Candidate for West Virginia House of Delegates - District 53 in 2026 West Virginia Primary Election.
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Get StartedTerry stands firmly with law enforcement. Our communities depend on officers who put their lives on the line every day to keep families safe. Learn more
He will also ensure radical gender ideology is kept out of our classrooms. Learn more
After personally experiencing a school system that failed his own child, Terry supports school choice options that ensure every family can find the right educational environment for their kids. Learn more
West Virginia produces the energy that powers America, yet too many West Virginia families struggle with some of the highest utility bills relative to income in the country. Terry is proudly pro-coal and supports an all-of-the-above American energy strategy that puts West Virginia workers first. He will fight to protect coal jobs, expand energy production, lower utility rates, and ensure West Virginians benefit from the resources produced in their own state. Learn more
Terry has long championed expanding ATV trail systems and outdoor recreation opportunities to bring jobs and investment into central West Virginia, building on the success seen in other parts of the state. West Virginia’s natural beauty should create opportunities for local families. Learn more
As lifelong hunter and gun owner, Terry Burns will always defend the constitutional right to keep and bear arms. West Virginians don’t need permission from Washington or Charleston to protect their families, their property, or their way of life. Terry will oppose any attempt to weaken Second Amendment protections. Learn more
Terry Burns strongly supports President Trump’s immigration policies and believes our federal immigration laws must be enforced. If someone enters this country illegally, they should be deported. Terry supports full cooperation between local law enforcement and federal immigration authorities. Learn more
He supports policies that keep boys out of girls’ sports to ensure fair competition and protect female athletes. Learn more
Terry believes seniors who built West Virginia should not be taxed out of their homes. He supports exploring property tax reforms that protect retirees on fixed incomes while ensuring out-of-state property owners pay their fair share. Learn more
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