Bill > HB4408

This bill adjusts the percentage of an excise tax on real estate transfers that counties can retain for their own purposes, with a significant portion of this retained tax specifically earmarked for the county clerk to fund election administration, infrastructure, and security, as well as other county clerk duties. Starting July 1, 2023, and increasing annually, a larger share of the collected tax will be set aside for these specific county clerk functions, with the remainder going to the county general fund. The bill also clarifies that funds allocated for election administration, infrastructure, and security must meet standards set by the Secretary of State, and any excess funds beyond a reserve requirement can be transferred to the county general fund. Furthermore, the county clerk is authorized to move funds between these designated accounts with the approval of the county commission, ensuring flexibility in managing these funds.

Government Affairs

http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4408&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill