Press Releases
Manchin Announces $3.4 Million To Renovate Charleston’s Vossloh Track Building
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $3,431,000 from the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration (EDA) for Advantage Valley. The funding will be used to renovate the former Vossloh Track Building in Charleston, which will support job creation and private investment by attracting new businesses to the region. “The Economic Development Administration continues to be a strong partner for … Continue Reading
May 07, 2024
Manchin, Romney Introduce Bipartisan Back To Work Act
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Mitt Romney (R-UT) introduced the bipartisan Back to Work Act of 2024 to bring employees of federal agencies back to in-person work. According to the Government Accountability Office (GAO), in 2023, 17 of 24 federal agency headquarters were operating at an average capacity of 25% less. This legislation would limit telework to no more than 40% of days within an employee’s pay period and require agencies to report to Congress on the … Continue Reading
May 07, 2024
Manchin Introduces Bipartisan, Bicameral Resolution Designating May 6-12 As National Nurses Week
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) introduced a bipartisan, bicameral resolution designating this week, May 6-12, 2024, as National Nurses Week. The resolution celebrates the critical contributions nurses make to providing safe, quality healthcare in West Virginia and across the country, as well as recognizes the need to strengthen the nationwide nursing workforce. “Nurses in West Virginia and across the United States work tirelessly to ensure all Americans can access the … Continue Reading
May 07, 2024
Manchin Announces $2.6 Million For Head Start Programs In Raleigh, Logan Counties
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $2,606,449 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) for two Head Start programs at the Raleigh County Community Action Association and PRIDE Community Services in Logan County. Head Start supports educational growth from birth to age 5 through services that provide early learning and emotional development, health and safety, and family well-being. “Every child … Continue Reading
May 07, 2024
Manchin Introduces Bipartisan Resolution Designating May 6-10 As National Teacher Appreciation Week
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) joined his bipartisan colleagues in introducing a resolution to designate Monday, May 6 to Friday, May 10, 2024 as National Teacher Appreciation Week. This resolution recognizes the critical work of teachers in West Virginia and across the nation and thanks them for their dedication to preparing students for lifelong success. “West Virginia’s teachers are the backbone of our state,” said Senator Manchin. “I’m proud to join my colleagues … Continue Reading
May 06, 2024
Manchin, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan Protect And Serve Act
Washington, DC - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) introduced the bipartisan Protect and Serve Act to support law enforcement officers in West Virginia and across the country. The legislation would make it a federal crime to knowingly cause, or attempt to cause, bodily injury to a law enforcement officer. “Our brave law enforcement officers in West Virginia and across the country risk their lives every day to keep our communities safe, and we have a responsibility in Congress to do everything … Continue Reading
May 06, 2024
Manchin Announces $2.7 Million For Health Centers In Beckley, Gary
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $2,791,484 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) for Community Health Systems in Beckley and the Tug River Health Association in Gary. These investments will strengthen health services throughout Raleigh and McDowell Counties. “I am pleased HHS is investing more than $2.7 million to help improve the health and well-being of West Virginians in Raleigh and … Continue Reading
May 03, 2024
Manchin: Administration’s Final 30D EV Tax Credit Rule Endorses ‘Made in China’
Charleston, WV — Today, Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), Chairman of the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, released the following statement on the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s final rule implementing the Inflation Reduction Act’s 30D Clean Vehicle Credit. “The United States, the birthplace of the assembly line that revolutionized the automotive industry, has been the world leader in cutting-edge car manufacturing and technology for generations. But with this final rule for … Continue Reading
May 02, 2024
Manchin Announces $28.6 Million To Upgrade Clean Drinking Water Infrastructure In West Virginia
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee and Chairman of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, announced $28,650,000 from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to upgrade clean drinking water infrastructure across West Virginia. The funding is made possible through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and will be used to replace lead service lines and protect public health. “The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law … Continue Reading
May 02, 2024
Manchin, Committee Question Secretary Haaland on Interior’s FY25 Request and Administration’s Throttling of Energy Production on Federal Lands
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee Chairman Joe Manchin (D-WV) held a hearing to question U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) Secretary Deb Haaland about the President’s budget request for the DOI for Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25). During the hearing, Chairman Manchin discussed DOI’s expected loss in revenue due to plans to cut back on oil and gas lease sales, DOI’s lack of progress on finalizing a rule for offshore carbon capture sequestration and DOI’s … Continue Reading
May 02, 2024
Manchin Announces $500k For Cybersecurity Education, Workforce Development Through Marshall University
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee and Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Cybersecurity Subcommittee, announced $500,000 from the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) for Marshall University for the Appalachian Cybersecurity Training, Innovation & Opportunity Network (ACTION) project. This project will create a virtual network of shared learning materials and lay the groundwork for a cyber workforce in central and … Continue Reading
May 02, 2024
Manchin Questions U.S. Secretary Of Transportation On U.S. Refueling Infrastructure, Cardinal Amtrak Train, Corridor H
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee and Chairman of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, questioned Pete Buttigieg, Secretary of the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT). Senator Manchin questioned Secretary Buttigieg on allocating funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIF) to support all-of-the-above refueling infrastructure, prioritizing hydrogen fuel production, restoring daily service on the … Continue Reading
May 01, 2024
Manchin Applauds DOE Decision on LPO Loans Guarantees for Mining and Extraction
Washington, DC — Today, Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), Chairman of the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, released the following statement on the announcement from the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Loan Program Office (LPO) affirming that critical minerals mining and extraction projects are eligible for the Department’s Title XVII Innovative Energy Loan Guarantee Program. Chairman Manchin’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law added eligibility for these and other projects that … Continue Reading
April 30, 2024
Manchin Announces $5M to Rebuild Power Lines and Increase Grid Reliability
Washington, DC — Today, Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), Chairman of the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, announced that the Monongahela Power Company will receive $5 million from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to rebuild more than 23 miles of power-distribution lines in Pocahontas, Braxton and Clay Counties, and to connect a two-mile tie line with the Petersburg Substation. This project will help to increase grid reliability for more than 3,000 West Virginians. This grant … Continue Reading
April 30, 2024
Manchin Announces $1.1 Million To Upgrade Housing In Mercer County, Expand Telehealth Services In Webster, Nicholas, Lewis, Fayette Counties
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $1,166,907 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development program for two projects in West Virginia. The funding will equip Webster, Nicholas, Lewis, and Fayette Counties with telehealth equipment for primary care and mental health services and assist in the rehabilitation of Tremont Park Apartments in Mercer County. “I am pleased USDA is investing more than $1.1 … Continue Reading
April 30, 2024
ICYMI: Manchin Statement on Final Rule for NEPA Review Process
Washington, DC — Today, Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), Chairman of the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, released the following statement on the White House Council of Environmental Quality’s (CEQ) final rule to implement reforms to the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) review process which were included in the Fiscal Responsibility Act (FRA) by Chairman Manchin. “At a time when everyone agrees that it takes too long to build infrastructure in this country, the … Continue Reading
April 30, 2024
Manchin Announces $24.7 Million To Strengthen Healthcare Services Across West Virginia
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $24,724,116 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to strengthen healthcare services across West Virginia. The funding will specifically support 15 local health centers, enhance maternal and child health services, and advance scientific research at West Virginia University. “I’m pleased HHS is investing more than $24.7 million to strengthen healthcare … Continue Reading
April 30, 2024
Manchin Questions U.S. Secretary Of Education On Smarter Debt Act, Fiscal Impact Of Student Loan Cancellation Programs
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, questioned Miguel Cardona, U.S. Secretary of Education, on the importance of the Streamlining More Accessible, Reliable and Transparent Educational Resources for Debt Act (SMARTER Debt Act) and the impact of the Administration’s student loan cancellation programs on the national debt. On the importance of the SMARTER Debt Act: “We have a bill called the SMARTER Debt Act. When people call … Continue Reading
April 29, 2024
ICYMI: Manchin Gives University Of Charleston Commencement Speech
Charleston, WV - On Saturday, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) spoke at the University of Charleston Spring 2024 Commencement Ceremony to applaud the graduates on their terrific accomplishments. “To say that the University of Charleston is a special place would be an understatement,” Senator Manchin said in part. “I have no doubt each and every one of you have so much to give, share and contribute to your community, which in turn strengthens our entire state and nation. As you all go forward … Continue Reading
April 29, 2024
Manchin Announces Commonsense Connections Week From May 6 Through May 10, 2024
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) announced his office will launch Commonsense Connections Week from Monday, May 6, 2024 to Friday, May 10, 2024. Representatives from Senator Manchin’s office will visit all 55 counties to hear West Virginians’ priorities and concerns and offer the Senator’s assistance with federal agencies through casework. Please note that Senator Manchin will not be in attendance. “I have always believed in the importance of retail government - … Continue Reading
