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HB 5313

Supplemental Appropriation to the Department of Administration - Office of the Secretary from the Unappropriated Surplus Balance.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Roger Hanshaw and 1 co-sponsor

West Virginia bill allocates unappropriated surplus funds as supplemental appropriation to the Department of Administration's Office of the Secretary.

On 2nd reading, House Calendar
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Bill Summary · HB 5313

Legislative bill overview

HB 5313 is a supplemental appropriations bill that allocates additional funds from West Virginia's unappropriated surplus balance to the Department of Administration's Office of the Secretary. The bill is in early legislative stages and has not yet specified the exact dollar amount or intended use of these funds based on available action records.

Why is this important

Supplemental appropriations allow states to address unexpected needs or opportunities without waiting for regular budget cycles. This funding could support administrative operations, staffing, technology upgrades, or other departmental priorities, though the specific purpose affects how broadly this impacts state government effectiveness.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of transparency in available records – The specific amount and stated purpose of the supplemental funds are not detailed in the legislative actions provided, making it difficult to assess whether the allocation is justified
  • Unappropriated surplus allocation – Some taxpayers and fiscal conservatives may question whether surplus funds should be spent or returned as tax relief
  • Department scope ambiguity – The Office of the Secretary's role and current budget needs are not outlined, leaving questions about whether additional funds address genuine gaps or represent unnecessary spending

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

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