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WV HB5549

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/16/2026

Primary Sponsor

Laura Kimble

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates the "Citizen and State Accountability Act" requiring Governor's consent before state or local governments can apply for federal grants over $1 million ("major grants")
  • Requires major grant applicants to submit a written analysis to the Governor and Office of Fiscal Risk Analysis and Management at least 60 days before applying, including a 10-year cost-benefit projection and assessment of policy impacts
  • Defines "minor grants" as $1 million or less, requiring only one week's notice to the Governor before submission, with the Governor retaining authority to prohibit any minor grant application or acceptance
  • Mandates the Office of Fiscal Risk Analysis and Management to report on each major grant within 30 days and maintain a public database of all funded grant applications
  • Applies to all state and local government entities including counties, municipalities, school districts, and special districts

Legislative Description

Requiring Governor’s consent to accept certain grants

Finance and Administration

Last Action

To House Government Organization

2/16/2026

Committee Referrals

Government Organization2/16/2026

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