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Statement on behalf of Speaker Hanshaw regarding the death of former legislator Bob Ashley. - wvlegislature.gov/News_release/p…

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Statement on Behalf of Senate President Craig Blair on passing of former Senator Bob Ashley - wvlegislature.gov/News_release/p…

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Bob Ashley is being remembered beyond the borders of Roane County, which he represented in the West Virginia Legislature for more than 30 years.

By Brett Dunlap, The Parkersburg News and Sentinel
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Bob Ashley is being remembered beyond the borders of Roane County, which he represented in the West Virginia Legislature for more than 30 years.

By Brett Dunlap, The Parkersburg News and Sentinel
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West Virginia NOW(@WV_NOW) 's Twitter Profile Photo

HB 3018 was passed by the House Judiciary Committee yesterday! But the work isn't over. Check out this video about why we need to in WV, and then contact your Delegate to let them know you support HB 3018, and they should too!

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Jim McKay(@JimMcKayWV) 's Twitter Profile Photo

3 years ago many of us cautioned proposed tax cuts would lead to reductions in funding for critical programs including higher education, PEIA and Medicaid? Supporters of the tax cut called us alarmists.

But guess which programs are cut in this year’s budget?

3 years ago many of us cautioned proposed tax cuts would lead to reductions in funding for critical programs including higher education, PEIA and Medicaid? Supporters of the tax cut called us alarmists. 

But guess which programs are cut in this year’s budget?

#Timehop #WVLegis
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Did you know that all of our neighboring states have minimum ages for marriage of at least 16? West Virginia has none. This makes WV vulnerable to human trafficking for the purpose of child marriage.
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Did you know that all of our neighboring states have minimum ages for marriage of at least 16? West Virginia has none. This makes WV vulnerable to human trafficking for the purpose of child marriage. 
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So many moving parts at the , but finally some good news: HB 3018 to will be moving in house judiciary tomorrow!

Your calls helped make this happen. 👏👏👏
This is a step forward, but it’s a marathon, not a sprint. More actions to come!

So many moving parts at the #WVLegis, but finally some good news:  HB 3018 to #EndChildMarriage will be moving in house judiciary tomorrow!

Your calls helped make this happen. 👏👏👏
This is a step forward, but it’s a marathon, not a sprint. More actions to come!
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Right On Crime(@RightOnCrime) 's Twitter Profile Photo

With a unanimous vote by the WV Senate to send S.B. 493 to the House, Right On Crime is encouraged that lawmakers will do the right thing to improve existing law and reduce barriers for professional licensure for eligible and formerly incarcerated individuals.

With a unanimous vote by the WV Senate to send S.B. 493 to the House, Right On Crime is encouraged that lawmakers will do the right thing to improve existing law and reduce barriers for professional licensure for eligible and formerly incarcerated individuals. #WVLegis
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Have you contacted your representatives about SB 158 and HB 3018 yet? We need your help to move these bills out of the Judiciary Committees before Crossover Day on March 1. Check out the lists of members below and call, email, and tell them we need to

Have you contacted your representatives about SB 158 and HB 3018 yet? We need your help to move these bills out of the Judiciary Committees before Crossover Day on March 1. Check out the lists of members below and call, email, and tell them we need to #EndChildMarriage #WVLegis
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West Virginia is one of only 8 states with NO minimum age for marriage - that means that a child of any age can be married with permission by a parent and a judge.

Join us in supporting SB 158 and HB 3018 to in our state.

West Virginia is one of only 8 states with NO minimum age for marriage - that means that a child of any age can be married with permission by a parent and a judge. 

Join us in supporting SB 158 and HB 3018 to #EndChildMarriage in our state. #WVLegis
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Child marriage doesn't build strong family values. 80% of marriages involving a mid-teenager and 70% of marriages involving a 17-year-old end in divorce.
Don't forget to contact your legislators and tell them to support HB 3018 and SB 158 to in WV!

Child marriage doesn't build strong family values. 80% of marriages involving a mid-teenager and 70% of marriages involving a 17-year-old end in divorce.
Don't forget to contact your legislators and tell them to support HB 3018 and SB 158 to #EndChildMarriage in WV! #WVLegis
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AARP West Virginia(@AARPWV) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Thanks WV House WV Senate for your WV Legislature actions to axe the tax, eliminating the personal income tax on Social Security income earned over a lifetime of hard work! Look forward to Governor Jim Justice signing this legislation!

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