West Virginia Legislature Pushes Small Business Growth Act

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The West Virginia legislature is back in session this week, with the Small Business Growth Act as a major focus. The bill, which passed the House of Delegates on Friday, is aimed at closing funding gaps for small businesses in the state. The legislature is now in the second half of its 87th session, with the final day to introduce new bills coming on Tuesday. The 60-day regular session is scheduled to end at midnight on March 14.

Why it matters

Small businesses are the backbone of West Virginia's economy, but many face challenges accessing the capital and resources they need to grow and thrive. The Small Business Growth Act is an effort by state lawmakers to address these funding gaps and support the development of small enterprises across the state.

The details

The Small Business Growth Act passed the House of Delegates on Friday and will now head to the Senate for final approval. The bill is a key part of the legislature's agenda as it reaches the halfway mark of the 87th session. With the final day to introduce new bills coming on Tuesday, lawmakers are working to advance this and other priority legislation before the 60-day regular session concludes on March 14.

• The West Virginia legislature is back in session this week, on President's Day.
• The Small Business Growth Act passed the House of Delegates on Friday.
• The final day to introduce new bills is Tuesday.
• The 60-day regular legislative session ends at midnight on March 14.

What’s next

The Small Business Growth Act will now move to the West Virginia Senate for final approval after passing the House of Delegates.