Press Releases
Manchin Announces Service Academy Nominations
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) announced today that he will nominate 36 West Virginia students from 17 counties to the U.S. service academies, which include the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, the U.S. Military Academy at West Point and the Merchant Marine Academy in Kings Point. "It is a great privilege to recommend 36 of West Virginia's brightest young men and women to the U.S. service academies," Senator Manchin said. … Continue Reading
December 19, 2014
Senator Manchin Concludes Fifty-Five County Outreach Tour
Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin will wrap up his 2014 statewide outreach tour, which has included stops in all of West Virginia's fifty-five counties. Senator Manchin has traveled from region to region this year when Congress has been out of session to connect with West Virginians. During his visits, he has met with thousands of residents including veterans, seniors, students, educators, community leaders, small business owners, entrepreneurs, coal miners and local and state … Continue Reading
December 18, 2014
Manchin Statement on the Passing of Marshall President Stephen Kopp
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin today released the following statement on the passing of Marshall University President Stephen Kopp. "The sudden and tragic death of Marshall University President Stephen Kopp is incredibly shocking and heartbreaking. The Marshall community has truly lost one of its best. There is no doubt that Stephen will leave behind a legacy as an outstanding leader, a beloved adopted West Virginian, and a dedicated husband and father. Gayle and I join all West … Continue Reading
December 16, 2014
Manchin Votes Against Tax Extenders Bill
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) today issued the following statement after voting against extending tax deductions: "Since I have joined the Senate more than four years ago, I have questioned again and again why Congress refuses to confront our financial challenges when our country faces more than $18 trillion in debt? Instead of working together on comprehensive tax reform, we continue to kick the can down the road by passing temporary tax deductions year after year. … Continue Reading
December 16, 2014
Manchin Encourages West Virginians to Nominate Small Businesses and Entrepreneurs for Achievement Awards
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) today encouraged West Virginians to nominate Mountain State small businesses and entrepreneurs for the U.S. Small Business Administration's (SBA) 2015 Small Business Week awards and for the West Virginia's District Office awards. Winners of the West Virginia District Office awards will compete for national titles and attend National Small Business Week activities in Washington, D.C. in May 2015. All nominations are due by Monday, January 5th … Continue Reading
December 15, 2014
Manchin Statement on Opposition to Dr. Murthy's Surgeon General Confirmation
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin issued the following statement on his opposition to confirming Dr. Vivek Murthy's as America's next Surgeon General. "Our Surgeon General serves as America's leader on public health services and chooses what health policies we should prioritize. For that reason, I don't believe it's appropriate for America's number one doctor to participate in political activism. It is essential that the Surgeon General gains the public's trust, so this position … Continue Reading
December 15, 2014
Manchin Appointed to New Senate Committees for 114th Congress
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin today announced that he has been assigned to the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation and the Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee for the 114th Congress. He will continue to be a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee and the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee. "It is a privilege to be assigned to the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation and the Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee as we enter … Continue Reading
December 13, 2014
Manchin Submits Floor Speech in Opposition to Omnibus Legislation
Senator Manchin urges members of the Senate to work together on bipartisan omnibus legislation that better represents American values Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) tonight submitted remarks on the Senate floor explaining his opposition to the $1.1 trillion government spending bill due to many troubling provisions that cannot be amended. Senator Manchin urges his colleagues to stay in session an additional week to draft a bipartisan omnibus package that fairly … Continue Reading
December 12, 2014
Manchin Calls for Debate on Using Military Force in Syria Before Sending More American Troops
Washington, D.C. - Yesterday, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) sent a letter to President Obama calling on him to submit to Congress his proposed Authorization for the Use of Military Force (AUMF) against the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL). Senator Manchin believes Congress should debate America's military strategy before sending more American troops to the region or beginning a military program to train and advise Syrian rebels. Senator Manchin argues that the American people … Continue Reading
December 10, 2014
Manchin Opposes Antonio Weiss Nomination to be the Next Under Secretary for Domestic Finance at Treasury Department
Senator Manchin delivers remarks on the Senate floor Washington, D.C. - As a member of the Senate Banking Committee, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin today delivered remarks on the Senate floor explaining his opposition of Wall Street investment banker Antonio Weiss to be the next Under Secretary for Domestic Finance at the Department of Treasury. Please read Senator Manchin's remarks as prepared for delivery below: M. President - I represent and serve the great state of West Virginia, a rural … Continue Reading
December 09, 2014
Manchin Welcomes I-79 Corridor Businesses To Washington at 7th Annual WV Identification Intelligence Seminar And Expo
Senator Manchin delivers remarks at the seventh West Virginia Identification Intelligence Seminar and EXPO VII Expo provides opportunities for WV businesses from I-79 Corridor to network with executives in the identity management sector and representatives from federal agencies, including DHS, DOJ, NIST, NSF, DoD, DIA and the FBI Washington, D.C. - Today, as Honorary Chair of the Discover the Real West Virginia Foundation, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) welcomed West Virginia … Continue Reading
December 05, 2014
Manchin Celebrates National Miner’s Day
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) issued the following statement ahead of tomorrow's celebration of National Miner's Day to recognize past, present and future brave miners across America. "National Miner's Day remains an incredibly meaningful day of recognition not only for the state of West Virginia, but for our entire country. This nation was built on the backs of our coal miners, and today, miners continue to go to work every day to provide millions of Americans with … Continue Reading
December 05, 2014
Manchin Statement on Ashton Carter’s Nomination to Secretary of Defense
Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) issued a statement to announce his support for Ashton Carter's nomination to Secretary of Defense. "I intend to support Ashton Carter's nomination to Secretary of Defense. Our country faces serious national security challenges and I believe Ashton will provide capable leadership of the Department of Defense in meeting these challenges. His record of public service has been excellent, and he enjoys credibility with Members of … Continue Reading
December 03, 2014
Manchin Announces More Than $60,000 to Revitalize Rural Communities in Fayette County
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin announced today that Southern Appalachian Labor School (SALS) in Kincaid, West Virginia will receive $60,337.51 through the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Housing Preservation Grant (HPG) program. The funds will be used to redevelop and revitalize rural areas of Fayette County by rehabilitating the homes of families in need to safe and energy efficient standards. "These investments in our rural communities will provide much needed … Continue Reading
December 02, 2014
Manchin Announces $100,000 to Improve School Cafeterias’ Access to Local, Fresh Foods
Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) announced that the West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE) will receive $100,000 through the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Farm to School Program. The funding will be used to help effectively move food from local farms to school cafeterias. The WVDE Office of Child Nutrition and the West Virginia Farm to School Community Development Group will collaborate to develop food hubs. These hubs will establish a distribution … Continue Reading
November 25, 2014
Manchin Congratulates Marshall University For Its Successful Football Season
Charleston, W.Va. - Senator Manchin issued a statement congratulating Marshall University on its football season so far and encouraging West Virginians to rally behind the Herd this Friday. "I'm incredibly proud of the Marshall University football team, Coach Doc Holliday, the staff and the athletic department, and the entire state of West Virginia should be, too. "Throughout this season, the Thundering Herd has brought positive national exposure to our state and proudly showcased the true … Continue Reading
November 25, 2014
Manchin Encourages West Virginians to Shop Small This Saturday
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) today encouraged West Virginians to shop at Mountain State small businesses this Saturday, November 29 in celebration of the fifth annual Small Business Saturday. "Whether it is the local grocer, the corner coffee shop or the family-owned diner, our small businesses are what fuel our economy, and their success is critical to our communities. Today, West Virginia's more than 120,000 small businesses make up an estimated 96 percent of the … Continue Reading
November 24, 2014
Manchin and Rockefeller Announce Nearly $291,000 to Improve Highway Safety Programs in WV
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senators Joe Manchin and Jay Rockefeller announced $290,895.22 in federal funding to the West Virginia Governor's Highway Safety Office to support programs that will improve driver behavior and performance while helping reduce motor vehicle-related deaths and injuries. The funding comes from the U.S. Department of Transportation's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). "As the holiday season officially kicks off this week, it is one of our … Continue Reading
November 20, 2014
Manchin Statement on President's Immigration Executive Actions
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) today issued the following statement on President Obama's decision to issue executive actions on immigration reform. "I disagree with the President's decision to use executive action to make changes to our immigration system, and I disagree with the House's decision to not even take a vote on the bipartisan Senate legislation that overwhelmingly passed in June 2013. "The American people made it clear on election night that they want … Continue Reading
November 20, 2014
Manchin Announces Nearly $1.3 Million to Rural Communities on National Rural Health Day
Washington, D.C. - Today, on National Rural Health Day, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin announced $1,225,611 in federal funding to CAMC Health Education and Research Institute, Monongalia County General Hospital Company and West Virginia Network. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) awarded the funding through its Distance Learning and Telemedicine (DLT) Grant Program. The funds will be used in a variety of ways to help remotely connect residents in West Virginia's rural communities to medical … Continue Reading
