SB587

Adjusting salary schedule for elected county officials

Complete·3/14/26

Adjusts salary schedules for West Virginia county officials, effective July 1, 2014, 2022, and 2026.

West Virginia SB587 amends the salary schedules for elected county officials, setting new pay rates for various positions such as county commissioners, sheriffs, and assessors. The bill specifies different salary brackets based on the class of the county and the position, with increases scheduled for July 1, 2014, July 1, 2022, and July 1, 2026. The salary increase is contingent upon the State Auditor certifying that the county's fiscal condition allows for the payment of the increased salaries and related employment taxes.

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Sponsors

0
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

34 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Mar 11

9:00 AM

Standing Committee on Finance Meeting

Mar 10

9:00 AM

Standing Committee on Finance Meeting

History

Apr 2

Senate

Became law 4/2/2026

Mar 19

Senate

To Governor 3/19/2026

Mar 14

Senate

House Message received