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Manchin, Local Officials Celebrate New River Region Funding Announcements
Lansing, WV - Yesterday, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee and Chairman of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, visited the New River Gorge National Park and Preserve to celebrate the Fiscal Year 2024 Congressionally Designated Spending (CDS) projects coming to the area, as well as the $3.7 billion in federal funding secured for the region since the National Park and Preserve’s designation in January of 2021. Senator Manchin was joined … Continue Reading
August 25, 2023
Manchin Announces $387K for Two Physics Research Projects at West Virginia University
Charleston, WV - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin, member of the U.S. Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $387,194 from the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) for two physics research projects at West Virginia University (WVU). The funding will support critical research into light-shaping structures and semiconductor microcavities. “West Virginia University continues to make our state proud with important and cutting-edge scientific research initiatives,” said Senator … Continue Reading
August 25, 2023
Manchin Announces $125K to Support Lewis Mobile Veterinary Services
Charleston, WV - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $125,000 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) for Lewis Mobile Veterinary Services, an ambulatory practice based in Jane Lew. The funding will support the organization’s efforts to provide quality veterinary care for livestock throughout central West Virginia, conduct outreach and education programs and help train the next … Continue Reading
August 24, 2023
Manchin Statement on BOEM’s Final Notice of Sale for Gulf of Mexico Oil and Gas Lease Sale 261
Charleston, WV - Today, Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), Chairman of the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, released the below statement following the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management’s (BOEM) Final Notice of Sale (FNOL) and Record of Decision (ROD) for Gulf of Mexico Oil and Gas Lease Sale 261 that reduces the size of the sale by approximately 6 million productive acres on the U.S. Outer Continental Shelf. “This Administration continues to kowtow to radical environmentalists … Continue Reading
August 23, 2023
Manchin Announces $2.3 Million to Strengthen Fire Safety in West Virginia
Charleston, WV - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $2,384,746 from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to strengthen fire safety across West Virginia. The funding will provide critical resources to seven emergency services organizations as well as support two cities in their efforts to train personnel, improve efficiency, promote public safety and advance research into … Continue Reading
August 23, 2023
Manchin Announces $2.5 Million for Three Research Projects at West Virginia University
Charleston, WV - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin, member of the U.S. Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $2,597,108 from the National Science Foundation (NSF) for three research projects at West Virginia University (WVU). The funding will support critical physics research into two-photon imaging and new quantum materials, as well as establish an innovative helium recovery system. “West Virginia University continues to make our state proud with innovative research projects, and I’m … Continue Reading
August 22, 2023
Manchin Announces $7.1 Million to Strengthen Healthcare Services Across West Virginia
Charleston, WV - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $7,119,658 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to strengthen healthcare services throughout West Virginia. The funding will specifically support expanding access to substance use disorder treatment services, advancing critical medical research, bolstering food safety systems and strengthening maternal health. “I’m pleased HHS is investing more than $7.1 … Continue Reading
August 22, 2023
ICYMI: Manchin Attends New Herbert Hoover High School Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Charleston, WV - On Saturday, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) visited Elkview to attend the ribbon cutting ceremony for the new Herbert Hoover High School and tour the facility. Senator Manchin joined local stakeholders, school leadership, his fellow elected officials and West Virginia native and country music artist, Brad Paisley, for the grand reopening. “It was great to be in Elkview to celebrate the enormous triumph of rebuilding Herbert Hoover High School - an important milestone in our … Continue Reading
August 21, 2023
Manchin Celebrates Groundbreaking for Raleigh County Memorial Airport Industrial Park Expansion
Beaver, WV - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) joined local and state officials to celebrate the development of the 105-acre site-ready property at the Raleigh County Memorial Airport Industrial Park. “As a pilot myself, I know firsthand how essential regional airports are to the quality of life and economic strength and safety of the community,” said Senator Manchin. “The expansion at Raleigh County Memorial Airport will provide local businesses with access to new markets, as well as … Continue Reading
August 21, 2023
Manchin Announces $1.3 Million for Four West Virginia Research Initiatives
Charleston, WV - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the U.S. Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $1,386,682 from the National Science Foundation (NSF) for four West Virginia research initiatives. The funding will support critical research into radio interference, the reuse of lithium-ion batteries and global sea level rise, as well as design a curriculum to expand access to geoscience education and career opportunities for high school students across Appalachia. “I’m … Continue Reading
August 17, 2023
Manchin Visits WVU Medicine Children’s Hospital to Unveil Locker at Hostetler Family Resource Center
Morgantown, WV – Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) visited WVU Medicine Children’s Hospital for the unveiling of his locker located in the Hostetler Family Resource Center. The Center works to ensure families have the necessary resources while receiving care and services so that their sole focus can be on their child. “Gayle and I are proud to be a part of the Hostetler Family Resource Center to help ensure every family can have some peace of mind and a place of refuge … Continue Reading
August 16, 2023
Manchin, Rounds Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Authorize Cyber Operations Against Mexican Transnational Criminal Organizations
Charleston, WV – U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV), Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Cybersecurity Subcommittee, and Mike Rounds (R-SD), Ranking Member of the Senate Armed Services Cybersecurity Subcommittee, introduced the bipartisan Countering Mexican Transnational Criminal Organizations (TCOs) in Cyberspace Act of 2023. The legislation provides the Department of Defense (DoD) 60 days to develop a congressionally authorized strategy to conduct Cyber operations that combat Cross … Continue Reading
August 16, 2023
Manchin Statement on One Year Anniversary of the Inflation Reduction Act
Charleston, WV – Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) released the following statement on the one-year anniversary of the signing of the Inflation Reduction Act. “The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) is one of the most historic pieces of legislation passed in decades for working and middle class families, and we are already seeing real results across West Virginia. “While some across both parties and the Administration have chosen to play political games with this important … Continue Reading
August 15, 2023
Manchin Announces $8.2 Million to Strengthen Health Services Across West Virginia
Charleston, WV – Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $5,860,706 for the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Services’ Take Me Home Transition Program, which helps seniors in long-term care facilities transition back to their own home or apartment. In addition, another $2,404,303 in federal funds will help newborns across West Virginia who are suffering from neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS), a withdrawal … Continue Reading
August 15, 2023
Manchin Announces $968K for Two West Virginia Research Projects
Charleston, WV – Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the U.S. Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $968,380 from the National Science Foundation (NSF) for two West Virginia research projects. The funding will create a new cyberinfrastructure network to expand data-driven research at Shepherd University and advance critical astronomical research at West Virginia University (WVU). “The National Science Foundation continues to be an important partner for the … Continue Reading
August 15, 2023
Manchin Visits State Fair of West Virginia
Charleston, WV—Yesterday, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) visited the 98th Annual State Fair of West Virginia to meet with West Virginians, enjoy the decades-long traditions of educational and agricultural exhibits and local food. “The State Fair of West Virginia is one of my favorite traditions where we showcase the very best of the Mountain State,” said Senator Manchin. “It is great to see everyone come together to celebrate West Virginia’s … Continue Reading
August 14, 2023
Manchin Secures More than $312 Million for West Virginia Projects in Fy24 Funding Bills
Charleston, WV – This summer, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, secured $312,452,233 in Congressionally Directed Spending (CDS) for local West Virginia projects in the Senate Appropriations Committee’s fiscal year 2024 funding bills. The Senate Appropriations Committee, under regular order and on a bipartisan basis, reported all 12 annual appropriations bills to the full Senate for the first time since 2018. Seven of the bills, more … Continue Reading
August 14, 2023
Manchin Announces $1 Million to Protect Chesapeake Bay Watershed, Enhance Public Health Across West Virginia
Charleston, WV – 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 $1,064,397 from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for three projects to enhance environmental and public health across West Virginia. The funding will support water quality restoration projects in the Chesapeake Bay watershed, statewide efforts to minimize and manage hazardous waste production and … Continue Reading
August 10, 2023
Manchin Announces $4 Million to Support Law Enforcement in West Virginia
Charleston, WV – Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $4,043,000 from the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) for eight projects to promote public safety and support law enforcement across West Virginia. These federal awards are eight of the Congressionally Directed Spending (CDS) requests Senator Manchin secured on behalf of West Virginia through the Fiscal Year 2023 funding bill. “West Virginia neighborhoods are safer … Continue Reading
August 10, 2023
Manchin Announces $3.8 Million for Twelve West Virginia Fire Departments
Charleston, WV – Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $3,808,183 from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for twelve West Virginia fire departments. The funding is made possible through the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program and will provide critical resources to the fire departments to equip and train emergency personnel, improve efficiency and promote public … Continue Reading