“Investing in our communities means long-term economic development that creates and supports good-paying jobs. I’m pleased USDA is awarding more than $9.3 million to support these five vital projects, which will upgrade water and wastewater infrastructure in Monroe, Ohio, Hardy, Wood and Mason Counties. As a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, I will continue working with USDA to ensure our rural communities across the Mountain State have what they need to thrive.”