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WV SB809
Bill
Status
Introduced
3/19/2025
Primary Sponsor
Robbie Morris
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AI Summary
- Changes managed timberland certification requirements from annual to every five years for property tax assessment purposes
- Requires property owners to certify in writing to the Division of Forestry that their property meets managed timberland definitions and is managed according to an approved plan
- Mandates forest management practices be conducted in accordance with "Best Management Practices for Forestry" publication
- Grants the Division of Forestry authority to propose rules for legislative approval regarding the managed timberland program
- Property certified as managed timberland is valued according to its use and productive potential for tax purposes
Legislative Description
Modifying managed timberland certification requirements
Natural Resources
Last Action
To Natural Resources
3/19/2025
Committee Referrals
Natural Resources3/19/2025
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