SB825 provides a supplementary appropriation to the Department of Administration for Public Defender Services in West Virginia for fiscal year 2026.

SB825 allocates additional funds to the Department of Administration for Public Defender Services in West Virginia for fiscal year 2026. The bill specifically adds appropriations for Public Defender Corporations and Appointed Counsel Fees, totaling $17,600,000. This funding is sourced from the unappropriated surplus balance in the State Fund, General Revenue. The bill aims to ensure adequate financial support for public defender services throughout the fiscal year.

SB825 provides a supplementary appropriation to the Department of Administration for Public Defender Services in West Virginia for fiscal year 2026.

SB825 allocates additional funds to the Department of Administration for Public Defender Services in West Virginia for fiscal year 2026. The bill specifically adds appropriations for Public Defender Corporations and Appointed Counsel Fees, totaling $17,600,000. This funding is sourced from the unappropriated surplus balance in the State Fund, General Revenue. The bill aims to ensure adequate financial support for public defender services throughout the fiscal year.