Congresswoman Miller Announces Grant for Economic Development

WASHINGTON D.C. – Congresswoman Carol Miller (R-WV) announced today an investment worth $96,000 from the Economic Development Administration to the Marshall University Research Corporation. This grant will support the Center for Business and Economic Research (CBER) to conduct research and develop an economic development plan for the region.

The development plan will focus on the counties most impacted by the decline of the coal industry in our state. It will strive to stabilize and diversify the economy, while increasing job creation and private investment.

"The previous administration's ‘War on Coal' negatively impacted our communities in so many ways," said Congresswoman Miller. "As a small business owner, I understand the importance that job creation has on our state. I am committed to getting hard working West Virginian's back in the workforce and growing our economy, so every person has the opportunity for a successful future."

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