FISCAL NOTE
Date Requested: February 15, 2025
Time Requested: 11:46 AM |
| Agency: |
Attorney General, WV |
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| CBD Number: |
Version: |
Bill Number: |
Resolution Number: |
| 2223 |
Introduced |
SB272 |
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| CBD Subject: |
Insurance |
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FUND(S):
None
Sources of Revenue:
Other Fund None
Legislation creates:
Fiscal Note Summary
Effect this measure will have on costs and revenues of state government.
This bill relates to unlawful discriminatory practices by a financial institution or government entity against manufacturers, retailers, distributors, shooting ranges, or trade associations that support in the lawful commerce of firearms or firearm accessories. The Attorney General Office may file a civil cause of action in the name of the state against an entity believed to be engaging in an unlawful discriminatory practice. If the action brought by the Attorney General prevails, the Attorney General shall recommended to the Governor a discontinuation of state business relations with the violators.
Fiscal Note Detail
| Effect of Proposal |
Fiscal Year |
2025
Increase/Decrease
(use"-") |
2026
Increase/Decrease
(use"-") |
Fiscal Year
(Upon Full
Implementation) |
| 1. Estmated Total Cost |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Personal Services |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Current Expenses |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Repairs and Alterations |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Assets |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Other |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| 2. Estimated Total Revenues |
0 |
0 |
0 |
Explanation of above estimates (including long-range effect):
This bill provides discretion for the Attorney General's Office to bring a civil cause of action. The Office already has existing personnel in place to handle any civil action that may arise.
Memorandum
This bill provides discretion for the Attorney General's Office to bring a civil cause of action. The Office already has existing personnel in place to handle any civil action that may arise.
Person submitting Fiscal Note: Ryan A. McCoy
Email Address: ryan.a.mccoy@wvago.gov