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U.S. Senator for . Ranking member . Please do not hesitate to contact me to share your commonsense ideas, concerns or if you need assistance.

Joined January 2011

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  1. Updating and investing in our wastewater infrastructure is absolutely critical, especially in rural areas of the state where it is long overdue. That's why I'm proud to announce $1.5M for wastewater expansion in McDowell County. MORE:

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  2. As West Virginians, we know that our hardworking and patriotic miners put their lives on the line every day. Gayle and I send our hearts out to Adam DeBoard’s family and loved ones, and we, like all West Virginians, will keep them in our prayers.

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  3. Mar 8

    .: "As ranking member of the Senate Energy & Natural Resources Committee, I will be fighting to ensure plays a meaningful role in these cleaner energy solutions, just as we always have in the nation’s sector." Read more:

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  4. Today on - and every day - we celebrate and thank the women in our lives who are making our country and world a better place. We owe it to every American to stand up for women’s rights and bridge the gap in our nation.

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  5. Mar 7

    As we move towards a cleaner future we must ensure legacy producing states like are apart of solutions.

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  6. It was great meeting with retired miners in my office today. Our coal miners have provided our nation with the energy we needed to power our nation to prosperity, and we owe it to them to provide them the healthcare benefits and pensions they've earned.

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  7. Current medical privacy laws can lead to potentially dangerous medical situations for patients with substance abuse disorder. That's why I'm urging Secretary Alex Azar to initiate a rulemaking process that will improve coordination of care. MORE:

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  8. It was an honor to visit with Veterans of Foreign Wars today. Thank you for your service!

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  9. I applaud for signing an Executive Order to help combat Veterans suicide. This special task force will coordinate efforts to determine what works & issue funding to community-based organizations. I will continue to do everything I can to help end his devastating problem.

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  10. Today during the first Senate hearing of the 116th Congress to address the crisis our nation is facing, I stood up for 's coal miners, who we can't leave behind during transitions to a new fuel or provider. MORE:

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  11. Last year, Chad Readler filed a motion on behalf of to take away healthcare from people with pre-existing conditions, including 800,000 West Virginians. For this reason, I will oppose Mr. Readler's nomination to be a judge on the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals.

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  12. I am honored to be able to lead the Congressional Squadron of and support this admirable organization. As a pilot myself, I look forward to watching the accomplishments of the Civil Air Patrol as pilots and as citizens as they continue to serve their country.

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  13. All West Virginians deserve safe, clean drinking water. That’s why I’m proud to introduce bipartisan legislation mandating that the declare PFAS as hazardous substances & enabling a requirement that polluters undertake or pay for remediation. MORE:

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  14. Today’s announcement by that it will lay fiber throughout is a great investment in our state. West Virginians deserve to have reliable access to broadband regardless of where they live, and today's news is a step in the right direction. MORE:

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  15. My staff will be across the state Monday for ! Come by any of these locations for hands-on help from my staff with federal or state issues.

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  16. I am grateful that the WV Division of Highways has received more than $1.4M through the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) public assistance grant program to repair roadways damaged by storms in April 2018. MORE:

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  17. Mr. , my little state could benefit from the type of investment Amazon’s second HQ could bring, and I think Wild & Wonderful would contribute more than you could ever believe to your company & your legacy. I pledge to assist in any way I can to make this a reality.

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  18. Today I wrote to CEO , urging him to choose as the new site of Amazon’s new HQ. WV's hardworking citizens, business-friendly economic environment, vast highway system, & beautiful landscape are just a few reasons HQ2 should be in .

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  19. WATCH: Today, I questioned WVU Director of Addiction Services James Berry & other experts on the opioid epidemic in America & ways we can fight addiction at the state & local level. We must put an end to this terrible epidemic & better help those who are addicted and seeking help

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  20. I'm proud to announce has awarded more than $14M to health centers in West Virginia. As a member of , I'll continue advocating for the support of these health centers that provide such necessary care for our fellow citizens. MORE:

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