Morrisey: Tourism Can Help W.Va. Grow
Tourism added $9 billion to West Virginia’s economy last year. And Gov. Patrick Morrisey wants to see that grow.
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On this West Virginia Morning, the West Virginia Legislature is in town this week for interims and a special session. The governor has called on the legislature to look into a reduction of the personal income tax and to clarify the state’s abortion laws.
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