Jackson

Throughout this past year, Congressman Space has fought to provide economic development not only for Jackson County, but also for the entire region. Listed below you will find some of the projects that will make a significant impact on the lives of residents living in Jackson County:

• Listening to the Concerns of Our Farmers – In February of last year, Congressman Space hosted a listening session to address the needs and concerns of local farmers.
• Learning about the State of Health Care - Last August, Congressman Space visited Holzer Medical Center on a hospital tour. He learned that rural, acute care hospitals often represent the only access to hospital care available to the entire county, and face unique obstacles as a result.
• Leading the Push for Broadband Development – Congressman Space held a “Connecting Appalachia” Broadband Summit in Jackson to highlight the growing need for broadband investment in the region.
• Fighting Hunger at Home – Congressman Space visited Jesus in the Hills Food Pantry in Wellston to raise awareness and funds for our neediest citizens.
• Saving the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) – Congressman Space worked in Congress to reverse drastic proposed budget cuts for the ARC. The Commission has been an economic engine since President John F. Kennedy set in motion the steps that led to its creation. In fact, in 2007 Congress actually increased the ARC funding to $73 million, the first increase in a decade.

Congressman Space pledges to continue working to ensure that the 18th District receives the support necessary to spur economic growth, maintain a functional infrastructure, and meet the needs of residents.