Press Releases

September 18, 2023

Manchin, Kennedy Introduce Bipartisan Protecting Our Courts from Foreign Manipulation Act

Washington, DC - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and John Kennedy (R-LA) introduced the bipartisan Protecting Our Courts from Foreign Manipulation Act of 2023 to stop foreign entities and governments from funding litigation in American courts. “Foreign actors such as China and Russia use third-party litigation funding to support targeted lawsuits in the United States, undermining our economic and national security. This legislation would provide a commonsense strategy to protect our legal … Continue Reading


September 15, 2023

Manchin Announces $5.9 Million for Rural Workforce Development Across West Virginia

Charleston, WV - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $5,939,156 from the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), in partnership with the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC), for Connec Train Corp., Coalfield Development Corp., Blue Ridge Community and Technical College and West Virginia University. The funding is made possible through the DOL Workforce Opportunity for Rural Communities initiative and will provide career training and … Continue Reading


September 14, 2023

Manchin Works to Protect Veterans’ Access to Emergency Care

Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Veterans Affairs Committee, raised concerns to U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Secretary Denis McDonough about proposed changes that would alter the rates the VA pays for emergency medical transportation, such as ambulances or air transport, and jeopardize access to healthcare, particularly in rural or hard to reach areas. “Over the last few months, healthcare professionals and their associations … Continue Reading


September 14, 2023

Manchin Announces $8 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 $8,020,000 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to strengthen healthcare services throughout West Virginia. The funding will specifically support improving mental health services, expanding access to substance use disorder treatment services and bolstering food safety systems statewide. “Every West Virginian deserves access to quality, affordable health … Continue Reading


September 14, 2023

Manchin Announces $1.9 Million to Reduce Violent Crime Across West Virginia, Support Huntington Community Reentry Program

Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $1,976,364 from the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) for the West Virginia Division of Justice and Community Services and the City of Huntington. The funding will help communities across West Virginia combat violent crimes against women, as well as bolster community reentry strategies and services for people in Huntington who have been involved in the criminal justice system. “I’m … Continue Reading


September 14, 2023

Manchin, Barrasso Issue Permitting Update

Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV), Chairman of the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, and John Barrasso (R-WY), Ranking Member of the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, released a statement following their meeting on permitting reform.  “We are in agreement that we must act to accelerate our permitting system and are committed to reaching a bipartisan solution that prioritizes American energy security, reliability and … Continue Reading


September 14, 2023

Manchin Announces $3.5 Million for Boone Memorial Health and Wellness Center, Lincoln Emergency Medical Services

Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced Boone Memorial Hospital will receive $3,000,000 and Lincoln Emergency Medical Services will receive $525,000 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The funding will help establish the new Boone Memorial Health and Wellness Center in Danville, as well as purchase three critically-needed ambulances for Lincoln Emergency Medical Services. These federal awards are … Continue Reading


September 13, 2023

Manchin Announces $467K for West Virginia DMV Technology Upgrades, Commercial Motor Vehicle Safety

Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $476,729 from the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) for the West Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) and the Public Service Commission of West Virginia. The funding will support high priority technology upgrades at the West Virginia DMV, as well as providing more accurate and timely data to state law enforcement on … Continue Reading


September 13, 2023

Manchin Speaks With More Than 1,500 West Virginia Students at 54 Schools about U.S. Service Academies

Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) hosted a video call with more than 1,500 West Virginia students to encourage them to apply to the U.S. Service Academies and answer student questions about the application process. Students interested in applying to a U.S. Service Academy can submit an application to Senator Manchin’s office by October 1, 2023. “Attending a U.S. Service Academy is a privilege reserved for the best and brightest young men and women across our country. … Continue Reading


September 13, 2023

Manchin Announces $685K to Support Safe, Affordable Housing for all West Virginians

Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $685,239 from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for six housing organizations across West Virginia. The funding will help ensure safe, affordable housing for all West Virginians. “Every West Virginian deserves a roof over their head and a warm, safe place to sleep at night,” said Senator Manchin. “I’m pleased HUD is investing more than $685K to help ensure … Continue Reading


September 12, 2023

Manchin Questions Nominee for Chief of Staff of the U.S. Air Force

Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC), questioned General David W. Allvin, USAF on his nomination to be Chief of Staff of the U.S. Air Force. Senator Manchin questioned General Allvin on the importance of passing a national budget on time, reinstating the Department of Defense (DoD) Chief Management Officer position and providing air support to Ukraine. On the military and economic importance of passing a national budget … Continue Reading


September 12, 2023

Manchin, Rubio Introduce Bipartisan, Bicameral Legislation to Protect Healthcare Employees Against Workplace Violence

Washington, DC — Today, U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Marco Rubio (R-FL) introduced the Safety from Violence for Healthcare Employees (SAVE) Act, a bipartisan and bicameral legislation that would create stronger legal penalties for people who knowingly and intentionally assault or intimidate hospital employees. “Our nation’s healthcare workers tirelessly care for the health and well-being of communities across the country, even in the face of increased violence, threats, and … Continue Reading


September 11, 2023

Manchin Announces $3.2 Million to Expand Substance Use Disorder Recovery Services Across West Virginia

Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $3,245,104 from the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) for 12 projects that will expand access to substance use disorder recovery services in communities across West Virginia. The funding is made possible through ARC’s Investments Supporting Partnerships in Recovery Ecosystems (INSPIRE) Initiative, which provides resources to communities across Appalachia for recovery programs … Continue Reading


September 11, 2023

Manchin Announces $3 Million to Enhance Environmental, Public Health Across 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 $3,070,092 from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for five projects to enhance environmental and public health across West Virginia. The funding is made possible in part through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and will support efforts to clean up brownfields sites, water quality restoration projects in … Continue Reading


September 11, 2023

Manchin Announces $1.6 Million to Promote Public Safety, Support Law Enforcement Across West Virginia

Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $1,629,968 from the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) for three programs dedicated to promoting public safety and supporting law enforcement throughout West Virginia. The funding will assist the West Virginia State Police in increasing laboratory capacity to process DNA samples and combatting child abuse and exploitation online, as well as develop residential substance use disorder … Continue Reading


September 11, 2023

Manchin Statement on the 22nd Anniversary of 9/11

Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) released the following statement in honor of the 22nd anniversary of September 11, 2001 and in remembrance of those lives lost, including our brave service heroes. “That tragic day twenty-two years ago is forever seared into our memories. Today especially, we honor those who lost their lives on September 11th, the families who still mourn them, the brave first responders and our service members who answered the call that day and in the … Continue Reading


September 08, 2023

Manchin Announces $150M From Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to Strengthen and Onshore Critical Material Supply Chains

Charleston, WV - Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), Chairman of the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, announced that the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is making available $150 million to advance processes to produce and refine critical minerals and materials in the United States through research, development, and demonstration projects. This funding is made possible by Chairman Manchin’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, and builds on recent announcements from DOE, including an $8 … Continue Reading


September 07, 2023

Manchin Statement on Removal of More Than 13M Acres from Oil and Gas Leasing in the National Petroleum Reserve–Alaska and Cancellation of Seven Leases in ANWR

Washington, DC - Today, Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), Chairman of the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, released the below statement following the U.S. Department of the Interior’s announcement that more than 13 million acres in the National Petroleum Reserve in Alaska (NPR-A) would be withdrawn from oil and gas leasing and that seven leases awarded to the Alaska Industrial Development and Export Authority (AIDEA) from the January 2021 lease sale within the non-wilderness … Continue Reading


September 07, 2023

Manchin Questions Witnesses on Rapid Development of Artificial Intelligence, Energy Department’s Role in Ensuring Security

Washington, DC - Today, the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee held a hearing to examine recent advances in artificial intelligence (AI) and the Department of Energy’s (DOE) role in ensuring U.S. competitiveness and security in emerging technologies. During the hearing, Chairman Joe Manchin (D-WV) discussed the DOE’s expansive role in research and development of AI and supercomputing, competition with China and the risks posed by the rapid growth of AI.  “Over the past few … Continue Reading


September 07, 2023

Manchin Announces $122K to Expand Broadband Access for Students at Seven West Virginia Schools

Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the U.S. Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $122,155 from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) for seven West Virginia schools. This funding is made possible through the Emergency Connectivity Fund (ECF) and will help the schools purchase laptops and tablets, Wi-Fi hotspots, modems, routers and broadband connections for students, faculty and staff. “The Emergency Connectivity Fund continues to provide critical … Continue Reading

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