Today is Election Day in West Virginia! I encourage all eligible voters to vote.
Polls are open until 7:30PM. FIND YOUR POLLING PLACE

Throughout 2022, my team will be hosting "Cutting Through the Red Tape," a five-part live informational video series to answer your questions about state or federal agencies.

The second live video will feature a representative from the Social Security Administration (SSA) who will be answering West Virginians' questions about applying for Social Security benefits and receiving assistance in a timely manner.

PREMIERES LIVE ON MAY 17TH AT 5:30 PM

$54 MILLION FOR WEST VIRGINIA BRIDGE REPAIR AND ADHS

“West Virginia has the highest percentage of bridges in poor condition in the country, which is why I have fought for years through my seat on the Transportation Appropriations Subcommittee for dedicated funding for bridge rehabilitation across the state. I am pleased West Virginia is receiving more than $54 million from FHWA this year, and I will continue to work with federal and state agencies to address the infrastructure needs of the Mountain State.”

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For the first time ever, the SBA National Small Business Person of the Year is from West Virginia! Congratulations to Jill Scarbro of Bright Futures Learning Services in Winfield on this well-deserved recognition!

Gayle and I are heartbroken to hear of the tragic accident on May 1st that claimed three lives, including Gassaway volunteer firefighter John Forbush. John will always be remembered for his heroism. Please join me in praying for their families.

Mr. Haddix of Belington contacted my office for assistance with a large VA overpayment. He was told a letter was sent out in 2021, but he never received anything. As the result of my office's inquiry, it was determined that the VA had an old address and that his wife had been removed as his dependent. Once this was corrected the overpayment was reduced to zero.

With the help of my staff, I was honored to lend my voice of support for several events in the region: Kanawha County Public Library's grand re-opening of the Main Library in downtown Charleston; ceremony for the Fairmont Senior Boys Basketball State Championship team in Fairmont; Marshall County Schools Engineering Expo at John Marshall High School in Glen Dale; Black Rock Wind Farm Ribbon Cutting and Tour in Elk Garden; Small Business Breakfast Club in Paden City; Veloxint Announcement at Touchstone Laboratories in Wheeling; High School Pavilion Ribbon Cutting at Shawnee Sports Complex in Dunbar.

Emergency Connectivity Fund for West Virginia Schools and Libraries

The Federal Communications Commission has announced a third opportunity for eligible West Virginia schools and libraries to apply for funding from the Emergency Connectivity Fund. This program, which I supported as part of the American Rescue Plan, has provided nearly $40 million in funding for eligible equipment and services to help close the Homework Gap and keep our kids connected.

The deadline for applications is May 13, 2022.
To learn more or apply for funding, visit https://www.fcc.gov/emergency-connectivity-fund.

Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program Available to Eligible Residents

The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resource (DHHR) is now accepting applications for the Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) until funds are exhausted. This federally funded program assists eligible state residents in paying water or wastewater bills. Eligibility is based on income, household size and whether the household is responsible for paying water or wastewater bills.

To learn more about the Low Income Water Assistance Program and apply for assistance, contact your local WV DHHR office or visit WV DHHR's website.

A list of local offices may be found HERE or by calling 304-352-4431.

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