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David B. McKinley
@RepMcKinley
Proud to serve the First District of West Virginia in the U.S. House of Representatives. Member of the Energy and Commerce Committee. Staff-run account
mckinley.house.govJoined January 2011
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David B. McKinley
@RepMcKinley
This is a long time coming! Happy to get this bill to help National Heritage Areas like Wheeling and Appalachian Forest over the finish line. Glad to partner with
@RepPaulTonko
in this effort.
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Paul Tonko
@RepPaulTonko
After much hard work, I’m thrilled to celebrate the passage of my National Heritage Area Act, a bill to ensure the long-term sustainability of these key economic drivers. My thanks to @RepMcKinley and all those whose fierce advocacy helped push this bill across the finish line!
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David B. McKinley
@RepMcKinley
Thank you for the kind words
@SenCapito
. It's been an honor to fight for West Virginia alongside you.
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Shelley Moore Capito
@SenCapito
Today, I delivered a speech to honor my very good friend, @RepMcKinley. David, thank for your fearless advocacy on behalf of WV, the difference you have made in our state that we both love, and the friendship and council you have provided me over the years.
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David B. McKinley
@RepMcKinley
Hard to believe it’s been 59 years ago today that JFK was assassinated… then in the years that followed, we tragically lost Bobby and MLK….but the greatness and faith in our government got us through those tumultuous years…let’s hope that chemistry is still within us.
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David B. McKinley
@RepMcKinley
Mary and I attended tonight’s Strings Concert performed by Wheeling Park High School….including our granddaughter, Annie. We are so proud that our county has this spectacular venue. The performance was outstanding. Thank you, Park….
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David B. McKinley
@RepMcKinley
Good for Coach Cal for sharing this photo. While this was in KY, it could have been anywhere in coal country. Reminds me of the photo of a miner with his daughter that's hung in my office for 12 years. Miners work hard. Take care of their families. Care about their communities.
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John Calipari
@UKCoachCalipari
My family’s American dream started in a Clarksburg, WV coal mine, so this picture hits home. From what I’ve been told, after his shift, he raced to be with his son & watch our team. Don’t know who this is, but I have tickets for him & his family at Rupp to be treated as VIPs!!
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David B. McKinley
@RepMcKinley
The reaction of the crowd last night at Mountaineer Field to former coach Bill Stewart’s appearance on the Jumbotron was electrifying and definitely added to the roar of the crowd….just when the team needed them. Thanks, Bill… you helped again
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David B. McKinley
@RepMcKinley
It was great to be in Morgantown Saturday for the opening of
@WVUMedicine
new Children's Hospital. The new facility is amazing and will give kids and moms access to exceptional care. Appreciate the vision and leadership of all who made this a reality.
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David B. McKinley
@RepMcKinley
It was great to participate in ceremony this afternoon dedicating the Wheeling federal building and courthouse in honor of my friend, Judge Fred Stamp. Judge Stamp devoted his life to service and this is a fitting recognition.
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@RepMcKinley
Good meetings this morning w/
@SenCapito
&
@NTIAgov
at Oglebay. We discussed importance of broadband connectivity with state and local officials and private sector. Access to reliable high speed internet is vital for economic development and to improve quality of life.
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David B. McKinley
@RepMcKinley
At a time when we are facing a global energy crisis, a federal judge restored an Obama-era moratorium on federal coal leasing. This misguided decision will further threaten America's energy security, and will drive up energy costs for Americans.
thehill.com
Federal court restores Obama-era freeze on coal leasing on public lands
A federal judge on Friday restored a 2016 moratorium on coal leasing on federal lands that had been overturned by the Trump administration. In the ruling, Judge Brian Morris of the District of Mont…
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David B. McKinley
@RepMcKinley
In 2018 and again in 2020, I was an original sponsor of legislation to make this possible. The concept for a 3-digit hotline originated during a veterans roundtable in Fairmont, WV and now Americans everywhere will have faster access to support in times of crisis. #988Lifeline
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988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
@988Lifeline
Today is a historical day for #suicideprevention & #mentalhealth in the U.S.! The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, now known as the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, can be more easily reached by calling or texting 988, or chatting on 988lifeline.org. #988Lifeline
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David B. McKinley
@RepMcKinley
It was an honor to pay my respects to Woody Williams yesterday in the US Capitol. A fitting tribute for a man who was a patriot in every sense. He will not be forgotten.
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David B. McKinley
@RepMcKinley
America honors a hero today as Woody Williams lies in state at the United States Capitol. As the last remaining Medal of Honor recipient from WWII, Woody represents not only the best of West Virginia, but the best of America. We are all eternally grateful for his sacrifices.
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David B. McKinley
@RepMcKinley
For far too long, veterans exposed to toxic substances have not received the quality health care and benefits their sacrifices deserve. Tonight, the House acted to stand with America's veterans by passing the PACT Act, improving care and benefits for millions of veterans.
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David B. McKinley
@RepMcKinley
Acid mine drainage from unreclaimed mines contaminates our rivers, streams, and creeks. It harms our environment and it's preventable. In March, I introduced the #STREAMAct to combat acid mine drainage, and today that bill was passed by the full Natural Resources Committee.
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@RepMcKinley
I am excited to hear that the FAA announced they are awarding $15,000,000 to the North Central West Virginia Regional Airport! As a major economic driver in the area for aerospace jobs, this funding will contribute to continued growth across all of North Central West Virginia!
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David B. McKinley
@RepMcKinley
I joined Senator Capito, Senator Manchin, Representative Miller, and the overflowing crowds today in Charleston to pay our respects, and I'm sure Americans from across the country will pay their respects to a great hero in Washington.
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@RepMcKinley
Woody had a wish to lie in state in the U.S. Capitol to represent all WWII Medal of Honor recipients. Working alongside
@SenCapito
@Sen_JoeManchin
and
@RepCarolMiller
it's an honor to grant his wish.
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Alex Thomas
@AlexHouseThomas
🚨 @Sen_JoeManchin announces Woody Williams will lie in state at the U.S. Capitol. Manchin says he received confirmation about the plans this morning. Manchin cites @RepMcKinley, @RepCarolMiller and @SenCapito for helping make this happen.
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David B. McKinley
@RepMcKinley
ICYMI: This week it was announced the AIR Commission would be STOPPED from stripping critical funding in West Virginia. I couldn't be happier that our veterans will no longer have to worry about losing critical services and will continue receiving great care at home in WV!
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David B. McKinley
@RepMcKinley
Joe Biden and his cabal of unelected bureaucrats continue waging war against America's energy industry, but West Virginia is fighting back. Today's #SCOTUS shut down of EPA overreach is a victory for our energy future and for all those suffering from burdensome energy costs.
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David B. McKinley
@RepMcKinley
The loss of Woody Williams is felt not only in West Virginia, but across the nation. Woody was the best of us. A hero at Iwo Jima, he was an icon to veterans across the nation and became their voice on matters before Congress and in state houses. Our nation mourns his passing.
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David B. McKinley
@RepMcKinley
Yesterday, the House passed the Restoring Hope for Mental Health and Well-Being Act. We are pleased that the package included many bill of which I am a lead sponsor or co-sponsor. The bill also included my amendment to block, report, and suspend suspicious orders of opioid pills.
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David B. McKinley
@RepMcKinley
This decision is a major win for law-abiding gun owners across the country. The Supreme Court made the right decision to protect our constitutional rights.
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SCOTUSblog
@SCOTUSblog
The Supreme Court STRIKES DOWN a New York gun-control law that required people to show "proper cause" to get a license to carry a concealed handgun outside the home. The vote is 6-3. supremecourt.gov/opinions/21pdf
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David B. McKinley
@RepMcKinley
We must put families first. Today, during the
@HouseCommerce
oversight hearing, I pressed the FDA on their failure to act urgently & provide basic transparency surrounding the production of baby formula before it became a crisis. Watch:
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McKinley Demands Answers from FDA on Failure to Prevent Baby Formula...
Congressman David B. McKinley, P.E. (W.Va.-01) questioned the U.S. Food and Drug Administration Commissioner about their role in the baby formula supply shor...
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