Patrick Morrisey: “I want the money for school clothes, not for beer and cigarettes.”

“We ask all West Virginians to join Denise and me in praying for Travis’s loved ones and the entire mining community during this difficult time,”

“Travis dedicated 24 years of his life to an industry that has helped build West Virginia and power our nation,”

“Every day, our coal miners take on difficult and dangerous work to provide for their families and communities. Their dedication and sacrifice deserve our deepest respect and gratitude.”

We are making state resources available to support communities and first responders wherever they are needed.