This holiday is another reminder of the ways we’ve all had to adjust and rework communal celebrations and gatherings in the age of COVID-19. As you celebrate this weekend, remember to follow the CDC recommendations and follow social distancing guidelines. Enjoy this 4th of July weekend!

Click here to watch the PBS Special on July 4th!

This bill is a radical Green New Deal plan masquerading as an infrastructure package. Instead of working constructively to improve America’s crumbling roads and bridges and create jobs at a time we desperately need them, Speaker Pelosi turned a highway bill that is traditionally bipartisan into a wish list full of far-left policies.

The Democrats’ ‘my way or the highway bill’ widens the urban-rural divide by shortchanging West Virginia and other rural areas. Instead, 40% of the funding would go to fund Green New Deal initiatives aimed at abolishing fossil fuels. The bill also fails to streamline the permitting process that holds up investments and jobs for years unnecessarily.

There’s no question we need to invest in our aging roads and bridges and modernize our water and energy infrastructure. Doing so would put millions of Americans back to work. But, a partisan messaging bill that will never become law simply delays these needed investments and adds to the cynicism of the American people.

The U.S. Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration (EDA) awarded West Virginia $4.4 million in CARES Act Recovery Assistance grants!

Congress passed the CARES Act to help America’s economy get back on track. These investments are vital in helping West Virginia respond and recover from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, and will help promote economic development in communities across the state.

To read more, click here.

GREAT news, the June job's report exceeded expectations! Last month we added 4.8 million jobs and the unemployment rate fell to 11.1%. The report shattered experts expectations. 

In May, Governor Jim Justice announced his plan for reopening the economy. Reopening will not happen suddenly, but with time. We should be able to open in a safe and cautious manner as long as we continue to follow the social distancing guidelines. 

Phase one began on Thursday, April 30th. From there, each phase of the reopening process for Weeks 2-6 will begin on Monday of each subsequent week. Currently, we are in week 10 of the reopening phase. COVID-19 case numbers will continue to be monitored throughout the entire reopening process. 

The STAY-AT-HOME order was lifted on Sunday, May 3rd and a SAFER-AT-HOME was put in place on Monday, May 4th. 

Week 9 events that opened this week:

Fairs, festivals, amusement parks, and rides 
Outdoor open-air concerts


More Information, click here.

• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, which the chorus to Country Roads lasts about that long. 
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
• If soap and water are not available, use hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% of alcohol.
• Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
• Put distance between yourself and other people if COVID-19 is spreading in the community. 
• Wear a cloth face covering in public settings. 

• Stay home if you are except to receive medical care.
• Cover coughs and sneezes with tissues and throw away the tissue.
• Clean and disinfect touched surface areas daily.

Economic Direct Payment Filers and Non-filers Information

Economic Direct Payment FAQ

Unemployment Benefits for West Virginians

Assistance for Small Business Owners

Veterans Information on COVID-19

Meal Pick-Up Sites for Children 

Blood Donations