October 24, 2024

Manchin Announces $49.7 Million to Upgrade West Virginia's Water Infrastructure

Charleston, WV – Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (I-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $49,700,000 from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to upgrade water and wastewater infrastructure across West Virginia. The funding will promote the safe management of wastewater, protect local freshwater resources and deliver clean drinking water to homes, schools and businesses.

“The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law continues to deliver historic investments for West Virginia,” said Senator Manchin. “I’m pleased the EPA is awarding more than $49 million to upgrade water infrastructure across our state, which will promote public health and strengthen economic development. I look forward to seeing the positive impacts of this funding and, as a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, I will continue working with the EPA to ensure every West Virginian across the Mountain State has access to clean, reliable water.”