West Virginia Legislature Passes Historic $2.1 Billion Infrastructure Bill
The sweeping bipartisan legislation will fund road repairs, broadband expansion, and water system upgrades across all 55 counties.
The West Virginia Legislature voted overwhelmingly Thursday to approve a historic $2.1 billion infrastructure package that supporters say will transform the state's aging roads, bridges, and water systems over the next decade.
Key Provisions
The bill, known as the Mountain State Infrastructure Modernization Act, passed the Senate 28-6 and the House 82-18, earning broad bipartisan support. Governor Patrick Morrisey is expected to sign it into law next week.
The package includes:
- $800 million for road and bridge repairs across all 55 counties
- $450 million for broadband internet expansion to underserved rural areas
- $350 million for water and wastewater system upgrades
- $300 million for school facility improvements
- $200 million for economic development infrastructure
Broadband Expansion
Perhaps the most celebrated component targets broadband access. An estimated 300,000 West Virginians still lack reliable high-speed internet.
"This is a once-in-a-generation investment in West Virginia's future," said Senate President Craig Blair. "Every child in this state deserves the same access to opportunity, whether they live in Charleston or Clay County."
Timeline
Construction on priority projects is expected to begin this summer, with broadband expansion already underway in several pilot counties.
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