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West Virginia Blue Book

West Virginia Blue Book
Produced by: Senate Clerk's Office

Contact:
phone: (304) 357-7800
e-mail: senate.clerk@wvsenate.gov
Published each year, the Blue Book is an extensive guide containing information on current officials in the executive, legislative and judicial branches of state government; federal officers, including the president, congressional representatives and judges; and, political leaders, including party committee chairs and members. The books, published in odd-numbered years and the 2000 edition, include photographs and biographies of these officials. This publication also contains information on state and federal agencies; postal information; the Constitutions of the United States and West Virginia; and, considerable information on counties, municipalities and various organizations.

2017-2018 Blue Book

Frontice (p. I-VIII)
Section 1: Executive (p. 1-330)
Section 2: Legislative (p. 331-508)
Section 3: Judicial (p. 509-546)
Section 4: Constitutional (p. 547-642)
Section 5: Institutions (p. 643-690)
Section 6: Federal (p. 691-766)
Section 7: Press, Television & Radio, Postal (p. 767-780)
Section 8: Political (p. 781-872)
Section 9: Counties (p. 873-942)
Section 10: Municipalities (p. 943-1038)
Section 11: Departmental, Statistical & General Information (p. 1039-1116)

2015-2016 Blue Book

Frontice (p. I-XIV)
Section 1: Executive (p. 1-336)
Section 2: Legislative (p. 337-512)
Section 3: Judicial (p. 513-542)
Section 4: Constitutional (p. 543-628)
Section 5: Institutions (p. 629-676)
Section 6: Federal (p. 677-752)
Section 7: Press, Television & Radio, Postal (p. 753-766)
Section 8: Political (p. 767-876)
Section 9: Counties (p. 877-946)
Section 10: Municipalities (p. 947-1042)
Section 11: Departmental, Statistical & General Information (p. 1043-1116)
Section 12: Index (p. 1117-1134)


Archived Editions:
2012 WV Blue Book
2011 WV Blue Book
2008 WV Blue Book
2007 WV Blue Book
2006 WV Blue Book
2005 WV Blue Book
2004 WV Blue Book
2003 WV Blue Book
2002 WV Blue Book
2001 WV Blue Book
2000 WV Blue Book
1999 WV Blue Book
1998 WV Blue Book
1997 WV Blue Book
1996 WV Blue Book
1995 WV Blue Book
1994 WV Blue Book
1993 WV Blue Book
1992 WV Blue Book
1991 WV Blue Book
1989 WV Blue Book
1987 WV Blue Book
1986 WV Blue Book
1985 WV Blue Book
1984 WV Blue Book
1983 WV Blue Book
1982 WV Blue Book
1981 WV Blue Book
1980 WV Blue Book
1979 WV Blue Book
1978 WV Blue Book
1977 WV Blue Book
1976 WV Blue Book
1975 WV Blue Book
1973 WV Blue Book
1972 WV Blue Book
1971 WV Blue Book
1970 WV Blue Book
1969 WV Blue Book
1968 WV Blue Book
1967 WV Blue Book
1966 WV Blue Book
1965 WV Blue Book
1964 WV Blue Book
1963 WV Blue Book
1962 WV Blue Book
1961 WV Blue Book
1960 WV Blue Book
1959 WV Blue Book
1958 WV Blue Book
1957 WV Blue Book
1956 WV Blue Book
1955 WV Blue Book
1954 WV Blue Book
1953 WV Blue Book
1952 WV Blue Book
1951 WV Blue Book
1950 WV Blue Book
1949 WV Blue Book
1948 WV Blue Book
1947 WV Blue Book
1946 WV Blue Book
1945 WV Blue Book
1944 WV Blue Book
1943 WV Blue Book
1942 WV Blue Book
1941 WV Blue Book
1940 WV Blue Book
1939 WV Blue Book
1938 WV Blue Book
1936 WV Blue Book
1935 WV Blue Book
1934 WV Blue Book
1933 WV Blue Book
1931 WV Blue Book
1930 WV Blue Book
1929 WV Blue Book
1928 WV Blue Book
1927 WV Blue Book
1926 WV Blue Book
1925 WV Blue Book
1924 WV Blue Book
1923 WV Blue Book
1922 WV Blue Book
1921 WV Blue Book
1920 WV Blue Book
1919 WV Blue Book
1918 WV Blue Book
1917 WV Blue Book
1916 WV Blue Book

The West Virginia Capitol: A Commemorative History

A Commemorative History of the West Virginia Capitol
Produced by: Senate Clerk's Office

Contact:
phone: (304) 357-7800
e-mail: senate.clerk@wvsenate.gov

On the web: Capitol History
Download: Capitol History [PDF]
First printed in 1982 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Capitol's dedication, this publication contains archival pictures, photographs and detailed accounts of the Statehouse's history - from its early locations and a devastating fire to Cass Gilbert's vision, its awe-inspiring construction in Charleston and the intricate details that citizens continue to enjoy today. The book also includes information on the Governor's Mansion and a summary of statistical figures concerning the Capitol.

Page Program Book

Page Program Book
Created as a guide for students participating in the Legislature's Page Program, this book provides valuable information on the members of the Senate and House of Delegates, including their photographs and seating charts. It also details students' responsibilities while serving as pages and important rules to follow while in the Chambers. In addition, the book includes Capitol maps, an explanation of the legislative process and historical information on West Virginia.

Senate Journals

Senate Journals
Produced by: Senate Clerk's Office

Contact:
Legislative Duplicating
duplicating@wvlegislature.gov
phone: (304) 347-4811

On the web: Legislature's Bulletin Board

Senate Topical Index & Bill History

Senate Index and Abstract
Produced by: Senate Clerk's Office

Contact:
Legislative Duplicating
duplicating@wvlegislature.gov
phone: (304) 347-4811

On the web: Legislature's Bulletin Board
Printed daily, the Senate Topical Index contains a list of all bills introduced by subject and includes short titles of each measure. The Senate Bill History, also printed daily, is a numerical listing of all bills introduced, including short titles, sponsor(s), notation of companion House bills and an updated history of Senate and House action from introduction through approval or veto by the governor. These publications are available online.

Acts of the Legislature of West Virginia

Acts of the Legislature of West Virginia
Produced by: House Clerk's Office

Contact:
phone: (304) 340-3200
e-mail: house.clerk@wvhouse.gov
Published each year, the Acts of the Legislature of West Virginia is the official compilation of the bills and resolutions passed by both houses each session and which have subsequently become law. As the Legislature's record keeper, the Clerk of the House of Delegates is charged with preparing, organizing and distributing this publication. The House Clerk has custody of the Acts of the Legislature and delivers certified copies of them for a fee.

Acts of the Legislature

2020s
ACTS 2023 - Vol. 1 | Vol. 2
ACTS 2022 - V. 1 | V. 2 | V. 3
ACTS 2021 - Vol. 1 | Vol. 2
ACTS 2020 - Vol. 1 | Vol. 2
2010s
ACTS 2019 - Vol. 1 | Vol. 2
ACTS 2018 - Vol. 1 | Vol. 2
ACTS 2017 - Vol. 1 | Vol. 2
ACTS 2016 - Vol. 1 | Vol. 2
ACTS 2015 - Vol. 1 | Vol. 2
ACTS 2014 - Vol. 1 | Vol. 2
ACTS 2013 - Vol. 1 | Vol. 2
ACTS 2012 - Vol. 1 | Vol. 2
ACTS 2011 - Vol. 1 | Vol. 2
ACTS 2010 - Vol. 1 | Vol. 2
2000s
ACTS 2009 - Vol. 1 | Vol. 2
ACTS 2008 - Vol. 1 | Vol. 2
ACTS 2007 - Vol. 1 | Vol. 2
ACTS 2006 - Vol. 1 | Vol. 2
ACTS 2005 - Vol. 1 | Vol. 2
ACTS 2004 - Vol. 1 | Vol. 2
ACTS 2003 - V. 1 | V. 2 | 2ES
ACTS 2002 - Vol. 1 | Vol. 2
ACTS 2001 - Vol. 1 | Vol. 2
ACTS 2000 - Vol. 1 | Vol. 2
1990s
ACTS 1999 - Vol. 1 | Vol. 2
ACTS 1998 - Vol. 1 | Vol. 2
ACTS 1997 - Vol. 1 | Vol. 2
ACTS 1996 - Vol. 1 | Vol. 2
ACTS 1995 - Vol. 1 | Vol. 2
ACTS 1994 - Vol. 1 | Vol. 2
ACTS 1993 - Vol. 1 | Vol. 2
ACTS 1992 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1991 - Vol. 1 | Vol. 2
ACTS 1990 - Vol. 1 | Vol. 2
1980s
ACTS 1989 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1988 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1987 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1986 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1985 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1984 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1983 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1982 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1981 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1980 - Vol. 1
1970s
ACTS 1979 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1978 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1977 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1976 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1975 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1974 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1973 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1972 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1971 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1970 - Vol. 1
1960s
ACTS 1969 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1967-1968 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1965-1966 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1963-1964 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1961-1962 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1959-1960 - Vol. 1
1950s
ACTS 1959-1960 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1957-1958 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1955-1956 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1953 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1951 - Vol. 1
1940s
ACTS 1949 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1947 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1945 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1943 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1941 - Vol. 1
1930s
ACTS 1939 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1937 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1935 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1933 - Vol. 1 | Vol. 2
ACTS 1931 - Vol. 1
1920s
ACTS 1929 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1927 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1925 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1923 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1921 - Vol. 1
1910s
ACTS 1919 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1917 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1916 - 3ES
ACTS 1915 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1913 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1911 - Vol. 1
1900s
ACTS 1909 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1908 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1907 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1905 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1904 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1903 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1901 - Vol. 1
1890s
ACTS 1899 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1897 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1895 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1893 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1891 - Vol. 1
1880s
ACTS 1889 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1887 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1885 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1883 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1882 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1881 - Vol. 1
1870s
ACTS 1879 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1877 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1875 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1872-73 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1872 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1871 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1870 - Vol. 1
1860s
ACTS 1869 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1868 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1867 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1866 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1865 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1864 - Vol. 1
ACTS 1863 - Vol. 1
MISCELLANEA
CONSTITUTION AND SCHEDULE ADOPTED
IN CONVENTION AT CHARLESTON - APRIL 9TH, 1872
SPECIAL ACTS AND RESOLUTIONS 1863-1998 - INDEX
ACTS 1929 - Municipal Charters
ACTS 1925 - Municipal Charters
ACTS 1921 - Municipal Charters
ACTS 1919 - Municipal Charters


Legislative Manual

Legislative Manual
A more abbreviated publication than the Blue Book, this manual is updated every two years and contains photographs and biographies of the current governor and legislators. It also contains the names of congressional representatives, elected state officials, judicial officers, legislative staff, members of the press, former governors and past legislators. In addition, each manual includes statistical information on population, legislative rules, the Declaration of Independence and the Constitutions of the United States and West Virginia.

House Journals

House Journals
Produced by: House Clerk's Office

Contact:
Legislative Duplicating
duplicating@wvlegislature.gov
phone: (304) 347-4811

On the web: Legislature's Bulletin Board

House Topical Index & Abstract

House Index and Abstract
Produced by: House Clerk's Office

Contact:
Legislative Duplicating
duplicating@wvlegislature.gov
phone: (304) 347-4811

On the web: Legislature's Bulletin Board
The House Topical Index contains a list of all bills introduced by subject and includes short titles of each measure and is normally published weekly during session. The House Abstract, normally published daily during session, is a numerical listing of all bills introduced, including short titles, sponsor(s), notation of companion Senate bills and an updated history of Senate and House action from introduction through approval or veto by the governor. These publications are available online.

Membership Directory

Legislative Directory
Produced by:
Office of Reference & Information

Contact:
phone: (304) 347-4836
e-mail: john.tice@wvlegislature.gov

Updated for each new Legislature, this publication contains photographs and contact information for all members of the West Virginia Senate and House of Delegates. In addition, the directory lists the leadership of each chamber and memberships of all standing committees. The pocket-sized booklet also contains general information regarding the Senate and House; the toll-free telephone number and official Web site address for the Legislature; and, an address format for constituents to use when writing their representatives.

Download:
Membership Directory - 2024
Membership Directory (1ES) - 2023
Membership Directory - 2023
Membership Directory - 2022
Membership Directory - 2021
Membership Directory - 2020
Membership Directory - 2019
Membership Directory - 2018
Membership Directory - 2017
Membership Directory - 2016
Membership Directory - 2015
Membership Directory - 2014
Membership Directory - 2013
Membership Directory - 2012
Membership Directory - 2011
Membership Directory - 2010
Membership Directory - 2009
Membership Directory - 2008
Membership Directory - 2007
Membership Directory - 2006
Membership Directory - 2005
Membership Directory - 2004

A Bill Becomes Law

A Bill Becomes Law
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Office of Reference & Information


Contact:
phone: (304) 347-4836
e-mail: john.tice@wvlegislature.gov
Often used for educational purposes, this pamphlet illustrates the process through which legislation advances before it becomes a state law as it walks the reader through each step. Complete with photographs of the Senate and House Chambers, this publication contains detailed summaries of the various stages of the legislative process, including introduction of the bill, committee study, floor action and action by the Governor. It also includes a table with graphics depicting each of the steps.

On the web: A Bill Becomes Law

Chronology of Women in the West Virginia Legislature

Chronology of Women
Produced by:
Office of Reference & Information

Contact:
phone: (304) 347-4836
e-mail: john.tice@wvlegislature.gov

Recently updated, this book contains the names, parties and home counties of all women who have served in the West Virginia Senate or House of Delegates. This publication begins in 1922, when just one woman served in the House, and spans through the years to the present Legislature, in which 22 women currently serve - two in the Senate and 20 in the House.

Chronology of Women

Information Packet

Information Packet
Produced by:
Office of Reference & Information

Contact:
phone: (304) 347-4836
e-mail: john.tice@wvlegislature.gov

A comprehensive reference tool for any interested citizens or Capitol visitors, this packet contains a map of the Capitol, which includes room numbers for all legislators; seating charts for the Senate and House Chambers; Senate, House and Congressional district maps; photographs and contact information for all members of the Legislature; and, phone numbers and addresses for Congressional representatives. Also included are toll-free telephone numbers and Web site addresses for state agencies, colleges and universities. This packet can be downloaded online.

Information Packet - 2024
Information Packet (1ES) - 2023
Information Packet - 2023
Information Packet - 2022
Information Packet - 2021
Information Packet - 2020
Information Packet (1ES) - 2019
Information Packet - 2019
Information Packet - 2018
Information Packet - 2017
Information Packet - 2013
Information Packet - 2012
Information Packet - 2011
Information Packet - 2010
Information Packet - 2009
Information Packet - 2008
Information Packet - 2007
Information Packet - 2005

Internship Brochure

Internship Brochure
Produced by:
Office of Reference & Information

Contact:
phone: (304) 347-4836
e-mail: john.tice@wvlegislature.gov
Profiling the Legislature's five internship programs, which provide opportunities for both undergraduate and graduate students from in-state institutions, this brochure includes descriptions of interns' duties, eligibility requirements, the duration of each program and the number of available positions. For students wishing to receive application deadline information or ask any questions about the programs, this publication contains telephone numbers, e-mail addresses and mailing addresses for each program's contact person.

On the web: Legislature's Internship Program


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