Patrick Morrisey: “Tourism generated 1.1 billion in tax revenue.”

“West Virginia isn't just participating in the backyard brawl, it's winning it. Now tourism growth benefits all West Virginians. Last year alone, Tourism generated 1.1 billion in tax revenue. It's pretty amazing. With more than $619 million going directly to state and local governments, visitor spending reduced the tax burden on residents by nearly $859 per household.” (04:41–04:45)

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