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What branch of government does the attorney general belong to?
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In what year did the office of auditor become an elected position?
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Which one of the following is NOT part of the executive branch?
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What is it called when the governor allows a bill to become law without signing it?
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Joseph H. Diss Debar, West Virginia's first immigration commissioner, is also known for this.
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In 1947, women prisoners were relocated from the state penitentiary to the West Virginia Prison for Women in what town?
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When did West Virginia first institute a sales tax?
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In every county, who is the chief records keeper?
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In what county is the State Police Academy located?
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Which one of the following does the League of Women Voters NOT do?
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