Infrastructure in West Virginia isn't working—especially in rural communities. ​

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• 1 in 4 public water systems in West Virginia had a recent health-based violation.

• 75% of the state’s dams are classified as high-hazard potential.

• Only 45% of roads are rated in “good” condition.

• 20% of bridges are structurally deficient.

• Our rural road fatality rate is nearly double the national average.​

West Virginians work hard, pay their taxes, and show up for their communities. They hold up their end of the bargain. But too often, our government gets distracted by culture wars and political talking points while basic responsibilities are ignored until an election year.  ​​

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West Virginia consistently ranks at or near the bottom nationally in infrastructure quality, despite residents being taxed multiple ways for roads, utilities, and public services. Infrastructure is not abstract, it determines whether our children get to school safely, if our heat stays on in January, and if small businesses and remote workers can operate. 

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For Stephanie, better infrastructure means investing in roads, bridges, sewer systems, volunteer fire departments, and broadband. It's drinkable water.  When infrastructure fails, working families pay the price.
 

Stephanie believes infrastructure funding must be transparent, accountable, adequate, and prioritized for the communities most in need.