Alex Mayer resigns as head of the West Virginia Department of Human Services

By: Amelia Ferrell Knisely

Outlets: West Virginia Watch

Published: March 14, 2026

Words: 364

Last Updated: 6 days, 14 hours ago

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Alex Mayer, secretary of the state’s Department of Human Services, is resigning from his position.

“Serving as secretary of the West Virginia Department of Human Services has been a meaningful professional opportunity. I am grateful for the chance to work alongside dedicated public servants who are committed to supporting our most vulnerable West Virginians,” Mayer said.

Mayer, originally from South Dakota, was appointed by Gov. Patrick Morrisey a little more than a year ago. …

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