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  1. West Virginia sends how many representatives to the US House of Representatives as of the 2020 census?

    Answer: 2 representatives

    Following population decline reflected in the 2020 census, West Virginia was reduced to 2 congressional districts and 2 US House representatives.

  2. The West Virginia State Capitol building in Charleston is known for having a dome larger than that of which famous national building?

    Answer: The US Capitol in Washington, DC

    The West Virginia State Capitol's gold dome is 293 feet tall, five feet higher than the US Capitol dome in Washington, DC.

  3. Which body of the West Virginia Legislature is responsible for initiating revenue bills (tax legislation)?

    Answer: House of Delegates

    Like the US Congress, West Virginia's constitution requires that all revenue bills originate in the lower chamber, the House of Delegates.

  4. What is the term length for members of the West Virginia House of Delegates?

    Answer: 2 years

    Members of the West Virginia House of Delegates serve two-year terms, with all 100 seats up for election every two years.

  5. West Virginia's state government system is modeled on which foundational principle of American governance?

    Answer: Separation of powers into three branches

    West Virginia's government, like all US states, is organized around the principle of separation of powers into executive, legislative, and judicial branches.

  6. Which West Virginia state official is responsible for overseeing elections and maintaining official state records?

    Answer: Secretary of State

    The West Virginia Secretary of State oversees the administration of elections, business registrations, and official state documents and records.

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