Senate President Randy E. Smith (R-Preston) has named Senator Robbie Morris (R-Randolph) chairman of the Committee on Government Organization.

Morris currently serves as vice chairman of the Committee on Banking and Insurance and vice chairman of the Committee on Economic Development, and as a member of the Education, Finance, Natural Resources and Transportation and Infrastructure committees. He was elected to the Senate in 2024 and is the executive director of the Randolph County Development Authority.

“I am thrilled to have Senator Morris stepping into this new role,” Smith said. “This committee plays a vital role in overseeing state agency operations, reviewing regulatory matters, and pursuing reforms to make government more efficient, accountable, and responsive to the needs of West Virginians. I look forward to the great work that Senator Morris will accomplish as chairman.”

Morris replaces Senator Patricia Rucker, who has been named assistant majority leader and chairman of the Committee on School Choice.

“I am deeply honored and grateful to Senate President Randy Smith for appointing me as chairman of the Committee on Government Organization and for trusting me to continue the great work of our previous chairman, Senator Rucker,” Morris said. “In this position, I am committed to advancing policies that streamline government functions, eliminate unnecessary bureaucracy, reduce wasteful spending, and ensure our state agencies deliver high-quality services to our citizens.

“We will work diligently to support economic growth, protect taxpayers, and promote good governance that puts West Virginians first. I look forward to collaborating with my fellow committee members, Senate colleagues, and stakeholders across the state as we tackle these important issues in the upcoming session. Together, we can build a stronger, more efficient and effective government.”