Press Releases
Manchin Statement on FERC Decision
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) released the following statement on the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) decision to terminate the Proposed Rule on Grid Reliability and Resilience Pricing and the subsequent decision to initiate a new proceeding to examine grid resilience. "I applaud Secretary Perry for his ongoing leadership in making sure our electric grid is reliable," Senator Manchin said. "I believe that action to prevent imminent closures of important … Continue Reading
January 08, 2018
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 December 30, 2017, estimated U.S. coal production totaled approximately 10.5 million short tons. This production estimate is roughly 32.4% lower than last week's estimate and 28.1% lower than the production estimate in the comparable week in 2016. To read Senator Manchin's full report click … Continue Reading
January 03, 2018
Manchin Applauds Department of Energy Progress Toward $1.9 Billion Loan Guarantee for Appalachian Storage Hub
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) applauded the Department of Energy's (DOE) decision to invite the Appalachia Development Group, LLC (ADG) to begin Part 2 of the application process for a $1.9 billion loan guarantee - a critical step in the loan guarantee process. Senator Manchin has led efforts in the Senate to help develop the Appalachian Storage Hub, which would create jobs and grow the economy in the Appalachian region. Senator Manchin commends ADG's work and looks … Continue Reading
January 02, 2018
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 December 23, 2017, estimated U.S. coal production totaled approximately 15.5 million short tons. This production estimate is roughly 2.4% higher than last week's estimate and 3.2% higher than the production estimate in the comparable week in 2016. To read Senator Manchin's full report click … Continue Reading
January 02, 2018
Manchin Statement on the 12th Anniversary of the Sago Mine Disaster
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) issued the following statement on the 12th anniversary of the Sago mine disaster. "Twelve years ago, twelve brave miners tragically lost their lives at Sago. On that day, I grieved with the miners' families and with all West Virginians. I think of those miners and the strength and sacrifices of their families each and every day, and my thoughts and prayers are with them and their loved ones on this sad anniversary. After Sago, we worked to … Continue Reading
December 29, 2017
Manchin Statement on Miner Death in Fayette County
Charleston, WV - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) today released the following statement on the death of Thurman A. Watts, a coal miner who was working in Fayette County. "All of West Virginia is heartbroken to learn of the loss of Thurman A. Watts today. Yet again, we are reminded of the incredible sacrifices our coal miners and their families make every day. Gayle and I join the entire state in sending our thoughts and prayers to the Watts family during this difficult time." … Continue Reading
December 29, 2017
Manchin Secures Forklift for Five Loaves & Two Fishes Food Bank in Kimball
Charleston, WV - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) released the following statement following the delivery of a much needed forklift to Five Loaves & Two Fishes Food Bank in Kimball, WV. Today Toyota Motor Manufacturing West Virginia donated a forklift to Five Loaves & Two Fishes. After learning about the food bank's need for a forklift, Senator Manchin was instrumental in securing the forklift for the food bank. "Since I learned of the urgent need from Senator Richard Ojeda at Five … Continue Reading
December 22, 2017
Manchin Wishes West Virginians a Merry Christmas
Washington, DC - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) released the following statement wishing West Virginians a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. "Gayle and I, along with the entire Manchin family, would like to wish all West Virginians, Americans, and our brave service men and women a Merry Christmas and a peaceful and prosperous New Year. "This holiday season, it is important to celebrate our many blessings - especially the love of our families and friends. It is also a time to remember … Continue Reading
December 22, 2017
Manchin, Brown, Kaine, Warner & Casey Urge Secretary Acosta to Protect Miners Safety & Health
Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV), Sherrod Brown (D-OH), Tim Kaine (D-VA), Mark Warner (D-VA) and Bob Casey (D-PA) sent a letter to the Secretary of the Department of Labor (DOL), Alexander Acosta, urging him to keep the Respirable Dust Rule to protect mine safety and miners health. This letter comes after the rule was included in the Unified Agenda for re-examination. The Senators said in part: "Given this increase in black lung disease and the devastating impact … Continue Reading
December 21, 2017
Good News: Energy Department Report Shows Manchin Led Storage Hub Effort Good for Appalachia
Washington, D.C. -U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) applauded a Department of Energy (DOE) report that demonstrates opportunities for a natural gas liquids storage hub in the Appalachian region are vast and would lead to positive economic development. "The Appalachian Storage Hub is a vital American energy infrastructure project that will enhance energy and national security while leveraging the region's unique energy resources for the long-term economic benefit of families, manufacturers, and … Continue Reading
December 21, 2017
42,240 Americans Die From Opioids Last Year, Manchin Asks When Government Will Take It Seriously
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) today released a statement on the Center for Disease Control's (CDC) new report on opioid overdose deaths in 2016. The report stated that in 2016, there were 42,249 opioid related overdose deaths in the US. That is a 28% increase over 2015. That's 115 people dying every day. "There has not been a year since I have been in the Senate that opioid overdose deaths have gone down, and this year is no different. Despite my best efforts to work with … Continue Reading
December 21, 2017
Manchin Applauds President Trump Executive Order on Critical Minerals
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) applauded President Trump for issuing an executive order to identify new sources of critical minerals - also known as rare earth elements - in the United States. Senator Manchin introduced the Rare Earth Element Advanced Coal Technologies Act (REEACT Act) in July to ensure the Department of Energy (DOE) office of Fossil Energy continues this important program, and authorizes and annual appropriation of $20 million per year through 2025. "I am … Continue Reading
December 20, 2017
Manchin Disappointed to Vote No on Short Sided and Rushed Tax Bill
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) released the following statement on his vote against the rushed Senate tax plan. "For the last several months I have worked with President Trump, Gary Cohn, Marc Short and the economic team at the White House on a tax reform plan that I hoped would benefit the people of West Virginia and the country. I was honored to be invited to the White House on multiple occasions to meet with the President and know that he was genuine in his desire to … Continue Reading
December 19, 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 December 9, 2017, estimated U.S. coal production totaled approximately 15.5 million short tons. This production estimate is roughly 1% lower than last week's estimate and 0.4% higher than the production estimate in the comparable week in 2016. Read Senator Manchin's full report click here. … Continue Reading
December 19, 2017
MANCHIN SENDS RECOMMENDATIONS ON COMBATING OPIOID EPIDEMIC TO WEST VIRGINIA DHHR FOR USE IN RESPONSE PLAN
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) sent a letter to Bill Crouch, Secretary of the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR), proposing recommendations for West Virginia's response plan to combat the opioid crisis. Last month, the DHHR announced the development of an opioid response plan through public engagement and collaboration with experts that will be presented to Governor Jim Justice and the West Virginia Legislature in January 2018. Senator Manchin … Continue Reading
December 19, 2017
MANCHIN AND CAPITO ANNOUNCE MORE THAN $1.2 MILLION FOR WEST VIRGINIA HEAD START PROGRAMS
Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) announced $1,231,457 in funding from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Administration for Children and Families (ACF) to support Head Start programs in Raleigh County. "Head Start allows the children of West Virginia access to early education that is vital to their development," Senator Manchin said. "These funds will support the programs in Raleigh County, and I'm excited for the … Continue Reading
December 18, 2017
Sens. Manchin, Moran Call for Bipartisan Legislative Solution to Protect Free and Open Internet, Promote Rural Broadband Access
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) and Jerry Moran (R-Kan.), Chairman of the Commerce Subcommittee on Consumer Protection, Product Safety, Insurance, and Data Security, today issued the following statement: "As senators who have been working to close the digital divide, we believe federal policy must continue to promote the expansion of broadband access across rural America. Consumers and innovators deserve clear rules of the road that will continue to ensure the internet … Continue Reading
December 15, 2017
Manchin, Capito Urge Congressional Leadership to Commit Resources to Opioid Epidemic
WASHINGTON, D.C. - As the nation's opioid epidemic continues to ravage communities across the country, U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) today joined a bipartisan group of senators in calling on Senate leadership to provide states with the resources they need to tackle this ongoing public health emergency. In their letter, the bipartisan group urge Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) to include … Continue Reading
December 15, 2017
MANCHIN APPLAUDS NEW ‘BRIDGE OF HOPE’ SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM FOR PEOPLE IN RECOVERY
Charleston, W.Va. - Today at Recovery Point Charleston, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin joined representatives from Fruth Pharmacy and the Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation to unveil a new program, "Bridge of Hope," that will provide scholarships for people in recovery to seek education and job training. "Today is about people right here in West Virginia who want to make a change, who have made a change, and who want a bright future," Senator Manchin said. "These scholarships will give those who … Continue Reading
December 13, 2017
MANCHIN CALLS ON FDA AND DEA TO CONSIDER RESCHEDULING NERVE-PAIN MEDICATION THAT HAS BEEN CONNECTED TO OVERDOSE DEATHS IN WEST VIRGINIA
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) sent a letter to Scott Gottlieb, Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and Robert Patterson, Acting Administrator of the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), asking the administrations to consider rescheduling and requiring additional risk mitigation for the drug gabapentin, a nerve-pain medication labeled as a "drug of concern" by the West Virginia Board of Pharmacy. Senator Manchin said in part: "While our focus is … Continue Reading
