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Farm Bureau News April 2016 Primary Election Endorsements Issue bytes Communications Boot Camp Caterpillar Adds New Teaches Women How to Tell Machines, Tools to Farm Ag’s Story Bureau Member Discount Farm Bureau members can now save up to The American Farm Bureau Federation is $2,500 thanks to the addition of hydraulic excavators now accepting applications for its tenth Women’s and a medium track-type tractor to the Caterpillar Communications Boot Camp class, July 12 –15 in Member Benefi t program. In addition, Farm Bureau Washington, D.C. The three-day intensive training is members will now receive a $250 credit on work tool open to all women who are Farm Bureau members. attachments purchased with a new Caterpillar machine. The program focuses on enhancing communication and leadership skills and includes targeted training “Caterpillar is excited to grow its partnership with in the areas of public speaking, media relations, Farm Bureau by offering discounts on additional messaging and advocacy. products,” says Dustin Johansen, agriculture segment manager for Caterpillar. “Our goal is always to help Fifteen women will be selected to participate in members be more productive and better serve Farm this year’s program. Applications are available online Bureau members’ diverse needs.” or through state Farm Bureaus. The deadline for submissions is May 10. All applicants will be notifi ed “West Virginia Farm Bureau is proud to make of their status by June 1. these exclusive benefi ts available to our members,” says Charles Wilfong, president of West Virginia The American Farm Bureau Women’s Leadership Farm Bureau. -
W.Va. Lobbyist Puccio Crosses Political Streams to Advise Democrat Manchin, Republican Justice Larry Puccio Has Been Walking
W.Va. lobbyist Puccio crosses political streams to advise Democrat Manchin, Republican Justice Larry Puccio has been walking a political tightrope. His path crosses influence, access, politics, loyalty, friendship and no small degree of personal finance against the backdrop of a West Virginia that is transitioning from longtime Democratic dominance toward Republican power. He is a lobbyist, former state Democratic Party chairman and ex-chief of staff for Joe Manchin when he was governor. But this political season, Puccio pushed for the re-election of Gov. Jim Justice, a Republican who first won office as a Democrat. Puccio’s efforts were very different from Manchin, who very publicly said Justice should be defeated. On social media, Puccio’s social media status would be, “It’s complicated.” But Puccio says the political position he occupies is relatively simple. “It wasn’t hard for me because I’ve always been a person when I wake up in the morning, I’m going to support who I think is best for the state and best for our country,” Puccio said last week after being called on the telephone right as he sat down for a meal at Muriale’s, a much-loved Italian restaurant near his home in Marion County. “If you look at the results of this election, major numbers of Democrats voted for Jim Justice, so I would have to think those felt it was fine.” The next question was about what Manchin must think about that. Manchin and Puccio helped the billionaire owner of The Greenbrier win the governor’s race as a Democrat in 2016. -
Volume 23 No 11 November 2014
Volume 23, Number 11 • November 2014 A PUBLICATION OF THE AFFILIATED CONSTRUCTION TRADES A Division of the WV State Building Trades, AFL-CIO | Bill Hutchinson, President | Dave Efaw, Secretary-Treasurer | Steve White, Director Republicans to Control State House and Senate What to expect? Expect the worst. “Not this time,” said Efaw. “We Th e passages of so-called Right- area for construction wages and ben- With republican control of both expect to see votes on the so-called to-Work laws undermine a union’s efi ts and prevents low wage competi- the House of Delegates and the Sen- Right-to-Work legislation which is ability to exist. tion. ate in West Virginia many people are aimed directly at destroying labor In essence a person has the right Numerous studies show taxpay- wondering what to expect in the up- unions.” to enjoy all the benefi ts of a union ers benefi t from the system because coming session. In addition Efaw predicts the contract but does not have to pay the end price for projects remains the “Expect the worst,” said Dave state’s prevailing wage law will come dues. same with or without prevailing wage Efaw, Secretary-Treasurer of the WV under attack in many ways. Th e eff ect in every state where it laws. State Building Trades. “We will likely see bills to com- has passed is to erode union strength Workers in prevailing wage states “We will try to work with republi- pletely repeal the law, and perhaps over time which leads to lower wages becomes more productive, have a can leaders to fi nd compromises but some bills to change how wages are and benefi ts. -
Biographies of House Members 337
BIOGRAPHIES OF HOUSE MEMBERS 337 RICHARD THOMPSON Speaker RICHARD THOMPSON, Democrat, of Lavalette, Wayne County, 17th District. Elected to the House of Delegates in 1980, 2000, 2002, 2004, 2006. Vice Chairman, Committee on Legislative Rule-Making Review, 76th Legislature; CoChairman, Committee on Parks and Recreation, 77th Legislature; Elected Speaker on January 10, 2007, at the beginning of the 78th Legislature, the 55th Speaker of the House of Delegates. (See biographical sketch on page 359) [337] 338 BIOGRAPHIES OF HOUSE MEMBERS BIOGRAPHIES OF HOUSE MEMBERS FIRST DELEGATE DISTRICT [Hancock County and a Portion of Brooke County] JOE DELONG 1st District, Hancock County Democrat Majority Leader Vice President, East Coast Pipeline Born December 14, 1972, in Weirton, West Virginia, the son of Robert and Teresa DeLong Education West Virginia University, B.S. Wife Stacy Nowicki Affiliations Member, Alpha-Zeta Honors Fraternity; Past Vice President, Mountaineer Horseman’s Benevolent and Protective Association; Eagle Scout, Boy Scouts of America; Member, West Virginia University football team, 5 years; Licensed thoroughbred horse trainer Legislative Service Elected to House, 2000-2006 Legislative Positions Held Chairman, Committee on Veterans Affairs, Assistant Majority Whip, 77th Legislture Religion Methodist Address 409 Laurel Drive, Weirton 26062 Telephone 479-0545 O. 748-2533 H. BIOGRAPHIES OF HOUSE MEMBERS 339 RANDY SWARTZMILLER 1st District, Hancock County Democrat Chairman, Committee on Homeland Security Regulatory Compliance Management -
Underthedome
UNDER the DOME FEBRUARY 1, 2016 Welcome Under the Dome is an update on actions and activities of the West Virginia Legislature, provided during the regular legislative session and interim sessions for West Virginia University faculty and staff by WVU’s Office of State, Corporate and Local Relations. This issue provides a review of legislation critical to WVU, Higher Education Day at the Capitol, Innovation and Entrepreneurship Day at the Capitol, the budget, legislative activity and vacancies and appointments. Protecting WVU Tech A bipartisan group of House and Senate members have introduced two bills to ensure the continued viability of WVU Tech. HB 4310 (sponsored by Delegates John O’Neal, Bill Anderson, Lynne Arvon, Mick Bates, Paul Espinosa, Barbara Fleischauer, Cindy Frich, Brian Kurcaba, Tim Miley, Eric Nelson and Joe Statler) was introduced last Wednesday. A companion bill, SB 386 (sponsored by Senators Jeff Mullins, Bob Beach, Craig Blair, Ed Gaunch, Mike Hall, Jeff Kessler, Roman Prezioso, Charles Trump and Bob Williams), was introduced Monday. WVU Extension Service SB 403, Relating to Cooperative Extension Workers, was introduced Wednesday by Senators Kent Leonhardt and Bob Williams. This bill seeks to amend §19-8-1 of the West Virginia Code. Current code was written in the 1960s, and this legislation updates code to reflect the current organizational function of WVU Extension Service agents. Innovation and Entrepreneurship Day at the Capitol Last Wednesday, the Legislature welcomed participants of Innovation and Entrepreneurship Day to the Capitol. The event, sponsored by TechConnect West Virginia and the TransTech Research and Business Development program, is a showcase of groups and companies that are working to advance innovation and entrepreneurship across West Virginia. -
2019 Information Packet
West Virginia Legislature 1st session of the 84th Legislature 2019 Information Packet www.wvlegislature.gov | West Virginia Legislature’s Office of Reference & Information | 1-304-347-4836 2019 Information Packet p. 1 Contents Revised: Mar.4, 2019 2:30PM State Organizational Chart p. 3 Senate Membership Photos p. 4 House Membership Photos p. 5-7 Senate Membership Phone & Office Numbers p. 8 House Membership Phone & Office Numbers p. 9 Senate Leadership & Standing Committees p. 10-12 House Leadership & Standing Committees p. 13-17 Senate Chamber Seating Chart p. 18 House Chamber Seating Chart p. 19 Delegates by District & District Map p. 20-21 Senators by District & District Map p. 22 State Capitol Maps p. 23-28 State Agencies - Toll-Free Numbers p. 29-30 State Colleges & Universities - Toll-Free Numbers p. 30 State Capitol Phone Numbers p. 30 State Agencies - Web site Addresses p. 31-32 State & National Political Org’s - Web site Addresses p. 32 State Colleges & Universities - Web site Addresses p. 33 Congressional District Map & Contact Information p. 34-35 Legislative Calender p. 36 STATE OF WEST VIRGINIA ORGANIZATIONAL CHART CITIZENS LEGISLATIVE EXECUTIVE JUDICIAL BRANCH BRANCH BRANCH HOUSE OF SENATE GOVERNOR SUPREME DELEGATES COURT JOINT ATTORNEY SECRETARY CIRCUIT AGRICULTURE AUDITOR TREASURER COMMITTEE GENERAL OF STATE COURTS FAMILY COURTS DEPARTMENT OF DEPARTMENT OF DEPARTMENT OF DEPARTMENT OF DEPARTMENT OF DEPARTMENT OF DEPARTMENT OF DEPARTMENT OF DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION & ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & HUMAN MILITARY AFFAIRS ADMINISTRATION VETERANS ASST. REVENUE TRANSPORTATION COMMERCE THE ARTS PROTECTION RESOURCES & PUBLIC SAFETY MAGISTRATE COURTS BUREAU OF WV COUNCIL FOR HIGHER EDUCATION DEPARTMENT SENIOR COMMUNITY & TECH. POLICY COMMISSION OF EDUCATION SERVICES COLLEGE EDUCATION MISCELLANEOUS BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS p. -
2016 West Virginia General Election Voters Guide
Family Policy Council of West Virginia 2016 West Virginia General Election Voters Guide Federal RacesFederal Races My Personal Ballot This Voter Guide has not been approved by the IRS for distribution Print the first page of this guide. Then write in Green = Family Policy Council of WV Endorsed Candidates each of your choices below before going to Redby = 501-C3DO NOT organizations. VOTE FOR Green = Family Policy Council of WV Endorsed Candidates the polls. Red = RaceDO NOT VOTECandidate FOR Party President DO NOT VOTE FOR Gary Johnson Race L My Candidate Race Candidate Party President Donald J. Trump MY VOTE FOR PresidentR PresidentPresident DODO NOTNOT VOTE VOTE FOR FOR Hillary Gary Johnson Clinton L D President Donald J. Trump R MY VOTE FOR Vice-President VicePresident President VOTEDO NOT FOR VOTE Mike FOR Pence Hillary Clinton D R MY VOTE FOR Congressman Vice President DO NOT VOTE FOR William Weld L ViceVice PresidentPresident DOVOTE NOT FOR VOTE Mike FOR Pence Tim Kaine R MY VOTE FOR GovernorD Vice President DO NOT VOTE FOR William Weld L U.S. Congress - MY VOTE FOR Secretary of State Vice President DODO NOTNOT VOTE VOTE FOR FOR Mike Tim Kaine Manypenny D D District 1 MY VOTE FOR Auditor U.S. Congress - U.S. Congress - VOTE FOR David McKinley R District 1 DO NOT VOTE FOR Mike Manypenny D MY VOTE FOR Treasurer District 1 U.S. Congress - U.S. Congress - MY VOTE FOR Comm. Of Agriculture DOVOTE NOT FOR VOTE David FOR McKinley Mark Hunt R D DistrictDistrict 21 U.S. Congress - U.S. -
MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY West Virginia Legislature
1st Session of the 79th Legislature of West Virginia MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY West Virginia Legislature West Virginia Legislature’s Office of Reference & Information Room-MB-27, Building 1, State Capitol Complex, Charleston, WV 25305 phone: (304) 347-4836 | http://www.legis.state.wv.us | fax: (304) 347-4901 09 Contents The West Virginia Legislature’s Membership Directory features House and Senate District Maps with membership listings by district and the 2009 Legislative Calendar. Introduction p. 3 Senate President p. 4 Senate Lawmakers p. 5-13 Senate Committees p. 14-16 Senate District Map p. 17 House Speaker p. 18 House Lawmakers p. 19-43 House Committees p. 44-47 House District Map p. 48-49 Legislative Calendar p. 50 Committee Abbreviations p. 51 Contact Information p. 52 The 79th Legislature of West Virginia - 2009 Under the provisions of the West Virginia Constitution, the Legislature is the lawmaking branch of state government. Legislators are elected by the people to serve as their representative voice in government. The West Virginia Legislature is a citizen legislature -- meaning the members are not full-time legislators, but ordinary citizens who hold other jobs when the Legislature is not meeting. Because the Legislature is comprised of two bodies, the Senate and the House of Delegates, it is called “bicameral.” The Legislative Oath of Office “I do solemnly swear that I will support the Constitution of the State of West Virginia, and faithfully discharge the duties of Senator (or Delegate) according to the best of my ability. I will not accept nor receive, directly nor indirectly, any money or other valuable thing from any corporation, company or person for any vote or influence I may give or withhold, as Senator (or Delegate) on any bill, resolution or appropriation, or for any act I may do or perform as Senator (or Delegate).” 2009 Membership Directory p. -
WV Campaign Finance
State of West Virginia Campaign Financial Statement (Long Form) in Relation to the 2016 Election Year Candidate or Committee Name Candidate or Committee's Treasurer Steptoe & Johnson Good Government Fund Teresa W. Helmick Political Party (for candidates) Treasurer's Mailing Address (Street, Route, or P.O. Box) PO Box 1588 [email protected] Office Sought (for Candidates) District/Division City, State, Zip Code Daytime Phone # Charleston, WV 25326 304-520-4392 Election Cycle Reporting Period (check one): Check if Applicable: Primary - First Report Pre-primary Report Post-primary Report Amended Report You must also check box of General - First Report X Pre-general Report Post-general Report appropriate reporting period Final Report Zero balance required. PAC must also file Form F-6 Non-Election Cycle Reporting Period: Dissolution Annual Report 2016 Calendar Year Due last Saturday in March or within 6 days thereafter REPORT TOTALS Fill in totals at the completion of the report. RECEIPTS OF FUNDS: Totals for this CASH BALANCE SUMMARY Period Beginning Balance $37,939.68 Contributions $210.00 (ending balance from previous report) Monetary Contributions from all Fund-Raising + $0.00 Total Monetary Contributions + $210.00 Events Total Other Income + $0.00 Receipt of a Transfer of Excess Funds + $0.00 Subtotal: a. = $38,149.68 Total Monetary Contributions: = $210.00 In-Kind Contributions + $0.00 Total Expenditures Paid $32,691.43 Total Contributions: = $210.00 Total Disbursements of Excess Funds + $0.00 Repayment of Loans + $0.00 Other Income $0.00 Subtotal: b. = $32,691.43 Loans Received + $0.00 Total Other Income: = $0.00 Ending Balance: = $5,458.25 (Subtotal a. -
2017 Information Packet
West Virginia Legislature 1st session of the 83RD Legislature 2017 Information Packet www.wvlegislature.gov | West Virginia Legislature’s Office of Reference & Information | telephone: 1-304-347-4836 2017 Information Packet p. 1 Contents Revised: January 30, 2017 2:00PM State Organizational Chart p. 3 Senate Membership Photos p. 4 House Membership Photos p. 5-7 Senate Membership Phone & Office Numbers p. 8 House Membership Phone & Office Numbers p. 9 Senate Leadership & Standing Committees p. 10-12 House Leadership & Standing Committees p. 13-17 Senate Chamber Seating Chart p. 18 House Chamber Seating Chart p. 19 Delegates by District & District Map p. 20-21 Senators by District & District Map p. 22 State Capitol Maps p. 23-28 State Agencies - Toll-Free Numbers p. 29-30 State Colleges & Universities - Toll-Free Numbers p. 30 State Capitol Phone Numbers p. 30 State Agencies - Web site Addresses p. 31-32 State & National Political Org’s - Web site Addresses p. 32 State Colleges & Universities - Web site Addresses p. 33 Congressional District Map & Contact Information p. 34-35 Legislative Calender p. 36 STATE OF WEST VIRGINIA ORGANIZATIONAL CHART CITIZENS LEGISLATIVE EXECUTIVE JUDICIAL BRANCH BRANCH BRANCH HOUSE OF SENATE GOVERNOR SUPREME DELEGATES COURT JOINT ATTORNEY SECRETARY CIRCUIT AGRICULTURE AUDITOR TREASURER COMMITTEE GENERAL OF STATE COURTS FAMILY COURTS DEPARTMENT OF DEPARTMENT OF DEPARTMENT OF DEPARTMENT OF DEPARTMENT OF DEPARTMENT OF DEPARTMENT OF DEPARTMENT OF DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION & ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & HUMAN MILITARY AFFAIRS ADMINISTRATION VETERANS ASST. REVENUE TRANSPORTATION COMMERCE THE ARTS PROTECTION RESOURCES & PUBLIC SAFETY MAGISTRATE COURTS BUREAU OF WV COUNCIL FOR HIGHER EDUCATION DEPARTMENT SENIOR COMMUNITY & TECH. -
Underthedome
UNDER the DOME FEBRUARY 24, 2016 Welcome Under the Dome is an update on actions and activities of the West Virginia Legislature, provided during the regular legislative session and interim sessions for West Virginia University faculty and staff by WVU’s Office of State, Corporate and Local Relations. This issue provides a review of legislation critical to WVU and other legislative activity. Protecting WVU Tech A bipartisan group of House and Senate members have introduced bills to ensure the continued viability of WVU Tech. HB 4310 (sponsored by Delegates John O’Neal, Bill Anderson, Lynne Arvon, Mick Bates, Paul Espinosa, Barbara Fleischauer, Cindy Frich, Brian Kurcaba, Tim Miley, Eric Nelson and Joe Statler) was introduced last week. A companion bill, SB 386 (sponsored by Senators Jeff Mullins, Bob Beach, Craig Blair, Ed Gaunch, Mike Hall, Jeff Kessler, Roman Prezioso, Charles Trump and Bob Williams), was introduced as well. It passed the House on Monday. It will soon be considered by the Senate. WVU Extension Service SB 403, relating to cooperative extension workers, was introduced Wednesday by Senators Kent Leonhardt and Bob Williams. This bill seeks to amend §19-8-1 of the West Virginia Code. Current code was written in the 1960s, and this legislation updates code to reflect the current organizational function of our Extension Service agents. The bill passed the Senate. It will be considered by the House Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee and the House Government Organization Committee. Right to Work SB 1, Establishing West Virginia Workplace Freedom Act (commonly referred to as Right to Work), was passed by the Senate and House. -
Underthedome
UNDER the DOME MARCH 16, 2016 Welcome Under the Dome is an update on actions and activities of the West Virginia Legislature, provided during the regular legislative session and interim sessions for West Virginia University faculty and staff by WVU’s Office of State, Corporate and Local Relations. This issue provides a review of the 2016 legislative session, the key accomplishments critical to WVU, the high-profile bills passed and defeated, and the budget proposals unveiled by the governor and legislature. 2016 Session – An Overview The second session of the 82nd Legislature concluded at midnight on March 12. Governor Tomblin extended the 60-day regular session through Tuesday, March 15, in order to deal with the budget. There was no agreement between the two chambers on the final budget. Therefore, it is expected that the legislature will reconvene in late spring to further consider the budget before the new fiscal year begins on July 1, 2016. A balanced budget must be signed by the governor before that date. A total of 1,896 bills were introduced this session; 276 bills completed legislative action, meaning they passed both chambers. Of that number, 139 originated in the House and 137 originated in the Senate. The full list of completed legislation can be found on the Legislature’s “Bill Status” page at legis.state.wv.us/ Bill_Status/Bills_all_pass.cfm?year=2016&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill. A total of 169 resolutions were adopted this session. To see a full list of the resolutions approved, visit legis. state.wv.us/Bill_Status/res_all_pass.cfm?year=2016&sessiontype=rs&btype=res.