Cody Cumpston for West Virginia House District 6

Name: Cody Cumpston

Office: House of Delegates District 6

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Biography:

I was born and raised in Cameron, WV, and I know what it means to grow up in a small town where people look out for each other. More than five years ago, my family and I built our home in Moundsville, where we’ve proudly put down roots and continue to invest in our community.

I’ve been married to my wife, Erica, for 20 years, and together we’re raising two amazing daughters. Our oldest attends West Virginia University, majoring in Horticulture with a minor in Conservation, while our youngest plans to attend Northern Community College this fall to study Software Engineering. Our home is always busy and shared with six rescue cats, two dogs, four chickens, and a fish tank.

I’m a proud member of IBEW Local 141 and serve as an elected member of the Executive Committee and the Social Committee, helping support working families and strengthen our union. I’m also active with the Marshall, Tyler, and Wetzel Labor Council, advocating for fair treatment and strong worker protections.

I stay involved locally as a member of the Moundsville Land Reuse Committee, the Moundsville Planning Commission, and as President of Marshall County Mutual Aid, where I work to make sure neighbors have help when they need it most.

Top Issues:

Affordability:

West Virginia has some of the fastest rising utility rates and grocery prices in the country. I will fight for public investments that lower utility bills, hold the Public Service Commission accountable, make fresh food more affordable, and support our local farmers. I will also work to make home ownership more attainable for young people by supporting new construction and strengthening first-time homebuyer programs.

Worker’s Rights:

Wages have not kept up with inflation while corporate profits hit record highs. I will fight for fair wages, prevailing wage policies, stronger workplace safety protections, and the restoration of collective bargaining rights so workers can organize and thrive.

Family:

I will work to expand access to affordable childcare, strengthen our public schools, and fight for paid sick and maternity leave so families can succeed.