Press Releases
Manchin, Capito Announce Funding to Bolster Harrison County’s Response to Opioid Epidemic
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) today announced $479,545 for the Harrison County Sheriff's Department from the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) Bureau of Justice Assistance. Funding will help support the county's goal of using analytical technology and broad-based collaborative partnerships to create a program that brings together law enforcement and community-based partners to fight the opioid epidemic. "Local law enforcement see … Continue Reading
October 03, 2017
ICYMI: MANCHIN CO-CHAIRS SUBCOMMITTEE HEARING ON IMPORTANCE OF APPALACHIAN STORAGE HUB
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) today co-chaired an Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee hearing on a number of legislative proposals and highlighted the importance of federal support and partnership for the development of a natural gas liquids storage hub in the Appalachian region. Senator Manchin said in part: "West Virginia and the greater Appalachian region have an extraordinary opportunity at hand. The quad-states of West Virginia, Ohio, Pennsylvania and … Continue Reading
October 03, 2017
Manchin, Capito Announce Nearly $1 Million to Assist Law Enforcement
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) today announced $922,947 for West Virginia from the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ). Funding will be used to improve forensic capabilities and assist law enforcement with investigating crimes. "Keeping our state safe takes a lot of work and effort from our law enforcement officers. It is my top priority to assist them in their work in any way possible," Senator Manchin said. "I look forward to watching … Continue Reading
October 03, 2017
MANCHIN, CAPITO, MCKINLEY AND WELCH INTRODUCE AMERICAN MINERS PENSION ACT
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), Representatives David McKinley (R-WV) and Peter Welch (D-VT) introduced the American Miners Pension Act (AMP Act). Senator Manchin led a press conference today with Senator Capito, Reps McKinley and Welch, the United Mine Workers of America (UMWA) President Cecil Roberts and retired miners explaining the importance of this legislation and urging quick adoption. To watch a full video of the press conference, … Continue Reading
October 02, 2017
Manchin Votes to Confirm Ajit Pai as Federal Communications Commission Chairman
Washington, D.C. -U.S. Senator Joe Manchin released the following statement on voting to confirm Ajit Pai as the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairman. "After working with Ajit Pai for several years as an FCC Commissioner and after the last several months working with him as Chair, tonight I was glad to vote to confirm him as the FCC Chairman. Ajit and I have been working together on a number of ways to bridge the digital divide in our country, especially in West Virginia, … Continue Reading
October 02, 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 23, 2017 estimated U.S. coal production totaled approximately 14.7 million short tons. This production estimate is 5.3% lower than last week's estimate and 4.7% higher than the production estimate in the comparable week in 2016. Read Senator Manchin's full report below or click … Continue Reading
September 29, 2017
Manchin and Capito Announce Nearly $12 Million in Funding to Help Crime Victims
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) today announced a total of $11,714,873 for West Virginia from the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ). Funding will go towards providing support services and compensation to victims of crime. "Victims of crime may possess deep wounds and trauma that they can carry long after the incident," Senator Manchin said. "The Justice Department works to make sure all crime victims are adequately tended to and … Continue Reading
September 29, 2017
MANCHIN AND CAPITO ANNOUNCE MORE THAN $750K FOR COALFIELD DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) announced $780,800 in funding from the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Administration for Children and Families to support the development and improvement of the Coalfield Development Corporation's factory in Wayne, West Virginia. The grant will assist in expanding community job training programs and services for West Virginia displaced by layoffs in the coal mining industry. "Harmful … Continue Reading
September 29, 2017
MANCHIN AND CAPITO ANNOUNCE MORE THAN $750K FOR COALFIELD DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) announced $780,800 in funding from the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Administration for Children and Families to support the development and improvement of the Coalfield Development Corporation's factory in Wayne, West Virginia. The grant will assist in expanding community job training programs and services for West Virginia displaced by layoffs in the coal mining industry. "Harmful … Continue Reading
September 29, 2017
MANCHIN SECURES VETERANS UPWARD BOUND PROGRAM FOR TWO WEST VIRGINIA COLLEGES
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) announced that Concord University and Davis & Elkins College will receive $263,938 and $375,319 respectively under the Department of Education's Veterans Upward Bound Program. "Our veterans have fulfilled a commitment to protect our nation and we have a responsibility to make sure that those who are willing to work hard receive a good education and have the necessary resources and training to achieve their educational goals and careers as … Continue Reading
September 28, 2017
MANCHIN COMMENDS GROUNDBREAKING OF NEW SECTION OF CORRIDOR H
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) today commended the groundbreaking of a new $821 million section of Corridor H between Kerens and Parsons. As Governor, Senator Manchin made completing Corridor H a priority - opening more than half of the project during his administration - and continues to fight for funding today as a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee. "Corridor H has been a top priority for me as a Governor and now as a Senator and I am glad that we are one … Continue Reading
September 28, 2017
WOOD COUNTY RECEIVES HIGH INTENSITY DRUG TRAFFICKING AREA DESIGNATION
Washington, D.C. - Today U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Representative David B. McKinley, P.E. (R-WV) applauded the designation of Wood County, West Virginia as a High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA). On May 9, 2017, Senator Manchin and Representative McKinley sent a letter to the Acting Director of National Drug Control Policy, Richard Baum, encouraging the designation of Wood County as HIDTA County. Wood County is one of 16 counties nationwide receiving this designation, … Continue Reading
September 27, 2017
MANCHIN STATEMENT ON MSHA NOMINEE ZATEZALO
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) today issued a statement on the nomination of David Zatezalo to lead the Mine Safety and Health Administration. "In West Virginia we are painfully familiar with the human toll that accompanies a mine accident. I have comforted too many families who have lost loved ones serving our nation in the mines. Strong leadership at the Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) is non-negotiable. Since the beginning of 2017, 12 miners have lost … Continue Reading
September 27, 2017
MANCHIN CONTINUES TO FIGHT FOR FUNDING FOR WEST VIRGINIA COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTERS
Washington, D.C. - As a member of the Senate Appropriation Committee, U.S. Senator Manchin (D-WV) is fighting to ensure that community health centers in West Virginia receive the funding they need to continue providing quality healthcare to West Virginians. The program funding is set to expire on September 30, 2017 unless reauthorized by Congress. West Virginia has 30 community health centers that serve 438,035 West Virginians. If the program is not reauthorized, these West Virginia health … Continue Reading
September 27, 2017
MANCHIN CALLS ON HEALTH INSURANCE COMPANIES TO ENSURE PATIENT ACCESS TO NON-OPIOID PAIN TREATMENTS
Washington, D.C. - In response to the New York Times report, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) sent a letter to Anthem and UnitedHealth Group imploring them to make less addictive, alternative pain management drugs and physical therapy readily available and affordable immediately, while also increasing coverage of substance abuse treatment. Senator Manchin said in part: "That is why I was so disappointed to see the article "Amid Opioid Crisis, Insurers Restrict Pricey, Less Addictive … Continue Reading
September 26, 2017
Manchin, Capito Announce More Than $6 Million in Criminal Justice, Drug Funding
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) today announced a total of $6,230,291 for West Virginia from the U.S. Department of Justice (DoJ). A significant amount of the funding will go towards responding to West Virginia's opioid crisis through programs authorized by the Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (CARA). Additional funding will enhance state law enforcement data collection and storage, support services for sexual assault victims, … Continue Reading
September 26, 2017
ICYMI: MANCHIN QUESTIONS DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY NOMINEES ON COAL R&D AND GRID RELIABILITY
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) today questioned nominees for the Department of Energy. Senator Manchin discussed the importance of technology development with Steven E. Winberg, nominee for Assistant Secretary of Energy, Fossil Energy. If confirmed, Mr. Winberg's responsibility will include management of the National Energy Technology Lab (NETL) in Morgantown, WV. Senator Manchin also discussed the importance of baseload power plants with Bruce J. Walker, nominee for … Continue Reading
September 26, 2017
Manchin, Capito, McCaskill, Shelby, Introduce Bill to Provide Regulatory Relief for Wood Heater Manufacturers
U.S Senators Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.), Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Claire McCaskill (D-Mo.), and Richard Shelby (R-Ala.) today introduced legislation to provide regulatory relief to wood and pellet heater manufacturers by delaying implementation of new Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) performance standards. The bipartisan bill extends the effective date of the standards by three years, allowing manufactures the time they need to comply. "West Virginia has one of the highest levels of … Continue Reading
September 26, 2017
MANCHIN APPLAUDS TOYOTA’S NEW $115 MILLION INVESTMENT IN WEST VIRGINIA
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) released the following statement on Toyota Motor Manufacturing West Virginia's announcement that it will invest $115.3 million in its Buffalo facility to produce the first American-made transaxles for hybrid cars. "I am thrilled that Toyota has announced it will invest an additional $115 million in its Buffalo plant. Since Toyota established its plant in Buffalo in 1996, we have shared a close partnership with the company. More than 1,600 … Continue Reading
September 26, 2017
MANCHIN AND CAPITO ANNOUNCE MORE THAN $750K IN LAND AND WATER CONSERVATION FUND GRANTS
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) announced a total of $777,984 in grant funding from the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF). This funding will be used to make improvements to various outdoor facilities in Tucker, Summers, Wayne, Marshall and Berkeley counties. The Land and Water Conservation Fund provides matching funds to state and local communities for acquisition, development and conservation of public parks and open spaces. "I have … Continue Reading
