Trenton Barnhart is a Republican state senator representing District 3 in the West Virginia Senate. Born on November 12, 1996, he works as a banker and is affiliated with organizations including the West Virginia Farm Bureau, NRA, West Virginia Citizen’s Defense League, Pleasants County Republican Executive Committee, and Constitutional Advocates Pleasants County. In 2026, he was sworn in to succeed former Senate President Pro Tempore Donna Boley, pledging to uphold her legacy of service. Notable achievements include serving as the lead sponsor of 7 bills in 2026, such as SB 723 and SB 887 .

Education and Political Experience

• Education: B.A. and MBA from the University of Charleston.
• Political Experience: Previously served in the West Virginia House of Delegates for District 7 and District 9 , including as Assistant Republican Whip ; elected to Senate District 3 in 2026.