Press Releases
Manchin Statement on Continued Efforts to Keep West Virginia’s Postal Facility in the State
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) released the following statement after speaking with Postmaster General Louis DeJoy about the Mail Processing Facility Review of its Charleston Processing and Distribution Center (P&DC) facility. Senator Manchin encourages every West Virginian to submit comments to the USPS at the link here opposing changes to the West Virginia mail processing facility. “I just had a productive call with Postmaster General Louis DeJoy about the Mail … Continue Reading
December 01, 2023
Manchin: President Biden Allowing Administration to Route Essential Supply Chains Through China
Washington, DC - Today, Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), Chairman of the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, issued the following statement on the proposed rules by the U.S. Department of the Treasury that would make it easier for Foreign Entities of Concern (FEOC) to take advantage of the Inflation Reduction Act’s (IRA) 30D Clean Vehicle Tax Credit while hurting American taxpayers and increasing our reliance on foreign adversaries, like China. “I remember waiting in line at the … Continue Reading
December 01, 2023
Manchin Statement on the Death of Retired Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) released the following statement on the death of retired U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor. “I have always had profound respect and admiration for Justice O’Connor, and she leaves an incredible legacy as an icon of the American judicial system. Having already served in three branches of state government in Arizona, she was unanimously confirmed by the Senate in 1981 as our nation’s first female Supreme Court Justice. … Continue Reading
December 01, 2023
Manchin Announces $155K from Appalachian Regional Commission for Three West Virginia Projects
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $155,970 from the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) for three West Virginia projects. The funding will support community outreach programs, including technical assistance efforts, environmental advocacy, and grant funding opportunities for at-risk middle and high school students. “I’m pleased the ARC is investing more than $155K in supporting these three vital community … Continue Reading
November 30, 2023
Manchin Announces $150K for Community Training Program at West Virginia University
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $150,000 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) for West Virginia University (WVU). The funding will support the creation of a two-phase community training program that encourages West Virginia’s local produce growers to adopt the triple-wash process for their products. “West Virginia’s farmers and ranchers are the backbone … Continue Reading
November 30, 2023
Manchin Questions Witnesses About Building America’s Nuclear Energy Capabilities
Washington, DC - Today, the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee held a hearing to examine opportunities and challenges associated with advanced nuclear reactor commercialization. During the hearing, Chairman Joe Manchin (D-WV) discussed opportunities for advanced nuclear considering federal support from the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, commercialization challenges and the need to onshore our nuclear energy supply chains. “The Bipartisan … Continue Reading
November 30, 2023
Senate Passes Manchin, Collins Resolution Designating November 2023 as National Homeless Children and Youth Awareness Month
Washington, DC - Yesterday, the U.S. Senate unanimously passed U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Susan Collins’ (R-ME) bipartisan resolution designating November 2023 as National Homeless Children and Youth Awareness Month. In the United States, more than 1,200,000 students experienced homelessness during the 2021-2022 school year, including an estimated 13,530 in West Virginia and 4,400 in Maine. Companion legislation was introduced in the House by U.S. Representatives Suzanne Bonamici … Continue Reading
November 29, 2023
Manchin Announces $109 Million for Water Infrastructure Upgrades in West Virginia
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $109,880,000 from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for the state of West Virginia. This funding is made possible through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and will support improving water systems and expanding access to safe drinking water across the state. “I am proud to have secured more than $109 million through the EPA and the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to support … Continue Reading
November 29, 2023
Manchin: There is Absolutely No Reason to Move Our West Virginia Mail Processing Facility to Another State
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) released the following statement on the U.S. Postal Service’s decision to conduct a Mail Processing Facility Review of its Charleston Processing and Distribution Center (P&DC) facility. “There is absolutely no reason to move our West Virginia mail processing facility to another state. I will do everything within my power to prevent the loss of this facility. The U.S. Postal Service should reverse its deeply flawed and misguided plan … Continue Reading
November 29, 2023
Manchin Celebrates 2023 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree Lighting
Washington, DC - Yesterday, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), Chairman of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, celebrated the 2023 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree Lighting on the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol Building. Senator Manchin was joined by Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (R-LA), Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), Representatives Carol Miller (R-WV) and Alex Mooney (R-WV), essay contest winner Ethan Reese and the Richwood High School Marching Band. “It was an honor to … Continue Reading
November 29, 2023
Manchin, Romney Speak Before House Budget Committee on Bipartisan Fiscal Stability Act
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Mitt Romney (R-UT) spoke before the House Budget Committee to discuss their bipartisan Fiscal Stability Act. The Senators’ legislation would create a bicameral fiscal commission tasked with finding legislative solutions to stabilize and decrease the national debt, which now exceeds $33.75 trillion - more than double what it was just ten years ago. “Years of fiscal irresponsibility have brought us to the crisis we face today, which … Continue Reading
November 27, 2023
Manchin Announces $568K for Three Research Projects at West Virginia University
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $568,173 from the National Science Foundation (NSF) for three research projects at West Virginia University (WVU). The funding will support research on photonic quantum computation, chemical production processing with modern technology, and public opinion surveys on the impacts of theoretical Constitutional changes on minority citizens. “The National Science Foundation continues … Continue Reading
November 27, 2023
Manchin Announces $50M Grant for New Boston Metal Facility in Weirton
Washington, DC — Today, Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), Chairman of the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, announced that Boston Metal will receive a $50 million grant through the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Advanced Energy Manufacturing and Recycling Grants Program to support the construction of a new facility in Weirton, West Virginia, to manufacture ultrapure chromium metal and high temperature alloys that are critical materials needed for advanced energy technologies. … Continue Reading
November 22, 2023
Manchin Announces $3.6 Million for Eight Rural Development Projects in West Virginia
Charleston, WV - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $3,619,000 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development program for eight projects that will spur economic development throughout West Virginia. “Investing in our communities means long-term economic development that creates and supports good-paying jobs,” said Senator Manchin. “I am pleased USDA is investing more than $3.6 million in these eight vital … Continue Reading
November 22, 2023
Manchin Wishes West Virginians a Happy Thanksgiving
Charleston, WV - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) released the following statement wishing West Virginians a happy Thanksgiving. “Thanksgiving is a time for all of us to reflect on the great blessings we share as West Virginians and Americans. I was always taught that if you can count your blessings, you can share your blessings, and I have proudly passed this lesson along to my children and grandchildren. “Today and every day, I am thankful for the privilege to serve the great people … Continue Reading
November 21, 2023
Manchin Statement on Israel's Approval of Hostage Deal With Hamas
Charleston, WV - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin, member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, released the following statement on the Israeli Cabinet approving a deal in which Hamas will release Israeli hostages in exchange for a four-day pause in fighting in Gaza. “I have continued to support Israel’s right to handle this conflict on its own terms and in a manner expected of a nation that abides by the law of armed conflict. This is a positive development for the families of those held … Continue Reading
November 21, 2023
Manchin Statement on IRS Delay of Small Business Reporting Requirement
Charleston, WV - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) released the following statement on the decision by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to delay the new $600 Form 1099-K reporting threshold requirement for third-party payment organizations for tax year 2023 and instead use a phased-in approach. The phased-in approach will allow the agency to review its operational processes to better address taxpayer and stakeholder concerns. Last December, Senator Manchin introduced an amendment to … Continue Reading
November 21, 2023
Manchin Reintroduces Black Lung Benefits Improvement Act
Legislation would ensure every coal miner who suffers from black lung disease receives the benefits they are entitled to Charleston, WV - Today, U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV), Bob Casey (D-PA), John Fetterman (D-PA), Sherrod Brown (D-OH), Tim Kaine (D-VA) and Mark Warner (D-VA) and U.S. Representative Bobby Scott (D-VA-3) reintroduced the Black Lung Benefits Improvement Act to help miners who have suffered from black lung disease and their survivors access the workers compensation they are … Continue Reading
November 20, 2023
Manchin Statement on 55th Anniversary of the Farmington Mine Disaster
Charleston, WV - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) released the following statement on the 55th anniversary of the Consolidation Coal Company’s No. 9 Mine Tragedy in Farmington, West Virginia. “On November 20th, 1968, an explosion in the Consolidated Coal No. 9 Mine killed 78 men in my hometown of Farmington, West Virginia and this tragic disaster devastated our entire state. We still feel the loss of our fellow West Virginians to this day. I lost my uncle John Gouzd and my neighbor, … Continue Reading
November 20, 2023
Manchin Announces $2 Million for Wastewater Infrastructure Improvements in Raleigh County
Charleston, WV - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), Chairman of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee and member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $2,000,000 from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for the Shady Spring Public Service District in Raleigh County. This funding will support upgrades to the Glen Morgan wastewater treatment plant to expand the plant’s capacity to approximately 1.6 million gallons per day. This federal award is one of the … Continue Reading
