West Virginia Governor Signs 140 Bills into Law

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As the 2026 legislative session in West Virginia came to a close on March 14, Governor Patrick Morrisey had 15 days to either veto or approve the 304 bills passed by state lawmakers. By the end of that 15-day period, Morrisey had signed 140 of those bills into law, leaving 164 unsigned.

Why it matters

The governor's bill approvals and vetoes at the end of each legislative session are an important part of the checks and balances in the state's government, allowing the executive branch to shape the final laws that are enacted. Morrisey's actions on these 304 bills will have a significant impact on West Virginia policy for the next two years.

The details

Of the 304 bills passed by the West Virginia Legislature, 140 were signed into law by Governor Morrisey, while 164 remained unsigned as the 15-day deadline expired. The unsigned bills were split between 87 from the House of Delegates and 77 from the State Senate.

• The 2026 legislative session ran from January 14 to March 14.
• Governor Morrisey had 15 days from March 14 to either veto or approve the 304 bills.

What’s next

Any bills that were not signed or vetoed by Governor Morrisey will automatically become law without his signature.