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HB 4408

To adjust the percent retained by the clerk of the county commission for funding election administration, infrastructure, and security, and other county clerk purposes

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Scot Heckert and 1 co-sponsor

West Virginia bill adjusts county clerk fund retention percentages for election administration, infrastructure, and security operations.

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Bill Summary · HB 4408

Legislative bill overview

HB 4408 proposes to modify the percentage of funds that county clerks in West Virginia can retain from collected revenues to support election administration, infrastructure maintenance, and security operations. The bill adjusts the financial allocation mechanism for county clerk offices, potentially increasing or redistributing resources for these essential functions.

Why is this important

County clerks are responsible for conducting elections, maintaining vital records, and managing courthouse facilities—functions critical to democratic governance and public services. The percentage of retained funds directly affects whether clerks have adequate resources for election security, voter services, and facility upkeep, which has become increasingly relevant given recent national concerns about election integrity and infrastructure needs.

Potential points of contention

  • Fiscal impact on counties: Changes to clerk retention percentages could affect overall county budgets and services if funds are diverted from or redirected to clerk operations
  • Election security funding: Unclear whether adjustments adequately address emerging cybersecurity and physical security needs for election equipment and polling places
  • Clerk office operations: Different counties may have vastly different needs; a uniform percentage may disadvantage rural or under-resourced jurisdictions

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

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