2025 Regular Session
HB 2688
Abolish the tax on overtime pay
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- Passed House of Delegates
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
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Bill overview
This bill would eliminate the state personal income tax on overtime pay for West Virginia workers. Currently, overtime earnings are subject to state income tax. This legislation aims to provide a tax benefit to employees who work overtime hours. The bill proposes a new section to the West Virginia Code to specifically exempt overtime pay from taxation.
Key provisions
- Exempts personal income tax on overtime pay.
- Adds a new section (§11-21-12o) to the West Virginia Code.
- Applies to overtime pay as defined under existing tax law.
- Specifically targets the personal income tax.
Who is affected
- West Virginia workers
- Employees who earn overtime pay
- Taxpayers in West Virginia
Notable changes
- Creates a new exemption for overtime pay within the personal income tax system.
Fiscal impact
The bill would likely reduce state personal income tax revenue.
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