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Legislative Achievements and Policy Focus
Bob Fehrenbacher has been instrumental in enacting pivotal legislative changes and initiatives:
Economic Development and Job Creation
Initiated Legislative action on the topic of data centers in the 2025 Session, leading to the passage of HB2014, which could lead to tremendous investment, job creation, and reduced personal income tax.
Historic Tax Cuts
Supported the largest tax cut in West Virginia's history, including the gradual elimination of state income taxes on Social Security benefits.
Health and Well-being Advocacy
Championed efforts to improve the health and well-being of West Virginians, including those suffering from substance use disorder. Fatal overdoses in West Virginia decreased by 41% over the previous 12-month period, the largest reduction in the nation.
Controlled Government Spending
As a member of the Finance Committee, helped establish flat line budgets, steer appropriations, and oversee banking and insurance policy to benefit West Virginia, its citizens and its businesses.
Community Leadership
Bob's track record of collaboration and effective leadership highlights his ability to address complex state and national issues and secure significant positive outcomes for the community. In addition to his legislative roles, he is a member of the Wood County Development Authority Executive Committee and is routinely consulted or called upon by various civic and community organizations.
Electing Bob Fehrenbacher to the West Virginia State Senate is a vote for continued strong representation of conservative values, responsible governance, and a brighter future.
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Legislative Leadership & Committee Roles
His leadership and capabilities have been utilized in various legislative leadership roles in energy, manufacturing and finance, and he is routinely chosen to represent the state to pursue economic development and job creation.
Energy and Manufacturing
Chair
Energy and Manufacturing
Chair
As Chair of this committee, he is a key influence in these critical aspects of the state's economy and workforce. Bob is also a member of the Energy and Public Works committee, which has a broader focus and includes infrastructure, economic development and tourism.
Finance
Member
Finance
Member
Engages and shapes the state's financial and economic policies to benefit the state, its citizens and employers today and into the future. He is also a member of the Banking and Insurance and Appropriations committees.
Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment
Vice Chair
Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment
Vice Chair
As Vice Chair of the House Committee on Prevention and Treatment of Substance Abuse, Bob has helped state policy to address the challenges of substance use disorder and help individuals, their families and communities.
Legislative Rule Making Review
House Vice Chair
Legislative Rule Making Review
House Vice Chair
As House Vice Chair of this committee, he helps in the oversight of legislative rules that agencies and boards must follow to be in compliance with state law. This committee helps shape the impact of government.
Health and Human Resources Accountability
Member
Health and Human Resources Accountability
Member
This joint committee provides legislative oversight to Health and Human Resources, the largest appropriate of general revenue funding.
Representing WV on the National Stage
Bob has been chosen by Legislative leadership to represent West Virginia in various ongoing and ad hoc forums, to advocate for the state and to learn from experts, peers and leaders.
Board of Directors for the Center for Legislative and Environmental Research
Board Position
Board of Directors for the Center for Legislative and Environmental Research
Board Position
Member of the Energy Council
Multi-State Organization
Member of the Energy Council
Multi-State Organization
A non-partisan organization comprised of 14 energy-producing states and two Canadian provinces
Energy and Environment Committee of the Council of State Governments
Committee Member
Energy and Environment Committee of the Council of State Governments
Committee Member
Fiscal Affairs and Government Operations Committee of the Council of State Governments
Committee Member
Fiscal Affairs and Government Operations Committee of the Council of State Governments
Committee Member
In addition to these ongoing responsibilities, Bob has been a member of the state's delegation to pursue economic development and shape policy in the areas of information technology, cyber security, energy and the aerospace industry.
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From the Campaign Trail
Stay up-to-date with the latest developments, events, and news directly from Bob Fehrenbacher's campaign trail as he connects with communities across West Virginia.
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