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WV HJR22
Joint Resolution
Status
2/20/2025
Primary Sponsor
Chuck Horst
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AI Summary
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Proposes a constitutional amendment to increase the homestead exemption from $20,000 to $50,000 of assessed property value for ad valorem property taxation
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Applies to residential property (including mobile homes) occupied by owners who are West Virginia citizens age 65 or older, or who are permanently and totally disabled
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Authorizes the Legislature to extend the same $50,000 exemption to homeowners under 65 who are not disabled, subject to requirements set by general law
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Limits exemption to one per person/spouse or one per homestead
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Requires voter ratification at the 2025 general election if approved by two-thirds of elected members in each legislative house
Legislative Description
To increase the homestead exemption to $50,000.
Last Action
To House Finance
2/20/2025