West Virginia House Republicans have announced several leadership roles regarding the new legislative session. Del. Roger Hanshaw, R-Clay, is expected to lead as speaker of the House for a fifth time, according to a news release from the chamber. Majority Leader will be Pat McGeehan, R-Hancock. Majority Whip will be Marty Gearheart, R-Mercer. The Speaker Pro Tempore will be Matt Rohrbach, R-Cabell. The West Virginia Legislature’s 2025 regular session began Wednesday.