Delegates Discuss Process For Creating State Budget

Delegates Discuss Process For Creating State Budget

Author: West Virginia Public Broadcasting February 7, 2026 Duration: 0:00
While the West Virginia Legislature may consider hundreds of bills during the 60-day session, there is only one thing they are required by the state constitution to do and that is to pass a balanced budget. The state is not allowed to operate in a deficit. News Director Eric Douglas spoke with House Finance Committee Chair Vernon Criss, R-Wood, and Minority Chair of House Finance Del. John Williams, D-Monongalia, to discuss the process for creating the state budget. ...

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