery director's salary
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Bill overview
This bill changes how the salary of the West Virginia Lottery Director is determined. Currently, the director’s salary is fixed, but this bill allows the Governor to adjust the salary annually, based on the lottery’s budget. The bill also clarifies that the director’s salary can be set in the initial appointment letter and subsequently changed. It maintains requirements for the director’s qualifications and background.
Key provisions
- Allows the Governor to adjust the lottery director’s annual salary.
- Salary adjustments are subject to the lottery’s current budget allocation.
- The director’s salary is initially set in the appointment letter.
- The director must be a U.S. citizen and resident of West Virginia within 90 days of appointment.
- The director cannot hold political office while serving.
- The director and executive secretary are ineligible for civil service coverage.
- Requires a background investigation and bond before taking office.
Who is affected
- West Virginia Lottery Director
- Governor of West Virginia
- West Virginia Lottery Commission
- State Budget Office
- State Lottery Players
Notable changes
- Changes the fixed salary structure for the Lottery Director.
- Provides the Governor with greater flexibility in setting the director’s compensation.
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