Press Releases

December 13, 2010

Senator Joe Manchin (D.W.VA.) Participates in Launch of No Labels

NEW YORK - Sen. Joe Manchin (D-WV) today joins New York City Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg, Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY), Sen. Joe Lieberman (I-CT) and Congressman Bob Inglis (R-SC), along with more than 1,000 Democratic, Republican and Independent citizen leaders from across the nation, to launch "No Labels," a new nonpartisan organization committed to bringing all sides together to move the nation forward. "I am excited to participate in this event," Manchin said. "I have said … Continue Reading


December 10, 2010

Statement from Senator Manchin Regarding the Repeal of Don't Ask, Don't Tell

Sen. Joe Manchin today released the following statement regarding his decision to not support the repeal of the military's "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy: "While I believe the "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" (DADT) policy will be repealed someday, and probably should be repealed in the near future, I do not support its repeal at this time. I truly understand that my position will anger those who believe repeal should happen now and for that I sincerely apologize. While I am very sympathetic to … Continue Reading


December 08, 2010

West Virginians Deserve Their Pensions Protected

This week, I attended my first Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Committee meeting. This committee addresses polices relating to our country's health care, education, employment and retirement. I had the opportunity to question Pension Benefit Guarantee Corporation (PBGC) Director Joshua Gotbaum during a hearing on the future of the PBGC, which is a federal corporation created by the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974. PBGC protects the defined benefit pensions … Continue Reading


December 08, 2010

Statement from Senator Joe Manchin on the Passing of Elizabeth Edwards

Senator Joe Manchin today released the following statement regarding the passing of Elizabeth Edwards: "Elizabeth Edwards was a courageous and passionate fighter for those less fortunate. She will forever inspire all of us to do what we can to better the lives of others. Gayle and I send our thoughts and prayers to the Edwards family as they go through this extremely difficult time." # # … Continue Reading


December 08, 2010

Statement from Senator Joe Manchin Regarding Today's Votes on Tax Cuts

Senator Joe Manchin today released the following statement regarding today's votes on tax cuts: "Today's votes are another sign that there is much more work to be done to bridge the divide between Republicans and Democrats. I plan to do everything in my power to help bridge that divide. "While I have said repeatedly I prefer all the tax cuts be extended, I was open to a common sense compromise that would extend the cuts to those who make up to $1 million - or 99.9 percent of West … Continue Reading


December 08, 2010

Manchin Joins Bipartisan Effort to End Ethanol Subsidies, Tariffs

Washington, D.C. - Senator Joe Manchin today sent a letter to Senator Harry Reid expressing opposition to continued preferential pricing support by the federal government for ethanol. Senator Manchin joins Senators Dianne Feinstein and Jon Kyl along with a bipartisan group of 15 other Senators in opposition to this measure. Manchin states in his letter, "I understand that if the current subsidy for blending ethanol into gasoline is extended for five years, the cost to the Federal … Continue Reading


November 30, 2010

Statement from Senator Joe Manchin Regarding the Coburn Amendment

Washington, D.C. - Senator Joe Manchin issued the following statement regarding the Coburn amendment, which relates to earmarks: "The topic of earmarks is often contentious so I appreciate Senator Coburn putting forth this amendment to open up the dialogue. However, I did not support this amendment because this issue deserves the full attention of the Senate. A deliberate debate should be carried out on earmarks so that Senators from both parties can have enough time to discuss and … Continue Reading


November 30, 2010

Manchin Disappointed Amendments to Repeal 1099 Forms for Small Businesses Fail

Washington, D.C. - Senator Joe Manchin was disappointed that two attempts to repeal the 1099 provision from health care reform, including one amendment he cosponsored, failed to win enough support to move forward. The amendments (Johanns amendment 4702 and Baucus amendment 4713) would have repealed one of the health care reform's requirements for small businesses to file 1099 forms with the IRS on payments made for goods and services more than $600. "I am disappointed that the first … Continue Reading


November 30, 2010

Manchin's First Vote on Passage is to Improve Food Safety and Protect West Virginia Families

Washington, D.C. - Senator Joe Manchin today voted for the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Food Safety Modernization Act, a bipartisan piece of legislation that will protect American families from dangerous food contamination. This vote marks the Senator's first vote on passage of a bill. "Protecting our families without overburdening our small farms and food producers is a win-win for West Virginia," Manchin said. "Our local growers can continue to sell their goods in our communities … Continue Reading


November 29, 2010

Senator Joe Manchin Names Chris Kofinis as Chief of Staff

Washington, D.C. - Senator Joe Manchin today announced the appointment of Chris Kofinis as chief of staff. "I am extremely pleased that Chris has agreed to lead my Senate team," Senator Joe Manchin said. "I have known him for several years now and value his friendship, experience and expertise. He will bring years of knowledge and professionalism to this office that will not only benefit me, but all West Virginians." Throughout his political career, Mr. Kofinis has worked as a Democratic … Continue Reading


November 24, 2010

Senator Manchin Signs on to Support 1099 Repeal in Health Care Reform

Legislation is Also Being Introduced As Stand-Alone Amendment Washington, D.C.-Senator Joe Manchin has signed on as a cosponsor to S. 3946, legislation to repeal one of the health care reform requirements for small businesses to file their 1099 forms that would report payments made for goods and certain services to the IRS. This legislation is also being introduced as a stand-alone amendment which will be brought up for consideration during the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act. "Right … Continue Reading


November 24, 2010

Senator Manchin Votes to Move Forward on Equal Pay in the Workplace

Washington, D.C.-Senator Joe Manchin today took his first vote as a U.S. Senator to allow the Senate to move forward on a workplace fairness bill for equal pay for equal work, so that he would have an opportunity to give input and protect small businesses. "This is an important issue because women and men deserve equal pay for equal work. We need to move forward with this bill so that we can amend it further and make it better. We can accomplish the goals of pay equity and fairness, but we … Continue Reading


November 24, 2010

Senator Manchin Selects Kelley Goes as his West Virginia State Director

Charleston, W.V.-Senator Joe Manchin has selected Commerce Secretary Kelley Goes to be his State Director, based out of his Charleston office. "I've worked with Kelley for years and know her to be a sharp, hard-working, and fierce defender of West Virginia. I am confident she will make an outstanding State Director, one who puts the needs and interests of West Virginians first. Kelley achieved a great deal as both West Virginia's Commerce Secretary and Executive Director of the West Virginia … Continue Reading


November 24, 2010

Senator Manchin: I Will Always Do What Is Best for West Virginia

**PHOTO AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST** Washington, D.C.-Senator Joe Manchin issued the following statement upon being sworn in to the United States Senate: "Today, I stood humbly on the floor of the United States Senate while my wife Gayle, our family, and our friends looked on, for what has truly been one of my greatest honors and privileges-to be sworn in to serve as a Senator from West Virginia. "I will never forget why I am here, or the people who sent me to serve. My goal as Senator remains … Continue Reading

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