Press Releases
Manchin Statement On HHS Emergency Funding Distribution Plan
Charleston, WV - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) released the following statement after the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Alex Azar announced an additional $10 billion will be dedicated to rural healthcare providers. This comes after weeks of Senator Manchin urging additional funding be targeted specifically at rural healthcare providers.“I’m glad to see HHS Secretary Azar recognize that rural health providers are getting left behind as we battle … Continue Reading
April 22, 2020
Manchin, Capito Announce $6 Million For Senior Support Services In West Virginia Communities Amid Coronavirus Outbreak
Charleston, WV - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced $6 million for communities across West Virginia to aid older adults and individuals with disabilities in response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Administration for Community Living (ACL) received additional funding in the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES … Continue Reading
April 22, 2020
Manchin Hears From The Alliance For The Economic Development Of Southern West Virginia Amid Coronavirus Pandemic
Charleston, WV - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) participated in a call with the Alliance for the Economic Development of Southern West Virginia and other educational partners to hear their concerns about the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.“West Virginia’s students are dealing with the sudden effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and have had to quickly adapt to new learning situations. Today I spoke with the Alliance and other educational partners, listened to their concerns and answered … Continue Reading
April 22, 2020
Manchin, Lankford, Tester, Hyde-Smith To FCC: Without Updates To 5G Fund Maps, Millions Will Be Left Without Broadband Access
Charleston, WV - Today, U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV), James Lankford (R-OK), Jon Tester (D-MT), and Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-MS) called on the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to update the broadband coverage maps being used to distribute the 5G Fund’s $9 billion to expand reliable broadband access across America. During the COVID-19 pandemic, it has become increasingly clear that millions in America, especially those in rural states like West Virginia, do not have the reliable … Continue Reading
April 22, 2020
Manchin Demands Answers From SBA On Behalf Of WV Small Business Owners
Charleston, WV - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) called on the Small Business Administration (SBA) to provide clarification on the implementation of the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL), and other financial assistance measures as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic emergency funding packages. Senator Manchin highlighted two West Virginia owned businesses, Kin Ship Goods a local clothing and home goods store based in Charleston that proudly … Continue Reading
April 21, 2020
Manchin Hears From West Virginia Physical Therapists, Hospitality And Travel Associations Amid Coronavirus Pandemic
Charleston, WV - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) participated in separate calls with the West Virginia Physical Therapy Association and the Food Service Division of the West Virginia Hospitality and Travel Association to hear their concerns about the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.“Across West Virginia, our healthcare professionals are rapidly adjusting to caring for their patients with new services like telehealth to ensure that while we are practicing social distancing due to … Continue Reading
April 20, 2020
Manchin, Capito Lead Bipartisan Colleagues In Calling For Financial Security For Rural Communities During Coronavirus Pandemic
Charleston, WV - Today, U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV), Ranking Member of the Energy and Natural Resources Committee, and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) led 27 Senators on a letter calling for the Senate to finally provide much-needed financial certainty during the COVID-19 pandemic for rural communities to ensure long-term funding needed for essential services through the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act (SRS) and Payments in Lieu of Taxes (PILT) programs.The … Continue Reading
April 20, 2020
Manchin, Capito Announce Nearly $13 Million For Health Care Centers Across West Virginia
Charleston, WV - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced $12,824,107 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Health Resources and Services Administrations (HRSA) for health centers across West Virginia.“Healthcare facilities across our state are vital during the COVID-19 pandemic, especially our health centers that provide West Virginians with essential health … Continue Reading
April 19, 2020
Manchin Asks West Virginia Businesses To Send Him SBA Assistance Experiences
Charleston, WV - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) asked West Virginia businesses who are receiving Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans or other financial assistance from the Small Business Administration (SBA) to send their experiences and feedback to his office at common_sense@manchin.senate.gov.“West Virginia businesses are being hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic. The SBA programs are meant to help businesses across America, but the rural small businesses like ours in West … Continue Reading
April 18, 2020
Manchin Statement On The Passing Of Nelle Chilton
Charleston, WV - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) released the following statement on the passing of Nelle Chilton. “Nelle embodied the compassionate and generous spirit we West Virginians are known for. She was a social worker and accomplished business woman. But her true passion was community development and her impacts will be felt across the Kanawha Valley and entire state for generations to come. From the outdoor green space at the Clay Center to the many boards she … Continue Reading
April 17, 2020
Manchin Urges Congressional Leaders To Expand Healthcare Coverage In Future Coronavirus Emergency Funding
Charleston, WV - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) led 38 Senators in pressing congressional leaders to ensure that any future coronavirus relief legislation includes strong measures to secure healthcare coverage for Americans in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. In a letter, the Senators urged Senate and House leaders to take steps to ensure that those who have lost their employer-based benefits, and those who are uninsured or underinsured, do not have to face this major … Continue Reading
April 17, 2020
Manchin, Capito Announce NASA Research Award for West Virginia University
Charleston, WV - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), members of the Senate Appropriations Commerce, Justice and Science, and Related Agencies subcommittee, today announced an award of $100,000 to West Virginia University (WVU) for space research from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration’s (NASA) Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (EPSCoR). This funding was made available under the Rapid Response Research program and will help … Continue Reading
April 17, 2020
Manchin, Capito Announce $3 Million For Affordable Housing In West Virginia
Charleston, WV - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced $3,000,000 from the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Housing Trust Fund (HTF) through the CARES Act, which was signed into law by President Trump on March 27th, to preserve and expand affordable housing options and provide assistance for low-income families in West Virginia.“Investment in public housing is critical to the … Continue Reading
April 17, 2020
Manchin Leads Colleagues In Calling For MSHA To Implement Emergency Standards To Protect Miners During Coronavirus Pandemic
Charleston, WV - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) led eight Senators in calling for the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) to implement emergency standards to protect America’s brave coal miners who continue to power our nation during the COVID-19 pandemic.“Coal miners are the backbone of this country; they have always risked their lives to provide the power that keeps our lights on and the energy flowing to our homes and businesses. When it comes to the coal … Continue Reading
April 17, 2020
Manchin Presses Pence For Increased Support For West Virginia Rural Healthcare Providers
Charleston, WV - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) pressed U.S. Vice President Mike Pence for increased support for rural healthcare providers in West Virginia in any future COVID-19 emergency funding packages. Senator Manchin has proposed that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) amend the formula used to distribute CARES Act funding because the current formula leaves rural West Virginia behind.“Today I explained to Vice President Pence that the current formula … Continue Reading
April 17, 2020
Manchin, Capito Announce $400K To Combat Children And Youth Homeless In West Virginia
Charleston, WV - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced $400,000 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) for Westbrook Health Services to address children and youth homelessness and help families affected by the opioid epidemic in West Virginia.“Every child deserves a stable home and a warm bed to sleep in. The opioid epidemic has directly affected our homeless children and … Continue Reading
April 17, 2020
Manchin Advocates For Dedicated, Flexible State And Local Government Emergency Funding
Charleston, WV - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) led 32 Senators in advocating for state, local, and tribal governments to receive dedicated, flexible funding in the next COVID-19 emergency funding package. While West Virginia has received $625 million for state and local governments to support their COVID-19 pandemic response, state and local governments need more flexible, dedicated funding in the next emergency funding package.The Senators said in part, “On behalf of our … Continue Reading
April 16, 2020
Manchin Hears From West Virginia Faith Leaders, Nurses Amid Coronavirus Pandemic
Charleston, WV - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) participated in separate calls with the West Virginia Council of Churches and the National Nurses United West Virginia Nurses to hear their concerns about the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. "Today I heard from nurses on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic and the leaders of our faith communities across the state who shared their concerns with me and asked questions about the ongoing pandemic, resources available, and what the federal … Continue Reading
April 16, 2020
Manchin, Capito Announce More Than $1.2 Million For Head Start Programs In West Virginia
Charleston, WV - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced $1,285,032 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) for the Raleigh County Community Action Association Head Start programs. “Head Start programs play a pivotal role in setting our children up for success. Every child deserves quality early education and Head Start programs make that a reality for children across West … Continue Reading
April 16, 2020
Manchin: Congress Must Approve More Funding For Rural Small Businesses
Charleston, WV - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) released the following statement on the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) running out of funding for loans to American businesses and the need for Congress to approve additional funding. “West Virginia small businesses are hurting. It’s time to stop the partisan bickering and come together to fix this. Congress must act in a bipartisan way to quickly invest more funding into the PPP and we need to do so in a way that protects small … Continue Reading
