WV HB3172

Authorizes the Secretary of State to refer potential election fraud cases to the Attorney General for prosecution if the county prosecuting attorney declines to prosecute after a 60-day review period

Maintains the Secretary of State's existing authority to investigate election law administration, frauds, and irregularities in registrations or elections

Preserves the Secretary of State's power to issue subpoenas, administer oaths, and compel production of election-related records and evidence

Makes technical language changes throughout the statute, replacing phrases like "shall have authority to" with "may" for cleaner statutory construction