Bill > HB5171

This bill updates the salary schedules for elected county officials and county commissioners in West Virginia, establishing new salary levels that will take effect on July 1, 2026, in addition to the previously established increases for July 1, 2014, and July 1, 2022. The bill outlines specific salary amounts for different classes of counties for county commissioners and other elected officials, including sheriffs, county clerks, circuit clerks, assessors, and prosecuting attorneys. Before these increased salaries can be paid, the county's Auditor must certify that the county's fiscal condition is sufficient to cover the salary increases and related employment taxes, with certain restrictions on anticipated receipts. Additionally, elected officials who wish to receive the increased salary must file a written request for the raise. The bill also specifies that certain officials in higher-class counties must devote full time to their public duties.

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