Capito Announces $357,000 for WV Department of Agriculture

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Ranking Member of the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee, and member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced $357,000 for the West Virginia Department of Agriculture to prevent pesticide contamination and protect water quality across the state.

“Ensuring West Virginia has the resources it needs to maintain and protect its natural environment is critical for the future of our state,” Ranking Member Capito said. “I’m proud to announce this funding today, which will strengthen the West Virginia Department of Agriculture’s ability to address key environmental priorities such as managing pesticide programs, maintaining water quality for residents, and protecting endangered species.”

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