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Introduced
01/14/2026
01/14/2026
In Committee
01/14/2026
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 one-b, article X thereof, relating to homestead exemption increase; 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 increase the homestead exemption, which is a property tax relief for homeowners, from $20,000 to $50,000. This proposed amendment will be voted on by the state's citizens at the general election in 2026. The resolution also clarifies that this increased exemption applies to the first $50,000 of assessed valuation of a primary residence, whether it's real property or a mobile home, for eligible homeowners who are 65 or older, permanently and totally disabled, or under 65 and not disabled, provided they are West Virginia citizens. The amendment aims to provide greater property tax relief to homeowners.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (6)
Chuck Horst (R)*,
Kathie Crouse (R),
Rick Hillenbrand (R),
Josh Holstein (R),
Margitta Mazzocchi (R),
Erica Moore (R),
Last Action
To House Finance (on 01/14/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Resolution_History.cfm?year=2026&sessiontype=RS&input4=1&billtype=JR&houseorig=H&btype=res |
| Fiscal Note - Tax & Revenue Department, WV State | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Fiscalnotes/FN(2)/fnsubmit_recordview1.cfm?RecordID=938786069 |
| BillText | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/bills_text.cfm?billdoc=hjr1%20intr.htm&yr=2026&sesstype=RS&i=1&houseorig=H&billtype=JR |
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