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HB 5230

Modifying retirement and disability benefits for dependents of State Police

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Jeff Campbell and 7 co-sponsors

HB 5230 modifies West Virginia State Police officer dependent retirement and disability benefit calculations, pending Finance Committee review of specific changes.

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Bill Summary · HB 5230

Legislative bill overview

HB 5230 modifies how retirement and disability benefits are calculated and distributed to dependents of West Virginia State Police officers. The bill has been introduced and referred to the House Finance Committee but specific benefit modifications are not yet publicly detailed in available records.

Why is this important

State Police retirement and disability benefits directly affect the financial security of officers' families, particularly in cases of line-of-duty injury or death. Changes to dependent benefits can significantly impact household income for surviving spouses and children who depend on these payments.

Potential points of contention

  • Fiscal impact on state budget: Modifications could either increase or decrease state pension liabilities, affecting overall budget allocations
  • Benefit adequacy for dependents: Changes might reduce survivor benefits, creating concerns about whether families receive sufficient support after an officer's death or disability
  • Equity considerations: The bill may alter formulas differently for different classes of dependents (spouses vs. children, or based on years of service), raising fairness questions

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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