Silver Haired Legislature Wraps Up Session

{Charleston, West Virginia}...Members of the Silver Haired Legislature wrapped up its 30th year at the state capitol Thursday afternoon. The meetings began Wednesday with discussions on several topics including Marcellus shale drilling. The group says it recognizes the importance of the development of the Marcellus shale in West Virginia but they also want to make sure it's done responsibly. The Silver Haired Legislature heard from experts on the various topics before adopting a number of position papers. Other issues included improvement of educational qualifications for magistrate judges, the use of cell phones while driving, tax credits for individuals and businesses who hire veterans and financial elder abuse. The group heard Thursday from Governor-elect Earl Ray Tomblin.