Press Releases
Manchin, Capito Announce Funding to Combat Youth Substance Abuse in West Virginia
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) today announced that three West Virginia community coalitions, Advocates for Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition, the Morgan County Partnership and the Strong Through Our Plan (STOP) Coalition, will each receive $125,000 annually for the next five years from the Drug-Free Communities (DFC) Support Program to reduce youth substance use. "Every day, 2,500 young Americans abuse a prescription pain reliever for … Continue Reading
September 08, 2015
Manchin Announces He Will Vote Against Iran Deal
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) today issued the following statement announcing his final decision to vote against the Iran nuclear deal. "When this process began, I was supportive of the diplomatic efforts led by Secretaries Kerry and Moniz. I have always believed that to truly be a super power, you must engage in super diplomacy. Whenever I am able, I will choose diplomacy over war because the stakes are so high for West Virginia, which has one of the highest rates of … Continue Reading
September 04, 2015
Manchin Statement on Labor Day
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) issued the following statement in honor of Labor Day. "This Labor Day we honor the strong and steadfast men and women who have tirelessly fought to make America the best country in the world and who continue to keep our state and nation running. In West Virginia, the dedication and work ethic of our workers is second to none. They have always set the bar for productivity, quality and innovation. They work hard every day, take care of their … Continue Reading
September 04, 2015
Manchin, Capito Announce More Than $918,000 for Necessary Safety Improvements at WV Fire Departments
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) announced today that seven volunteer fire departments in West Virginia will receive a total of $918,751 under the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program. The funds will go toward operations and safety, and can be used to purchase training and protective gear and equipment for wellness and fitness, as well as to make health and safety improvements to stations and facilities. "Our first responders in … Continue Reading
September 03, 2015
Manchin and Capito Announce More Than $782,000 for Pipeline and Crude-By-Rail Safety
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) today announced West Virginia will receive $782,849 from the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHSMA) to improve West Virginia's response to hazardous materials transportation incidents and better protect communities and families. West Virginia will receive $198,828 through the Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness Grants (HMEP) program, … Continue Reading
September 01, 2015
Manchin and Capito Announce Funding to Expand Drug Court Services in Huntington
Washington D.C. - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) today announced $141,237 for the City of Huntington's Women's Empowerment and Addiction Recovery (WEAR) Program, a specialized program within the current drug court that will address the needs of women in the sex trade who are battling drug addiction and mental health issues. In addition to undergoing the standard drug court model, participants will receive mental and physical health care counseling and … Continue Reading
September 01, 2015
Manchin Statement on the Decision to Relocate WVU Tech
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) today issued the following statement on the decision to relocate West Virginia University Institute of Technology. "I am deeply saddened by the news of the closing of this historic educational institution in Montgomery. However, after talking to President Gee, I am optimistic that proper replacement options for the current students of WVU Tech will be made available quickly and that viable opportunities will be available for the city of … Continue Reading
August 31, 2015
West Virginia University Libraries Selected to Receive Sparks! Ignition Grant
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) today announced that the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) has awarded West Virginia University (WVU) Libraries with a Sparks! Ignition Grant for Libraries to address challenges faced by the student veteran community. "Student veterans face unique challenges when pursuing a degree in higher education, and we have a responsibility to them to make sure they have the tools and resources they … Continue Reading
August 28, 2015
Manchin and Capito Announce Nearly $850,000 to Boost Fire Prevention and Safety Operations in West Virginia
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) announced today that the Shepherdstown Volunteer Fire Department, Hooverston Heights Volunteer Fire Department, Cora Volunteer Fire Department and Verdunville Volunteer Fire Department will receive funding to enhance fire prevention and safety operations through the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) and Fire Prevention and Safety (FP&S) Programs. "My experience working with the volunteer rescue squad … Continue Reading
August 27, 2015
Manchin Encourages West Virginia Students to Apply for U.S. Senate Youth Program and Scholarship
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) is encouraging West Virginia high school juniors and seniors interested in government and public service to apply for the 54th Annual United States Senate Youth Program (USSYP). Two applicants will be selected by the West Virginia Department of Education to attend the week-long government educational program held in Washington, D.C. on March 5-12, 2016. In addition, the delegates will each receive a $5,000 undergraduate scholarship to the … Continue Reading
August 25, 2015
Manchin Announces $200,000 for Williamson Health and Wellness Center
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) today announced that the Williamson Health and Wellness Center will receive $200,000 in funding from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Rural Health Care Coordination Network Partnership Program to enhance physical and psychosocial (psychological and social) health care services for individuals living with diabetes, congestive heart failure (CHF) and chronic obstructive … Continue Reading
August 21, 2015
Manchin and Capito Announce Investment to Boost Economy and Create Jobs in West Virginia
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) today announced that the Economic Development Administration (EDA) will provide $70,000 to the Region 4 Planning and Development Council to invest in job creation and economic development in the region. The Region 4 Planning and Development Council consists of Fayette, Greenbrier, Nicholas, Pocahontas and Webster Counties. "It is critical that our public and private sectors work together to help boost our … Continue Reading
August 21, 2015
Manchin and Capito Announce Funding for Three West Virginia Fire Departments
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) announced today that the Clintonville Volunteer Fire Department, Moorefield Volunteer Fire Department and South Berkeley Volunteer Fire and Rescue Squad will receive funding to enhance fire prevention and safety operations through the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) and Fire Prevention and Safety (FP&S) Programs. "Our committed firefighters, who wake up each morning and leave their families at home, … Continue Reading
August 19, 2015
Manchin Urges West Virginians to Read Iran Nuclear Deal on His Website
Washington, D.C. - As he carefully considers the Iran nuclear deal, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) is encouraging West Virginians to visit his website to read the full text of the Iran nuclear deal for themselves. Since the deal was announced on July 14th, Senator Manchin has been actively engaged with West Virginians, top U.S. officials, U.S. military leaders, world diplomats and foreign policy experts to hear their thoughts and concerns. "Right now, I am hearing from experts on both sides … Continue Reading
August 18, 2015
Manchin Statement on EPA Proposed Methane Emissions Rule
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) today issued the following statement on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) proposed methane emissions regulations for oil and natural-gas drilling. "More overreach from the EPA is the last thing we need right now," Senator Manchin said. "This Administration has already taken an ax to our coal jobs, and now it is targeting our thriving natural gas industry, which has already made significant progress in reducing methane … Continue Reading
August 17, 2015
Manchin Condemns Outrageous FDA Decision to Approve OxyContin for 11 Year Olds
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) today sent a letter to the Acting Commissioner of Food and Drugs at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Dr. Stephen Ostroff, condemning the agency's recent decision to approve OxyContin for use for children as young as 11 years old. "This recent decision by the FDA to prescribe OxyContin to children as young as 11 years old is a horrifying example of the disconnect between the FDA approval process and the realities the deadly … Continue Reading
August 17, 2015
Manchin Applauds Crucial Funding to Fight Growing Heroin Threat in West Virginia
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) today applauded the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) for granting additional funding for West Virginia's designated High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas (HIDTAs) to address the recent surge in heroin trafficking and overdoses and to help reduce drug abuse. A total of $2.5 million will fund the Heroin Response Strategy, a partnership among five regional HIDTA programs - Appalachia, New England, Philadelphia/Camden, … Continue Reading
August 14, 2015
Manchin and Capito Announce More Than $835,000 to Recruit Firefighters and Improve Safety in Berkeley County
Washington D.C. - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) today announced $835,097 in federal funding for the Berkeley County Fire Service Board to help recruit and train more firefighters and improve the safety of the Berkeley County community. "The hardworking and dedicated firefighters in our communities are often first on the scene in an emergency, making sure that the people of West Virginia are safe," Senator Manchin said. "Thanks to this SAFER grant, the … Continue Reading
August 13, 2015
Manchin, Toomey, and Child Advocates Urge Congress to Keep Ban on "Passing the Trash" in Final Education Bill
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) and Pat Toomey (R-Pa.) continue to urge their colleagues to take the final steps necessary to ban "passing the trash"-the terrible process whereby a school helps a child molester employee obtain a new job at another school and move onto other victims. The U.S. Senate unanimously passed the bipartisan Toomey-Manchin measure to protect children from sexual predators in July, adding it to the Senate's education bill reauthorizing the … Continue Reading
August 12, 2015
Manchin Capito Announce More Than $614,000 for Upshur County Regional Airport Infrastructure Improvements
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) announced more than $614,000 in federal funding from the U.S. Department of Transportation's (DOT) Federal Aviation Administration for infrastructure improvements at the Upshur County Regional Airport. "Having safe and reliable infrastructure and equipment at our airports helps us attract business opportunities that drive economic development while keeping travelers safe," Senator Manchin said. "I … Continue Reading
