West Virginia Secretary of the State Press Releases - EIN Presswire

Published on March 4, 2020 - 13:12 GMT

Warner Plans to Distribute $4 Million to Counties for Election Security; Brings Total to More Than $15 Million in Three Years

Charleston, West Virginia- Secretary of State Mac Warner is pleased to announce that his office will work with county clerks across the state to distribute a total of $4 million in federal funding to help improve election security at the local level. …

Distribution channels:

Published on March 2, 2020 - 15:08 GMT

WV Electronic Absentee Voting Technology to be Provided by Democracy Live in Primary Election

Charleston, West Virginia- Since 2008, West Virginia law has required counties to provide certain military and overseas voters with the option to receive and submit absentee ballots electronically by fax or email. On Feb. 3, 2020, bipartisan legislation …

Distribution channels:

Published on February 10, 2020 - 13:31 GMT

Warner Applauds New Law Expanding Access to Voters Living with Physical Disabilities

Charleston, West Virginia: Charleston, W.Va. – On Wednesday of this week, WV Secretary of State Mac Warner joined Governor Jim Justice in his ceremonial signing of Senate Bill 94, which expands ballot access to West Virginia voters living with physical …

Distribution channels:

Published on February 7, 2020 - 20:34 GMT

Where America Comes Together

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania: The “Miracle at Philadelphia” in 1787, which resulted in our enduring Constitution, united a fractured country struggling to find trust in its government, balance individual freedoms with national sovereignty, establish checks and …

Distribution channels:

Published on February 4, 2020 - 20:58 GMT

Pendleton County Leads State in New Business Registrations for January 2020

Charleston, W. Va. – Pendleton County led West Virginia in new business registration growth percentage for January 2020. A total of 14 new businesses registered to operate in the County during the month, according to West Virginia Secretary of State Mac …

Distribution channels:

Published on January 14, 2020 - 14:43 GMT

Warner Announces First Round of Award-Winning Schools with 100% Voter Registration

Charleston, W. Va. – Secretary of State Mac Warner is pleased to announce that 24 West Virginia high schools have registered 100 percent of their eligible senior class to vote, which qualifies them for the first round of the Jennings Randolph Award for …

Distribution channels:

Published on January 13, 2020 - 13:34 GMT

Pendleton County Leads State in New Business Registrations for December 2019

Charleston, W. Va. – For the second consecutive month, Pendleton County led West Virginia in new business registration growth percentage for December 2019. A total of 12 new businesses registered to operate in the County during the month, according to West …

Distribution channels:

Published on January 10, 2020 - 17:22 GMT

Warner Announces First Ever Non-Citizen Data Transfer from DMV to Ensure Voter Registration Eligibility

Charleston, W. Va. – West Virginia law prohibits non-citizens from registering to vote and to vote in any state election. Following a change in the law in 2019, for the first time in the state’s history, Secretary of State Mac Warner executed an agreement …

Distribution channels:

Published on January 10, 2020 - 13:19 GMT

Candidate Filing Period for 2020 Election Cycle to Begin Monday

Charleston, W. Va. – The candidate filing period for the 2020 election cycle will begin on Monday, Jan. 13, 2020, and last until 11:59 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 25, 2020. Candidates can file their Certificate of Announcement in person during the hours listed …

Distribution channels:

Published on January 9, 2020 - 20:58 GMT

Official Logo Unveiled for Yearlong Commemoration of Women’s Right to Vote

Charleston, W. Va. – West Virginia Secretary of State Mac Warner and members of the WV Centennial Celebration of the 19th Amendment kicked off a yearlong commemoration of women's suffrage at a special “EqualiTea” reception on Wednesday at the Culture …

Distribution channels:

Published on January 7, 2020 - 19:29 GMT

Initial Calendar of Events Released for State's Centennial Celebration of the 19th Amendment

Charleston, W. Va. – The statewide Coordinating Committee for the West Virginia Centennial Celebration of the 19th Amendment is proud to release its calendar and announce an inaugural event scheduled for next week in Charleston. The year-long commemoration …

Distribution channels:

Published on January 7, 2020 - 19:26 GMT

Soleimani's Death Defines West Virginia's Lead in Election Cyber Preparations

Charleston, W. Va. – West Virginia Secretary of State Mac Warner issued a special advisory to local election officials on Tuesday in response to heightened cyber threats due to recent events related to Iran and the increased risk of geopolitical tensions …

Distribution channels:

Published on December 27, 2019 - 15:48 GMT

“Business Startup Wizard” Helps Entrepreneurs Determine Legal Status

Charleston, W. Va. – Charleston, W. Va. – Starting a business for the first time can seem like an intimidating proposition. However, an online tool available to West Virginia entrepreneurs since earlier this year is providing many new business owners with …

Distribution channels:

Published on December 27, 2019 - 14:07 GMT

Secretary of State Announces Candidate Filing Period for 2020 Election Cycle

Charleston, W. Va. – The Secretary of State’s Office has announced the candidate filing period for the 2020 election cycle. It will begin on Monday, Jan. 13, 2020, and last until 11:59 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 25, 2020. Candidates can file their Certificate …

Distribution channels:

Published on December 20, 2019 - 15:20 GMT

West Virginia poised to receive $4 million in HAVA grant funding for election security

Charleston, W. Va. – West Virginia could soon receive an additional federal grant of $4 million to continue necessary upgrades to county election security upon passage of the 2020 appropriations bill, with the support of the state’s congressional …

Distribution channels:

Published on December 20, 2019 - 13:51 GMT

Warner Announces Planning Committee for Statewide Celebration of Women’s Suffrage

Charleston, W. Va. – Charleston, W. Va. – Secretary of State Mac Warner is pleased to announce the formation of a committee working together to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the passage of the 19th Amendment to the United States Constitution, which …

Distribution channels:

Published on December 17, 2019 - 20:28 GMT

Warner Asks State Residents to Respond to Postcard to Confirm or Update Voter Registration Addresses

Charleston, W. Va. – As part of state requirements under the National Voter Registration Act (NVRA), West Virginia Secretary of State Mac Warner has announced the start of this year’s confirmation card process. The NVRA prescribes a detailed process to …

Distribution channels:

Published on December 17, 2019 - 20:18 GMT

Pendleton County Leads State in New Business Growth for November 2019

Charleston, W. Va. – Pendleton County led West Virginia in new business growth percentage for November 2019. A total of 7 new businesses registered to operate in the County during the month, according to West Virginia Secretary of State Mac Warner. The …

Distribution channels:

Published on December 17, 2019 - 20:08 GMT

Proposed Legislation Will Allow Completion of Online Registration for WV Charities

Charleston, W. Va. –West Virginia Secretary of State Mac Warner announced Friday at the State Capitol that his Office has hit a milestone in launching an online system for charities and charitable solicitors. A first for West Virginia, the accomplishment …

Distribution channels:

Published on December 17, 2019 - 19:35 GMT

Warner Addresses The Council of State Governments About the Designation of Elections as Critical Infrastructure

San Juan, Puerto Rico – West Virginia Secretary of State Mac Warner was a featured speaker Wednesday at a national conference for state officials with a focus on election security. Recognized as a leader in educating government officials and the public on …

Distribution channels: