Governor Patrick Morrisey

Governor Patrick Morrisey Patrick James Morrisey is the 37th governor of West Virginia. Morrisey took office on January 13, 2025.

He campaigned across all 55 counties during his bid for governor, running to make West Virginia once again the shining state in the mountains.

06/02/2026

Today at Wheeling’s Heritage Port, Governor Morrisey joined local veterans and lawmakers for the ceremonial signing of a new law that changes that. Now, parking in a Purple Heart space without authorization is an offense punishable by law, just like a handicapped space.

This isn't just about a parking spot; it’s about a level of respect.

We thank Amanda Barren WOWK from WOWK 13 NEWS for covering the story and the Ohio Valley advocates and lawmakers who championed this bill.

Find out more at https://governor.wv.gov/article/governor-morrisey-signs-veterans-legislation-honoring-purple-heart-recipients-and-gold-star

06/02/2026

Governor Patrick Morrisey will be signing two veterans-focused bills today during a ceremonial event at the Wheeling Waterfront alongside military families, veterans, and state lawmakers. The legislation strengthens protections for Purple Heart recipients by establishing enforcement penalties for unauthorized use of designated Purple Heart parking spaces and extends vehicle registration fee waivers to Gold Star parents.

What a night in Morgantown!I was proud to join thousands of Mountaineer fans as WVU Baseball battled to a thrilling 6-5 ...
06/02/2026

What a night in Morgantown!

I was proud to join thousands of Mountaineer fans as WVU Baseball battled to a thrilling 6-5 walk-off victory over Kentucky to win the Regional Championship. The Mountaineers are headed to their third straight Super Regional, and for the first time in program history, they'll host it right here in West Virginia.

Let’s go Mountaineers!

06/01/2026

Governor Patrick Morrisey today announced a $3.4 million for a statewide local health challenge funding opportunity to advance prevention-focused, community-based health initiatives through West Virginia’s continued participation in the federal Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP). With this announcement, total funding opportunities and implementation initiatives announced under the program now exceed $65 million.

Game day in Morgantown! Governor Morrisey joined Mountaineer fans at Kendrick Family Ballpark as WVU begins NCAA Regiona...
05/29/2026

Game day in Morgantown! Governor Morrisey joined Mountaineer fans at Kendrick Family Ballpark as WVU begins NCAA Regional action, representing West Virginia on the national stage.

Let’s go, Mountaineers!

05/28/2026

Governor Patrick Morrisey today announced the next phase of West Virginia’s America250 celebration with the launch of a new America250 merchandise line and a statewide bell-ringing initiative honoring the United States’ 250th anniversary.

05/27/2026

Governor Morrisey Signs Workforce Pell Grant and Micro-Credentialing Legislation at New River CTC

05/21/2026

Governor Patrick Morrisey today celebrated the opening of the new Elk River Trail Headquarters at the Dundon Trailhead in Clay County, along with a 4.3-mile expansion of the Elk River Trail and the site’s designation as an official Mountaineer Mile location.

05/21/2026

Governor Patrick Morrisey today announced a $12 million Regional Hub Tourism and Recreational Complex. Combined with previously secured grants, this cements a $16.5 million total investment in Upshur County.

“This is a once-in-a-generation opportunity for Upshur County and the surrounding region,” said Governor Morrisey. “Projects like this attract visitors who support our hotels, restaurants, and small businesses while helping strengthen local economies. They encourage West Virginians to get outside, stay active, and enjoy the community around them.”

The new AMLER award, combined with previously secured local, state, and private resources, brings total funding committed for Phase I of the project to approximately $16.5 million, fully funding the project’s first phase of development. Planned facilities include baseball, soccer, and lacrosse fields, mountain bike flow tracks, an ice-skating rink, and a Snowflex tubing hill for year-round recreation.

https://governor.wv.gov/article/governor-morrisey-announces-12m-amler-award-distribution-upshur-county-multi-sport-complex

05/19/2026

Governor Morrisey Announces America 250 Celebration at the State Capitol

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