Majestic Care touts progress on new long-term care hospitals; lawmakers worry about unknown location

By: Amelia Ferrell Knisely

Outlets: West Virginia Watch

Published: July 30, 2026

Words: 1,096

Last Updated: 4 days, 11 hours ago

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The New York-based developer now operating four long-term care hospitals in West Virginia says it is making progress on brand-new builds, while lawmakers worry that the new facilities could move elderly patients and jobs out of their communities.

Marx Development Group and its subsidiary, Majestic Care, aren’t required to rebuild at the current hospital sites, according to a contract with the state. The four hospitals were previously under state ownership.

Senate President Randy …

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