HB5474

Gateway to the Gorge Outdoor Recreation Industry Act

Introduced·2/12/26

Establishes tax incentives for outdoor recreation businesses in West Virginia's Gateway to the Gorge.

The Gateway to the Gorge Outdoor Recreation Industry Act creates a tax incentive to encourage the growth of the outdoor recreation economy in West Virginia. Eligible businesses must be located within the Gateway to the Gorge and either create five new jobs or make a capital investment of at least $1 million. The act defines the Gateway to the Gorge as a specific geographic area and outlines the outdoor recreation industry as businesses facilitating outdoor activities. The tax credit can be applied to various state taxes and can be carried over for up to 10 years if unused.

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Where it stands

Current
Finance Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Calendar

Feb 25

1:00 PM

Standing Committee on Government Organization Meeting

Feb 19

1:00 PM

Standing Committee on Government Organization Meeting

History

Feb 26

House

By substitute, do pass, but first to Finance

Feb 26

House

To House Finance

Feb 12

House

Filed for introduction