WV HB3386

Candidates for public office in West Virginia must submit a certification of tax compliance proving all personal property taxes are paid before their name can appear on the ballot

Election authorities are required to verify tax compliance with the appropriate tax collection agency before certifying any candidate

Exceptions allow candidacy if the person has an approved payment plan in good standing or has filed a pending good faith challenge to a tax assessment

Candidates found to have unpaid personal property taxes without qualifying for an exception will be removed from the ballot

Filing false information about tax status results in a five-year disqualification from running for public office