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Public Policy Tipoffs Involving West Virginia Newsletter for 2026-07-25 ( 14 items )  
Ariz. A.G. Mayes Announces $29.6 Million Settlement With Glenmark Over Conspiracy to Inflate Prices and Limit Competition (10)
PHOENIX, Arizona, July 25 -- Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes issued the following news release on July 23, 2026: * * * Attorney General Mayes Announces $29.6 Million Settlement with Glenmark Over Conspiracy to Inflate Prices and Limit Competition Attorney General Mayes today joined a coalition of 48 states and territories announcing a $29.6 million settlement with Glenmark to resolve allegations that the generic drug manufacturer engaged in a widespread, long-running conspiracy to artificially inflate and manipulate prices, reduce compet more PR

Attorney General Clark Alerts Vermonters to Potential Restitution In $29.6 Million Glenmark Generic Drug Settlement (10)
MONTPELIER, Vermont, July 23 -- Vermont Attorney General Charity Clark posted the following news release: * * * Attorney General Clark Alerts Vermonters to Potential Restitution In $29.6 Million Glenmark Generic Drug Settlement * Co nsumers Who Purchased Certain Generic Prescription Drugs Between May 2009 and December 2019 May Qualify for Settlement Money Attorney General Charity Clark recently joined a coalition of 48 states and territories in announcing a $29.6 million settlement with Glenmark, a generic drug manufacturer, to resolve al more PR

CDC: Cyclospora Outbreak Linked to Iceberg Lettuce Expanded to Four New States (10)
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued the following news release: * * * Cyclospora outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce expanded to four new states. A CDC food safety alert regarding a multistate outbreak of cyclosporiasis infections has been updated at https://www.cdc.gov/cyclosporiasis/outbreaks/07-26/index.html. Key Points: * Since the last update on July 18, 2026, 4 states have been added to the multistate outbreak, and the total case count is now 1,947.  more PR

Environmental Groups Oppose EPA Proposal to Weaken and Delay PFAS Drinking Water Standards (10)
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 20, 2026 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W. Washington, DC 20460 RE: Docket ID: EPA -HQ-OW-2025-1742 Extending the Compliance Deadline for the PFOA and PFOS Maximum Contaminant Levels Dear Administrator Zeldin, On behalf of the National Wildlife Federation and affiliates from Alaska, Arkansas, Georgia, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Mi more ST

Environmental Groups Oppose EPA Proposals to Weaken PFAS Drinking Water Standards and Delay Compliance Deadlines (10)
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 20, 2026 Administrator Lee Zeldin U.S. Environmental Protection Agency EPA Docket Center, OW Docket Mail Code 28221T 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue NW Washington, DC 20460 Re: Rescission of Regulatory Determinations and Removal of Related Provisions for Four PFAS Substances (PFHxS, PFNA, HFPO-DA (GenX), and the Mixture of These Three PFAS Plus PFBS) [EPA-HQ-OW-2025 more ST

Gottheimer & White House Announce $42 Million+ in Funding From Washington to New Jersey (10)
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Rep. Josh Gottheimer, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release on July 24, 2026: * * * Gottheimer & White House Announce $42 Million+ in Funding From Washington to New Jersey $50M Clawed Back For Public Safety in Last 3 Months; Invests in Local Law Enforcement in Bergen, Sussex, Passaic Counties; Supports State Police; Protects Religious Institutions in NJ-5; Upgrades to Andover Train Station, Sussex County - Today, July 24, 2026, U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) and the White House announced more than  more PR

Governor Morrisey Launches Blue Envelope Program to Support Drivers and Law Enforcement (10)
CHARLESTON, West Virginia, July 23 -- Gov. Patrick Morrisey, R-West Virginia, issued the following news: * * * Governor Morrisey Launches Blue Envelope Program to Support Drivers and Law Enforcement * CHARLESTON, W.Va. \- Governor Patrick Morrisey today launched West Virginia's Blue Envelope Program, a new initiative designed to improve communication during traffic stops involving drivers with autism spectrum disorder, dementia, or intellectual or developmental disabilities. The program provides participating drivers with a blue envelope th more PR

Governor Morrisey Welcomes Tens of Thousands of Youth Leaders to West Virginia for National Scout Jamboree (10)
CHARLESTON, West Virginia, July 23 -- Gov. Patrick Morrisey, R-West Virginia, issued the following news: * * * Governor Morrisey Welcomes Tens of Thousands of Youth Leaders to West Virginia for National Scout Jamboree * GLEN JEAN, W.Va. \- Today, Governor Patrick Morrisey officially welcomed more than 15,000 Scouts, volunteers, and visitors from across the country to the Summit Bechtel Reserve in Fayette County for the Opening Ceremony of the 21st National Scout Jamboree. "Our nation needs what you are building here in West Virginia," sai more PR

National Association of Charitable Gift Planners 2027 National Board Members Elected (10)
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, July 24 -- The National Association of Charitable Gift Planners issued the following news release on July 23, 2026: * * * National Association of Charitable Gift Planners 2027 National Board Members Elected The National Association of Charitable Gift Planners (CGP) is pleased to announce the 2027 class of Board of Directors. Six members were elected to the board to serve three-year terms beginning January 2027. The members were elected at the Assembly of Delegates during the Annual Business Meeting held on June 23, 202 more PR

PHOTOS: Capito Visits National Scout Jamboree at Summit Bechtel Reserve (10)
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Sen. Shelley Moore Capito, R-West Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * PHOTOS: Capito Visits National Scout Jamboree at Summit Bechtel Reserve * GLEN JEAN, W.Va. - Today, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) traveled to Glen Jean, W.Va. to visit the Joint Task Force-National Scout Jamboree, followed by a visit to Summit Bechtel Reserve to meet with scouts in attendance at this year's National Jamboree. This week, the Summit has welcomed 15,000 scouts, including staff, volunteers, leaders, and supp more PR

Scouting America Launches Competitive Gaming Merit Badge at the National Jamboree (10)
IRVING, Texas, July 25 -- Scouting America (formerly the Boy Scouts of America) issued the following news release on July 24, 2026: * * * Scouting America Launches Competitive Gaming Merit Badge at the National Jamboree New merit badge connects teamwork, leadership, digital citizenship, and technology skills through the rapidly growing world of competitive gaming - Scouting America today announced the launch of the Competitive Gaming merit badge at the National Jamboree, introducing Scouts to the exciting world of esports while emphasizing more PR

W.Va. Secretary of State Kris Warner Issues a Statement Regarding Delegate David Elliott Pritt's Candidacy Status for the General Election (10)
CHARLESTON, West Virginia, July 25 -- West Virginia Secretary of State Mac Warner issued the following news: * * * WV Secretary of State Kris Warner issues a statement regarding Delegate David Elliott Pritt's candidacy status for the General Election WV Secretary of State Kris Warner, along with his legal team, is aware of and has thoroughly researched the serious allegations raised against Delegate David Elliott Pritt. Secretary Warner released the following statement: "Our Office has received numerous calls from West Virginia citizens re more PR

Walmart and the Walmart Foundation Announce $500,000 Commitment to West Virginia Flood Relief (10)
BENTONVILLE, Arkansas, July 25 -- Walmart issued the following news: * * * Walmart and the Walmart Foundation Announce $500,000 Commitment to West Virginia Flood Relief Supporting associates, customers and communities impacted by severe flooding - Walmart and the Walmart Foundation are supporting communities across West Virginia following the severe flooding that has devastated neighborhoods, damaged homes and businesses, and disrupted the lives of families across the region. The response includes a $500,000 commitment from Walmart and the more PR

WV Superintendent of Schools Launches First AI and Digital Science Framework in the Nation (10)
CHARLESTON, West Virginia, July 24 -- The West Virginia Department of Education issued the following news release: * * * WV Superintendent of Schools Launches First AI and Digital Science Framework in the Nation * Charleston, W.Va. \- West Virginia Superintendent of Schools Michele L. Blatt will share the state's Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Digital Science Framework with educators during professional development sessions at the Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center, Monday through Wednesday, July 27-29, 2026. The Framework, the fir more PR