Press Releases
Manchin, Capito Announce $28.6 Million To Heat West Virginia Homes
Charleston, WV - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced $28,631,377 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) to heat low income West Virginia homes.“As we head into the colder months, over 48,000 West Virginians need help with heating their homes and keeping their families warm. In October, I wrote to HHS Secretary Azar urging … Continue Reading
November 13, 2020
As COVID-19 Cases Rise, Manchin Encourages Enforcement Of West Virginia Public Indoor Mask Order
Charleston, WV - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) encourages Governor Jim Justice to update his public indoor mask order with an enforcement mechanism as COVID-19 cases rise across West Virginia at the highest rate since the pandemic began.“Across West Virginia COVID-19 cases are rising faster than ever before. Public health experts have continued to remind us that wearing a mask is the most commonsense, reasonable way to slow the spread of COVID-19 to protect our family, friends … Continue Reading
November 12, 2020
Manchin, Capito Announce $1 Million In EPA Funding
Washington, DC - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced $1,071,361 from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for West Virginia. Funding will support air and water pollution control, provide resources for the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources, and promote initiatives at West Virginia’s higher education institutions.“West Virginians deserve to live in communities with … Continue Reading
November 12, 2020
Manchin, Capito Join Bipartisan Push To Protect West Virginia Air National Guard Aircraft From Elimination
Washington, DC - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) joined a bipartisan Senate coalition advocating for a large enough C-130 aircraft fleet in West Virginia and across the country to support active duty missions as well as respond to disasters and emergencies at home. Specifically, the senators and their colleagues wrote a letter urging Armed Services Committee conferees to make sure the final National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) bill adopts House … Continue Reading
November 11, 2020
Manchin Statement On Veterans Day
Washington, DC - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) released the following statement on honoring our brave Veterans today.“West Virginia is one of the most patriotic states in America. When I travel across the state, I ask how many people have family who served or are serving in the Armed Forces. Every time, almost every hand goes up because service is part of being a West Virginian. On this Veterans Day, let’s join together to celebrate and honor all of our brave Veterans who sacrificed … Continue Reading
November 10, 2020
Manchin Statement On Supreme Court Hearing Oral Arguments For Affordable Care Act Challenge
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) issued the following statement on the Supreme Court of the United States hearing oral arguments in the challenge to the Affordable Care Act (ACA), California v. Texas. “Today the Supreme Court is hearing oral arguments for a challenge to the ACA that could determine whether 800,000 West Virginians with preexisting conditions will have healthcare coverage. The COVID-19 pandemic has killed over 238,000 Americans and caused … Continue Reading
November 09, 2020
Manchin Urges West Virginians To Apply For Health Insurance During ACA Open Enrollment Period
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) urged West Virginians to apply for health insurance coverage during the Affordable Care Act (ACA) open enrollment period, which ends on December 15th, 2020.“The ACA has provided more than 180,000 West Virginians with health insurance, ensuring our family, friends, and neighbors have access to the healthcare they need and deserve. This year’s open enrollment period will allow West Virginians and Americans to apply for healthcare … Continue Reading
November 09, 2020
Manchin Statement On The Death Of Former West Virginia Supreme Court Justice Richard Neely
Washington, DC - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) released the following statement on the passing of former West Virginia Supreme Court Justice Richard Neely. “Gayle and I send our heartfelt condolences to Justice Richard Neely’s wife Carolyn, his sons John and Whittaker, and their entire family. Richard has been a close family friend since his days as a young lawyer in Fairmont after returning from serving in Vietnam. Richard continued to give back to his community, serving … Continue Reading
November 07, 2020
Manchin Statement On Presidential Election Outcome
Charleston, WV - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) released the following statement on the outcome of the Presidential election. “After an unprecedented election the American people have spoken; Joe Biden is our President-elect for all Americans, not just those who voted for him. Now, more than ever, it is time for us to come together to end the toxic political tribalism and invest in the values and principles that make our nation the greatest country on Earth. As I have always … Continue Reading
November 06, 2020
Manchin, Capito Announce $3.2 Million To Protect Communities, Improve Data Collection
Charleston, WV - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced $3,203,020 from the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) to combat violent crime and improve data recording in West Virginia. This funding was made available through DOJ’s Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN) program, National Criminal History Improvement Program (NCHIP), and the State Justice Statistics (SJS) program.“West Virginians should … Continue Reading
November 05, 2020
Manchin Statement On Indictment Of Clarksburg VAMC Physician
Charleston, WV - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) released the following statement on the indictment of Dr. Kenneth Ramdat, a physician at the Clarksburg Veterans Affairs Medical Center (VAMC), for alleged abusive sexual contact and simple assault. “The climate and culture of our VA Medical Centers starts at the top. If the allegations against Dr. Kenneth Ramdat are proven true, it is yet another sign that the Clarksburg VAMC leadership have abdicated their duty to the … Continue Reading
November 05, 2020
Manchin, Capito Announce $1.9 Million EDA Investment For Marshall County Water Service
Charleston, WV - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced $1,900,000 in federal funding for Grandview Doolin Public Service District in Proctor, West Virginia. This funding was made available through the Economic Development Administration (EDA) and will be used for water infrastructure to provide potable water service to industrial customers in Marshall County. Additionally, this EDA investment, … Continue Reading
November 02, 2020
Manchin, Capito Announce $1.2 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 $1,221,801 for the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR) to support maternal and child health services in West Virginia. This funding is made available by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). “West Virginia mothers and children deserve to have accessible, affordable health services no … Continue Reading
October 30, 2020
Manchin Rides Cardinal Train To Montgomery Amtrak Station Ribbon Cutting
Montgomery, WV - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) rode the Cardinal Train from Charleston to Montgomery for the Montgomery Amtrak Station ribbon cutting ceremony following a $1.8 million remodel to ensure the platform is compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act. “I was honored to ride the Cardinal train from Charleston to Montgomery today to celebrate the renovations made at the Amtrak station. The impact of Amtrak in our state cannot be understated. For generations, … Continue Reading
October 30, 2020
Manchin, Capito Announce Drug Free Community Grant In Elkview
Charleston, WV - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced $125,000 for the Regional Family Resource Network, Inc., in Elkview through the Drug-Free Communities (DFC) Support Program. This funding was made available through the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) and will help establish collaboration among communities to prevent and reduce substance abuse among young … Continue Reading
October 28, 2020
Senate Commerce Hearing Highlights Need For Bipartisan Manchin Bill To Amend Section 230
Charleston, WV - Today, the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee held a hearing on Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act and the need for updates to the law, including changes to address illegal Internet activity. U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) recently introduced the bipartisan See Something, Say Something Online Act to amend Section 230 to require companies to report illegal activities online, including the sale of opioids and other drugs, or lose their … Continue Reading
October 28, 2020
West Virginia Delegation Urges President Trump To Designate State Funeral For Last Surviving WWII Medal of Honor Recipient
Charleston, WV - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), along with Representatives David McKinley (R-WV), Alex Mooney (R-WV), and Carol Miller (R-WV) today sent a letter to President Donald J. Trump urging him to designate a state funeral for the last surviving World War II Medal of Honor recipient. Last year, the delegation wrote a similar letter to the president.“We are writing you again to encourage you to designate a single state funeral for the last … Continue Reading
October 27, 2020
Manchin Votes Early In Fairmont, Encourages West Virginians To Vote
Fairmont, WV - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) voted in person at the Marion County Courthouse Annex and encouraged West Virginians to vote.“Today I exercised my right to vote by voting early and in person in Fairmont, where I vote in every election. Early voting is open through Saturday and if you are unable to vote early, make sure to vote on November 3rd because everyone should have their voice heard. West Virginians can find more election information at … Continue Reading
October 26, 2020
Manchin Votes Against Supreme Court Nominee Process
Washington, DC - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) released the following statement on his vote against the rushed confirmation of Judge Amy Coney Barrett to fill the vacancy on the Supreme Court of the United States.“Today the Senate took unprecedented action never before seen in the 240 year history of our country, but it didn’t have to be this way. Mitch McConnell and Senate Republicans chose a dangerous, partisan path to push through the confirmation of Judge Amy Coney Barrett eight … Continue Reading
October 24, 2020
Manchin Welcomes West Virginia National Guard 157th Military Police Company Home
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) welcomed the 157th Military Police Company of the West Virginia Army National Guard safely home. “On behalf of all West Virginians, I’m proud to welcome home our National Guardsmen who have served our nation honorably. When I served as Governor of West Virginia, my greatest honor was serving as Commander in Chief of the best National Guard in the nation. West Virginia’s National Guard has helped keep America safe for … Continue Reading
