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WV HB2615
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/19/2025
Primary Sponsor
Elliott Pritt
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AI Summary
- Extends the reinstatement eligibility window for former deputy sheriffs from two years to five years after resignation
- Applies to deputies who served more than six months before resigning and wish to return without taking a competitive examination
- Reinstated deputies must still meet existing requirements: no pending misconduct charges, residency in the same county as original appointment, and completion of medical and psychological examinations
- Reinstated deputies would be ranked lowest in the sheriff's office above probationers
Legislative Description
To extend the timeline for which Deputy Sheriffs who have separated from their departments to apply for reinstatement from 2 years to 5 years.
State Personnel
Last Action
To House Investments
2/20/2025
Committee Referrals
Investments2/20/2025
Finance2/19/2025
Full Bill Text
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