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2 candidates are tracked for West Virginia House District 70 on the November 3, 2026 ballot: Shannon Welsh and Paul J. Howe III. Candidate information follows official Harrison County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.
Shannon Welsh (Democrat), Paul J. Howe III (Republican) are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for West Virginia House District 70. The Legislature's member roster marks no incumbent seeking this seat. Party nominees were chosen at the May 12, 2026 primary, per the West Virginia Secretary of State's certified general-election candidate list.
Shannon has worked in the medical, technology, finance and real estate sectors as a small business owner and community organizer, per the campaign site. She holds a degree in political science with a focus on law and an MBA in business management, per the campaign site.
2026 priorities (per the campaign site)
- Support for working families and fair compensation
- Strengthening public safety
- Government accountability and ethical governance
- Reducing regulatory barriers for small business growth
Source: candidate campaign site.
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Paul J. Howe III is on the November 3, 2026 ballot for West Virginia House District 70 on the Secretary of State's certified general-election candidate list. This name has not yet been researched.
Questions about this race
Who is running for West Virginia House District 70 in 2026?
2 candidates are tracked for West Virginia House District 70 on the November 3, 2026 ballot: Shannon Welsh and Paul J. Howe III. Candidate information follows official Harrison County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.
When is the West Virginia House District 70 election in West Virginia?
Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Registration deadlines, early voting dates and mail ballot rules for West Virginia are on the West Virginia election hub at theballotbrief.com.
How do I see my exact Harrison County ballot?
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