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WV HJR15

WV HJR15
Increase Homestead exemption


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Introduced
01/14/2026
In Committee
01/14/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the State of West Virginia, amending section §1b, article X thereof; relating to permitting increase in homestead exemption for persons with yearly income that does not exceed $20,000; numbering and designating such proposed amendment; and providing a summarized statement of the purpose of such proposed amendment.

AI Summary

This joint resolution proposes an amendment to the West Virginia Constitution that would allow for an increase in the homestead exemption, which is a property tax relief for homeowners. Specifically, for individuals with a yearly income not exceeding $20,000, the homestead exemption would increase by $20,000 every five years until it reaches a maximum of $100,000 in assessed value, and this full exemption would be available at age 85. The resolution also designates this proposed amendment as "Amendment No. 1" and summarizes its purpose as permitting this progressive increase in the homestead exemption for eligible individuals.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

To House Finance (on 01/14/2026)

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