GO-WV Urges You to GOTV (Get Out the Vote!)

Participating in elections is one of the most direct ways individuals can shape the policies that affect their daily lives, livelihoods, and communities. Decisions made by elected officials influence everything from taxes and energy policy to infrastructure, education, and economic development. Taking time to understand the issues on the ballot and where candidates stand helps ensure that your vote reflects your priorities and values. Staying informed through credible sources, reviewing candidate positions, and understanding how policies may impact your industry or local community are all important steps in being an engaged and effective voter.

GO-WV is providing you with important information to help you navigate the upcoming primary election in West Virginia. We urge you to share these resources with your employees and broader networks. As we work through GOpac to support candidates that will help promote, protect, and advance the state’s oil and natural gas industry and the jobs, communities, and economic growth it supports.

Registered Independent or Unaffiliated? Read this IMPORTANT information.

The West Virginia statewide Republican party recently voted to conduct a closed Republican primary, which means that only voters who are registered as Republicans may vote in the Republican primary election. If you are currently registered as an independent or unaffiliated, you must update your voter registration to Republican to participate. Updating is quick, easy, and secure online through the state’s official portal, which allows you to make changes to your party affiliation, address, or other voter information in just a few minutes.