West VirginiaSB 8302026 Regular SessionSenateWALLET

Supplemental Appropriation to Department of Human Services, fund 0488

Sponsored By: Randy E. Smith (Republican)

Signed by Governor

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Bill Overview

Analyzed Economic Effects

2 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.

More funding for adoption and foster care

The law adds $7.767 million for adoption services for FY 2026. It adds $19.689 million for foster care for FY 2026. The money comes from the state’s unappropriated General Revenue surplus. This boosts resources for adoptive families, foster families, and children. Funds apply to the year ending June 30, 2026.

More funding for adult social services

The law adds $1.0 million for adult social services for FY 2026. The money comes from the state’s unappropriated General Revenue surplus. It increases support for seniors, people with disabilities, and caregivers who use these services. Funds apply to the year ending June 30, 2026.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsor

Randy E. Smith
Republican • Senate

Cosponsors

Mike Woelfel
Democratic • Senate

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 245 • No: 0

House vote • 3/13/2026

Effective from passage (Roll No. 577)

Yes: 91 • No: 0

House vote • 3/13/2026

Passed House (Roll No. 576)

Yes: 86 • No: 0

Senate vote • 3/11/2026

Passed Senate (Roll No. 439)

Yes: 34 • No: 0