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Rainy Day Funding Formula Changed By Legislature
The West Virginia House of Delegates passed a Senate bill Monday that makes changes to how much money is set aside into the state’s rainy day funds. For the bill to become law, the Senate must concur with an amendment.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsFederal Government Asks For $465 Million Back As Legislators Look For Fix
A surprise notification from the federal government that the state must return nearly half a billion dollars in COVID-19 funds has several major funding issues on hold. These last days of the regular session are typically when state budget issues are debated and resolved.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsHouse Finance Chair Cites Opportunity For Tax Reform Compromise
Chairman Criss said the Senate’s goal is trying to return $600 million back to the public. He said the Senate tax plan is now under House study, with some specific definitions needed.
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