This bill amends the Code of West Virginia to clarify the nomination process for assessors and county commissioners to the Property Valuation Training and Procedures Commission. It establishes that the West Virginia Assessors Association must nominate three assessors who comply with monitoring requirements approved by the Commission, with a preference for those who are licensed or certified by recognized professional organizations. Additionally, the County Commissioner's Association of West Virginia will nominate three county commissioners under similar political party restrictions. The bill also specifies that no more than seven members of the commission may belong to the same political party and requires members who are directly involved in disputes to recuse themselves from related votes.

Furthermore, the bill modifies the terms of service for commission members, establishing that all except the Tax Commissioner will serve four-year terms, with specific provisions for initial appointments. It changes the meeting protocols, allowing the chairperson or any four members to call meetings, while ensuring that the commission meets at least twice a year. Compensation for citizen members is set at $50 per day, while other members serve without pay. The commission will be funded through a legislative appropriation to the State Tax Commissioner.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 11-1C-3