Press Releases
In Senate Energy Hearing, Manchin Stresses the Role Coal Plays in Achieving Energy Independence
**Audio and Video Available** AUDIO of Senator Manchin's questions is available here: manchinqa2 060711.mp3 VIDEO of Senator Manchin's questions is available here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zNgiwodp5fg Washington, D.C.-- In an Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee hearing this morning, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) pressed Steven G. Chalk, an official with the U.S. Department of Energy on how to achieve energy independence within this generation, defended the … Continue Reading
June 07, 2011
Manchin, Rockefeller, Rahall Announce $25K to Fight Drug Abuse in Communities Across West Virginia
Federal funds awarded through the Appalachian Regional Commission Washington, D.C. -U.S. Senators Joe Manchin and Jay Rockefeller and U.S. Representative Nick Rahall (all D-W.Va.) today announced that five local groups committed to fighting drug abuse in West Virginia have been selected as winners of the 2011 Competition for Community-Based Substance Abuse Initiatives, which is an effort of the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) to combat local substance abuse problems. The … Continue Reading
June 06, 2011
Manchin Urges Federal Law Enforcement to Shut Down Online Black Market for Illegal Drugs
**Images Available** Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) has urged the U.S. Attorney General and Drug Enforcement Agency to immediately shut down an anonymous online black market for drugs, including prescription drugs, cocaine, LSD and heroin. The illicit network, called Silk Road, allows users anywhere in the country to purchase illicit drugs using untraceable currency and have them shipped to their homes via the United States Postal Service. "West … Continue Reading
June 02, 2011
Manchin, Rockefeller, Rahall Announce $461,173 Federal Grant for Tri-State Airport in Huntington
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Senators Jay Rockefeller and Joe Manchin, as well as Congressman Nick Rahall announced $461,173 in federal funding for the Tri-State Airport in Huntington. The Tri-State Airport will use the funding to upgrade the runway and taxiway. These improvements will help ensure the safety of the passengers, provide businesses better access to Huntington so they can grow and expand in the area, and give tourists easy and safer access to the state. The grant was awarded … Continue Reading
May 30, 2011
Manchin, Rockefeller Hold Firm on Halting Free Trade Agreements Until Trade Adjustment Assistance is Extended
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Senators Jay Rockefeller and Joe Manchin sent a letter to President Barack Obama reinforcing his decision not to submit any free trade agreements to Congress-including pending agreements for Colombia, Panama, and South Korea-until Congress agrees to extend a long-term extension of Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA), including the 2009 bipartisan reforms. Rockefeller and Manchin, along with 39 other Senators, asked the President to work with them to secure bipartisan support … Continue Reading
May 27, 2011
Manchin Statement on Memorial Day
Audio of Senator Manchin's Memorial Day Message: http://demradio.senate.gov/actualities/manchin/052411_MANCHIN.mp3 Video of Senator Manchin's Memorial Day Message: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c3fdVeh8q0s Washington, D.C.-U.S. Senator Joe Manchin today released the following statement in honor of Memorial Day: "Earlier this year, I was fortunate enough to meet and talk with the brave men and women who are serving our country in Afghanistan. It was an honor to thank … Continue Reading
May 26, 2011
Manchin Announces Memorial Day Week Events on Veterans Services
***Special video message and audio actuality from Senator Manchin included below*** Audio of Senator Manchin's Memorial Day Message: http://demradio.senate.gov/actualities/manchin/052411_MANCHIN.mp3 Video of Senator Manchin's Memorial Day Message: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c3fdVeh8q0s Washington, D.C. - United States Senator Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) today announced that his staff will hold eight public meetings across West Virginia next week to help veterans navigate the medical … Continue Reading
May 25, 2011
Manchin Statement on Senate Vote on Ryan Budget Proposal
Washington, D.C. -- U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) today voted against the draconian Ryan budget proposal. The measure failed 40-57. Senator Manchin released the following statement: "I voted against the draconian Ryan budget for the simple reason that it doesn't honor our values as Americans, keep our promises to seniors or protect our priorities as West Virginians," Senator Manchin said. "I strongly believe we must get our fiscal house in order and protect our seniors, but we will … Continue Reading
May 20, 2011
Manchin Announces 2nd Commonsense Connections Week: 'Your Government, Your Voice'
***Special video message and audio actuality from Senator Manchin included below*** Senator Manchin's audio message is available here: http://demradio/actualities/manchin/051911_MANCHIN2.mp3 Senator Manchin's video message is available here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B1qMF9p9kWk Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) today announced that his office will launch a second "Commonsense Connections" Week - Your Government, Your Voice - beginning Monday, May 23, 2011. … Continue Reading
May 20, 2011
Manchin, Rockefeller, Rahall Say Grants Will Increase Job Skills Training
WASHINGTON, D.C.-Senator Jay Rockefeller today joined with Senator Joe Manchin and U.S. Rep. Nick J. Rahall in announcing that the Department of Labor is awarding more than $1.7 million in grants to two West Virginia agencies to create new job training programs for young people. The grants, awarded to the Southern Appalachian Labor School, in Kincaid, and to the West Virginia Housing Authority, in Huntington, will go toward YouthBuild programs designed to provide education and training to … Continue Reading
May 19, 2011
Manchin, Rockefeller Congratulate West Virginia Circuit Judge Gina Marie Groh on Nomination to the Federal Bench
Washington, DC - U.S. Senators Jay Rockefeller and Joe Manchin released the following statements after President Obama nominated Judge Gina Marie Groh to fill the vacancy on the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of West Virginia in Martinsburg. This position became vacant in 2006 after the death of Judge W. Craig Broadwater. Rockefeller sent a letter to the White House in March requesting that Judge Groh be nominated for this federal judgeship. "Judge Groh has always been a fair … Continue Reading
May 19, 2011
Senator Manchin Statement on Independent UBB Investigation
**Audio Available** Charleston, W.Va. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin today issued the following statement about special investigator J. Davitt McAteer's report into the Upper Big Branch mine disaster. Then-Gov. Manchin appointed McAteer to lead an independent investigation into the explosion that killed 29 miners on April 5, 2010. "My thoughts and prayers today are with the families of the 29 miners who died at Upper Big Branch. As the independent investigation reports, this tragedy could have … Continue Reading
May 18, 2011
Manchin Recaps First 6 Months in Office
*** Also announced second 'Commonsense Connections' Week in West Virginia starting May 23 *** Washington, D.C. - On a conference call with West Virginia reporters today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) recapped his first six months in office, which have been marked by extensive outreach to West Virginians and commonsense accomplishments in Washington. "Over the last six months, I have used every available opportunity to push my 'Commonsense Agenda'- creating jobs, restoring fiscal … Continue Reading
May 17, 2011
Manchin, Rockefeller to Announce $844,651 to Support Highway Safety Programs
Washington, D.C.- U.S. Senators Joe Manchin and Jay Rockefeller (both D-W.Va.) today announced that the West Virginia Governor's Highway Safety Office will receive $844,651 from the U.S. Department of Transportation's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to support highway safety programs across West Virginia. The funding will be used to help West Virginia develop and implement highway safety programs designed to reduce traffic crashes, deaths, injuries and property damage. A … Continue Reading
May 14, 2011
Manchin Statement on West Virginia Democratic Gubernatorial Primary Results
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) tonight made the following statement on the results of the Democratic primary election for West Virginia's next governor: "I want to offer my sincere congratulations to Earl Ray Tomblin and all the candidates who participated in this important election," Senator Manchin said. "Looking ahead, we must now unite and work together to achieve our shared goals and commonsense vision for our great state. "After such low turnout in this … Continue Reading
May 12, 2011
Manchin Receives Constituent Services Award For Retail Government Approach and Commonsense Outreach to West Virginians
**Photo Available** Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) today received the Constituent Service Award from National Write Your Congressman, a non-partisan organization that encourages constituents to communicate with their elected representatives. National Write Your Congressman works with small businesses in all 50 states, providing legislative updates and urging constituents to reach out to their Senators and Members of Congress on issues of importance. "I have always … Continue Reading
May 11, 2011
Manchin Announces Multi-Pronged, Commonsense Strategy to Fight High Gas Prices
**Footage, Audio Available** Footage available here: http://gp1d.senate.gov/sdmc/Manchin/MANCH051111.mp4 Audio available here: manchin 051111.mp3 Washington, D.C -U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) today delivered a speech on the Senate floor outlining a multi-pronged, commonsense strategy to fight high gas prices. In his remarks, Manchin underscored the urgent need for Democrats and Republicans to work together on a comprehensive national energy plan that will relieve pain at the pump and … Continue Reading
May 10, 2011
Manchin, Barrasso Introduce Commonsense Legislation to Ease Pain at the Pump
Washington, D.C. -U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) and John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) today introduced commonsense legislation to ease the pain at the pump for West Virginia families and decrease our nation's dependence on foreign oil. The American Alternative Fuels Act breaks down the barriers to alternative fuels - including fuels derived from coal, biomass, algae and waste. "Our unacceptably high gas prices are hurting not only West Virginians, but all Americans, and they underscore a … Continue Reading
May 09, 2011
Manchin Highlights New Technology's Role in Creating West Virginia Jobs, Reducing Price of Gas
Gilbert, W.Va. -U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) today highlighted the critical role that coal will play in our nation's energy future at the groundbreaking of the country's first coal-to-gasoline plant in Mingo County, which is projected to create hundreds of new jobs and provide additional domestic resources to help bring down the price of gas. "The price of gas has skyrocketed to more than four dollars a gallon in the last year, and there's no question that West Virginia families are … Continue Reading
May 06, 2011
Ahead of Mother's Day, Rockefeller, Manchin Introduce Bill to Honor Our Moms
Washington, D.C. - Senators Jay Rockefeller and Joe Manchin announced this week that they are planning to have the Senate vote on a resolution honoring mothers and recognizing the 100th anniversary of the first celebration of Mothers Day, which took place in West Virginia. Rockefeller reintroduced legislation that would mint commemorative coins to recognize the important role of women in our community, but also help to fund scientific research into cancer and brittle bone disease. "Mothers … Continue Reading
