Permitting State Tax Division investigators carry concealed weapons

SB 81 allows West Virginia State Tax Division investigators to carry concealed firearms while performing official duties, solely for self-defense or protecting others. To qualify, investigators must obtain Tax Commissioner approval, hold a valid concealed handgun license, complete firearms training equivalent to law enforcement standards, and pass annual requalification. The bill also shields the state and its employees from personal liability when investigators act in good faith during official duties. This policy change directly affects tax investigators conducting field work, not the general public. The measure focuses on safety protocols for a specific state workforce, not broader gun policy.