HB651Introduced in the House of Delegates
Tax Exemptions - Individuals Detained or Taken Hostage Abroad
Introduced by Bob Long, District 6
What does this bill do?
Plain-English breakdown
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Official description
Exempting from taxation the income of a certain individual detained or taken hostage abroad during the taxable year and the spouse of that individual; and exempting from property tax certain property that is owned by an individual detained or taken hostage abroad or the spouse of that individual, subject to certain limitations.
Where it stands
Hearing 2/19 at 1:00 p.m.
February 2, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
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Bill history
First Reading Ways and Means
Hearing 2/19 at 1:00 p.m.
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