Four State Constitutional Amendments on the West Virginia Ballot in November That May Impact YOU.

The following is informative only and not intended to tell you how to vote, but simply help you learn more about these issues so you can do additional research and make an informed decision before voting.

Amendment No. 1: Clarification of the Judiciary’s Role in Impeachment Proceedings:
This proposed amendment would remove the courts ability to intervene in any impeachment proceeding or judgement. The primary concern with this is that is removes the judicial branch from legal matters, which plays a vital role in the balance of power, due process, and fairness.

Amendment No. 2: Property Tax Modernization
This proposed amendment is most often referenced as the inventory tax amendment. It would add machinery, inventory, and other tangible business property to the list of exemptions from taxation. This has long been a concern for businesses who feel the tax is additional burden to having the necessary goods and equipment required to maintain and operate their business effectively and efficiently.

Amendment No. 3: Incorporation of Churches or Religious Denominations
This proposed amendment would allow churches and other religious organizations to incorporate in the state. The benefit of incorporation for any organization is limited liability.

Amendment No. 4: Education Accountability
This proposed amendment would make it so the rules and policies of the State Board of Education would be subject to legislative review. The concern is it would politicize the education system and lead to the additional loss of educators in West Virginia.