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Newsletter article CAG January 31, 2024
Misc. Updates with Links for More In-Depth Reading
Some good news! The progress of a number of bad bills we alerted you about last week has slowed. Other bills, both good and bad, have advanced, but are pending in other committees for further consideration. Lots of links here for more on what happened last week, a look at where things are heading this week, and other great resources for legislative updates and actions. More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy, Families, Healthcare
Misc. Updates with Links for More In-Depth Reading
Some good news! The progress of a number of bad bills we alerted you about last week has slowed. Other bills, both good and bad, have advanced, but are pending in other committees for further consideration. Lots of links here for more on what happened last week, a look at where things are heading this week, and other great resources for legislative updates and actions. More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy, Families, Healthcare
Newsletter article CAG January 24, 2024
January 23rd was Maternal Health Awareness Day
Access to maternal healthcare is a crisis around the country, especially rural states. More than 2.2 million US women live in maternity care deserts, which means that in their county there are no hospitals that provide obstetric care, birth centers, ob/gyns or certified nurse midwives. Women in the Mountain State deserve to have the best care before and after their babies are born. It is up to our leaders to make sure these services are available. More
Issues: Civil Rights, Families, Healthcare
January 23rd was Maternal Health Awareness Day
Access to maternal healthcare is a crisis around the country, especially rural states. More than 2.2 million US women live in maternity care deserts, which means that in their county there are no hospitals that provide obstetric care, birth centers, ob/gyns or certified nurse midwives. Women in the Mountain State deserve to have the best care before and after their babies are born. It is up to our leaders to make sure these services are available. More
Issues: Civil Rights, Families, Healthcare
Newsletter article CAG January 24, 2024
‘Bad Idea Factory’ in Full Swing
Some of the most harmful proposals deal with criminal law. Not only are they doubling down on the failed war on drugs, but two different death penalty bills have been introduced in the Senate. Not satisfied that they did enough harm to trans youth during the last legislative session, there is yet another bill (SB 194) aimed at further restricting access to care to life-saving care for these vulnerable young people. There's also a transphobic ‘bathroom bill’ (HB 4806) seeks to prohibit trans youth from using school restrooms associated with their gender identity. More
Issues: Civil Rights, Families, Healthcare
‘Bad Idea Factory’ in Full Swing
Some of the most harmful proposals deal with criminal law. Not only are they doubling down on the failed war on drugs, but two different death penalty bills have been introduced in the Senate. Not satisfied that they did enough harm to trans youth during the last legislative session, there is yet another bill (SB 194) aimed at further restricting access to care to life-saving care for these vulnerable young people. There's also a transphobic ‘bathroom bill’ (HB 4806) seeks to prohibit trans youth from using school restrooms associated with their gender identity. More
Issues: Civil Rights, Families, Healthcare
Action Alert CAG January 24, 2024
Urgent Partner Alerts: Keep Guns and Propaganda Out of WV Schools
Call to Action from Moms Demand Action: We received notice that HB 4299, the Arming Teachers and Administrators bill will be heard in the House Education Committee WEDNESDAY 1/24 at 2:00 p.m. Plus details and ways to take action on other bills soon to be considered by the full Senate, including SB 468, which would require West Virginia teachers to use curriculum developed by out-of-state, anti-science, anti-abortion extremists. More
Issues: Civil Rights, Families
Urgent Partner Alerts: Keep Guns and Propaganda Out of WV Schools
Call to Action from Moms Demand Action: We received notice that HB 4299, the Arming Teachers and Administrators bill will be heard in the House Education Committee WEDNESDAY 1/24 at 2:00 p.m. Plus details and ways to take action on other bills soon to be considered by the full Senate, including SB 468, which would require West Virginia teachers to use curriculum developed by out-of-state, anti-science, anti-abortion extremists. More
Issues: Civil Rights, Families
Action Alert CAG January 20, 2024
Attend a Public Hearing on Net Metering – Mon. Jan. 22 @5:30 PM
The Public Service Commission will be holding a public hearing on case 23-0460-E-42T (Monongahela Power Company and The Potomac Edison Company) Monday, Jan. 22 at 5:30 pm. Along with a significant rate increase, this case includes a proposal to slash net metering credits in half. Citizens can attend the hearing in person at the PSC headquarters or virtually through Microsoft Teams. Two community events have also been scheduled for residents to come together to support solar. Details here. More
Issues: Economy, Energy, Families
Attend a Public Hearing on Net Metering – Mon. Jan. 22 @5:30 PM
The Public Service Commission will be holding a public hearing on case 23-0460-E-42T (Monongahela Power Company and The Potomac Edison Company) Monday, Jan. 22 at 5:30 pm. Along with a significant rate increase, this case includes a proposal to slash net metering credits in half. Citizens can attend the hearing in person at the PSC headquarters or virtually through Microsoft Teams. Two community events have also been scheduled for residents to come together to support solar. Details here. More
Issues: Economy, Energy, Families
Action Alert CAG January 19, 2024
Jan. 20 Save Our Solar Rally Rescheduled to Jan. 27
The Save Our Solar Rally originally slated for January 20, 2024 has been rescheduled to January 27, 2024 due to inclement weather and poor travel conditions throughout WV. More
Issues: Economy, Energy, Families
Jan. 20 Save Our Solar Rally Rescheduled to Jan. 27
The Save Our Solar Rally originally slated for January 20, 2024 has been rescheduled to January 27, 2024 due to inclement weather and poor travel conditions throughout WV. More
Issues: Economy, Energy, Families
Newsletter article CAG January 18, 2024
Health Care for All-WV Priority #1: Protect Medicaid
The 2024 West Virginia Legislative Session is in full swing! For Health Care for All-WV our highest priority is protecting Medicaid. We 're also following other bills that will improve access to care for our most vulnerable. These include an increase to the Medicaid dental benefit for adults from $1000 to $2000. Stay tuned and we will keep you informed about the healthcare legislation that will affect you and your family. More
Issues: Families, Healthcare
Health Care for All-WV Priority #1: Protect Medicaid
The 2024 West Virginia Legislative Session is in full swing! For Health Care for All-WV our highest priority is protecting Medicaid. We 're also following other bills that will improve access to care for our most vulnerable. These include an increase to the Medicaid dental benefit for adults from $1000 to $2000. Stay tuned and we will keep you informed about the healthcare legislation that will affect you and your family. More
Issues: Families, Healthcare
Newsletter article CAG January 18, 2024
Upcoming Events
Visit https://wvcag.org/event-calendar/ to see more about upcoming events! More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy, Environment, Families
Upcoming Events
Visit https://wvcag.org/event-calendar/ to see more about upcoming events! More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy, Environment, Families
Action Alert CAG January 16, 2024
We can lift 400,000 kids out of poverty
Tell Rep. Miller, “Please support the child tax credit in the federal tax bill being considered by the House Ways and Means Committee. West Virginia kids and families need this lifeline. And, NO child should be too poor to receive the Child Tax Credit.” More
Issues: Families
We can lift 400,000 kids out of poverty
Tell Rep. Miller, “Please support the child tax credit in the federal tax bill being considered by the House Ways and Means Committee. West Virginia kids and families need this lifeline. And, NO child should be too poor to receive the Child Tax Credit.” More
Issues: Families
Citizen Action Group Blog CAG January 8, 2024
Fully Funding WIC is a Matter of Priorities
WIC is an investment in families and kids’ that benefits all of us in the future and requires action RIGHT NOW! More
Issues: Families
Fully Funding WIC is a Matter of Priorities
WIC is an investment in families and kids’ that benefits all of us in the future and requires action RIGHT NOW! More
Issues: Families
Newsletter CAG December 20, 2023
Capital Eye Vol. 16, No. 12: 2023 – What a Year!
Our multi-faceted approach to positive change is building momentum. Keep reading to find out more. More
Issues: Budget Priorities, Democracy, Economy, Environment, Fair taxation, Families, Healthcare, Workers
Capital Eye Vol. 16, No. 12: 2023 – What a Year!
Our multi-faceted approach to positive change is building momentum. Keep reading to find out more. More
Issues: Budget Priorities, Democracy, Economy, Environment, Fair taxation, Families, Healthcare, Workers
Action Alert CAG December 5, 2023
Save the Date: Save Our Solar Rally Jan. 20 at the State Capitol
Solar is under attack by legislators and monopoly utilities that are leading the effort to change net metering rules—important policies that ensure solar is economically viable and accessible to all consumers. Join us for a rally at the West Virginia Capitol building on January 20th at 2pm for a rally in support of our solar future. More
Issues: Economy, Energy, Families
Save the Date: Save Our Solar Rally Jan. 20 at the State Capitol
Solar is under attack by legislators and monopoly utilities that are leading the effort to change net metering rules—important policies that ensure solar is economically viable and accessible to all consumers. Join us for a rally at the West Virginia Capitol building on January 20th at 2pm for a rally in support of our solar future. More
Issues: Economy, Energy, Families
Citizen Action Group Blog CAG November 15, 2023
The West Side of Charleston is In Crisis – Ways to Help
1,100 homes on Charleston's West Side have lost gas-powered heat since Friday night. Here are some ways to help and find help. More
Issues: Energy, Families
The West Side of Charleston is In Crisis – Ways to Help
1,100 homes on Charleston's West Side have lost gas-powered heat since Friday night. Here are some ways to help and find help. More
Issues: Energy, Families
Action Alert CAG November 14, 2023
Manna Meal Needs Your Support
Manna Meal is ready to serve. They offer sanctuary as well as nourishment, tucked in the side of St. John's Episcopal Church. Generations of church leadership have supported this beacon of mercy in the City of Charleston. This past week, their on-site program was shut down. We call on elected representatives to work together to create solutions that safeguard ALL and allow services to continue at the Quarrier Street location. Join us by taking action here. More
Issues: Democracy, Economy, Families
Manna Meal Needs Your Support
Manna Meal is ready to serve. They offer sanctuary as well as nourishment, tucked in the side of St. John's Episcopal Church. Generations of church leadership have supported this beacon of mercy in the City of Charleston. This past week, their on-site program was shut down. We call on elected representatives to work together to create solutions that safeguard ALL and allow services to continue at the Quarrier Street location. Join us by taking action here. More
Issues: Democracy, Economy, Families
Newsletter CAG October 25, 2023
Capital Eye Vol. 16, No. 11: Continuing the Fight for Democracy, the Environment and Health Care for All
Our October eNewsletter is out! WV Citizen Action and our many friends and partners have been hard at work this summer and fall. WVCAG's multi-faceted approach to positive change is building momentum. Keep reading to find out more. More
Issues: Budget Priorities, Civil Rights, Democracy, Energy, Environment, Fair taxation, Families, Healthcare, Workers
Capital Eye Vol. 16, No. 11: Continuing the Fight for Democracy, the Environment and Health Care for All
Our October eNewsletter is out! WV Citizen Action and our many friends and partners have been hard at work this summer and fall. WVCAG's multi-faceted approach to positive change is building momentum. Keep reading to find out more. More
Issues: Budget Priorities, Civil Rights, Democracy, Energy, Environment, Fair taxation, Families, Healthcare, Workers
Newsletter article CAG October 25, 2023
WV Citizen Action’s 2023 Awards Picnic: Meet Our Awardees
On Saturday, September 16th we gathered at Coonskin Park to celebrate our awardees, reflect on the work we’ve done and what’s to come, and spend time with old and new friends. We wanted to take another opportunity to lift up our amazing awardees and their work, especially for those who were unable to join us. Special thanks to our attendees and sponsors for making this day and our work possible. More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy, Environment, Families, Healthcare
WV Citizen Action’s 2023 Awards Picnic: Meet Our Awardees
On Saturday, September 16th we gathered at Coonskin Park to celebrate our awardees, reflect on the work we’ve done and what’s to come, and spend time with old and new friends. We wanted to take another opportunity to lift up our amazing awardees and their work, especially for those who were unable to join us. Special thanks to our attendees and sponsors for making this day and our work possible. More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy, Environment, Families, Healthcare
Newsletter article CAG October 24, 2023
Southern WV’s Renewable Revolution
The West Virginia New Jobs Coalition has embarked on a journey across Southern West Virginia. Our mission? To promote the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and provide invaluable assistance to towns in securing crucial federal funds for transformative projects. More
Issues: Economy, Energy, Families
Southern WV’s Renewable Revolution
The West Virginia New Jobs Coalition has embarked on a journey across Southern West Virginia. Our mission? To promote the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and provide invaluable assistance to towns in securing crucial federal funds for transformative projects. More
Issues: Economy, Energy, Families
Action Alert CAG September 18, 2023
Care Over Cost Webinar: How Insurance Companies Profit from Healthcare Denials!
Together, we can raise our voices, shed light, and make real change. More
Issues: Families, Healthcare
Care Over Cost Webinar: How Insurance Companies Profit from Healthcare Denials!
Together, we can raise our voices, shed light, and make real change. More
Issues: Families, Healthcare
Action Alert CAG September 1, 2023
2023 WV Citizen Action Awards Picnic – Meet our awardees!
One of West Virginia’s biggest strengths is its people. The Mountain State is full of passionate folks doing the work needed to improve the lives of their fellow West Virginians and ensure our people are safe, healthy, and successful. That’s one reason why, each year, we come together to recognize several individuals for their contributions to our state and their communities. Please join us in honoring and celebrating our awardees! More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy, Economy, Energy, Environment, Fair taxation, Families, Healthcare, Workers
2023 WV Citizen Action Awards Picnic – Meet our awardees!
One of West Virginia’s biggest strengths is its people. The Mountain State is full of passionate folks doing the work needed to improve the lives of their fellow West Virginians and ensure our people are safe, healthy, and successful. That’s one reason why, each year, we come together to recognize several individuals for their contributions to our state and their communities. Please join us in honoring and celebrating our awardees! More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy, Economy, Energy, Environment, Fair taxation, Families, Healthcare, Workers
Action Alert CAG August 21, 2023
Our Lunch Out Loud Webinar Series Continues With Two Events in August
Our Lunch Out Loud webinar series continues this month with two informative events. Thursday, August 24th, join a panel of lobbyists, former legislators, and journalists as they discuss what is happening, the lack of transparency and the impacts on democratic participation. We'll also have a "bonus" event for this month to commemorate the 60th Anniversary of the March on Washington on Monday, August 28th to hear from West Virginians who were there on that historic day. More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy, Economy, Families, Healthcare
Our Lunch Out Loud Webinar Series Continues With Two Events in August
Our Lunch Out Loud webinar series continues this month with two informative events. Thursday, August 24th, join a panel of lobbyists, former legislators, and journalists as they discuss what is happening, the lack of transparency and the impacts on democratic participation. We'll also have a "bonus" event for this month to commemorate the 60th Anniversary of the March on Washington on Monday, August 28th to hear from West Virginians who were there on that historic day. More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy, Economy, Families, Healthcare