Patricia Rucker

Contact

PO Box 507
Harpers Ferry, WV 25425

Email: RuckerForWV@gmail.com

 

Legislative Address:
State Capitol, Room W-223
1900 Kanawha Blvd., East
Charleston, WV 25305-0800

Senator Patricia Rucker Receives Friend of Nursing Award

Charleston  WV - February 25, 2024.   At the WVNA Policy Summit Dinner and Nurses' Day at the Capitol event, Patricia Rucker was one of two West Virginia State Senators to be recognized by the West Virginia Nurses Association as a Friend of Nursing.   "I am so honored to be recognized as a Friend of Nursing", said Senator Rucker, "nurses are the unsung heroes of our healthcare system. This honor touches my heart. My husband is a nurse and I am very aware of how important this job is" she a

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WV Federation of Republican Women Honors Senator Patricia Rucker

  The West Virginia  Federation of Republican Women has chosen West Virginia State Senator Patricia Rucker of the 16th District to receive their 2024 Legislator of the Year award.  "I am so thrilled to have received this award.  It is truly an honor.  This organization has done so much to empower women in our state and to promote women's issues.  I am grateful to be chosen for this award".  WVFRW provides the avenue for women to influence policy, develop candidates, and elect the leade

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Great Visit to West Virginia Academy!

One of the things I am proudest of, is my leading role in bringing school choice to West Virginia.  As the chair of the West Virginia Senate Education Committee, school choice was something I championed and I was happy that we were able to pass that legislation. I had a lot of help and I am grateful to all of the people both inside and outside of the legislature that helped to make school choice happen in our state.  Without a great team, nothing great happens.   Now that school choice is a

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West Virginia charter schools making a national mark

  https://wajr.com/west-virginia-charter-schools-making-a-national-mark-rucker-seeks-to-increase-funding/ West Virginia charter schools making a national mark, Rucker seeks to increase funding POSTED BY MIKENOLTING ON FEBRUARY 4, 2024 IN LOCAL NEWS MORGANTOWN, W.Va. – The charter school movement in West Virginia is gaining attention on the national level as a model for success. During a visit to Morgantown with the Yass Foundation to recognize the award-winning West Virginia Academy

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Senator Patricia Rucker Files to Run in the 16th District

Charleston ---- Senator Patricia Rucker filed to run for her current seat in the West Virginia Senate --- to serve again in the 16th District.  "I'm running again to continue the progress we have made, particularly in educating and supporting the children and their families in our state," said Patricia, "a vote for me is a vote for West Virginia children and their families".   "I am grateful to my colleagues who came to support me as I signed the filing papers.  To Senators Buggs Stover,

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About SB 171…

There has been considerable interest in this legislation, SB 171.  Based on the questions raised by constituents, there appears to be some misunderstanding as to what SB 171 is all about.  The purpose of SB 171 is to protect agricultural land and to ensure that local government does not re-purpose agricultural land for other uses.   It does not apply to Commercial Forestry It does not apply to wind or solar power generating facilities It does not prevent zoning as set forth in Article 1, 

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Happy New Year!

Can't believe that 2023 is almost over!  From my family to you and yours, we hope that this past year has brought you blessings.  2024 is going to be a year of challenges for all of us.  Let's work together to make it a great year. We wish you a Happy, Healthy and Successful New Year!  

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Have a Blessed Christmas

  It's Christmas Eve and I and my family wish you and your family a Blessed Christmas.   Here at the Rucker family we are grateful that our lord and savior was born on Christmas day to give to us the precious gift of salvation.  

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Happy Thanksgiving!

  Thanksgiving is a uniquely American holiday.  Gratitude is one of the most important things we as human beings can feel and express.  I am grateful for the many blessings in my life and I pray that you have a lot to be grateful for.  I pray that we can all work together to create a community in which we can all thrive and be thankful.  Happy Thanksgiving!

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Veterans Day

  On Veterans Day we honor military veterans who have served in the United States Armed Forces.  Although Veterans Day is tomorrow there are many who are observing the holiday today.  To everyone who has served in our Armed Forces, thank you for your service!

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