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WV SB766

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/5/2026

Primary Sponsor

Vince Deeds

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates a nonrefundable state income tax credit equal to 50% of eligible caregiving expenses, with a maximum credit of $2,000 (or $3,000 if the care recipient is a veteran), effective for taxable years beginning January 1, 2028

  • Eligible family members must be 62 years or older, related to the caregiver by blood or marriage, living in a private residence (not assisted living or nursing facility), and require assistance with at least one activity of daily living as certified by a licensed health care provider

  • Eligible expenditures include home modifications for safety and mobility, durable medical equipment, home care aides, respite care, adult day care, and assistive technology—but exclude general home maintenance and expenses reimbursed by other sources

  • Total credits across all taxpayers are capped at $5 million annually, with the Department of Revenue required to publish percentage reductions if claims exceed this limit

  • Only one family caregiver per eligible family member may claim the credit per tax year, and unused credit amounts cannot be carried forward

Legislative Description

Creating Caregiver Tax Credit Act

Taxation

Last Action

To Finance

2/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Finance2/13/2026
Health and Human Resources2/5/2026

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