West VirginiaSB 8772026 Regular SessionSenate

Supplemental appropriation to Department of Commerce, fund 0256

Sponsored By: Randy E. Smith (Republican)

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Bill Overview

Analyzed Economic Effects

1 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.

West Virginia adds $40 million for development

For fiscal year 2026, the law adds $40 million for West Virginia’s Division of Economic Development. The money comes from the state’s general revenue surplus that has not already been set aside. The full amount must go to the Economic Development Promotion and Closing Fund. The law does not specify how that fund will spend the money or provide direct household payments.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsor

Randy E. Smith
Republican • Senate

Cosponsors

Mike Woelfel
Democratic • Senate

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 68 • No: 0

Senate vote • 3/10/2026

Passed Senate (Roll No. 390)

Yes: 34 • No: 0

Senate vote • 3/10/2026

Effective from passage (Roll No. 391)