“MSTC is a thriving and important initiative that has grown in significance in a relatively short time.” - Congressman Nick J. Rahall

“This project will help to ensure that West Virginia will play a leading role in the discovery and deployment of new technology and training innovations in our mines. It is a win for mine safety and a win for economic development throughout the state.” - U. S. Senator Robert C. Byrd

“Deploying new technologies is absolutely critical if we are to make mines in West Virginia and across the country safer. Congressman Rahall’s work in landing the grant for the Mine Safety Technology Innovation Capability & Regional Business Development Project will move us closer to making sure that the latest and best technology becomes as much a part of a miner’s life as his or her lunch pail.” - U.S. Senator Jay Rockefeller

“Nick Rahall is a respected leader on mining issues in Congress, and his strong support for this effort will surely translate into real results for the workers of our state and nation.” U.S. Rep. Alan Mollohan
“The establishment of the Mine Safety Technology Consortium represents another major step in West Virginia’s efforts to be a national and international leader in the development of innovative safety advancements and new technology that better protects miners in the workplace.” - West Virginia Governor Joe Manchin

“As the concept [of MSTC] is further developed it is going to add tremendously. We were involved with Dr. Szwilski from the inception of the concept and we believe in it. We think it has real merit and real value.” - Clarence Martin, CEO, State Electric Supply Company

“MSTC has provided a valuable resource to West Virginia’s mining community. Dr. Tony Szwilski and Dennis Jarvis, II make a great team and are providing strong leadership for the program.” - Chris Hamilton, Vice President West Virginia Coal Association

“MSTC cares. They want to empower people and create a passion to tell the story of why we are what we are and why we are mountaineer proud.” - Carl Baisden, Taskforce One

“It’s an honor to be involved with this [MSTC] and to celebrate the heritage and future of mining in WV.” - Bob Keller, WVUIT