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February 10, 2026

Budget Expert: Morrisey’s Tax Cut Proposal Is ‘Shocking’

West Virginia Public Broadcasting – In his State Of The State address last month and again a few days ago, Gov. Patrick Morrisey made a case for a 10% cut in state income taxes. He proposed a 5% cut in his budget, and has challenged lawmakers to find another 5% to cut. 

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It’s a critical part of the state’s economic future, Morrisey has said, a pathway to attracting lucrative new businesses and jobs. 

But Kelly Allen, executive director of the West Virginia Center on Budget and Policy, disagrees. She sat down with Assistant News Director Maria Young to explain why.

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