The bill amends the Code of West Virginia, specifically section 7-14-17a, to increase the amount of vacation time that deputy sheriffs can carry forward from one calendar year to the next. Previously, deputies were allowed to carry forward a minimum of 45 days of accrued vacation time, but the new legislation permits county commissions to allow up to a maximum of 60 days at their discretion.

The bill outlines the accrual rates for vacation time based on the length of service for deputy sheriffs, with specific rates for those with less than five years, five to ten years, ten to fifteen years, and fifteen or more years of service. Additionally, it stipulates that deputies must work more than half of the normal working hours in a month to qualify for vacation time for that month. The changes are set to take effect 90 days after passage, on June 12, 2026.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 7-14-17a
Engrossed Version: 7-14-17a
Enrolled Version: 7-14-17a