The governor is pushing lawmakers to get more done this session

West Virginia’s governor appeared to call out state lawmakers Tuesday for “inaction” and urged them to “move the needle on issues that matter.” Gov. Patrick Morrisey hinted in a social media post that lawmakers could be heading for a special session if they don’t begin working on and passing legislation he is seeking. A total of 20 bills have been passed by the West Virginia Legislature since the regular session began Feb. 12. A total of 111 bills have been passed by the Senate and await action in the House of Delegates, while 121 bills have been passed by the House and await action in the Senate. The 2025 regular session will end on April 12.