Press Releases
Rockefeller, Manchin Announce $915,867 For Health Centers Across West Virginia
Washington, D.C. -Senators Jay Rockefeller and Joe Manchin (both D-W.Va.) today announced that the Belington Community Medical Services Association (BCMSA), Shenandoah Valley Medical System, Inc. in Martinsburg and Community Health Systems, Inc. HHS (CHS) in Beckley will receive a total of $915,867 from the United States Department of Health and Human Services' Health Center Cluster Program. These funds will help these health centers continue and improve their operations. The Belington … Continue Reading
April 05, 2011
West Virginia Delegation Honors Fallen Miners
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Senator Jay Rockefeller today joined members of the House and Senate Congressional delegation and introduced a resolution in honor of the 29 miners who perished at the Upper Big Branch mine in April of last year. "I am honored to join my West Virginia colleagues in calling upon the United States Congress to pay tribute to the lost lives at the Upper Big Branch mine. Today's anniversary is an important time to reflect on the 29 men who went into work that day and never … Continue Reading
April 05, 2011
Manchin Delivers Floor Speech Commemorating First Anniversary of Upper Big Branch Mine Tragedy
**Audio, Web Video and Pathfire Available** Washington, D.C.-U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) this morning delivered a speech on the Senate floor commemorating the one-year anniversary of the tragedy at Upper Big Branch Mine that killed 29 miners. This evening, Senator Manchin will join the families of the 29 miners at a ceremony marking the anniversary at the Whitesville Elementary School Gymnasium in Whitesville. Broadcast-quality video of the speech is now available on Pathfire. … Continue Reading
April 05, 2011
Manchin Votes to Repeal Onerous 1099 Provision, Applauds Bipartisan Effort
Washington, D.C. - As the lead Democrat on a measure to repeal part of the health care law, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) voted today in favor of that bill, which will eliminate the onerous 1099 mandate of the new health care law that would require businesses, charities and churches to file an IRS form for any transaction greater than $600. Manchin was the original and lead Democratic cosponsor of the legislation first introduced by Senator Mike Johanns (R-Neb.) to repeal the 1099 rule. … Continue Reading
April 05, 2011
Tuesday: Manchin to Deliver Floor Speech Commemorating First Anniversary of Upper Big Branch Mine Tragedy
Washington, D.C.-U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) will deliver a speech this morning on the Senate floor commemorating the one-year anniversary of the tragedy at Upper Big Branch Mine that killed 29 miners. Later tonight, Senator Manchin will also attend a memorial in Whitesville, West Virginia marking the first anniversary of the Upper Big Branch Tragedy. The memorial will be held at the Whitesville Elementary School Gymnasium in Whitesville. Details as follows:TUESDAY, April 5, 2011 … Continue Reading
April 04, 2011
Manchin: We Need To Put American Jobs First
**Photo Attached** Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) today underscored his commitment to making America strong again by focusing on domestic job creation in a speech to the Building and Construction Trades Department of the AFL-CIO. "We need to rebuild America by putting American jobs first," Senator Manchin said. "We need to create a new economy that creates real jobs in America that support a family - instead of the empty promise of a job that may come decades from … Continue Reading
April 01, 2011
Rockefeller, Manchin Announce $74,034 in Grants for Shavers Fork Fire Rescue and Glen Dale Volunteer Fire Department
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Senators Jay Rockefeller and Joe Manchin (both D-W.Va.), today announced that Shavers Fork Fire Rescue in Pocahontas County will receive $57,884 and that the Glen Dale Volunteer Fire Department in Marshall County will receive $16,150 as part of the latest round of funding under the Fiscal Year 2010 Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program. This money will assist with operations and safety. "First responders and firefighters are the backbones for our public safety. … Continue Reading
March 31, 2011
Manchin Offers Suggestions, Insight at Hearing on First Anniversary of Upper Big Branch Tragedy
***TV FOOTAGE, WEB VIDEO, AUDIO, PHOTOS AVAILABLE*** Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) today questioned mine safety authorities about commonsense ways to improve safety and coordination between state and federal agencies to prevent tragedies like the Upper Big Branch explosion that killed 29 miners nearly a year ago. During a Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Committee hearing to examine efforts to improve mine safety in light of the anniversary, … Continue Reading
March 31, 2011
Manchin, Senate Democrats Call on Speaker Boehner to Immediately Hold a Vote on 'No Budget, No Pay' Bill
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) today joined with 16 of his Senate colleagues in sending a letter to House Speaker John Boehner (R-Ohio) urging him to immediately take up and pass legislation that would prevent Members of Congress and the President of the United States from being paid during a shutdown of the federal government. "If Washington can't figure out a commonsense, bipartisan plan to fund the government, no one will pay a higher price than hard-working … Continue Reading
March 30, 2011
Manchin Comments on President's Speech on America's Energy Future
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) today issued the following statement today after President Obama made remarks on achieving "A Secure Energy Future." "While the President made timely remarks today about the critical need for this nation to achieve energy security, they did not go far enough to address the brutal truth that this nation will never become energy secure or independent unless we utilize all of our resources, including coal, natural gas, wind, solar, hydro and … Continue Reading
March 30, 2011
Rahall, Rockefeller, Manchin Announce Funding for Fayette County Water Project
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Rep. Nick Rahall (D-W.Va.), along with Senators Jay Rockefeller and Joe Manchin III (both D-W.Va.), announced today the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Rural Development has approved a grant of $270,000 to complete Armstrong Public Service District's water treatment and distribution system upgrade. "I am pleased to announce this grant to improve southern West Virginia's water infrastructure, one that will greatly benefit hundreds of Fayette County residents," said … Continue Reading
March 29, 2011
Rockefeller, Manchin Host Screening of "Coal" Production
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Jay Rockefeller and Joe Manchin (both D-W.Va.) today will bring the story of West Virginia coal miners to the U.S. Capitol when they host the premiere of the documentary series "Coal," which has been praised as an accurate and moving portrayal of what life working in a West Virginia mine. "I am honored to be able to introduce the gritty reality of mining to my colleagues here in Washington. Our nation thrives on the energy provided by coal and this film … Continue Reading
March 29, 2011
Manchin, Rockefeller Announce $20,425 Grant for Weston Volunteer Fire Department
Washington, D.C. - United States Senators Joe Manchin and Jay Rockefeller (both D-W.Va.), today announced that the Weston Volunteer Fire Department, Inc. will receive $20,425 in funding through the Department of Homeland Security's Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program. The funds will go toward operations and safety, and can be used to purchase training and personal protective equipment, for wellness and fitness, and to make health and safety modifications to stations and facilities. "I … Continue Reading
March 26, 2011
Manchin Statement on Passing of Judge Blane Michael
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) today released the following statement after learning of the passing of Judge Blane Michael, who was a dear friend. "For the service he has given, the passing of the honorable Judge Blane Michael is a loss to the state of West Virginia and to the entire United States. "He was a dear friend to me and my family for many, many years. He was someone who always had a smile on his face, and he put one on yours, too. "On behalf of myself and … Continue Reading
March 25, 2011
Friday: Manchin to Join Special Guest Randy Moss for Second Annual Charity Basketball Game at Kenneth "Honey" Rubenstein Juvenille Center
Charleston, W.Va. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) will join special guest Randy Moss, a native West Virginian, for a basketball game to benefit youth at the Kenneth "Honey" Rubenstein Juvenile Center in Tucker County. Senator Manchin enjoyed playing in the charity game last year and appreciates the Rubenstein Center's tremendous work in West Virginia to benefit at-risk youth. Second Annual Basketball Game at the Kenneth "Honey" Rubenstein Juvenile Center. When: 7 p.m. Where: … Continue Reading
March 25, 2011
On Final Day of "Our Values, Our Priorities" Tour, Manchin Calls for Energy Independence to Help Create Jobs
***Photo Attached*** Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) today wrapped up a weeklong tour of the state with an event at Westover All-Star Express, a local gas station, to focus on creating jobs and achieving energy independence. "Washington has failed to make it a priority to adopt a national energy policy, and every West Virginian has to pay the price at the gas pump," Senator Manchin said. "If we truly value our nation's future and if we are dedicated to job creation, … Continue Reading
March 24, 2011
Friday: Manchin Wraps Up "Our Values, Our Priorities" Week With a Focus on Creating Jobs and Energy Independence
10:30 a.m.: Press conference at Westover gas station to discuss high energy prices 11:30 a.m..: Visit to U.S. Department of Energy National Energy Technology Laboratory 2:30 p.m.: Town hall meeting in Fairmont Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) will tomorrow wrap up a weeklong tour of the state with events focused on creating jobs and achieving energy independence and a town hall meeting in Fairmont. In light of the ongoing budget negotiations in Washington, Senator … Continue Reading
March 24, 2011
Manchin Promotes Job Opportunities at Tech Park
**Photo Available** South Charleston, W. Va. -- U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) told entrepreneurs that he is committed to creating good-paying new jobs in the state -- especially in partnership with small businesses - in a forum led by U.S. Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Economic Development John Fernandez and Sen. Jay Rockefeller (D-W.Va). "As Governor, I was proud to bring people together to create the Tech Park, both as a public-private partnership to invest in West Virginia's … Continue Reading
March 24, 2011
Thursday: Manchin to Highlight Small Businesses on Day Four of 'Our Values, Our Priorities' Week
Washington, D.C. - On Day Four of the "Our Values, Our Priorities" tour, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) today will highlight the importance of small businesses to West Virginia's economy with visits in Braxton County and at a roundtable in Charleston with the U.S. Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Economic Development John Fernandez. "I worked in small businesses all my life, and I know they are the job engine of our state and their importance in communities across West Virginia and to … Continue Reading
March 23, 2011
Manchin Announces National "Silver Alert" Legislation to Keep Seniors Safe
**Photo Available** Washington, D.C. - Building off of a successful West Virginia program, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) today announced that he will introduce federal legislation to create a National Silver Alert network to help local and regional efforts to search for missing adults. "The Silver Alert is something we did - and did well - in West Virginia," Senator Manchin said. "And as I have said all along, part of my pledge to you as your U.S. Senator is to take the commonsense … Continue Reading
