West Virginia Economics

SNAP Eligibility and Funding Rules Changed in West Virginia

New requirements now mandate 80 hours of work per month for West Virginia residents to remain eligible for SNAP benefits.

Live Poll

Do you support stricter work requirements for recipients of government assistance programs like SNAP?

State residents saw minor employment gains in August as the jobless rate remained below the national average.

Live Poll

Do you feel inflation is a greater threat to your household than a budget surplus?

State collections rose above projected targets as tax income and oil and gas activity bolstered public funds.