SB 671
Relating to WV Real Estate Commission
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Bill overview
This bill amends the West Virginia Real Estate Commission’s structure and membership requirements. It establishes that the commission will consist of five members, with four licensed real estate professionals and one citizen member. Commissioners must have a minimum of ten years of experience as a licensed real estate broker, associate broker, or salesperson in West Virginia, and must be state residents for at least six years. The bill also outlines procedures for appointment, removal, term limits, and compensation for commission members.
Key provisions
- The commission will consist of five members: four licensed real estate professionals and one citizen member.
- Commissioners must have at least ten years of experience as a licensed real estate broker, associate broker, or salesperson in West Virginia.
- Commissioners must be residents of West Virginia for at least six years.
- No more than four commissioners can belong to the same political party.
- Commissioners can serve a maximum of two consecutive full terms.
- The Governor must appoint a chairman and a vice chairman, and a secretary.
- A quorum requires three members.
- Commissioners will receive compensation and reimbursement for expenses, as determined by the Legislative Compensation Commission.
Who is affected
- Real estate brokers
- Real estate salespeople
- West Virginia citizens
- The West Virginia Real Estate Commission
- The Governor's office
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