West Virginia
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Project Labor Agreements
Adopted ABC model government-neutrality bill.
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Prevailing Wage
No.
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Right to Work
Yes.
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Public-Private Partnerships
Statute authorizes P3s on transportation projects and vertical construction projects associated with transportation projects. Unsolicited bids are not allowed.
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Workforce Development Incentives
Current labor supply satisfies 66% of peak labor demand.
State offered $5,461,647 in grants and incentives for workforce preparation and development in 2021.
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Career and Technical Education
99% of CTE high school graduates are placed in colleges or careers.
West Virginia recognizes NCCER as an approved curriculum for CTE programs.
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Job Growth Rate
6.1%.