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OMEGA is a West Virginia-based organization dedicated to supporting and advancing the business interests of the state’s petroleum marketing, retail grocery, and convenience store industries.

As a network of over 225 locally owned businesses, OMEGA actively promotes cooperation, advocates for favorable legislation, and provides education and resources to its members. With over 50,000 employees, OMEGA members significantly contribute to the state’s economy, generating more than 10% of all state taxes and supporting local communities through scholarships, charitable donations, and civic involvement.

OMEGA is committed to fostering industry growth while serving West Virginians with essential services like fuel, food, and convenience.

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OMEGA offers three types of membership: Convenience Store Members, Petroleum Marketer Members, and Grocer Members, all of which play a vital role in providing fuel, food, and essentials across West Virginia. As a liaison with state and national agencies, OMEGA works closely with organizations like NACS, PMAA, FMI, and the N.G.A. to advocate on behalf of its members.

We keep members informed through newsletters, legislative updates, an online resource hub, and educational seminars. Additional member benefits include access to the Encova Workers’ Compensation Discount Program and participation in our annual Trade Expo and fundraising efforts for children’s charities. OMEGA is here to support, advocate, and enhance the success of our industry members.

Details: Press; April 04, 2011

Citizens and organizations are invited to attend a roundtable meeting in their area to discuss West Virginia's "food system." Six regional roundtables will be occurring throughout the state, promoted through a partnership between the West Virginia Food & Farm Coalition, West Virginia University Extension Services, the WV Department of Education, WV Community Development Hub, and other local partners.

Details: Press; February 16, 2011

The committee substitute for SB 362 - Increasing excise tax on all tobacco products passed in Senate Health today. The committee substitute did not change the tax rate but changed where the revenue goes. It has $50 million going to OPEB, $40 million to Medicaid, and the balance into tobacco programs, oral health, substance abuse, home health and other areas. The fiscal note on the bill states the revenue from the tax is $130 million. It will now go to the Finance Committee.

It could be taken up as early as Monday. Please call your Senators regarding your opposition to this tax.

Members of this committee are:

Senator Roman Prezioso, Chairman	(304)357-7961
Senator Doug Facemire, Vice Chairman	(304)357-7845
Senator Truman Chafin	(304)357-7808
Senator Larry Edgell	(304)357-7827
Senator Mike Green	(304)357-7831
Senator Walt Helmick	(304)357-7980
Senator William Laird	(304)357-7849
Senator Brooks McCabe	(304)357-7990
Senator Ron Miller	(304)357-7959
Senator Bob Plymale	(304)357-7937
Senator Ron Stollings	(304)357-7939
Senator John Unger	(304)357-7933
Senator Erik Wells	(304)357-7841
Senator Jack Yost	(304)357-7984
Senator Donna Boley	(304)357-7905
Senator Mike Hall	(304)357-7901
Senator Dave Sypolt	(304)357-7914

Details: Press; February 15, 2011

SB 362 - Increasing excise tax on all tobacco products is on the Senate Health & Human Resources Committee agenda tomorrow at 1:00 p.m.

The purpose of the bill is to increase the excise tax on cigarettes by $1.00 per pack; The bill increases the excise tax on all other tobacco products from seven percent of their wholesale prices to fifty percent.

If you do business in a border county and have a senator on this committee, you need to call them and let them know what this tax will do to your business.

Members of this committee are:

Senator Ron Stollings, Chairman (304) 357-7939

Senator Dan Foster, Vice Chairman (304) 357-7866

Senator TrumanChafin (304) 357-7808

Senator Evan Jenkins (304) 357-7956

Senator William Laird (304) 357-7849

Senator Ron Miller (304) 357-7959

Senator Corey Palumbo (304) 357-7880

Senator Roman Prezioso (304) 357-7961

Senator Greg Tucker (304) 357-7906

Senator Mark Wills (304) 357-7843

Senator Jack Yost (304) 357-7984

Senator Donna Boley (304) 357-7905

Senator Mike Hall (304) 357-7901

Details: Press; December 02, 2010

By Taylor Kuykendall

BECKLEY — West Virginia business leaders are meeting with their representatives in government across the state to discuss a range of issues, from combating the state’s drug problem to reforming the court system.

One of the nine meetings held by the West Virginia Business and Industry Council was hosted in Beckley. The purpose of the meeting was to bring lawmakers and business people together to discuss issues important to West Virginia business.

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Supporting West Virginia Communities

OMEGA members play a vital role in West Virginia, supporting communities through substantial tax contributions and a wide-reaching presence across the state. With over 55% of the population living in border counties, our members are dedicated to serving both local and regional needs. Beyond business, we’re proud to give back, having contributed over $3.1 million to children’s charities since 2003, reflecting our commitment to making a positive difference.