SHEPHERSTOWN, W.Va (The Hinton News) – Senator Jim Justice visited the Bavarian Inn and delivered remarks on his bill, the Shenandoah Valley Battlefields National Historic District Boundary Expansion and Partnership Act of 2026.
“West Virginia’s history is American history, and we ought to be doing everything in our power to preserve it. The brave men who fought and sacrificed so much during the Civil War deserve to be remembered, and we have a responsibility to make sure future generations understand what happened right here in our state. This bill is about protecting that legacy while bringing more visitors to the Eastern Panhandle, creating jobs, and putting more dollars into our local communities. I’m proud to be working with Congressman Riley Moore and the Shenandoah National Battlefield Foundation to get this over the line,” said Senator Jim Justice.
“West Virginia’s history is inseparable from the Civil War, and we have a responsibility to preserve the battlefields where so many gave their lives to help shape our state and our nation. I’m proud to join Senator Justice in championing the Shenandoah VALOR Act to help protect these historic sites while creating new opportunities for tourism, supporting local businesses, and strengthening our economy in the Eastern Panhandle. We can preserve our heritage while continuing to grow our communities, and I’m proud to work alongside Senator Justice and the Shenandoah Valley Battlefields Foundation to make that vision a reality,” said Congressman Riley M. Moore.
