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Senator Rockefeller believes the nation's transportation infrastructure lays the backbone of our economic success and global competitiveness. As Chairman of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, Senator Rockefeller is uniquely positioned in Congress to help build and maintain the transportation infrastructure that West Virg...
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A strong advocate for West Virginia's children and families, Senator Jay Rockefeller has worked throughout his career in public service to help improve their quality of life. He has fought to increase access to health care for all West Virginians, especially for children; improve early childhood educaton and family wellnes; raise awareness of adopt...
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Senator Rockefeller firmly believes that investments in education are investments in stronger communities, a better educated workforce, and a path to a stronger future. Whether it's a child learning how to read, high school students preparing for college or a new job, or an adult taking classes to prepare for a career change, Senator Rockefeller re...
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Senator Rockefeller has long believed that we need to develop a comprehensive and responsible national energy policy to make our country more energy secure. This includes making sure that coal is a key part of our energy future, just as it has been an essential part of West Virginia’s history. Coal currently provides nearly half of our nati...
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During the time Senator Rockefeller spent in Emmons, West Virginia, as a young VISTA volunteer, he came to believe that access to health care should be a right and not a privilege. As a national leader on health policy and Chairman of the Senate Finance Subcommittee on Heath Care, Senator Rockefeller has fought to make sure that every American has...
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Senator Rockefeller's entrepreneurial approach to economic development is multifaceted. He has brought dozens of new employers to West Virginia from around the world, while maintaining a focus on saving jobs in traditional West Virginia industries like steel, mining and chemical manufacturing. It's a dynamic, comprehensive approach that brings inve...
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As a member and former Chairman of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, Senator Rockefeller has been a strong leader defending our military personnel, protecting our country's national security, and improving and reforming the country's intelligence capabilities.
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Senator Rockefeller has long fought to preserve programs that help provide essential care for aging seniors. Just as millions of Americans contributed to Medicare and Social Security throughtout their lives, he believes we must make sure these programs are able to protect them when they need it. Senator Rockefeller successfully fought back efforts ...
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Dating back to his first days in state office, Senator Rockefeller has stood alongside West Virginia workers and their families. He is a longtime supporter of the rights of employees to negotiate for better wages, safer working conditions, and a brighter future for their families. He has also taken a stand on policies that benefit working Americans...
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West Virginia has a very proud history and long-standing leadership role in military service, and Senator Rockefeller has focused on making sure that all veterans receive the health care, benefits, and support they need and have earned. Under his leadership on the Senate Committee on Veterans' Affairs, Senator Rockefeller has led the charge for aff...
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