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HB 5689

Supplemental appropriation, Department of Homeland Security

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Vernon Criss and 2 co-sponsors

West Virginia supplemental appropriation bill allocating additional funds to Department of Homeland Security; passed Senate, awaiting House consideration.

Approved by Governor 3/19/2026
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Bill Summary · HB 5689

Legislative bill overview

HB 5689 is a supplemental appropriation bill that allocates additional funding to West Virginia's Department of Homeland Security beyond what was originally budgeted. The bill has passed the Senate and is currently in the House for consideration. The specific amount and intended use of these funds are not detailed in the available legislative actions.

Why is this important

Supplemental appropriations typically address urgent or unexpected needs that arose after the initial budget was adopted. For a homeland security agency, this could relate to emergency response capabilities, equipment purchases, personnel, or disaster preparedness—all of which directly affect public safety and emergency management capacity.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of transparency: Without knowing the specific dollar amount and detailed purpose of the supplemental funding, lawmakers and the public cannot fully evaluate whether the expenditure is necessary or justified
  • Budget process concerns: Frequent supplemental appropriations may indicate inadequate initial budgeting processes or poor fiscal planning
  • Competing priorities: Legislators may question whether homeland security funding should take precedence over other state needs, particularly if the state budget is constrained

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

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