Keaton Peters New AI oversight initiatives gain momentum in state legislatures Task forces intend to position states in a proactive footing as they assess the potential benefits of the new technology.
Miles Smith West Virginia secures extension for $1.2B broadband funding proposal The program was put on pause in anticipation of a “rigorous review” by the U.S. Department of Commerce earlier this month.
Jerrod Kingery West Virginia approves $40 million for rural hospital upgrades The money can be used by rural hospitals to undertake important projects, including building upgrades, equipment purchases and improvements in patient care.
Pete Hahnloser $54.2 million will address abandoned oil and gas wells Grants will help measure methane emissions, assess water effects and prioritize cleanup
Keaton Peters Four states have completed process to unlock BEAD high-speed internet funding Most recently, West Virginia secured $1.2 billion in BEAD funding, making it the largest beneficiary of the program so far
Karn Dhingra Feds allocate $475 million to projects redeveloping mines for clean energy Projects are solar, microgrid and pumped storage hydropower systems as well as geothermal and battery energy storage systems
Mary Scott Nabers These projects are eligible for billions in federal funding Funds support efforts to clean up dangerous environmental conditions and pollution caused by coal mining operations
Gracie Warhurst West Virginia turning abandoned mines into economic development projects State to award millions in federal grants to 10 projects statewide.
Karn Dhingra $24 million available to strengthen local, regional food infrastructure Infrastructure focused on specialty crops, dairy, grains, aquaculture and other products but excluding meat and poultry are eligible for funding
Adam Rollins $20 million school bond package up for May vote in West Virginia county Package includes construction, renovation and improvement projects that will revamp the school district’s educational and athletic facilities