Home ownership and affordability

[roadtrasheer]

They raised my taxes almost 1000 per year last year . Seems taxes is destroying the American dream.
Just imagine living in a state that doubles or triples my (wv) tax rate and listening to politicians and people who voted for them saying high taxes helps the middle class .

 

[atlkvb]

They raised my taxes almost 1000 per year last year . Seems taxes is destroying the American dream.
Just imagine living in a state that doubles or triples my (wv) tax rate and listening to politicians and people who voted for them saying high taxes helps the middle class .

I thought WV wants to eliminate income taxes?

(from AI search results)
West Virginia is on a long-term path toward potentially eliminating its personal income tax. Following significant cuts in 2023, Governor Patrick Morrisey proposed an additional 10% income tax cut in January 2026 to continue this trend. Current legislation, passed in 2023, utilizes "triggers" to gradually reduce rates based on state revenue, with the long-term goal of elimination.

 

[atlkvb]

@roadtrasheer (FYI)

Key details regarding West Virginia's income tax proposal: (from AI sources)

• Active Proposal (2026): Gov. Morrisey is pushing for a further 5-10% reduction in the personal income tax for the upcoming legislative session.
• Previous Reductions: Legislation passed in 2023 (HB 2526) immediately cut income taxes by over 20% and established a mechanism for future reductions, aimed at making the state more competitive.
• Goal: The administration aims to phase out the income tax completely to attract residents and investment, following similar moves in neighboring states.
• Current Status: As of early 2026, the 10% cut proposal requires legislative approval.