Co-op Law
Resources for Worker Cooperatives
Co-op Law
Resources for Worker Cooperatives

West Virginia

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Unfortunately, we currently don’t have specific information about this state. The legislative framework for cooperatives in the U.S. varies, making it challenging to provide detailed cooperative laws for each state. However, we’ve gathered additional resources below that might have more information specific to your state. 

Other Resources

The National Cooperative Business Association’s (NCBA) State Cooperative Statute Website is a comprehensive, state-by-state review of co-op law. NCBA’s mission is to develop, advance, and protect cooperative enterprise. Their work highlights the impact that cooperatives have in the economic success of communities around the world. 

The ICA Group, based in Massachusetts, created this resource for state and federal law, policy proposals, and legal forms that might have specific information about your state. 

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