Press Releases
Manchin, Scott, Hill Backed Bill to Block IMF Financing for Russia, Belarus Passes Senate
Washington, DC — Today, U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Rick Scott (R-FL) and Representative French Hill (R-AR) applauded the Senate’s final passage of their bipartisan, bicameral Russia and Belarus SDR Exchange Prohibition Act to prohibit the U.S. Treasury Secretary from exchanging dollars for International Monetary Fund (IMF) Special Drawing Rights (SDRs) held by Russia or Belarus. Russia’s and Belarus’ SDRs currently total more than $25 billion and represent unconditional … Continue Reading
September 22, 2022
Manchin Announces $5.3 Million from American Rescue Plan for Mason County Wastewater Infrastructure
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $5,324,217 from the Economic Development Administration (EDA) Coal Communities Commitment Program for the Mason County Public Service District. The funding was made possible through the American Rescue Plan and will support the construction of a new wastewater treatment plant to serve the Nucor steel mill and surrounding communities. The project is expected to create 800 jobs … Continue Reading
September 22, 2022
Manchin, Barrasso Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Reduce Wildfire Risk, Improve Forest Health
Washington, DC — Today, U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV), Chairman of the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (ENR), and John Barrasso (R-WY), Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (ENR), introduced the Promoting Effective Forest Management Act of 2022. This bipartisan legislation would reduce catastrophic wildfire risk and improve forest health.“Wildfires are a dangerous and serious issue that affect communities across the country, which is why … Continue Reading
September 21, 2022
Manchin, Capito Announce 10 Democrat, 10 Republican Cosponsors for Bipartisan Electoral Count Act Reform
Washington, DC — Today, U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) announced their bipartisan Electoral Count Reform and Presidential Transition Improvement Act now has 10 Democrat and 10 Republican cosponsors in the Senate. The legislation will ensure the electoral votes tallied by Congress accurately reflect each state’s vote for President and will promote a peaceful transition of power between the outgoing and incoming President. “I am pleased that bipartisan … Continue Reading
September 21, 2022
Manchin, Capito Announce $83 Million for West Virginia Water Infrastructure Improvements through Bipartisan Infrastructure Law
Washington, DC — U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), Ranking Member of the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee, and both members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced $83,000,000 in funding for West Virginia through the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for water infrastructure improvements. This funding was made possible by the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). “Every West Virginian deserves … Continue Reading
September 21, 2022
Manchin Speaks with More Than 900 West Virginia Students at 39 Schools about U.S. Service Academies
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) hosted a second video call with more than 900 West Virginia students to encourage them to apply to the U.S. Service Academies and answer student questions about the application process. Students interested in applying to a U.S. Service Academy can submit an application to Senator Manchin’s office by October 1, 2022.“Attending a U.S. Service Academy is a privilege reserved for the best and brightest young men and women across the … Continue Reading
September 21, 2022
Manchin, Capito Announce $232K to West Virginia University for Scientific Research, Manufacturing Partnership
Washington, DC - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced $232,643 from the U.S. Department of Commerce National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) to West Virginia University (WVU) for a scientific research project and a manufacturing partnership. “WVU continues to make our state proud with important research projects and economic partnerships, and I am pleased NIST is investing more than … Continue Reading
September 21, 2022
Manchin, Capito Announce $267K for Cabell Huntington Hospital Neonatal Program
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced that Cabell Huntington Hospital (CHH) in Huntington, West Virginia will receive $267,000 to expand neonatal services offered at the Neonatal Therapeutic Unit (NTU) at Hoops Family Children’s Hospital. The funding is made possible by a Congressionally Directed Spending (CDS) request secured by Senators Manchin and Capito and is funded through … Continue Reading
September 21, 2022
Manchin, Capito Announce $4.7 Million in National Science Foundation Grants
Washington, DC – U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), both members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced $4,778,562 from the National Science Foundation (NSF) for several projects across West Virginia. “The National Science Foundation continues to be an important partner for the Mountain State through their investments in groundbreaking projects and providing West Virginia students and educators with unique research … Continue Reading
September 20, 2022
Manchin, Capito Congratulate the 2022 West Virginia National Blue Ribbon Schools
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) congratulated C.W. Shipley Elementary School in Harpers Ferry, Evans Elementary School in Evans and Culloden Elementary School in Culloden for being recognized as 2022 National Blue Ribbon Schools. Throughout its 40 year history, the Department of Education’s National Blue Ribbon Schools Program has recognized the hard work of students, educators, families and communities in creating safe … Continue Reading
September 20, 2022
ICYMI: Manchin Makes the Case for Permitting Reform
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) spoke on the Senate Floor and held a press conference to discuss the need for permitting reform. As part of the Inflation Reduction Act signed into law on August 16th, 2022, Senator Manchin secured a commitment to pass a comprehensive permitting reform package before the end of the fiscal year on September 30th, 2022. Permitting reform will increase American energy production to provide relief at the pump and on energy bills while … Continue Reading
September 20, 2022
Manchin Announces $1 Million to Support West Virginia Farmers, Combat Food Insecurity
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $1,061,671 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) to support West Virginia’s farmers and ranchers and ensure every West Virginian has access to quality, affordable fresh produce. The funding comes from the NIFA Organic Transitions Program (ORG) and the NIFA American Rescue Plan Produce Prescription Program (PPR) and … Continue Reading
September 20, 2022
Manchin, Capito Announce $696K for West Virginia Driver Safety, Crash Reduction Program
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $696,553 from the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) to Marshall Research Corporation and the Public Service Commission of West Virginia. The funding will support reducing the number and severity of Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) crashes and promoting driver safety across West … Continue Reading
September 19, 2022
Manchin, Capito Announce $4 Million for West Virginia Health Right Expansion
Washington, DC - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), both members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced $4,000,000 to assist in expansion efforts for West Virginia Health Right. This funding was made available through the U.S. Health and Human Services (HHS), and is a Congressionally Directed Spending request made by both Senators Capito and Manchin. “West Virginia Health Right provides essential care to West Virginians, regardless of their … Continue Reading
September 19, 2022
Manchin, Capito Announce $4 Million for Three Public Safety Programs in West Virginia
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $4,083,777 from the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) Office on Violence Against Women (OVW) for three public safety programs in West Virginia. The funding will support programs aimed at preventing and addressing domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault and stalking, as well as enhancing victim safety and services. “I am pleased to … Continue Reading
September 16, 2022
Manchin Applauds Competitive Power Ventures Investment Announcement, Attends Brad Smith Investiture
Charleston, WV - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), Chairman of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, applauded the Competitive Power Ventures (CPV) announcement that they will be investing over $3 billion in a ~1,800 MW combined-cycle natural gas power station in West Virginia that will utilize carbon capture and storage. This investment will utilize approximately 1,000 skilled tradespeople from across the region. Senator Manchin also attended the investiture of Brad Smith, … Continue Reading
September 16, 2022
Manchin, Capito Announce $300K to Support West Virginia Small Businesses
Charleston, WV - Today, U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced Advantage Valley Community Development Corporation’s Fostering Advantages for Startups & Entrepreneurial Resurgence in West Virginia (FASTER WV) program will receive $300,000 to provide business coaching, entrepreneurial training course work and access to capital for new and expanding small businesses in the Charleston and Huntington areas. … Continue Reading
September 16, 2022
Manchin Announces $1.1 Million from the American Rescue Plan for Three West Virginia Rural Healthcare Programs
Charleston, WV - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $1,145,796 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) for three rural healthcare programs in West Virginia. The funding was made possible through the American Rescue Plan and will strengthen healthcare services for children and families across West Virginia and support two rural healthcare providers. “Our … Continue Reading
September 15, 2022
Manchin Announces $692K for West Virginia Healthcare Worker Student Loan Repayment
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $692,060 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR). The funding will support student loan repayment for West Virginia healthcare workers.“I am pleased HHS is supporting student loan repayment for our healthcare workers as they continue to provide essential care for their fellow West … Continue Reading
September 15, 2022
Manchin, Capito Announce $6.4 Million for West Virginia University at Parkersburg Job Training Programs
Washington, DC - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), both members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced $6,488,966 through the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) for West Virginia University at Parkersburg. This funding will be administered by the department’s Employment and Training Administration (ETA), and will help expand career and technical education programs.“I am pleased the Department of Labor is investing more than $6.4 million in … Continue Reading