Charleston, W.Va. (WVDN) – Delegate JB Akers (R-Kanawha) announced plans to run for re-election to the 55th House District, which represents parts of Kanawha County. Akers was appointed by then-Governor Jim Justice to fill the seat once held by Moore Capito, which Akers retained in the 2024 election. Akers was unopposed in the primary and then won with a large margin in the general election.
“I am proud to stand by my commonsense record that includes reducing taxes on families, individuals and businesses; supporting education; working to attract good-paying jobs and improving the infrastructure of our State,” said Akers. “My primary focus has always been to make it more affordable to live in and create jobs in West Virginia. I am proud of what we have accomplished while recognizing we still have more work ahead of us.”
Akers serves as Chair of the House Judiciary and serves on the Rules Committee during the Regular Legislative Session. During the Interim sessions, he also serves as Co-Chair of Judiciary as well as member of Economic Development, Government and Finance, and Special Investigations Committees.
“Serving as Chair of the House Judiciary Committee places a great deal of responsibility in my hands. The work is demanding, but it is a privilege. My position allows me to help craft policy not just for the 55th House District but also for the entire State. I will always advocate for commonsense legislation that betters the lives of everyday West Virginians.” Akers also expressed appreciation for the strong support he has already received prior to this announcement, which gives him significant cash-on-hand.
Akers, a native West Virginian and lifelong Republican, had his first job working in his parents’ small business. Akers is an alumnus of Wake Forest University and the WVU College of Law, where he met his future wife, Maryclaire. After law school, they settled in Charleston, where they are raising their three children: Katherine, Ethan, and Harper, all whom attended Kanawha County public schools.
“I was taught to be thankful that God put me and my family in this country. I was raised by hard-working parents who instilled a strong work ethic and desire to be a servant leader,” said Akers.
Today, Akers practices at Akers Law Offices, PLL,C representing individual West Virginians and local small businesses. He and Maryclaire are very involved in their community while serving on various boards and non-profits, along with volunteer and church work.
For more information about the campaign, visit www.jbakers.com.
