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West Virginia Eyes Annexation of Maryland, Virginia Counties

11/21/2025

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West Virginia lawmakers are considering a proposal to annex counties from Maryland and Virginia, including Amherst, Bedford, and Floyd.
State Senator Chris Rose of West Virginia introduced the resolution.
He cited a desire for communities sharing West Virginia's values of freedom and liberty.
The initiative reflects a broader trend of rural areas distancing themselves from urban policies.
But changing borders would require both state and federal approvals.

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Story summary

West Virginia lawmakers are considering a proposal to annex counties from Maryland and Virginia, including Amherst, Bedford, and Floyd.
State Senator Chris Rose of West Virginia introduced the resolution.
He cited a desire for communities sharing West Virginia's values of freedom and liberty.
The initiative reflects a broader trend of rural areas distancing themselves from urban policies.
But changing borders would require both state and federal approvals.