Interstate Tax War: West Virginia Now Going After Virginia Jobs
West Virginia is actively trying to attract businesses from Virginia as the latter implements higher taxes and regulations. Governor Patrick Morrisey is promoting West Virginia as a more business-friendly alternative. This interstate competition highlights a broader trend of businesses relocating to states with lower tax burdens and fewer regulations.
- ▪Virginia's business community is facing challenges due to new tax hikes and regulations under Governor Abigail Spanberger.
- ▪West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey is launching a campaign to lure Virginia businesses and workers with promises of lower taxes.
- ▪Morrisey plans to directly engage with Virginia communities to promote West Virginia's economic advantages.
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Interstate Tax War: West Virginia Now Going After Virginia Jobs By Ward Clark | 11:27 AM on May 18, 2026 The opinions expressed by contributors are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of RedState.com. AP Photo/Steve Helber Virginia may be, as their license plates proclaim, for lovers, but under the high heel of Governor Abigail Spanberger, it sure won't be for business. Gov. Spanberger has unleashed a cascade of anti-business, anti-growth policies, from tax hikes to regulations, and Virginia's business community isn't loving that.
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