Capito Applauds House Passage Of Broadwater Bill

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Today, the House passed S. 307 to designate the Federal building and United States courthouse located at 217 West King Street, Martinsburg, West Virginia, as the "W. Craig Broadwater Federal Building and United States Courthouse." The bill, introduced by Senator Jay Rockefeller, passed the Senate in February. Congresswoman Shelley Moore Capito, R-W.Va., was the lead House Member to direct the legislation to the House floor.

"Judge Broadwater humbly served his state and country as a dedicated member of the West Virginia National Guard and as a member of the Federal Judiciary. He was known by his colleagues and friends as a fair-minded jurist who had a passion for ensuring equal justice for all. I am pleased that this bill has passed the House and the Senate and will now make its way to the President's desk. I look forward to the ceremonial dedication of the courthouse in Martinsburg," stated Capito.

"Judge Broadwater was an honorable and selfless judge, soldier, public servant, and above all, a great friend," said Senator Jay Rockefeller. "The naming of the courthouse will be a fitting tribute to his admirable life and wonderful service and I have been glad to work with Congresswoman Capito to get this bill to the President's desk."

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