Seven West Virginia state representatives have introduced HB 2732, which provides for public funding for candidates for the legislature. Eligibility depends on the candidate’s ability to raise a certain number of private contributions of $5. If passed, the bill would apply to the 2012 election in districts that elect a single legislator. It would not start until 2014 for districts which elect several legislators. The bill treats all candidates the same, regardless of their political affiliation or independent status.