This bill proposes an amendment to the Code of West Virginia, specifically targeting the compensation of sheriffs. It introduces a new provision that stipulates that, effective after July 1, 2025, any serving sheriff with prior law enforcement experience in West Virginia or its political subdivisions will receive an additional $1,000 in salary for each year of such experience. This amendment aims to recognize and reward the experience of sheriffs, thereby potentially enhancing the appeal of the position and acknowledging the value of prior law enforcement service.

The bill also reaffirms existing salary structures for county commissioners and other elected officials, which have been previously established and adjusted in prior years. It maintains the requirement for the Auditor to certify the fiscal condition of the county before any salary increases can be implemented, ensuring that increases are financially sustainable. Overall, the bill seeks to enhance the compensation framework for sheriffs while ensuring fiscal responsibility within county budgets.

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Introduced Version: 7-7-4