 But the governor did not stop there. He's also asked for an additional 5% reduction on top of the 3-4% reduction that's set to take effect. And that proposal is not getting a warm reception from Senator Eric Tarr, who is chair of the Senate Finance Committee, and he represents Jackson and Mason counties, along with Putnam and a small portion of Cabell. The governor announced today that he wants to reduce the personal income tax by another 5%.