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HB 5168·WV·house

To increase funding for EMS first responders.

Signed into LawFiled Feb 4, 2026
Sponsor: Joe Statler (R)
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Chapter 267, Acts, Regular Session, 2026

Jun 29, 2026

Summary

The bill sets up two new state‑run emergency medical services funds and directs a portion of the state lottery’s net profits to support EMS salaries, crisis response, mental‑health treatment, and county and statewide EMS operations. It also makes certified microgrid districts and high‑impact data centers responsible for paying local fire, ambulance, police and other service fees while receiving those protections. The changes are meant to give EMS responders more reliable money and to ensure new energy and data projects contribute to local emergency services.

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