Press Releases
Manchin, Capito Announce Funding to Assist with Recovery Efforts Following 2016 Flood
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) today announced $4 million in federal funding from the U.S. Department of Labor for Workforce West Virginia. The funds will be used to support approximately 500 workers who are assisting with recovery efforts following the flooding that swept through West Virginia last summer. Last July, the department awarded $3.5 million to Workforce West Virginia through the National Dislocated Worker Grant (DWG) … Continue Reading
August 01, 2017
Manchin's Staff Holding Mobile Office House for Flood Support and Recovery
Charleston, W.Va. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin, who visited Marion County yesterday to meet with residents and tour flood-impacted communities, has asked his staff to mobilize office hours in impacted counties in North Central West Virginia and the Northern Panhandle. "So many of our neighbors are in need following last weekend's severe flooding," Senator Manchin said. "Yesterday, I met with many friends and neighbors in Farmington, Mannington and Rachel who shared with me how devastated they … Continue Reading
July 31, 2017
Manchin Agrees - Opioid Crisis is a National Emergency
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) today released the following statement on the President's Commission on Combating Drug Addiction and the Opioid Crisis report, concluding that the President should declare a state of emergency because of the opioid epidemic. "When I'm on the ground in my home state of West Virginia and when I hear the stories of those struggling with opioid addiction it's obvious our country is in crisis," Senator Manchin said. "Declaring a national emergency … Continue Reading
July 29, 2017
Manchin Statement on Flooding in North Central and Northern Panhandle West Virginia
Charleston, WV. - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) released the following statement regarding the flooding in Marion, Harrison, Monongalia, Wetzel, Marshall and Ohio counties. "Today Governor Justice declared a state of emergency for six West Virginia counties because of extreme flooding," Senator Manchin said. "I've been in touch with state and local officials and my office is ready to assist in any way possible. Gayle and I send our thoughts and prayers to everyone impacted by this … Continue Reading
July 28, 2017
Manchin and Capito Announce More Than $8 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 $8,037,121 in funding from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Resources (HHS) Administration for Children and Families (ACF) to support Head Start programs in Williamson, Bluefield, Beckley, Oceana and Moorefield. "Our children in West Virginia deserve the best education resources available," Senator Manchin said. "This grant money will ensure the success of early childhood education … Continue Reading
July 28, 2017
Manchin Statement on the Failed Senate Attempt to Repeal the Affordable Care Act
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) released the following statement on his vote against repealing the Affordable Care Act, which failed tonight in the Senate. "Tonight the Senate rejected the partisan approach to repealing the Affordable Care Act. As I have said before, the only way to fix what is wrong with the Affordable Care Act is to work together in a bipartisan way to improve the system for all Americans. We gave millions of our neighbors the greatest wealth in … Continue Reading
July 27, 2017
Manchin Announces $42 Million for West Virginia Flood Recovery Efforts
Funding announcement comes after Senator Manchin's continued request for additional support for West Virginians impacted by the June 2016 flood Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced that West Virginia will receive an additional $42,383,000 for flood relief from the Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) program to support recovery from major disasters. Senator Manchin has led the West Virginia … Continue Reading
July 26, 2017
Manchin Applauds Committee Passage of Comprehensive G.I. Bill Reforms
Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) applauded the Senate Committee on Veterans' Affairs' approval of the Harry W. Colmery Veterans Educational Assistance Act of 2017, of which he is an original cosponsor. The legislation works to improve the post-9/11 G.I Bill and veterans' educational benefits. Two bills previously co-sponsored by Senator Manchin, S. 667 and S. 882, are included in this bill. These two provisions expand GI benefits for members of the Reserve Component … Continue Reading
July 26, 2017
Manchin Statement on CAMC's Announced Lay Offs
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) released the following statement on Charleston Area Medical Center (CAMC) announcement that it will lay off 300 employees by the end of this year. "This terrible news should be a rallying cry for everyone that it is time to come together to solve the problems facing our healthcare system. West Virginians know better than anyone how to overcome tough problems by working together. People's lives and livelihoods depend on us putting party aside … Continue Reading
July 26, 2017
Manchin: A Vote to Proceed Debate is a Vote to Repeal the Affordable Care Act
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) released the following statement on his vote against repealing the Affordable Care Act. "Make no mistake; the vote today was a vote to repeal the Affordable Care Act without a plan to replace it. There is no plan for the West Virginians in addiction treatment covered under expanded Medicaid; no plan for the seniors whose healthcare costs would become unaffordable; and no plan for the miner with black lung who wouldn't be able to get the care … Continue Reading
July 24, 2017
Manchin, Capito Announce Pipeline Safety Funding
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) is awarding a total of $561,279 to the Public Service Commission of West Virginia. The funding will support the state's efforts to ensure pipeline safety. "No profit is worth compromising the safety of our workers in West Virginia, and grants like these will allow more workers … Continue Reading
July 21, 2017
Manchin Expresses Concern to DeVos After Department of Education Denies Request for Reconsideration of Decision to Impose a Sanction on West Virginia's Public Colleges and Universities
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), U.S. Representatives David McKinley, Alex Mooney, Evan Jenkins today sent a letter to Department of Education Secretary Betsy DeVos expressing concern with the Department of Education's decision to deny the State of West Virginia's request for reconsideration of its provisional status and heightened cash monitoring, a sanction that will make it more difficult for schools to receive and distribute financial aid … Continue Reading
July 20, 2017
Manchin Sends Letter to SEC Urging Rejection of Sale of Chicago Stock Exchange to Chinese Firm
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) sent a letter today to the heads of the Security and Exchange Commission (SEC) urging the Commission to reject the sale of the Chicago Stock Exchange to investors led by the Chinese firm Congqing Casin Enterprise Group (CCEG). The letter was addressed to SEC Chairman Jay Clayton and Commissioners Kara M. Stein and Michael S. Piwowar. "Our government considers our stock exchanges-a key part of our national financial market infrastructure-to be … Continue Reading
July 20, 2017
Manchin Discusses Importance of Appalachian Storage Hub in Energy and Natural Resources Committee
ICYMI: MANCHIN DISCUSSES IMPORTANCE OF APPALACHIAN STORAGE HUB IN ENERGY AND NATURAL RESOURCES COMMITTEE Washington, D.C. - This week, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) and leaders of the U.S. energy sector discussed the prospects for a natural gas liquids storage hub in the Appalachian Region during a hearing to examine the status and outlook for U.S. and Northern American energy and resource security before the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Mark Mills of the Manhattan … Continue Reading
July 14, 2017
Manchin Introduces REACT Bill to Enhance Critical Minerals Extraction Technology
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) introduced the Rare Earth Element Advancing Coal Technologies Act (REACT), which would allow for the development of technology capable of extracting rare earth elements (REEs) and minerals from coal and coal byproducts in the U.S. to re-establish domestic production. "The U.S. depends on foreign imports for its supply of rare earth elements," Senator Manchin said. "This bill will support continued research into advancing technologies that can … Continue Reading
July 14, 2017
Manchin, Markey, Blumenthal Call for Mandatory Education for Opioid Prescribers
Legislation would require prescribers of opioid pain medications and other controlled substances to undergo mandatory training on safe prescribing practices and the identification of possible substance use disorders Washington, D.C. - Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) joined Senators Edward J. Markey (D-MA) and Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) in introducing legislation that requires any prescriber of opioid medications to undergo mandatory education on safe prescribing practices. Specifically, the Safe … Continue Reading
July 14, 2017
Manchin and Capito Announce More Than $9.9 Million for West Virginia Head Start Programs
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) today announced a total of $9,989,178 from the U.S Department of Health and Human Resources (HHS) will be awarded to Head Start programs in West Virginia. "Our kids deserve the best chances at success, and it is important to invest in programs like Head Start that will lead the next generation to a brighter tomorrow," Senator Manchin said. "This funding will continue to help these programs provide access to … Continue Reading
July 14, 2017
Manchin and Capito Announce $1.3 Million for West Virginia Health Care Center
Washington, D.C. - Today U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) announced that the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) will award $1,314,440 to the Lincoln County Primary Care Center. This funding will help to support health care operations and expanding access to care. "This funding will help strengthen health care for patients in Lincoln County and provide quality, affordable services. Our health centers play an important role in keeping our … Continue Reading
July 13, 2017
Manchin Meets with FBI Director Nominee Christopher Wray
Washington D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) today released the following statement regarding his meeting with Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director Nominee, Christopher Wray. "At a time when the public's confidence in our government institutions is lower than ever, it is critically important that the person leading the FBI has sound moral character and impeccable qualifications. I watched his testimony yesterday in front of the Senate Judiciary Committee and was impressed by … Continue Reading
July 13, 2017
Manchin, Capito Announce Nearly $11.7 Million in Funding for West Virginia Airports
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) today announced a total of $11,688,591 in federal funding from the U.S. Department of Transportation for Yeager Airport in Charleston and Tri-State Airport in Huntington. The grants will be used to reconstruct and repair terminal and runway areas. "This funding will enable Yeager and Tri-State Airports to make necessary repairs to their existing infrastructure," Senator Manchin said. "As a pilot myself, … Continue Reading