West Virginia Governor signs $230 million in tax cuts

The cuts will provide a 5% personal income tax reduction for all state residents.

Apr. 1, 2026 at 2:55am

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West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey has signed legislation to deliver a 5% across-the-board personal income tax cut for every taxpayer in the state. The move comes as West Virginia experiences an unprecedented wave of economic momentum, with recent statewide investment announcements totaling a record-breaking $14.3 billion.

Why it matters

The tax cuts are intended to provide financial relief to West Virginia residents and further spur the state's economic growth during a period of significant investment and momentum.

The details

The $230 million in tax cuts signed by Governor Morrisey will reduce personal income taxes by 5% for all West Virginia taxpayers. This broad-based reduction aims to put more money back in the pockets of residents as the state experiences a surge of new business and economic activity.

  • Governor Morrisey signed the tax cut legislation on Tuesday, April 1, 2026.

The players

Governor Patrick Morrisey

The current Governor of West Virginia who signed the legislation to provide $230 million in personal income tax cuts for state residents.

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The takeaway

The across-the-board personal income tax cuts demonstrate West Virginia's commitment to supporting its residents and businesses during a period of significant economic growth and investment in the state.