Press Releases
MANCHIN RELEASES WEEKLY ENERGY REPORT
Washington, D.C. - Today U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) released a report detailing the price and production levels of coal as well as natural gas prices in Appalachia and nationally. For the week ending September16, 2017 estimated U.S. coal production totaled approximately 15.5 million short tons. This production estimate is 1.1% lower than last week's estimate and 7.2% higher than the production estimate in the comparable week in 2016. Read Senator Manchin's full report by clicking here. … Continue Reading
September 25, 2017
Manchin and Capito Announce $350K for Huntington to Address Opioid Crisis
Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) announced $350,000 in funding from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office of Public Health and Science and Office of Minority Health to support the City of Huntington's effort in battling the opioid crisis. The funds will support the minority health community programs to improve minority health. "Huntington is ground zero for the opioid crisis in America," Senator Manchin said. … Continue Reading
September 22, 2017
MANCHIN STATEMENT ON CVS DECISION TO MAKE PROACTIVE CHANGES TO PRESCRIBING GUIDELINES
Washington, D.C. - Today U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) applauded the announcement of CVS Health's initiatives to limit the number of opioid pills prescribed to what the patient needs, boosting funding for addiction programs and counseling, and strengthening programs for the safe disposal of opioids will combat prescription abuse. "I am thankful and appreciative of CVS Health's decision to make these proactive changes to combat the opioid epidemic that is plaguing West Virginia," Senator … Continue Reading
September 22, 2017
Manchin and Capito Announce $500K Aerospace Grant for Wayne and Cabell Counties
Washington, D.C. - Today U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) announced $500,000 in grant funding from the U.S. Department of Commerce's Economic Development Administration to Marshall University's Research Corporation. The funds will be used to create the Robert C. Byrd Institute (RCBI) AERO, an aerospace manufacturing proof of concept center in Cabell and Wayne counties. "As a pilot myself, I look forward to the growth and development of the aerospace industry in … Continue Reading
September 21, 2017
Manchin and Capito Introduce Legacy Act to Protect Individuals Recovering from Substance Use Disorders
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) will introduce the Protecting Jessie Grubb's Legacy Act (Legacy Act), legislation to help bring the regulations governing substance use treatment disorder records in better alignment with the privacy rules and protections for other medical records. The goal is to ensure that healthcare providers have access to the full scope of their patient's medical history and are able to provide appropriate care. This bill … Continue Reading
September 21, 2017
Manchin, Capito Announce Funding to Support West Virginia Law Enforcement Efforts
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) today announced a total of $649,459 in federal funding from the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) to help support various law enforcement efforts in West Virginia. "I'm pleased to see this investment in West Virginia's public health, safety, and its natural wildlife from the Department of Justice. This funding will enable us to continue to protect our children and loved ones from sexual assault and other … Continue Reading
September 20, 2017
Manchin, Capito Announce More Than $1 Million in Federal Funding to Help Fight Drug Epidemic in West Virginia
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) today announced a total of $1,108,186 in federal funding from the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy's (ONDCP) Drug-Free Communities (DFC) Support Program. The funds will help West Virginia communities mobilize individuals and organization to help prevent youth substance abuse. "The future of West Virginia lies in the success of our children and grandchildren," Senator Manchin said. … Continue Reading
September 20, 2017
Manchin and Capito Join Bipartisan Effort to Extend Critical Funding for West Virginia Community Health Centers
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) joined a bipartisan group of senators to call for immediate action to extend critical funding for community health centers before funding runs out at the end of this month. In a letter to leaders of the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions, the senators expressed their strong support for community health centers, which provide access to cost-effective primary and preventive care for … Continue Reading
September 20, 2017
Manchin and Capito Announce More Than $290,000 for Rural Economic Development Projects
Washington, D.C. - Today U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) announced $292,329 in grant funding from the US Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) and Rural Business Development Grants to provide economic development opportunities to rural West Virginia businesses. This funding will be used to make energy efficient improvements, provide entrepreneurship training, develop facilities and conduct a feasibility study. "As the … Continue Reading
September 19, 2017
Manchin Receives Michael Prestera Award of Excellence for his Fight Against Substance Abuse
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) was recently awarded with the 2017 Michael Prestera Award of Excellence for his work in the fight against West Virginia's substance abuse epidemic. Last Friday at the "Recovery 4 a Change" celebration at Harris Riverfront Park in Huntington, Prestera Center CEO Karen Yost presented Senator Manchin with the award in front of a crowd of people in substance abuse recovery. "I've got hope and faith in each and every one of you," Senator Manchin … Continue Reading
September 19, 2017
Manchin and Capito Announce Funding to Support Transitional Housing Program in Charleston
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) today announced that the Young Women's Christian Association of Charleston will receive $345,858 from the U.S. Department of Justice (DoJ) Office on Violence Against Women for the Transitional Housing Grant Program. This funding will be used to provide housing and supportive services, including safety planning, case management, counseling, adult and children's support groups, life skills, legal and court … Continue Reading
September 18, 2017
Manchin Applauds Senate Passage of the National Defense Authorization Act
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) applauds the Senate passage of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018, a vital piece of legislation that will provide our military with the means necessary to defend our nation. "This defense package is truly a bipartisan piece of legislation and provides necessary funding to support our troops, defend our nation and provide support to our West Virginia service members and facilities," Senator Manchin said. "Maintaining a … Continue Reading
September 18, 2017
Manchin Releases Weekly Energy Report
Washington, D.C. - Today U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) released a report detailing the price and production levels of coal as well as natural gas prices in Appalachia and nationally. For the week ending September 9, 2017 estimated U.S. coal production totaled approximately 15.7 million short tons. This production estimate is 4,5% lower than last week's estimate and 1.5% higher than the production estimate in the comparable week in 2016. Read Senator Manchin's full report by clicking … Continue Reading
September 15, 2017
Manchin Statement on West Virginia House Delegation Voting Against Mine Safety Funding
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) released the following statement on the West Virginia House of Representatives Members voting against mine safety funding. "The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) is vital to protecting miners who put their lives on the line to power our nation. And this year, House appropriators gave MSHA $8 million less than recent years. And, if it had passed, an amendment sponsored by Congressman Mark Meadows of North Carolina and supported by … Continue Reading
September 15, 2017
Manchin and Capito Announce More Than $2.3 Million in Grant Funding for Transportation Programs
Washington D.C. - Today U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) announced $2,343,032 in funding from the U.S. Department of Transportation for West Virginia transportation programs. "The roads and bridges that connect West Virginians are vital to ensure the success of our state's commerce and economy," Senator Manchin said. "This funding will enable communities across the state to grow businesses, more easily travel to see family members and explore all the wonders … Continue Reading
September 14, 2017
Manchin, Capitio Announce Nearly $3.7 Million for West Virginia Health Centers, Organizations
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) today announced $3,683,255 in federal funding from the Health Resources and Services Administration, an agency of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, for health centers and rural health organizations across West Virginia. The funding will help increase access to substance abuse and mental health services by providing health centers support to increase personnel and leverage health … Continue Reading
September 13, 2017
Manchin and Capito Announce $10k for West Virginia Entrepreneurs
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) today announced the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) awarded a total of $10,000 to support the West Virginia University Research Corporation for the TransTech Energy Business Development. Twenty Appalachian enterprises will provide pitch presentations, and one will receive in-depth technical assistance. Overall, four new companies will be formed, $500,000 in leverage private capital will be raised and four … Continue Reading
September 12, 2017
Manchin Co-Chairs Energy Subcommittee, Highlights $130 Million in Funding for Intel
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) today co-chaired a Senate Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on Energy & Power hearing on the Department of Energy's national lab system. Senator Manchin introduced Dr. Brian Anderson, who leads the West Virginia University Energy Institute, and talked about his work on the Senate Appropriations Committee to secure full funding for the National Energy Technology Lab (NETL) in Morgantown. Senator Manchin said in part: "The lab that … Continue Reading
September 12, 2017
Manchin and Capito Announce Funding to Support WVU Manufacturing Partnership Program
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) today announced that the West Virginia University Research Corporation will receive $250,000 in funding from U.S. Department of Commerce's National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Hollings Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP). The funding will support the West Virginia Manufacturing Extension Partnership (WVMEP) Solutions for West Virginia Manufacturers program. MEP is a national network … Continue Reading
September 11, 2017
