This bill proposes an amendment to West Virginia Code §11A-1-17, which pertains to the commission that sheriffs receive for tax collection. The legislation recognizes that since July 1, 1955, sheriffs have been assigned new and additional duties as county treasurers due to various legislative changes. It asserts that these increased responsibilities justify a rise in the commission paid to sheriffs, ensuring compliance with the state constitution.

Specifically, the bill stipulates that starting July 1, 2026, sheriffs will receive an annual commission of $30,000 after they have collected 85 percent of the total taxes assessed on real and personal property, an increase from the previous amount of $15,000. This commission will be charged against the funds from which the taxes are collected and will be integrated into the sheriff's regular budgeted compensation.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 11A-1-17