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Bill > HB4906
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Introduced
01/29/2026
01/29/2026
In Committee
01/29/2026
01/29/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
The purpose of this bill is to provide a real and personal property tax exemption for residents 70 years or older and clarify who qualifies for the Homestead Act.
AI Summary
This bill proposes to exempt individuals aged 70 and older from paying real estate taxes, beginning with the tax year 2027, by adding a new provision to existing law that exempts personal or real property belonging to residents 70 years of age or older. Additionally, the bill clarifies eligibility for the Homestead Act, which provides a $20,000 exemption from property taxes for a primary residence, by removing the age requirement of 65 or older for this exemption, meaning it will now apply to those certified as permanently and totally disabled, regardless of age, provided they meet residency requirements.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
To House Finance (on 01/29/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4906&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill |
| Fiscal Note - Tax & Revenue Department, WV State | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Fiscalnotes/FN(2)/fnsubmit_recordview1.cfm?RecordID=954593222 |
| BillText | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/bills_text.cfm?billdoc=hb4906%20intr.htm&yr=2026&sesstype=RS&i=4906 |
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