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WV HJR19

Joint Resolution

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/20/2026

Primary Sponsor

Rick Hillenbrand

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Proposes a constitutional amendment to lower the voter approval threshold for excess levies dedicated exclusively to fire protection or emergency medical services from 60% to a simple majority (50% plus one vote)
  • Retains the existing 60% voter approval requirement for all other types of excess levies and tax rate increases
  • Would be submitted to West Virginia voters for ratification at the November 2026 general election
  • Designated as "Amendment No. 1" with the official title "Fire and Emergency Services Excess Levy Majority Approval Amendment"
  • Introduced January 20, 2026, with 15 House co-sponsors and referred to the Judiciary Committee

Legislative Description

Relating to permitting excess levies or increases in maximum rates limited exclusively to fire protection and emergency medical services

Last Action

To House Judiciary

1/20/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary1/20/2026

Full Bill Text

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