The bill, passed on April 12, 2025, amends the appropriations of public funds from the unappropriated surplus balance in the State Fund, Lottery Net Profits. It specifically adds a new item of appropriation for the State Board of Education, fund 3951, organization 0402, for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. The new appropriation is designated for the Hope Scholarship Program, with a total allocation of $33,804,764 sourced from lottery surplus funds.

This legislative action follows the Governor's submission of the Executive Budget Document, which indicated an available unappropriated surplus balance in the State Treasury for the fiscal year 2025. The bill aims to ensure that these funds are allocated effectively to support educational initiatives, particularly the Hope Scholarship Program, thereby enhancing educational opportunities for students in West Virginia.