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WV SJR21

Joint Resolution

Status

Introduced

2/20/2026

Primary Sponsor

Tom Willis

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Proposes a constitutional amendment to Article X of the West Virginia Constitution, adding a new Section 13 called the "Taxpayers' Bill of Rights"
  • Caps state government expenditure increases to no more than the combined rate of population growth plus inflation
  • Requires two-thirds approval from both houses of the Legislature to place on the ballot
  • Submits the proposed amendment to voters as "Amendment 1" at the 2026 general election for ratification or rejection
  • Mandates information about the amendment be mailed to registered voters prior to the election

Legislative Description

Taxpayers' Bill of Rights Amendment

Last Action

To Finance

2/25/2026

Committee Referrals

Finance2/25/2026
Judiciary2/20/2026

Full Bill Text

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