The VA AIR Commission is dead. Following my bipartisan efforts, West Virginia's VA Medical Centers will be spared from downsizing. This announcement is a huge victory for West Virginia Veterans, and I'm proud to have led this fight on their behalf.

John and Jo Ann of Raleigh County contacted my office requesting assistance with John's efforts obtain service connected benefits. His claim had been pending with the VA since 2020. With the help my staff, he received a response in three days, was granted service connection and a retroactive payment.

WATCH THE VIDEO

If you or someone you know is in need of assistance with a state or federal agency, please contact my office at 304-342-5855.

Ribbon cutting for the Boys & Girls Club Technology Corner in Charleston; grand opening of Clendenin Brewing Company in downtown Clendenin; ribbon cutting for the new Bluefield Area Transit Regional Transfer Station in Bluefield; ribbon cutting for WZTS television station new Media Center in Montgomery; Lt. Richard Horrigan’s service at Locust Hill Cemetery in Chester; ground breaking for Frankfort Elementary School in Ridgeley; announcement of WV Junior College School of Nursing partnership with Raleigh General Hospital in Beckley.

Low Income Energy Assistance Programs

The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resource (DHHR) is now accepting applications for the Emergency Low Income Energy Assistance Program and Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program. These federally funded programs are available to West Virginia state residents for heating, water and sewer bills.

Those interested in applying may contact their local DHHR office with questions or to request an interview to determine eligibility.

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

Bridge Investment Program

The Bridge Investment Program is a competitive discretionary grant program to improve the safety, efficiency, and reliability of the movement of people and freight by replacing, rehabilitating, preserving, and protecting bridges in the National Bridge Inventory (NBI). It has a focus on improving the condition of bridges in poor condition and supporting activities to prevent bridges in fair condition from dropping to poor condition.

To find out more information and apply for funding, visit the US Department of Transportation's website.