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HB 5613

Relating to authorizing the Fleet Management Division to use telematics

2026 Regular Session

West Virginia authorizes Fleet Management Division to deploy vehicle telematics for tracking, diagnostics, and efficiency monitoring across state-owned fleet operations.

Chapter 169, Acts, Regular Session, 2026
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Bill Summary · HB 5613

Legislative bill overview

HB 5613 authorizes West Virginia's Fleet Management Division to implement telematics systems—technology that tracks vehicle location, diagnostics, fuel consumption, and driver behavior—across the state's vehicle fleet. The bill enables real-time monitoring and data collection from government-owned vehicles to improve operational efficiency and maintenance.

Why is this important

Fleet telematics can reduce fuel costs, decrease maintenance expenses, and extend vehicle lifespans through predictive maintenance. For a state managing hundreds of vehicles, these technologies typically generate measurable savings. However, the implementation raises questions about data oversight, employee monitoring scope, and long-term fiscal commitments for system infrastructure.

Potential points of contention

  • Employee privacy concerns: Real-time vehicle tracking could enable monitoring of employee locations and driving patterns during both work and personal time, raising questions about surveillance scope and data privacy
  • Data security and liability: Telematics systems create databases of vehicle and operational data; unclear specifications on cybersecurity standards, data breach liability, and public record access could create vulnerability
  • Implementation costs: The bill authorizes use but may not specify funding; ongoing subscription fees, hardware installation, training, and system maintenance could strain budgets if not clearly budgeted

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

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