CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) — A newly introduced bill in the West Virginia House of Delegates would eliminate the state tax on gasoline, a move supporters say could provide financial relief for drivers across the Mountain State.
House Bill 4885, introduced on January 28, proposes repealing West Virginia’s motor fuel excise tax, effectively removing state-level taxes on gasoline.
What the Bill Does
The legislation would repeal §11-14C-5 of state law, which currently authorizes taxes on motor fuel. If passed, the bill would remove the gasoline tax entirely, reducing the cost drivers pay at the pump.
The proposal does not replace the tax with another funding mechanism, nor does it specify how the state would offset the loss of revenue currently generated by gasoline sales.
Why It Matters
Supporters argue eliminating the gas tax would help ease the burden of high fuel costs on working families, commuters, and businesses that rely heavily on transportation.
Opponents are expected to raise concerns about how the state would fund road maintenance, infrastructure projects, and transportation programs that rely on gasoline tax revenue.
What Happens Next
House Bill 4885 has been referred to the House Committee on Finance for consideration. Lawmakers may debate the fiscal impact of the proposal before any vote is taken.
The bill is still early in the legislative process and could be amended or fail to advance.
