Office of Reference & Information

Joint Committee on Government & Finance

Created by the Joint Committee on Government & Finance in 1976, the Office of Reference & Information disseminates information on all facets of the legislative process. The office serves the general public, lawmakers and the media by producing written and electronic educational materials, publications and news releases regarding the actions of the Legislature. In addition, the office designs and maintains the Legislature's Web site, handles all legislative photography and houses the legislative research library. All work of the office is nonpartisan and covers the actions of both the Senate and the House of Delegates.

Publications

Membership Directory

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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 - 2026
Membership Directory - 2025
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

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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

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

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 - 2026
Information Packet - 2025
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

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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

Blog - Today in the Legislature

Today in the Legislature is a daily synopsis of legislative activities including the floor sessions, special events and days at the Legislature.
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Photography

All official legislative photography is handled by the Office of Reference & Information - including event photography and historically significant Capitol photography.
Visit the Capitol Photo Gallery »

News Releases

Upon lawmaker request, our staff prepares and distributes news releases or media advisories regarding legislation, committee appointments, public hearings and other issues.
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Legislative Library

Our office houses the Legislative Library, which has the Acts of the Legislature, House & Senate Journals, West Virginia Blue Books and the Annotated Code of WV. The library is open to the public for research - books and materials cannot be removed from the office.
Contact our Research Manager »

Legislature's Web Site

The West Virginia Legislature website serves as a central public information resource for legislative activities, historical records, educational materials, and public communication. The office oversees the development and support of the Legislature's digital services and online resources, working to improve accessibility, maintain reliable public access, and support the daily operations of the legislative process. Its ongoing mission is to simplify and improve legislative communication while maintaining an accessible and reliable connection between the Legislature and the people of West Virginia.
Contact our Webmaster »

Social Media

Information Office staff manage the official West Virginia Legislature social media accounts:

• West Virginia Legislature on Facebook
• @wvlegislature on Twitter
• @wvhouse on Twitter (House floor action)
• @wvsenate on Twitter (Senate floor action)

Three YouTube channels are also managed:

• WV Legislature on YouTube
• West Virginia Senate on YouTube
• West Virginia House of Delegates on YouTube

Application for Media Privileges

The application for access to the House and Senate floors during session can be found in the Reference & Information Office. New photos will be taken, if necessary, and passes must be retrieved each year.

Media Privileges Application (PDF) - Applicants are permitted to fill out the form digitally and submit it to ann.ali@wvhouse.gov

Temporary press passes are available from the Sergeant-At-Arms or Communications Directors for either the House or the Senate. Press passes must be displayed at all times.

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