Press Releases
Manchin Disappointed Amendments to Repeal 1099 Forms for Small Businesses Fail
Washington, D.C. - Senator Joe Manchin was disappointed that two attempts to repeal the 1099 provision from health care reform, including one amendment he cosponsored, failed to win enough support to move forward. The amendments (Johanns amendment 4702 and Baucus amendment 4713) would have repealed one of the health care reform's requirements for small businesses to file 1099 forms with the IRS on payments made for goods and services more than $600. "I am disappointed that the first … Continue Reading
November 30, 2010
Manchin's First Vote on Passage is to Improve Food Safety and Protect West Virginia Families
Washington, D.C. - Senator Joe Manchin today voted for the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Food Safety Modernization Act, a bipartisan piece of legislation that will protect American families from dangerous food contamination. This vote marks the Senator's first vote on passage of a bill. "Protecting our families without overburdening our small farms and food producers is a win-win for West Virginia," Manchin said. "Our local growers can continue to sell their goods in our communities … Continue Reading
November 29, 2010
Senator Joe Manchin Names Chris Kofinis as Chief of Staff
Washington, D.C. - Senator Joe Manchin today announced the appointment of Chris Kofinis as chief of staff. "I am extremely pleased that Chris has agreed to lead my Senate team," Senator Joe Manchin said. "I have known him for several years now and value his friendship, experience and expertise. He will bring years of knowledge and professionalism to this office that will not only benefit me, but all West Virginians." Throughout his political career, Mr. Kofinis has worked as a Democratic … Continue Reading
November 24, 2010
Senator Manchin Signs on to Support 1099 Repeal in Health Care Reform
Legislation is Also Being Introduced As Stand-Alone Amendment Washington, D.C.-Senator Joe Manchin has signed on as a cosponsor to S. 3946, legislation to repeal one of the health care reform requirements for small businesses to file their 1099 forms that would report payments made for goods and certain services to the IRS. This legislation is also being introduced as a stand-alone amendment which will be brought up for consideration during the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act. "Right … Continue Reading
November 24, 2010
Senator Manchin Votes to Move Forward on Equal Pay in the Workplace
Washington, D.C.-Senator Joe Manchin today took his first vote as a U.S. Senator to allow the Senate to move forward on a workplace fairness bill for equal pay for equal work, so that he would have an opportunity to give input and protect small businesses. "This is an important issue because women and men deserve equal pay for equal work. We need to move forward with this bill so that we can amend it further and make it better. We can accomplish the goals of pay equity and fairness, but we … Continue Reading
November 24, 2010
Senator Manchin Selects Kelley Goes as his West Virginia State Director
Charleston, W.V.-Senator Joe Manchin has selected Commerce Secretary Kelley Goes to be his State Director, based out of his Charleston office. "I've worked with Kelley for years and know her to be a sharp, hard-working, and fierce defender of West Virginia. I am confident she will make an outstanding State Director, one who puts the needs and interests of West Virginians first. Kelley achieved a great deal as both West Virginia's Commerce Secretary and Executive Director of the West Virginia … Continue Reading
November 24, 2010
Senator Manchin: I Will Always Do What Is Best for West Virginia
**PHOTO AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST** Washington, D.C.-Senator Joe Manchin issued the following statement upon being sworn in to the United States Senate: "Today, I stood humbly on the floor of the United States Senate while my wife Gayle, our family, and our friends looked on, for what has truly been one of my greatest honors and privileges-to be sworn in to serve as a Senator from West Virginia. "I will never forget why I am here, or the people who sent me to serve. My goal as Senator remains … Continue Reading
