SB 642
Clarifying requirements before assessor can be nominated for property valuation
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Bill overview
This bill aims to clarify the process for nominating county assessors and county commissioners for appointment by the Governor in West Virginia. Specifically, it requires the West Virginia Assessors Association to nominate three qualified assessors and the County Commissioner’s Association to nominate three qualified commissioners. The bill also establishes a preference for assessors who are licensed or certified through recognized appraisal organizations. The bill creates a Property Valuation Training and Procedures Commission to oversee the nomination and appointment process, and outlines the commission’s structure, meeting requirements, and compensation.
Key provisions
- Requires the West Virginia Assessors Association to nominate three qualified assessors for consideration.
- Requires the County Commissioner’s Association of West Virginia to nominate three qualified county commissioners for consideration.
- Establishes a preference for assessors who are designated, licensed, or certified through recognized appraisal organizations.
- Creates a Property Valuation Training and Procedures Commission to oversee the nomination and appointment process.
- Specifies the composition of the commission, including the State Tax Commissioner, county assessors, citizen members, and county commissioners.
- Outlines the appointment process for commission members by the Governor with Senate consent.
- Establishes term lengths for commission members and specifies how vacancies will be filled.
- Details compensation for commission members (excluding the Tax Commissioner) and reimbursement for expenses.
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