SB 132 West Virginia Senate · 2025 Regular Session

Relating to county economic opportunity development districts

This bill authorizes Mason County Commission to levy a special excise tax on sales within the Town of Henderson Economic Opportunity District. It directly affects businesses operating in Henderson by subjecting their sales to this new tax, with revenue designated for local economic development. Key provisions include removing the requirement for approval from the state development office's executive director and allowing the county commission to set the tax rate and revenue targets independently. The tax applies to tangible personal property and services sold within the defined district boundaries.
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Feb 2025
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Introduced Feb 12, 2025 Last action Feb 12, 2025
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Feb 12, 2025
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Feb 12, 2025
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Eric Tarr
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