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JB Akers
JB Akers (Republican Party) is a member of the West Virginia House of Delegates, representing District 55. He assumed office on January 9, 2024. His current term ends on December 1, 2026.
Akers (Republican Party) is running for re-election to the West Virginia House of Delegates to represent District 55. He declared candidacy for the Republican primary scheduled on May 12, 2026.
Akers was appointed to the West Virginia House of Delegates to replace former Rep. Moore Capito (R).[1]
Biography
JB Akers was born in Beckley, West Virginia. He earned a graduated from Milton High School. He earned a bachelor's degree from Wake Forest University in 1995 and a law degree from the West Virginia University College of Law in 1999.[2] Prior to his appointment to the West Virginia House of Delegates, he was the owner and managing attorney at Akers Law Offices, PLLC.[3]
Elections
2026
See also: West Virginia House of Delegates elections, 2026
General election
The primary will occur on May 12, 2026. The general election will occur on November 3, 2026. General election candidates will be added here following the primary.
Republican primary election
Republican primary for West Virginia House of Delegates District 55
Incumbent JB Akers is running in the Republican primary for West Virginia House of Delegates District 55 on May 12, 2026.
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2024
See also: West Virginia House of Delegates elections, 2024
General election
General election for West Virginia House of Delegates District 55
Incumbent JB Akers defeated Linda Bodie in the general election for West Virginia House of Delegates District 55 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | JB Akers (R) | 59.7 | 4,926 |
 | Linda Bodie (D) | 40.3 | 3,319 | |
| Total votes: 8,245 | |||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for West Virginia House of Delegates District 55
Linda Bodie advanced from the Democratic primary for West Virginia House of Delegates District 55 on May 14, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Linda Bodie | 100.0 | 1,219 |
| Total votes: 1,219 | |||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for West Virginia House of Delegates District 55
Incumbent JB Akers advanced from the Republican primary for West Virginia House of Delegates District 55 on May 14, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | JB Akers | 100.0 | 2,034 |
| Total votes: 2,034 | |||
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Endorsements
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Campaign themes
2026
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2024
JB Akers completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Akers' responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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- Jobs. Our first priority has to be improving our economy to provide as many good paying, generational jobs as possible.
- Schools. We have to improve our educational outcomes for our children and grandchildren. Aside from our children and grandchildren deserving this in and of itself, this will also improve our future workforce.
- Roads and infrastructure. We have to invest continuing resources into all types of infrastructure in our District (roads, water, sewer, broadband, etc). Our residents deserve it, and it's needed to recruit employers.
Politically, the US Presidents who influenced me the most are Lincoln, Teddy Roosevelt, Eisenhower and Reagan.
The most influential book on my life is the Bible, with its core message of grace and love for one another.
I am honest about my beliefs and don't just tell people what they want to hear.
I enjoy work.
Economic development
WV Farm Bureau
WV Business and Industry
WV Manufacturers Association
WV'ians For Life
WV Nurses PAC
WV Auto Dealers Association
WV Hospital PAC
WV Building and Construction Trades
Marathon Petroleum Corp Employees PAC
WV Appalachian Laborer's District Council
Dominion Energy
Gas and Oil Producers PAC
WV Coal Association
Contractors Association of WV
WV Community Bankers PAC
Any committee focused on economic development and job creation.
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2024
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In 2024, the West Virginia State Legislature was in session from January 10 to March 9. A special session began on September 30 and adjourned on October 8.
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2023
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In 2023, the West Virginia State Legislature was in session from January 11 to March 11.
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See also
2026 Elections
External links
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Candidate West Virginia House of Delegates District 55 |
Officeholder West Virginia House of Delegates District 55 |
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Footnotes
- ↑ WV Metro News, "Justice appoints Akers to vacant House seat," accessed January 15, 2024
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on September 30, 2024
- ↑ LinkedIn, "JB Akers," accessed January 15, 2024
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| Preceded by Moore Capito (R) |
West Virginia House of Delegates District 55 2024-Present |
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