Charleston Leader

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito has announced a series of grants from various federal agencies aimed at supporting multiple initiatives across West Virginia. These grants, secured through her leadership roles on several Senate committees, will fund projects in healthcare, education, infrastructure, and more.

In the healthcare sector, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is providing substantial funding for research and services. Marshall University in Huntington will receive $4,524,982 for pharmacology and related research. West Virginia University (WVU) in Morgantown is set to receive over $1 million for diabetes and nursing research. Additionally, numerous health centers across the state will benefit from $600,000 each to expand substance use disorder and mental health services.

The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has allocated funds to WVU for training initiatives focused on mine safety. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has provided $121,550 to prevent water contamination in Charleston.

Significant support also comes from the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC), which is funding a variety of community development projects throughout the state. Notable allocations include $3,255,000 to Hinton for infrastructure projects and over $2 million each for water projects in Swiss and employment dignity programs in Charleston.

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has awarded $202,125 to develop flood mitigation strategies statewide.

Funding from the U.S. Department of Energy supports hydroelectric projects at Willow Island and Glen Ferris with over $1 million each under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.

Economic development efforts are bolstered by nearly $4 million from the Economic Development Administration (EDA) for Boone County's waterline extension work among other projects.

Grants from the U.S. Department of Justice focus on crime prevention and victim support programs across West Virginia.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture contributes over a million dollars towards rural development projects like upgrading Junior’s water distribution system.

Additional support includes National Parks Service grants for park improvements and a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts supporting community arts in Huntington.

Senator Capito's efforts highlight ongoing federal investment into diverse sectors within West Virginia aiming at improving public welfare and economic growth across communities.