August 5th, 2025 by WCBC Radio

President Donald Trump’s discretionary budget included a 93% reduction to the budget of the Appalachian Regional Commission, slashing funding from $200 million down to $14 million dollars.  In appropriations committee meetings, that funding was restored back to $163 million dollars. West Virginia congressman Riley Moore argued for the funding…

   

“Each year the ARC invests in critical priorities across the Appalachian Region. These programs align with President Trump’s agenda to develop rural America, combat addiction, develop the workforce and improve infrastructure. Failing to restore these funds will leave these Americans and their communities behind.”