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W.Va. Chamber takes stand on 33 policy issues

August 28, 2008 @ 07:31 AM

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — Reforming West Virginia’s legal system and how state Supreme Court justices are selected are among 33 policy statements adopted by the state Chamber of Commerce.

The Chamber is holding its annual meeting at The Greenbrier this week. The policy statements reflect the business organization’s recommendations for improving West Virginia’s business climate and economy.

While touting Gov. Joe Manchin for various legal reforms, the Chamber says additional reforms are needed.

Among them is the right for automatic appeal for all final circuit court judgments.

The chamber also promotes either nonpartisan elections or merit-based selection of Supreme Court justices.