Press Releases
Manchin Wishes West Virginians Merry Christmas And Happy Holidays
Charleston, WV - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) today released the following statement wishing West Virginians Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays.“On behalf of Gayle, myself and the entire Manchin family, we wish all West Virginians and Americans a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays. During this season of giving and reflection, Gayle and I are reminded of the importance of family, the source of life’s greatest joys and deepest bonds. Thanks to the resiliency and innovation of the … Continue Reading
December 22, 2021
Manchin, Capito Announce $6.7 Million for West Virginia Health Centers
Charleston, WV - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced $6,727,251 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to support health centers across West Virginia. “West Virginia health centers are the backbone of our healthcare system and continue to go above and beyond to take care of their fellow West Virginians during the COVID-19 pandemic. I am extremely grateful for all … Continue Reading
December 22, 2021
Manchin, Capito Announce $9.1 Million to Strengthen West Virginia School Meal Programs
Charleston, WV - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced $9,135,703 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to support West Virginia school meal programs and address supply chain disruptions. West Virginia will receive $6,110,3921 in supply chain assistance to help school districts purchase food for school meal programs. Additionally, West Virginia will receive $1,803,234 as part of the USDA … Continue Reading
December 22, 2021
Manchin, Capito Announce $623K For West Virginia Family, Veteran Housing Assistance
Charleston, WV - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) member of the Senate Veterans Affairs Committee (SVAC) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), both members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced $623,703 from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for housing assistance in West Virginia. This funding will support the employees assisting West Virginians participating in the Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) Program, which provides resources and training to … Continue Reading
December 21, 2021
Manchin, Capito Announce Additional 2016 Flood Relief Funds
Charleston, WV — U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced $2,239,504 for the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) to help repair damage that occurred during the 2016 floods in West Virginia.“Five years ago, southern West Virginia was ravaged by devastating flooding that tragically killed 23 fellow West Virginians, destroyed thousands of homes and damaged our communities. This funding will help the U.S. Forest … Continue Reading
December 21, 2021
Manchin, Capito Announce $1.3 Million for Maternal and Child Health Services
Charleston, WV - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced $1,306,263 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR) to support maternal and child health services across West Virginia.“West Virginia mothers and families rely on affordable, quality healthcare to raise healthy children. This HHS funding is great news for our … Continue Reading
December 21, 2021
Manchin, Capito Announce $3.5 Million in Pandemic Relief Reimbursement from FEMA
Washington, DC - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced $3,504,837 for the Charleston Area Medical Center (CAMC) through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). This funding will reimburse costs CAMC accrued from COVID-19 screening, testing, support services, and personal protective equipment purchases. “West Virginia hospitals and healthcare … Continue Reading
December 19, 2021
Manchin Statement On Build Back Better Act
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) released the following statement on the Build Back Better Act.“For five and a half months, I have worked as diligently as possible meeting with President Biden, Majority Leader Schumer, Speaker Pelosi and my colleagues on every end of the political spectrum to determine the best path forward despite my serious reservations. I have made my concerns clear through public statements, op-eds and private conversations. My concerns have … Continue Reading
December 17, 2021
Manchin, Capito Announce West Virginia Students Selected For 2022 Senate Youth Program
Washington, DC - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) today announced two West Virginia high school seniors, Brandon Frazier of Wayne County and Anna Walter of Jefferson County, have been selected for the 2022 U.S. Senate Youth Program. Brandon and Anna will represent West Virginia during the virtual 2022 U.S. Senate Youth Program Washington Week, which will be held March 6-9, 2022. “Congratulations to Brandon and Anna, some of West Virginia’s brightest … Continue Reading
December 17, 2021
Manchin, Capito Announce Funding For Head Start Projects In West Virginia
Washington, DC - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced $1,902,405 in federal funding that will be used to support Head Start services in Oceana, W.Va. This funding was made available through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).“Ensuring every child in West Virginia has the opportunity to receive a quality education is the key to our state’s success. As a longtime supporter of … Continue Reading
December 17, 2021
Manchin, Capito Announce Funding for Stroke Research at WVU
Washington, DC - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced $228,000 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) for West Virginia University (WVU) to support clinical research related to neurological disorders. “Stroke is the fifth highest cause of death in West Virginia, which is why I am pleased West Virginia University is receiving funds to conduct research that will … Continue Reading
December 17, 2021
Manchin, Capito Announce Funding For Head Start Projects In West Virginia
Washington, DC - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced $1,902,405 in federal funding that will be used to support Head Start services in Oceana, W.Va. This funding was made available through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).“Ensuring every child in West Virginia has the opportunity to receive a quality education is the key to our state’s success. As a longtime supporter of Head … Continue Reading
December 17, 2021
Manchin, Capito Announce Funding for Stroke Research at WVU
Washington, DC - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced $228,000 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) for West Virginia University (WVU) to support clinical research related to neurological disorders.“Stroke is the fifth highest cause of death in West Virginia, which is why I am pleased West Virginia University is receiving funds to conduct research that will directly impact our … Continue Reading
December 16, 2021
Manchin Announces $1 Million From American Rescue Plan To Support West Virginia's COVID-19 Recovery, Boost Economy
Washington, DC - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced two awards totaling $1,000,000 from the American Rescue Plan. This funding is allocated through the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) for the West Virginia Department of Economic Development and Coalfield Development to help West Virginia recover from COVID-19, create jobs and boost the economy.“West Virginia coal communities built our great nation. Now, they are … Continue Reading
December 16, 2021
Manchin, Capito Announce $8.7 Million From Bipartisan Infrastructure and Investment Jobs Act
Washington, DC - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced $8,706,711 from the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act for infrastructure projects at 22 West Virginia airports.“The bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act will bring historic investments to West Virginia, creating long-term, good-paying jobs while also addressing West Virginia’s infrastructure needs. I successfully fought … Continue Reading
December 15, 2021
Manchin: West Virginians Have One Month Left To Apply For Health Insurance During Affordable Care Act Open Enrollment Period
West Virginians interested in applying can learn more at acanavigator.com/wv/home or call at 1-844-WV-CARES Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) urged West Virginians without health insurance to apply for coverage during the Affordable Care Act (ACA) Open Enrollment Period, which ends on January 15th, 2022. January 15th is the last day to enroll in or changes plans for coverage in 2022. “West Virginians have one month left to apply for quality, affordable health … Continue Reading
December 15, 2021
Manchin Announces $59.4 Million In COVID-19 Relief For 391 West Virginia Healthcare Providers
Washington, DC - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) today announced $59,449,272 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) to support 391 West Virginia healthcare providers. This funding from the Provider Relief Fund (PRF) was included in the CARES Act and other bipartisan COVID-19 relief packages. In addition to these funds, West Virginia healthcare providers will receive $124 million from the $8.5 billion Senator … Continue Reading
December 15, 2021
Manchin Applauds Senate Passage of National Defense Authorization Act, Secures West Virginia Priorities
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Subcommittee on Cybersecurity and member of the Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC), applauded the Senate passage of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2022 (FY22). Senator Manchin secured $9.346 billion for West Virginia priorities. The FY22 NDAA authorizes $768 billion, including $740.3 billion for the Department of Defense (DoD) and $27.7 billion for Department … Continue Reading
December 15, 2021
Manchin, Capito Announce $2.7 Million To Keep West Virginia Communities Safe
Washington, DC - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced $2,726,085 from the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) for programs across West Virginia to improve victims’ services, improve forensic science capabilities, support taskforces aimed at preventing internet crimes against children and keeping neighborhoods safe. “West Virginians deserve to feel safe and secure in their communities. These DOJ … Continue Reading
December 14, 2021
Manchin Votes To Avoid Defaulting On Our Debt
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) released the following statement on his vote to extend the debt limit to avoid the United States defaulting on the debt. “Defaulting on our debt while we continue to face the COVID-19 pandemic, historically high and rising levels of inflation and numerous uncertainties would have devastating impacts on American workers and the economy. That is why I voted to keep the United States from defaulting on our debt and wreaking havoc on … Continue Reading
