The West Virginia House of Delegates recently debated a compromise on the state budget, including the rising costs associated with the Hope Scholarship educational voucher program. The compromise amendment was passed in a 78-18 vote and reduces the general revenue budget to $5.318 billion for the upcoming fiscal year. The budget includes allocations for various state departments and organizations, with $62.2 million earmarked for the Hope Scholarship program to support educational expenses for students. The House also discussed the potential growth and costs associated with the program in the coming years, with concerns raised by some lawmakers about the program’s impact on the overall state budget. Despite debates, the supplemental appropriations bills for the Hope Scholarship passed with wide margins, emphasizing the importance placed on fulfilling commitments to students and parents. The discussions also included debates on a bill related to public safety taxes and funding for emergency response services at the county level.
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