WV HB5162

Authorizes sheriffs to suspend tax lien sales on properties owned by tax-exempt organizations, including federal, state, or local governments and their political subdivisions

Prohibits county commissions from ordering the sale of tax liens on any government-owned real estate

Exempts federal, state, and local governments from property taxes on real estate after their date of acquisition

Extinguishes all pre-existing fees, taxes, and liens imposed by West Virginia or its political subdivisions when a government entity purchases a property

Amends West Virginia Code §11A-3-7 and §11A-3-62 regarding sale of tax liens and title acquisition by purchasers