Press Releases
Manchin Leads Bipartisan Effort To Overturn Biden Administration Rule Endangering Unaccompanied Migrant Children
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (I-WV) led 45 of his colleagues in introducing a bipartisan Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution of disapproval to overturn a final rule from the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) that endangers the safety and wellbeing of unaccompanied migrant children. The CRA would force HHS to make meaningful reforms to its Unaccompanied Children (UC) program, which spends billions of taxpayer dollars to enforce its negligent policies. “We … Continue Reading
June 06, 2024
Manchin Joins Bicameral Effort To Ensure Level Playing Field For Workers In U.S. Solar Industry
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (I-WV) joined his colleagues in sending a bicameral letter to U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) Chairman David Johanson and U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo, calling for a thorough investigation into Chinese companies with facilities in Cambodia, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam that are engaging in unfair trade practices to avoid U.S. tariffs. This behavior undermines the U.S. solar industry and its workers and strengthens … Continue Reading
June 05, 2024
ICYMI: Manchin Joins Wolf Blitzer To Discuss Biden Executive Order On Border, Weaponization Of Judicial System
Washington, DC - Last night, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (I-WV) joined Wolf Blitzer on CNN’s The Situation Room to discuss President Biden’s executive order to limit illegal border crossings and the importance of preventing the weaponization of the American judicial system. On President Biden’s executive order to limit illegal border crossings: “The border is the most serious crisis that we face right now. We have people coming into our country who haven’t been vetted and this is something … Continue Reading
June 05, 2024
Manchin Supports Right To Contraception Act
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (I-WV) voted for the Right to Contraception Act, this legislation ensures that individuals have the right to access contraceptive drugs, devices, or biological products currently approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the purposes of preventing pregnancy. Almost 90 percent of Americans support access to all forms of birth control. “It’s simple: contraception is an essential healthcare tool that allows Americans to achieve their … Continue Reading
June 05, 2024
Manchin, Capito Lead Senate, House Colleagues to Introduce Resolution to Block Biden’s Plan to Shut Down American Power Plants
Washington, DC - Today, Senator Joe Manchin (I-WV), Chairman of the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, joined a group of 44 Senators to introduce a Congressional Review Act (CRA) joint resolution of disapproval to overturn the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) new “Clean Power Plan 2.0” final rule designed to force the premature retirement of coal-fired power plants and prevent the construction of new natural gas-fired plants. US. Rep. Troy Balderson (R-OH-12) led 138 … Continue Reading
June 05, 2024
Manchin Announces $986k For Greenbrier County Economic Development, Bridgevalley Community And Technical College Upgrades
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (I-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $986,000 from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) to boost commercial manufacturing in Greenbrier County and update the curriculum and hire additional faculty at BridgeValley Community and Technical College. These federal awards are Congressionally Directed Spending (CDS) requests Senator Manchin secured on behalf of West Virginia through the Fiscal Year 2024 funding … Continue Reading
June 05, 2024
Manchin Questions FBI Director On Bipartisan Safer Communities Act Implementation, Weaponization Of Judicial System
Washington, DC - Yesterday, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (I-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, questioned Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director Christopher Wray on ensuring implementation of the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act and protecting against the weaponization of the judicial system. On ensuring implementation of the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act: “I want to thank you for coming in 2023 to our Clarksburg, West Virginia FBI Center, which performs the … Continue Reading
June 05, 2024
Manchin Leads Bipartisan Fight To Protect Rural Nursing Homes From Biden Administration Overreach
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (I-WV) led his bipartisan colleagues in introducing a Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution of disapproval to overturn a final rule from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), which imposes burdensome federal staffing mandates on nursing home and long-term care facilities that could force rural providers to close their doors. “Our nation’s nursing home and long-term care facilities are already facing severe staffing … Continue Reading
June 04, 2024
Manchin Statement On The Passing Of Raleigh County Commissioner Dave Tolliver
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (I-WV) released the following statement on the passing of Raleigh County Commissioner Dave Tolliver. “Gayle and I are devastated to learn of the passing of our dear friend and longtime West Virginia public servant, Dave Tolliver. For more than a decade, Dave was devoted to serving the people of Raleigh County and the entire Mountain State. He was tirelessly dedicated to improving Raleigh County’s critical infrastructure, especially in helping … Continue Reading
June 04, 2024
Manchin Questions Treasury Secretary On Inflation Reduction Act Implementation, Back To Work Act
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (I-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, questioned Janet Yellen, Secretary of the U.S. Department of the Treasury. Senator Manchin questioned Secretary Yellen on implementing the Inflation Reduction Act’s (IRA) electric vehicle (EV) and hydrogen tax credits according to the law and his bipartisan Back to Work Act. On implementing the IRA’s EV tax credits according to the law: “My Committee wrote the bill to bring back … Continue Reading
June 04, 2024
Manchin Announces $8 Million For Kanawha County Head Start Program
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (I-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $8,036,732 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) for the Appalachian Council Head Start Program in Kanawha County. Head Start supports educational growth from birth to age 5 through services that provide early learning and emotional development, health and safety, and family well-being. “Every West Virginia child deserves access to a quality education, no … Continue Reading
June 04, 2024
Manchin Announces $2.1 Million To Support Black Lung Clinics In West Virginia
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (I-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $2,172,386 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) for the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR). The funding is made possible through the Black Lung Clinics Program (BLCP) and will support health services and treatment programs for West Virginians suffering from Black Lung Disease. “After their enormous sacrifices, West Virginia’s brave … Continue Reading
June 03, 2024
Manchin To Join Bipartisan Senate Delegation To Normandy For 80th Anniversary Of D-Day
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (I-WV), member of the Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee, announced he will join the bipartisan Senate delegation traveling to Normandy, France to mark the 80th anniversary of the D-Day invasion by Allied forces during World War II. “We must always commemorate the heroism and valor displayed by our military 80 years ago when they stormed the beaches of Normandy to fight our enemies and secure victory for America and our allies,” said Senator … Continue Reading
June 03, 2024
ICYMI: Manchin Registers As Independent
Washington, DC - On Friday, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (I-WV) registered as an independent at the West Virginia State Capitol and issued a video statement. “My commitment to my great country has been doing everything I can to make sure that we can survive as a representative form of democracy, a government that the people are in control of, not the party systems. And today, for me to be able to fulfill that, I have changed my registration to independent,” Senator Manchin said in part. “We need … Continue Reading
May 31, 2024
Manchin Registers As Independent
Charleston, WV - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (I-WV) released the following statement after he registered as an independent at the West Virginia State Capitol. “From my first day in public service in 1982, I have always focused on doing what’s best for my state and my country, without regard to party or politics. Throughout my days in elected office, I have always been proud of my commitment to common sense, bipartisanship and my desire to bring people together. It’s who I am. It’s who I … Continue Reading
May 29, 2024
Manchin Encourages West Virginia Businesses to Apply for IRA Advanced Energy Manufacturing Investment Tax Credit
Charleston, WV — Today, Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), Chairman of the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, is encouraging West Virginia manufacturers to apply for the second round of funding from the Inflation Reduction Act’s (IRA) 48C Qualifying Advanced Energy Project Credit program. This second round will make up to $6 billion available, with at least $2.5 billion in this round reserved for projects in coal communities. Chairman Manchin previously spoke to West Virginia … Continue Reading
May 29, 2024
Manchin Attends Ribbon Cutting Ceremony For New Fitness Court At University Of Charleston
Charleston, WV - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) attended a ribbon cutting ceremony for the new outdoor fitness court at the University of Charleston (UC). Senator Manchin was joined by UC President Dr. Marty Roth and many additional members of the community. “It was great to join President Roth and so many members of the UC family for today’s exciting ribbon cutting ceremony,” Senator Manchin said. “This new state-of-the-art fitness court will help our students and the community stay … Continue Reading
May 24, 2024
Manchin Announces $1.1 Million For Nicholas County Head Start Program
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $1,151,179 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) for the Nicholas Community Action Partnership’s Head Start Program. Head Start promotes educational growth from birth to age 5 through services that provide early learning and emotional development, health and safety, and family well-being. “Every child in West Virginia deserves access to a quality education, … Continue Reading
May 24, 2024
Manchin Statement On Memorial Day
Charleston, WV - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) released the following statement in honor of Memorial Day. “On Memorial Day, we come together to display our deep gratitude for our nation’s Veterans and honor the memory of those who lost their lives in service to our country to keep our families safe and our nation free. I’m incredibly proud that so many Veterans call the Mountain State home, and as a member of the Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee, I am fiercely committed to ensuring … Continue Reading
May 24, 2024
Manchin Announces $3.6 Million To Strengthen Healthcare Services, Research In West Virginia
Charleston, WV - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $3,697,091 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to strengthen maternal, child and primary care health services across West Virginia, as well as advance critical substance use disorder research through Marshall University. “I’m pleased HHS is investing more than $3.6 million to strengthen health services throughout the Mountain State and advance substance use … Continue Reading
