West Virginia became the 35th state on June 20, 1863.
Its civic profile is shaped by its Civil War creation, Appalachian communities, coal, labor history, forests, rivers, small towns, health care access, and economic transition. Public decisions about roads, broadband, schools, addiction services, energy, water, and local services often carry immediate consequences in mountain communities. West Virginia’s congressional delegation and state government structure follow below, along with links to verify anything firsthand.
Mountaineers are always free
State Motto
West Virginia's voice in Congress.
Every state has two senators. Its number of representatives is set by population and can change after each census.
West Virginia's Delegation
Choose a member to see their contact information, congressional work, and committee assignments.
Senator
James Justice (Republican)
Senator
Shelley Moore Capito (Republican)
District 1
Carol Miller (Republican)
District 2
Riley Moore (Republican)
The states are the laboratories of democracy.
Justice Louis BrandeisState Leadership
Governor
Patrick Morrisey (Republican)
Lieutenant Governor
Randy E. Smith (Republican)
Quick Facts
Capital
Charleston
Population
Approximately 1.77 million
Electoral votes
4
Congressional districts
2
Official Links
Use these sources to check current state records, filings, elections, and public notices.
