Patricia Rucker

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As chair of the Senate Education Committee, you have supported school choice legislation in West Virginia. How do you assess the fiscal impact of the Hope Scholarship program on public school funding, and what accountability measures ensure taxpayer dollars spent on private education produce measurable outcomes?

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West Virginia ranks among the highest states for prescription opioid overdose deaths. What specific legislative steps are you taking in your district to expand access to substance use treatment, mental health services, and recovery housing for residents who cannot afford private care?

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Many rural West Virginia counties face deteriorating roads and bridges that affect daily commutes, commerce, and emergency response times. How are you working to direct state infrastructure funding to your district, and how can constituents track the progress of those projects?