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HB 2468

To abolish the Department of Economic Development and the cabinet board position

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Chris Anders and 6 co-sponsors

House Bill 2468 abolishes West Virginia's Department of Economic Development, impacting state operations and potentially displacing employees and affecting local businesses.

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Bill Summary · HB 2468

Summary of House Bill 2468

Bill Number: HB 2468
Title: To Abolish the Department of Economic Development and the Cabinet Board Position
Status: To House Government Organization
Introduced: February 17, 2025
Classification: Bill
Subject: Economic Development

Purpose and Intent

House Bill 2468 aims to repeal the existing legislative framework that establishes the Department of Economic Development in West Virginia. The bill seeks to eliminate the department and its associated cabinet board position, effectively dissolving the state’s current structure for managing economic development initiatives.

Key Provisions

The bill proposes the repeal of multiple sections of the West Virginia Code, specifically:

  • Sections Affected:
    • §5B-2-1 through §5B-2-21
  • Content of Repealed Sections:
    • These sections outline the creation, structure, and responsibilities of the Department of Economic Development, including its governance and operational mandates.

Specific Changes

  • Abolition of the Department: The bill will remove all statutory references to the Department of Economic Development, thereby ceasing its operations and functions.
  • Dissolution of the Cabinet Board Position: The bill also eliminates the cabinet-level position associated with the department, which may impact leadership roles within the state’s economic development strategy.

Impact

Who Would Be Affected?

  • State Government: The repeal will directly affect state government operations, particularly those involved in economic planning and development.
  • Businesses and Economic Stakeholders: Local businesses and economic stakeholders who rely on the department for support, resources, and guidance may experience changes in how economic development initiatives are managed.
  • Employees of the Department: Current employees of the Department of Economic Development may face job displacement or reassignment as the department is dissolved.

Procedural Aspects

  • Legislative Timeline:
    • February 17, 2025: The bill was filed for introduction and referred to the House Committee on Government Organization on the same day.

This bill represents a significant shift in West Virginia's approach to economic development, and its passage could lead to a re-evaluation of how the state supports and promotes economic growth. Stakeholders may want to monitor the bill's progress through the legislative process for potential implications on economic policy and support systems.

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

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