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WV HJR1

Joint Resolution

Status

Introduced

1/14/2026

Primary Sponsor

Chuck Horst

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Proposes a constitutional amendment to increase West Virginia's homestead exemption from $20,000 to $50,000 of assessed property value

  • Applies to residential property occupied by owners who are 65 years or older or permanently and totally disabled

  • Authorizes the Legislature to extend the same $50,000 exemption to homeowners under 65 who are not disabled, subject to general law requirements

  • Requires approval by two-thirds of elected members in each legislative house, then ratification by voters at the 2026 general election

  • Covers both real property and mobile homes used exclusively as the owner's residence

Legislative Description

To increase the homestead exemption to $50,000.

Last Action

To House Finance

1/14/2026

Committee Referrals

Finance1/14/2026

Full Bill Text

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