SB 847
Eliminating provisions limiting number of investigators in criminal investigation division of Tax Division
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Bill overview
This bill removes restrictions on the number of investigators within the criminal investigation division of the West Virginia Tax Division. Currently, the division is limited to a maximum of twelve investigators. The legislation aims to increase the division’s capacity to ensure compliance with tax laws, particularly for taxpayers located outside of West Virginia. It also establishes a special revenue account to fund these increased investigative efforts and outlines requirements for investigator qualifications and bonding.
Key provisions
- Eliminates the limit of twelve investigators in the criminal investigation division of the Tax Division.
- Establishes a special revenue account to fund the division’s operations.
- Specifies that investigators must have a background in accounting, law enforcement, or related fields.
- Requires investigators to execute a bond with the state.
- Authorizes state law enforcement agencies to assist in enforcing the provisions of the bill.
- Allows the Tax Commissioner to issue up to 20 Class A license plates for investigators’ vehicles.
- Requires the Tax Commissioner to submit an annual report to the Joint Committee on Government Operations.
- Sets effective dates for the changes made to the law.
Who is affected
- West Virginia Tax Division
- Taxpayers (particularly those outside of West Virginia)
- State Law Enforcement Agencies
- State Treasurer’s Office
- General Public (through increased tax compliance)
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Primary sponsor
Stuart
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