SB 701
Relating to authority of sheriff's commission for collection of taxes
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Bill overview
This bill proposes to increase the annual commission paid to West Virginia sheriffs for collecting taxes. Currently, sheriffs receive a commission based on their duties as county treasurers. This bill would raise that commission to $30,000 annually, starting July 1, 2026, after the sheriff collects 85% of assessed taxes. The commission would be paid from the funds collected through tax revenue.
Key provisions
- Increases the sheriff’s tax collection commission to $30,000 annually.
- The commission is effective starting July 1, 2026.
- The commission is payable after the sheriff collects 85% of assessed taxes.
- The commission is charged against tax revenue funds.
- The increase is justified based on additional duties imposed on sheriffs as county treasurers.
Who is affected
- West Virginia Sheriffs
- County Tax Collectors
- Taxpayers in West Virginia
Notable changes
- Establishes a specific commission amount ($30,000) for tax collection.
- Sets a threshold (85% collection rate) for commission eligibility.
Fiscal impact
The bill will increase the compensation paid to sheriffs, impacting the county budgets that fund sheriff salaries.
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