Provide funding for legislation that create need for additional prison beds
Biennium
2014-2016
Budget Round
Amended Bill
Category
New general fund spending initiatives
Region
None
Description
Provides the "Woodrum" appropriation for legislation proposed by the Governor. State law requires that any legislation that would result in an increase in the prison population over the succeeding six years from its enactment be accompanied by an appropriation that would cover the increased costs in one year resulting from additional inmates. The three proposed bills, and the projected "Woodrum" impact for each, that fall into this category are: create a universal background check at all firearms shows ($50,000); create a mechanism for voluntary background checks and require Virginia State Police to be present at every firearms show ($50,000); and revoke a concealed firearm permit if the holder is delinquent on child support payments ($50,000).