CHARLESTON, WV — Gov. Jim Justice held a signing ceremony today for Senate Bill 10, the Campus Self-Defense Act. This bill allows law-abiding West Virginians, who already have a concealed carry permit, to carry concealed on the campus of a state institution of higher education beginning July 1, 2024. “I’m proud to sign the Campus Self-Defense Act which will Read More…
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History two years in the making: largest tax cut in West Virginia history nears completion
CHARLESTON, WV – Gov. Jim Justice issued the following statement today after the West Virginia Legislature joined the Governor by voting in favor of a deal which, when signed into law, will be the largest tax cut in West Virginia history: “Exactly 2 years ago to this day, I proposed a personal income tax cut for all West Read More…
State of Emergency remains in effect ahead of today’s hazardous weather threat
3/10/2023 CHARLESTON, WV – On Feb. 16, 2023, Gov. Jim Justice declared a State of Emergency for all 55 counties in response to forecasted hazardous weather. The State of Emergency remains in place for 30 days, and as such, State agencies, external partners, and resources remain on standby to respond quickly should help be needed. Currently, a Wind Advisory Read More…
Gov. Justice signs bill to strengthen 2nd Amendment protections in West Virginia
WATCH FULL EVENTVIEW PHOTO ALBUM CHARLESTON, WV — Gov. Jim Justice held a signing ceremony today for Senate Bill 10, the Campus Self-Defense Act. This bill allows law-abiding West Virginians, who already have a concealed carry permit, to carry concealed on the campus of a state institution of higher education beginning July 1, 2024. “I’m proud to sign the Read More…
Gov. Justice announces agreement on largest tax cut in state history
CHARLESTON, WV – Gov. Jim Justice issued the following statement: “I am extremely happy that after weeks of negotiations with all parties we’ve been able to reach a deal with the House and Senate that will be the largest tax cut in West Virginia history,” Gov. Justice said. “This deal returns over $750 million to hardworking West Virginians Read More…
Local Businessmen Lupardus and Allison, with Commissioner Arthur attend WV Adventure Day at the Capitol
Scroll left or right on the image below By Eric Lupardus From the day I moved to Calhoun I saw potential, today I realized others see it too. We have so many great recreational opportunities to share from our rivers to our roads. Friday, February 17th, 2023, myself, Nathan Allison and Commissioner Craig Arthur walked Read More…
West Virginia to be first state in country to offer certain users a fully digital clearinghouse for vehicle titles
CHARLESTON, WV — Gov. Jim Justice announced today that he has signed House Bill 2506, creating a vehicle title clearinghouse for non-resident businesses in West Virginia. The bill’s purpose is to allow West Virginia licensed non-resident businesses to transfer existing out-of-state titles into a West Virginia title in their name, even when the vehicle is located in Read More…
Gov. Justice declares State of Emergency for all 55 counties due to severe thunderstorms
CHARLESTON, WV – Gov. Jim Justice has declared a State of Emergency for all of West Virginia’s 55 counties due to impacts from today’s heavy rainfall and thunderstorms. As the weather system makes its way through the state, creeks and streams have spilled over and roads are closed in numerous counties due to high water and mudslides. Read More…
Gov. Justice says January revenue surplus continues to show opportunity for tax cuts is now
CHARLESTON, WV — Gov. Jim Justice announced today that West Virginia’s General Revenue collections for January 2023 are $162.2 million above estimates and 8.5% ahead of prior year receipts. Year-to-date record collections are $995 million above estimate. “Without any question in the world, our continued revenue surpluses prove that we can very safely and conservatively move forward Read More…