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Introduced
01/21/2026
01/21/2026
In Committee
02/20/2026
02/20/2026
Crossed Over
02/19/2026
02/19/2026
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
A BILL to amend and reenact §52-1-17 and §52-2-13 of the Code of West Virginia, 1931, as amended, relating to phasing in an increase in the daily rate of juror pay.
AI Summary
This bill proposes to increase the daily pay for jurors in West Virginia, phasing in the changes over two years. Starting July 1, 2026, both regular jurors and grand jurors will see their daily reimbursement rate for expenses increase from a range of $15-$40 to $25-$70, with the specific amount set by the circuit court or chief judge. Additionally, effective July 1, 2027, this rate will further increase to a range of $40-$100. The bill also clarifies that jurors will continue to be reimbursed for mileage at the rate set by the state's Department of Administration.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (15)
Bill Hamilton (R)*,
Mike Azinger (R),
Trenton Barnhart (R),
Vince Deeds (R),
Scott Fuller (R),
Joseph Garcia (D),
Robert Morris (R),
Mike Oliverio (R),
Rupie Phillips (R),
Ben Queen (R),
Tom Takubo (R),
Darren Thorne (R),
Ryan Weld (R),
Mike Woelfel (D),
Jack Woodrum (R),
Last Action
To House Finance (on 02/20/2026)
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