Recently, the Joint Select Committee on Tax Reform held another in a series of sessions. This time they learned about property tax issues from state and local government officials and attorneys. Topics included tax increment financing, payment in lieu of taxes, valuation, assessment, collection, natural resources and property tax appeals.
The group has focused several meetings on reviewing the tax code, this year. Yet, lawmakers haven't said where they will focus their tax reform efforts. Senate President Bill Cole has said he's interested in discussing tax reform during a special session. Democratic Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin has expressed concern over the idea.
The next legislative session begins in January.
