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Newsletter CAG February 28, 2023
Legislative Update Week 7: Crossover Day & Controversial Bills
Crossover day is this Wednesday. Several controversial bills are moving, along with a few good ones. Others remain stalled in committee. If you've not taken action yet, now is the time to make those calls and send those emails! More
Issues: Budget Priorities, Democracy, Economy, Environment, Fair taxation, Families, Healthcare, Workers
Legislative Update Week 7: Crossover Day & Controversial Bills
Crossover day is this Wednesday. Several controversial bills are moving, along with a few good ones. Others remain stalled in committee. If you've not taken action yet, now is the time to make those calls and send those emails! More
Issues: Budget Priorities, Democracy, Economy, Environment, Fair taxation, Families, Healthcare, Workers
Newsletter article CAG February 21, 2023
Elections & Courts Update – Week 6
The WV Association for Justice has flagged two bills related to our civil justice system that are worth watching: HB 3270 and SB 560. More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy, Economy, Families, Workers
Elections & Courts Update – Week 6
The WV Association for Justice has flagged two bills related to our civil justice system that are worth watching: HB 3270 and SB 560. More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy, Economy, Families, Workers
Newsletter article CAG February 21, 2023
Leading for Justice: Updates from the Capitol
HB 2471 which would reinstate the harmful policy of suspending drivers licenses for unpaid fines has been parked. More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy, Economy, Workers
Leading for Justice: Updates from the Capitol
HB 2471 which would reinstate the harmful policy of suspending drivers licenses for unpaid fines has been parked. More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy, Economy, Workers
Newsletter CAG February 21, 2023
Legislative Update Week 6: Tax Plan Will Put WV Underwater
Governor Justice, and our legislature, want WV to be like Kansas, with a budget so underwater our schools won't have the funds to operate. Suffice to say, there's a Lot going on under the dome. Keep reading to find out more about what's happening and how you can take action. More
Issues: Budget Priorities, Democracy, Economy, Environment, Fair taxation, Families, Healthcare, Workers
Legislative Update Week 6: Tax Plan Will Put WV Underwater
Governor Justice, and our legislature, want WV to be like Kansas, with a budget so underwater our schools won't have the funds to operate. Suffice to say, there's a Lot going on under the dome. Keep reading to find out more about what's happening and how you can take action. More
Issues: Budget Priorities, Democracy, Economy, Environment, Fair taxation, Families, Healthcare, Workers
Newsletter article CAG February 14, 2023
Bills Passed Day 1 – Where Are They Now?
Curious what had happened with all the bills the Senate passed the first day? Here's a run down. More
Issues: Budget Priorities, Democracy, Economy, Environment, Fair taxation, Families, Healthcare, Workers
Bills Passed Day 1 – Where Are They Now?
Curious what had happened with all the bills the Senate passed the first day? Here's a run down. More
Issues: Budget Priorities, Democracy, Economy, Environment, Fair taxation, Families, Healthcare, Workers
Newsletter CAG February 14, 2023
Legislative Update Week 5: The Big Disconnect
Too many in the majority party controlling the Legislature right now are basically disconnected from real solutions needed to address many of the critical problems facing our state. Keep reading to find out more about what's happening under the dome and how you can take action. More
Issues: Budget Priorities, Democracy, Economy, Environment, Fair taxation, Families, Healthcare, Workers
Legislative Update Week 5: The Big Disconnect
Too many in the majority party controlling the Legislature right now are basically disconnected from real solutions needed to address many of the critical problems facing our state. Keep reading to find out more about what's happening under the dome and how you can take action. More
Issues: Budget Priorities, Democracy, Economy, Environment, Fair taxation, Families, Healthcare, Workers
Newsletter CAG February 7, 2023
Legislative Update Week 4: Small Government?
The WV Legislature, dominated by the party of so-called ‘small government’, keeps inserting itself into the bedrooms and doctors offices of our citizens, most recently by The House banning all gender-affirming care for our transgender youth, despite vocal opposition... More
Issues: Budget Priorities, Democracy, Economy, Environment, Fair taxation, Families, Healthcare, Workers
Legislative Update Week 4: Small Government?
The WV Legislature, dominated by the party of so-called ‘small government’, keeps inserting itself into the bedrooms and doctors offices of our citizens, most recently by The House banning all gender-affirming care for our transgender youth, despite vocal opposition... More
Issues: Budget Priorities, Democracy, Economy, Environment, Fair taxation, Families, Healthcare, Workers
Press Release February 1, 2023
PRESS RELEASE: WV Truth in History Poll Release, Statement on SB 130
A recent scientific poll indicates young West Virginians are unhappy with the Legislature’s focus on divisive social issues to the point that a majority would at least consider leaving the state if the restrictive bills are passed and the trend continues. More
Issues: Budget Priorities, Civil Rights, Democracy, Economy, Environment, Families, Workers
PRESS RELEASE: WV Truth in History Poll Release, Statement on SB 130
A recent scientific poll indicates young West Virginians are unhappy with the Legislature’s focus on divisive social issues to the point that a majority would at least consider leaving the state if the restrictive bills are passed and the trend continues. More
Issues: Budget Priorities, Civil Rights, Democracy, Economy, Environment, Families, Workers
Newsletter article CAG January 31, 2023
It’s About to Get Ugly, Very Ugly
The Anti-Racism Act of 2023, HB 2007 banning physicians from providing gender-affirming surgery to minors, SB 59 cutting the number of weeks that laid off workers are eligible for unemployment, Bills SB 158 and HB 3018 that would to End Child Marriage, misuse of ARPA funds and more. More
Issues: Civil Rights, Economy, Families, Workers
It’s About to Get Ugly, Very Ugly
The Anti-Racism Act of 2023, HB 2007 banning physicians from providing gender-affirming surgery to minors, SB 59 cutting the number of weeks that laid off workers are eligible for unemployment, Bills SB 158 and HB 3018 that would to End Child Marriage, misuse of ARPA funds and more. More
Issues: Civil Rights, Economy, Families, Workers
Newsletter CAG January 31, 2023
Legislative Update Week 3: It’s About to Get Ugly
In addition to guns in schools, the legislature is taking action on a number of other controversial issues that in a sane and rational world wouldn’t be taking up time better spent addressing real issues affecting our state. Keep reading for more on what's happening under the dome. More
Issues: Budget Priorities, Democracy, Economy, Environment, Fair taxation, Families, Healthcare, Workers
Legislative Update Week 3: It’s About to Get Ugly
In addition to guns in schools, the legislature is taking action on a number of other controversial issues that in a sane and rational world wouldn’t be taking up time better spent addressing real issues affecting our state. Keep reading for more on what's happening under the dome. More
Issues: Budget Priorities, Democracy, Economy, Environment, Fair taxation, Families, Healthcare, Workers
Newsletter article CAG January 23, 2023
(Other) Big Things That Happened – Week 2
Here’s a quick overview of some of the other big things that happened this past week — things that aren’t covered elsewhere in this update on the second week of the 2023 legislative session. This includes action on "zombie bills" on guns and unemployment in the Senate. In the House, the Health Committee advanced bills to reorganize DHHR and limit health care options for transgender youth. More
Issues: Civil Rights, Economy, Families, Workers
(Other) Big Things That Happened – Week 2
Here’s a quick overview of some of the other big things that happened this past week — things that aren’t covered elsewhere in this update on the second week of the 2023 legislative session. This includes action on "zombie bills" on guns and unemployment in the Senate. In the House, the Health Committee advanced bills to reorganize DHHR and limit health care options for transgender youth. More
Issues: Civil Rights, Economy, Families, Workers
Citizen Action Group Blog CAG January 13, 2023
“Leading with Justice” Legislative Breakfast and Day of Action
The West Virginia Criminal Law Reform Coalition hosted a "Leading for Justice" legislative day of action to bring awareness to the 2023 legislative session. More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy, Economy, Workers
“Leading with Justice” Legislative Breakfast and Day of Action
The West Virginia Criminal Law Reform Coalition hosted a "Leading for Justice" legislative day of action to bring awareness to the 2023 legislative session. More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy, Economy, Workers
Citizen Action Group Blog, Press Release CAG January 12, 2023
PRESS RELEASE: Gary Zuckett, WV Citizen Action, Statement on 2023 WV State of State
Governor’s State of State presented through ‘Rose Colored Glasses’ - Part pep rally, part campaign opener for a potential US Senate run in 2024, Governor Jim Justice presented a rosy picture of his tenure as CEO of West Virginia and our future prospects. More
Issues: Civil Rights, Economy, Families, Workers
PRESS RELEASE: Gary Zuckett, WV Citizen Action, Statement on 2023 WV State of State
Governor’s State of State presented through ‘Rose Colored Glasses’ - Part pep rally, part campaign opener for a potential US Senate run in 2024, Governor Jim Justice presented a rosy picture of his tenure as CEO of West Virginia and our future prospects. More
Issues: Civil Rights, Economy, Families, Workers
Newsletter CAG December 27, 2022
Capital Eye Vol. 15 No. 16: Looking Ahead to 2023!
Our December Newsletter is ready, and it’s in PRINT! Also, check out Gary's year-end note to all. More
Issues: Budget Priorities, Democracy, Economy, Environment, Fair taxation, Families, Healthcare, Workers
Capital Eye Vol. 15 No. 16: Looking Ahead to 2023!
Our December Newsletter is ready, and it’s in PRINT! Also, check out Gary's year-end note to all. More
Issues: Budget Priorities, Democracy, Economy, Environment, Fair taxation, Families, Healthcare, Workers
Action Alert CAG October 25, 2022
Swingstein and Robin Benefit for WVCAG – Oct. 27, 5:30PM
Join us on Thursday, October 27th from 5:30-7:30PM for a Swingstein and Robin musical fundraiser for WVCAG at the Empty Glass! More
Issues: Budget Priorities, Democracy, Energy, Environment, Fair taxation, Families, Healthcare, Workers
Swingstein and Robin Benefit for WVCAG – Oct. 27, 5:30PM
Join us on Thursday, October 27th from 5:30-7:30PM for a Swingstein and Robin musical fundraiser for WVCAG at the Empty Glass! More
Issues: Budget Priorities, Democracy, Energy, Environment, Fair taxation, Families, Healthcare, Workers
Newsletter CAG October 24, 2022
Capital Eye Vol. 15 No. 15: #Roevember
Election Day is just two weeks away, inflation continues to hit hard, and we continue to see the deadly effects of Climate Change. Plus, our wins in the IRA are already in jeopardy. Here's the 15th edition of our Capital Eye newsletter to share what WVCAG and friends have been doing to try to help, and how you can help, too! More
Issues: Budget Priorities, Democracy, Economy, Environment, Fair taxation, Families, Healthcare, Workers
Capital Eye Vol. 15 No. 15: #Roevember
Election Day is just two weeks away, inflation continues to hit hard, and we continue to see the deadly effects of Climate Change. Plus, our wins in the IRA are already in jeopardy. Here's the 15th edition of our Capital Eye newsletter to share what WVCAG and friends have been doing to try to help, and how you can help, too! More
Issues: Budget Priorities, Democracy, Economy, Environment, Fair taxation, Families, Healthcare, Workers
Newsletter CAG August 25, 2022
Capital Eye Vol. 15 No. 14: Special Session and More!
Our August Newsletter is ready, and it's in PRINT! Check your mailboxes, or contact us if you'd like one. We'd be happy to mail one to you. More
Issues: Budget Priorities, Democracy, Economy, Environment, Fair taxation, Families, Healthcare, Workers
Capital Eye Vol. 15 No. 14: Special Session and More!
Our August Newsletter is ready, and it's in PRINT! Check your mailboxes, or contact us if you'd like one. We'd be happy to mail one to you. More
Issues: Budget Priorities, Democracy, Economy, Environment, Fair taxation, Families, Healthcare, Workers
Action Alert CAG August 22, 2022
Deep Canvass Institute: September Training Series
For over a decade, deep canvassers have been changing hearts and minds around race, immigration, public safety, marriage equality, the environment and more. We will dive into what is deep canvassing, what it has achieved and training, demonstrate script structure and the deep canvass skill of telling your stories! More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy, Economy, Energy, Environment, Fair taxation, Families, Healthcare, Workers
Deep Canvass Institute: September Training Series
For over a decade, deep canvassers have been changing hearts and minds around race, immigration, public safety, marriage equality, the environment and more. We will dive into what is deep canvassing, what it has achieved and training, demonstrate script structure and the deep canvass skill of telling your stories! More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy, Economy, Energy, Environment, Fair taxation, Families, Healthcare, Workers
Newsletter CAG July 21, 2022
Capital Eye Vol. 15 No. 13: A Record Summer
July has seen record temperatures, deadly flooding, lost bodily autonomy, reduced EPA authority to control emissions, and more. WVCAG has been head down & nose-to-the-grind-stone doing what we can to help. More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy, Economy, Energy, Environment, Fair taxation, Families, Healthcare, Workers
Capital Eye Vol. 15 No. 13: A Record Summer
July has seen record temperatures, deadly flooding, lost bodily autonomy, reduced EPA authority to control emissions, and more. WVCAG has been head down & nose-to-the-grind-stone doing what we can to help. More
Issues: Civil Rights, Democracy, Economy, Energy, Environment, Fair taxation, Families, Healthcare, Workers
Action Alert CAG July 13, 2022
Launch Event for the Excessive Wealth Disorder Institute and Tax the Ultra-Rich Now (TURN) Campaign
On Thursday, July 14th, join us for the launch of the TURN campaign and the Excessive Wealth Disorder Institute. We’ll hear from experts and activists alike about why now is the time to tax the ultra-rich, and how you can get involved. More
Issues: Budget Priorities, Democracy, Economy, Fair taxation, Families, Workers
Launch Event for the Excessive Wealth Disorder Institute and Tax the Ultra-Rich Now (TURN) Campaign
On Thursday, July 14th, join us for the launch of the TURN campaign and the Excessive Wealth Disorder Institute. We’ll hear from experts and activists alike about why now is the time to tax the ultra-rich, and how you can get involved. More
Issues: Budget Priorities, Democracy, Economy, Fair taxation, Families, Workers