West Virginia Legislature Archives - Mountain State Spotlight

Lawmakers had numerous chances to strengthen government ethics. They ignored them.

by Henry Culvyhouse April 1st, 2026

West Virginia lawmakers rejected reforms to crack down on nepotism and conflicts of interest.

Economic Justice

One of the biggest barriers to jobs in West Virginia persists as lawmakers fail to address public transit needs

by Tre Spencer March 24th, 2026March 24th, 2026

West Virginia voters will lose access to donor employer data under new campaign finance law

by Duncan Slade March 18th, 2026

Foster care, News, West Virginia Legislature

Lawmakers fill some foster care gaps after Mountain State Spotlight investigation revealed the state is failing kids

by Erica Peterson March 17th, 2026

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Personal income tax cuts and social safety nets: Five takeaways from West Virginia’s 2026 budget

by Henry Culvyhouse March 16th, 2026

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How the Legislature did — and didn’t — address West Virginia’s challenges during the 2026 session

by Tre Spencer and Henry Culvyhouse March 15th, 2026March 15th, 2026

Time is running out for lawmakers to help West Virginians struggling with poor internet

by Tre Spencer March 12th, 2026March 12th, 2026

As public schools across West Virginia face financial crisis, lawmakers offer no help for students in poverty

by Henry Culvyhouse March 11th, 2026March 11th, 2026

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Despite concerns about power bills and property rights, lawmakers race to prop up the coal industry

by Tre Spencer and Henry Culvyhouse March 10th, 2026March 10th, 2026

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West Virginians are dying from drug overdoses. Lawmakers continue to restrict programs.

by Duncan Slade March 9th, 2026March 9th, 2026