The proposed bill introduces the "Non-Profit Transparency and Accountability Act" to the Code of West Virginia, establishing new requirements for nonprofit organizations that receive public funding. It mandates that these organizations must comply with Freedom of Information Act requests, treating them as public bodies in terms of transparency and accountability. The bill outlines legislative findings that emphasize the importance of public confidence in nonprofit management and the necessity for oversight of public funds.

Additionally, the bill requires that nonprofit entities receiving public funds enroll in Open Checkbooks, further enhancing transparency in their financial operations. This legislation aims to ensure that nonprofits operate with the same level of accountability as public entities, thereby fostering trust and integrity in the management of public resources.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 31E-17-1701, 31E-17-1702, 31E-17-1703