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Trenton Barnhart
Trenton Carl Barnhart (born November 12, 1996) is an American politician who has served as a Delegate from the 7th district to the West Virginia House of Delegates since 2019. Barnhart is a Republican. Early life, education, and careerBarnhart was born in St. Marys, West Virginia to Mark and Lori Barnhart. He has a B.A. and an M.B.A from the University of Charleston. He was employed as a community banker and compliance auditor. He was also a member of the Pleasants County Republican Executive Committee.[1] Elections2019Barnhart was appointed by West Virginia governor Jim Justice following the resignation of Delegate Jason Harshbarger, on September 17, 2019.[2] 2020In his first primary election, Barnhart was challenged by fellow Republican Kerry Murphy, whom he defeated with 53.65% of the vote.[3] Barnhart won unopposed in the general election.[4] TenureCommittee assignments
Barnhart is an Assistant Majority Whip in the Republican-controlled House of Delegates. Barnhart had a 14% rating from the West Virginia chapter of the Sierra Club as of 2020.[6] Gun rightsBarnhart is a member of the National Rifle Association of America.[1] He has an A rating from the West Virginia Citizens Defense League, a gun rights organization, of which he is member, as of 2020.[7] Barnhart was a sponsor of HB 2739, a bill that would declare West Virginia a Second Amendment "sanctuary state."[8] DC statehoodWith many of his fellow Delegates, Barnhart signed onto a resolution requesting West Virginia Senators and Congressmen to oppose bills that would allow statehood for the District of Columbia.[9] Personal lifeReferences
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