House unanimously passes 3% pay raise for West Virginia teachers, state police

By: Amelia Ferrell Knisely

Outlets: West Virginia Watch

Published: February 19, 2026

Words: 425

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 5 days ago

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The House of Delegates unanimously voted yes on a bill Thursday that would give teachers, school personnel and state police in West Virginia a 3% pay raise effective later this year.

The measure is a priority bill for Gov. Patrick Morrisey, and it will now head to the Senate for consideration.

Del. Clay Riley, R-Harrison, said the salary increase would result in $1,800 more on average for teachers. Service personnel would …

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