HB 5469
Allowing for a paid commission for sheriffs
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Bill overview
This bill would allow West Virginia sheriffs to receive a yearly commission of $15,000 on top of their existing salary and benefits. The commission would be paid from the tax revenue collected by the sheriff, specifically from real and personal property taxes. The bill aims to incentivize sheriffs to effectively collect taxes by providing them with additional compensation based on their collection efforts. It clarifies the sheriff’s role as the primary tax collector within their counties.
Key provisions
- Sheriffs would receive a $15,000 annual commission.
- The commission is based on the collection of real and personal property taxes.
- Funds collected through taxes would be used to pay the commission.
- The sheriff is designated as the chief tax collector for their counties.
Who is affected
- West Virginia Sheriffs
- County Tax Collectors
- Taxpayers (through property taxes)
Notable changes
- Establishes a new commission for sheriffs based on tax collection rates.
Fiscal impact
The bill would add $15,000 to the annual compensation of sheriffs statewide.
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