Bill > HB3171

This bill creates the Citizen and State Accountability Act, which establishes a comprehensive framework for state and local government entities to apply for and receive grants. The bill defines "major grants" as those over $1 million and "minor grants" as those $1 million or less, and requires different levels of oversight for each. For major grants, applicants must submit a detailed 60-day analysis to the Governor and Office of Fiscal Risk Analysis and Management, including long-term cost projections, policy impacts, compliance mandates, and potential legislative changes. Minor grants require a one-week notification before submission. The Governor must provide written consent for major grants and retains the ability to prohibit the submission or acceptance of minor grants. The Office of Fiscal Risk Analysis and Management must review each grant application, produce a report within 30 days, and maintain a public database of all grant applications. Grant applicants must cooperate with the review process and provide necessary information. The bill also includes a provision repealing any laws that conflict with this new act, effectively creating a standardized process for grant applications in the state to enhance transparency and fiscal accountability.

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http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=3171&year=2025&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill