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The Refund Taxes Bill
West Virginia wants to refund car taxes in 30 days
Streamlining rebate process for motor vehicle property taxes
Good for everyday people ·
This bill would automatically refund your motor vehicle property taxes within 30 days of payment, rather than making you wait to claim it on your yearly tax return.
Our take
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This bill is a straightforward win for West Virginians. Right now, if you pay property taxes on your car, you have to wait until you file your state income taxes to get that money credited back to you. This bill cuts out the waiting game, automatically sending you a refund check or direct deposit within 30 days of paying your bill. It puts your money back in your pocket faster and with less paperwork.
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The facts
What the bill actually says, no spin.
- Changes the motor vehicle property tax adjustment from an income tax credit to a direct refund.
- Requires county sheriffs to send weekly reports of who paid their vehicle taxes to the state.
- Forces the state to issue a refund check or direct deposit within 30 days of your payment.
- Eliminates the need to claim the credit on your annual income tax return.
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