Press Releases
Manchin Files Amicus Brief to Protect Religious Freedom
Washington, DC - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) joined 108 of his Republican colleagues in the House of Representatives and Senate in filing an amicus brief to stand up for religious freedom for our fallen soldiers. "The right to religious freedom is a key principle of our nation's founding for which generations of servicemen and servicewomen have sacrificed their lives," Senator Manchin said. "It would disgrace their memory to strip this right away from them in death. This issue not only … Continue Reading
August 01, 2018
Manchin and Capito Announce More Than $1 Million in Head Start Funding for Raleigh County
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), members of the Appropriations Committee, today announced $1,084,025 for the Raleigh County Community Action Association through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' (HHS) Office of Head Start. Funding will support Early Head Start programs for Raleigh County youth and mothers. "It's never too early to start preparing our children for success in the classroom," Senator Manchin said. "Head Start … Continue Reading
July 31, 2018
Manchin Applauds President Trump for Signing Career and Technical Education Act Reauthorization
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) applauded President Trump for signing the reauthorization of the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act. This legislation will provide funding for CTE programs and stands as the largest federal investment in America's high schools, as well as a significant source of support for postsecondary institutions. The reauthorization passed the Senate unanimously last week. "I have always strongly supported this legislation and am glad the … Continue Reading
July 31, 2018
Manchin and Capito Announce More Than $800,000 in Funding For WV Airports
Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $846,829 in funding for airport enhancements in Marion, Wayne, and Braxton Counties. The grant is allocated for infrastructure repairs and improvements. "Quality airports improve West Virginia's economy and connect West Virginian communities to goods and services," Senator Manchin said. "I am pleased that West Virginians are going to benefit … Continue Reading
July 31, 2018
Manchin and Capito Announce $2.9 Million for Cowen Public Service District
Washington D.C. - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), members of the Appropriations Committee, today announced $2.9 million for the Cowen Public Service District through the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Office of Rural Development. Funding will go toward extending wastewater service to approximately 160 customers in Upperglade, West Virginia. "Inadequate sewer systems threaten public health and quality of life for rural communities," Senator Manchin … Continue Reading
July 31, 2018
Manchin and Capito Announce More Than $2.7 Million for West Virginia Healthcare
Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $2,773,296 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services for various healthcare programs across West Virginia. "This significant funding will support a variety of programs throughout West Virginia including school health programs, public health education programs, mental health and substance abuse programs and cutting edge medical … Continue Reading
July 30, 2018
Manchin Meets With Supreme Court Nominee Brett Kavanaugh
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) released the following statement on his meeting today with Supreme Court nominee, Judge Brett Kavanaugh. "Today, Judge Kavanaugh and I had a productive meeting and talked about his experience, record and a variety of issues that will impact West Virginians, including his views on healthcare. The Supreme Court may ultimately decide the fate of pre-existing conditions protections for nearly 800,000 West Virginians and will personally impact … Continue Reading
July 27, 2018
Manchin Requests Information From West Virginia Healthcare Providers on 2019 Rates
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) asked CareSource and Highmark for information on how they are determining their rate premiums for 2019. Specifically, Senator Manchin wants to know if Congressional Republican efforts to dismantle the healthcare system were taken in to consideration when deciding premium rates for 2019. Senator Manchin said in part: "Last year, West Virginians were hit with double digit rate increases, increasing West Virginians' premiums by $71 per month. In … Continue Reading
July 26, 2018
ICYMI: Manchin Again Reads Letter from West Virginians About Importance of Protecting Coverage for those with Pre-Existing Conditions on the Senate Floor
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) took to the Senate floor for the second time to read letters from West Virginians about the importance of continuing to require insurance companies to cover those with pre-existing conditions. An ongoing lawsuit, led by 20 U.S. Attorneys General, including the Attorney General of West Virginia, and no longer being defended by the U.S. Department of Justice, would allow insurance companies to once again deny coverage to West Virginians with … Continue Reading
July 26, 2018
Senate Unanimously Adopts Manchin Amendment to Investigate Illicit Chinese Fentanyl
Washington, D.C. - The Senate adopted U.S. Senator Joe Manchin's (D-WV) amendment to a package of appropriations bills that would appropriate $1 million to go toward investigating how to prevent illicit fentanyl from China from entering the United States. The amendment passed 99-0. "Today, the drug epidemic is not only fueled by prescriptions and drug cartels but also by illicit fentanyl from China. Just two milligrams of fentanyl will kill most people. This amendment is simple - it … Continue Reading
July 25, 2018
ICYMI: Manchin Defends UMWA Pensions in Committee Hearing
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) participated in a hearing of the Joint Select Committee on the Solvency of Multiemployer Pension Plans where he questioned Mr. James P. Naughton, Assistant Professor and Donald P. Jacobs Scholar, Kellogg School of Management, Northwestern University; Mr. Joshua D. Rauh, Ph.D, Director of Research and Senior Fellow, Hoover Institution, Stanford University; Mr. Kenneth Stribling, Retired Teamster; and Mr. Timothy P. Lynch, Senior Director … Continue Reading
July 25, 2018
Manchin and Capito Announce $1.4 Million for Yeager Airport Security
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced $1,400,000 through the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) Airport Improvement Program. Funding will go toward security enhancements at Yeager Airport in Charleston, West Virginia. "Yeager Airport is essential to the success of our businesses, our economy and quality of life of West Virginians," Senator Manchin said. "One of my top priorities … Continue Reading
July 24, 2018
Manchin Introduces Recovering Americas Wildlife Act with Bipartisan Group of Senators
Washington, D.C. - As a Co-Chair of the Congressional Sportsmen's Caucus, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) introduced the Recovering America's Wildlife Act, legislation that would help sustain fish and wildlife populations throughout the country. "In West Virginia hunting, fishing and outdoor activities are family traditions deeply ingrained in who we are as a state. The Recovering America's Wildlife Act will ensure we continue to promote our state's unique wildlife and preserve our rich … Continue Reading
July 23, 2018
Manchin Asks West Virginia Clergy to Encourage Congregations to Share Concerns About Losing Pre-Existing Conditions Protections
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) asked clergy members from across West Virginia to encourage their congregations to share their stories about why protecting access to health insurance for people with pre-existing conditions is important to their families. The Attorney General of West Virginia has joined 19 other states in suing to allow insurance companies to once again deny coverage to West Virginians with pre-existing conditions. "Repealing this provision will have … Continue Reading
July 23, 2018
Manchin and Capito Announce More Than $1.7 Million for Rural Health Care Programs
Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $1,720,926 in funding from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to combat mental health disorders and primary care services for mothers and children. "This funding will go toward developing effective strategies for treating and preventing mental health disorders and investing in the health of West Virginia mothers and children," … Continue Reading
July 23, 2018
WV Delegation Urges CMS to Reconsider Interim Final Rule on Durable Medical Equipment Rates
Washington, D.C. -U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), along with Representatives David McKinley (WV-1), Alex Mooney (WV-2) and Evan Jenkins (WV-3), sent a letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Administrator Seema Verma, regarding a policy that puts elderly and disabled West Virginians in rural areas at risk of losing much needed medical equipment and personnel. The delegation … Continue Reading
July 20, 2018
Manchin Meets with Broad Group of Constituents to Discuss Supreme Court Nominee
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) today hosted a roundtable with a broad group of constituents to discuss President Trump's Supreme Court nominee, Brett Kavanaugh. Senator Manchin also encouraged West Virginians to continue sharing their thoughts and concerns with him by emailing SCOTUS@manchin.senate.gov. "I extend my sincere thanks to the West Virginians who joined me at today's roundtable. I take the responsibility to advise and consent on the President's Supreme Court … Continue Reading
July 20, 2018
Manchin Statement on Supreme Court Protests in West Virginia
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) released the following statement on Supreme Court protests in West Virginia. "Right now, I am listening to West Virginians and getting input from all sides on the nomination of Brett Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court. I take the feedback I get seriously and will use it to make the best decision I can for the people of our state. I would not be representing the people of West Virginia responsibly if I blindly supported or opposed a nominee right … Continue Reading
July 19, 2018
Manchin, Capito Annouce $1.2 Million from EPA for Pollution Control
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) today announced $1,238,815 in funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for controlling surface water pollution, preventing surface water contamination, and implementing an effective underground storage tank state regulatory program. "Clean water is essential to a community's health, economy, and happiness," Senator Manchin said. "This funding will ensure West Virginia has the proper infrastructure … Continue Reading
July 19, 2018
Manchin Urges Department of Justice to Protect West Virginians with Pre-Existing Conditions
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) today urged Attorney General Jeff Sessions to direct the Department of Justice to defend the Affordable Care Act in the pending suit Texas vs. United States - a case in which millions of Americans, including nearly 800,000 West Virginians, living with pre-existing conditions, are at risk of losing their healthcare coverage. The Attorney General of West Virginia has joined 19 other states in suing to allow insurance companies to once again deny … Continue Reading
