Loading chat...
WV HJR8
Joint Resolution
Status
2/13/2025
Primary Sponsor
Larry Kump
Click for details
AI Summary
-
Proposes a constitutional amendment to change the homestead exemption from a fixed "$20,000" to "not less than $20,000" of assessed property value, allowing the Legislature to increase the exemption amount in the future
-
Applies to real property or mobile homes used exclusively as residences by owners who are West Virginia citizens aged 65 or older, or who are permanently and totally disabled
-
Extends the same "not less than $20,000" exemption framework to homeowners under 65 who are not disabled, subject to legislative enactment
-
Requires voter ratification at the 2026 general election to take effect
-
Designates the proposal as "Amendment No. 1" titled the "Homestead Exemption Increase Amendment"
Legislative Description
Amending the Homestead Exemption of the Constitution
Last Action
To House Finance
2/13/2025