Relating to Property Valuation Training and Procedures Commission

SB 603 amends West Virginia’s Property Valuation Training and Procedures Commission structure by requiring one citizen member to have a demonstrated background in agriculture (effective after the 2026 legislative session). It clarifies that county assessors nominated for the commission must meet standards approved by the commission, with preference given to those certified or licensed by recognized appraisal organizations. The bill also specifies that nominations for assessors and county commissioners must include candidates from diverse political parties (no more than two from the same party). This directly affects commission membership composition and the selection process for county assessors who serve on the panel.