Press Releases
Manchin Tours Tw Metals South Charleston Defense Industrial Supplier Base
Charleston, WV - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (I-WV) toured the TW Metals Defense Industrial Supplier in South Charleston, West Virginia. TW Metals and the West Virginia defense industrial base provides more than 2.7 million parts and raw materials for the U.S. Navy’s aircraft carrier program. “West Virginia mined the coal that forged the steel that built the tanks and ships that made our nation the strongest in the world,” The South Charleston TW Metals branch provides specialty nickel … Continue Reading
August 08, 2024
Manchin Speaks At Groundbreaking Ceremony For New Shawnee Sports Complex Welcome Center
Charleston, WV - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (I-WV) spoke at the groundbreaking ceremony for the new Shawnee Sports Complex Welcome Center in Dunbar, West Virginia. “Since its opening in 2018, the Shawnee Sports Complex has continued to grow and attract more and more patrons, sports events, and community activities,” Senator Manchin said in part. “I’m so proud to have secured $3 million in Congressionally Directed Spending to support the construction of this new welcome center that will … Continue Reading
August 08, 2024
Manchin, Capito Announce Over $100 Million to Develop Energy Storage Facility Using West Virginia-Made Batteries
Charleston, WV- This week, Senators Joe Manchin III (I-WV), Chairman of the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works, announced over $100 million in federal funds from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to develop a state-of-the-art multi-day energy storage project in Maine using batteries manufactured in Weirton, West Virginia by Form Energy. “For generations, West Virginia has … Continue Reading
August 06, 2024
Manchin Statement On Governor Walz As Pick For Vice President
Charleston, WV—Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (I-WV) released the following statement on Vice President Kamala Harris choosing Governor Tim Walz (D-MN) as her running mate. “My friend Governor Tim Walz will bring normality back to the most chaotic political environment that most of us have ever seen. All of the candidates were strong and any one of them would have been a great pick, but I can think of no one better than Governor Walz to help bring our country closer together and bring … Continue Reading
August 06, 2024
Manchin Announces $1.8 Million For Six West Virginia Airports
Charleston, WV - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (I-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $1,866,717 from the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The funding will support structural and equipment improvements at six airports across West Virginia and is made possible by the FAA’s Airport Improvement Program (AIP). “West Virginia’s airports are a critical form of transportation for our residents and visitors and we must … Continue Reading
August 05, 2024
Manchin Announces 1.3 Million For Raleigh County Early Head Start Program
Charleston, WV - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (I-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $1,327,481 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) for the Raleigh County Community Action Association’s Early Head Start program. Early Head Start supports educational growth from birth to age 5 through services that provide early learning and emotional development, health and safety, and family well-being. “I’m pleased HHS is investing more than $1.3 million … Continue Reading
August 05, 2024
Icymi: Manchin Secures West Virginia Priorities In Water Resources Development Act
Charleston, WV - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (I-WV) secured a number of West Virginia priorities that he fought for in the Thomas R. Carper Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2024, which unanimously passed the U.S. Senate last week. WRDA is biennial legislation that authorizes flood control, navigation and ecosystem restoration projects for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) in West Virginia and across the country. “I am thrilled that the Senate unanimously passed the Thomas R. … Continue Reading
August 05, 2024
Manchin, Graham Introduce Bipartisan Protecting Whales, Human Safety And The Economy Act Of 2024
Washington, DC - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (I-WV) and Lindsey Graham (R-SC) introduced the bipartisan Protecting Whales, Human Safety, and the Economy Act of 2024 to prohibit the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) from enacting any rule that would modify or replace the current North Atlantic Right Whale vessel strike reduction (VSR) rule until at least 2030. According to the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA), the proposed modifications to the current vessel … Continue Reading
August 02, 2024
Manchin Announces $1.2 Million to Bolster West Virginia Emergency Services
Charleston, WV - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (I-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $1,255,400 from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for seven fire departments and emergency medical services (EMS) organizations in West Virginia. The funding is made possible through the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program. “West Virginia’s firefighters and first responders work tirelessly to protect our … Continue Reading
August 01, 2024
Senate Passes Manchin, Wicker Bipartisan Resolution To Honor Gold Star Children
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (I-WV) member of both the U.S. Senate Armed Services and U.S. Veterans’ Affairs Committees, and Roger Wicker (R-MS), Ranking Member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, applauded the Senate passage of their bipartisan resolution to designate August 1st, 2024 as Gold Star Children’s Day. The resolution recognizes the unique sacrifices and hardships of the children of Fallen service members. “West Virginians and Americans are forever grateful … Continue Reading
August 01, 2024
Manchin Secures West Virginia Priorities, Over $114 Million In Congressionally Directed Spending In Bipartisan Appropriations Bills
Washington, DC - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (I-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, secured a number of West Virginia priorities in the markup of four bipartisan appropriations bills, which included the Fiscal Year 2025 Financial Services and General Government; Labor, Health & Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies; Defense; and Energy & Water Development funding bills. The Senate Appropriations Committee continues to work through the last remaining funding bill, … Continue Reading
August 01, 2024
Manchin Statement on Opposition to Tax Reform Bill
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (I-WV) released the following statement on his decision to oppose the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024. “While I appreciate the efforts that went into crafting this bill, regrettably, I could not vote for the legislation as written given my concern that it will not provide direct assistance to the working, low-income families that need it the most. We should look for ways to encourage and support parents who work hard … Continue Reading
July 31, 2024
Manchin Announces $7.2 Million For Improvements At Eight West Virginia Airports
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (I-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $7,249,095 from the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The funding will support improvements at eight airports across West Virginia and is made possible by the FAA’s Airport Improvement Program (AIP). “I’m pleased the DOT is investing more than $7.2 million to improve service, safety and efficiency at eight of our West Virginia … Continue Reading
July 31, 2024
Manchin, Bipartisan Colleagues Introduce The James R. Dominguez Memorial Act
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (I-WV) joined his bipartisan colleagues in introducing the James R. Dominguez Memorial Act. This legislation would rename the U.S. Border Patrol checkpoint on U.S. Highway 90 West in Uvalde County, Texas, after James Ray Dominguez, a Border Patrol agent killed on duty on July 19, 2012, while clearing debris from the side of Highway 90 near Cline, Texas. “James Dominguez served as a Border Patrol agent for more than 12 years, working tirelessly … Continue Reading
July 31, 2024
Manchin Announces $562k For Two West Virginia University Research Projects
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (I-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $562,803 from the National Science Foundation (NSF) for two West Virginia University research projects. The funding will support research into expanding access to science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) fields for students from diverse backgrounds and increasing preparedness for natural disasters. “I’m pleased NSF is investing more than $562K into these two essential … Continue Reading
July 31, 2024
Energy and Natural Resources Committee Clears Manchin-Barrasso Permitting Reform Legislation, Pending Nomination
Washington, DC - Today, the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee held a business meeting to consider Chairman Joe Manchin (I-WV) and Ranking Member John Barrasso’s (R-WY) Energy Permitting Reform Act of 2024. The legislation was reported with a strong bipartisan vote of 15-4. During the business meeting, Chairman Manchin highlighted the broad input from both members and stakeholders appearing before the Committee that went into the legislation and reiterated the importance of … Continue Reading
July 31, 2024
West Virginia Hydrogen Hub Coalition Announces $30 Million Award to Establish Regional Hydrogen Hub in America’s Energy Powerhouse
Washington, DC— Today, Senators Joe Manchin III (I-WV), Chairman of the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works, Governor Jim Justice (R-WV), and former U.S. Representative David McKinley (R-WV) announced the initial $30 million of the total $925 million award was released from the Department of Energy (DOE) to officially launch the Appalachian Regional Clean Hydrogen Hub (ARCH2) … Continue Reading
July 31, 2024
Manchin, Bipartisan Colleagues Introduce The James R. Dominguez Memorial Act
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (I-WV) joined his bipartisan colleagues in introducing the James R. Dominguez Memorial Act. This legislation would rename the U.S. Border Patrol checkpoint on U.S. Highway 90 West in Uvalde County, Texas, after James Ray Dominguez, a Border Patrol agent killed on duty on July 19, 2012, while clearing debris from the side of Highway 90 near Cline, Texas. “James Dominguez served as a Border Patrol agent for more than 12 years, working tirelessly … Continue Reading
July 30, 2024
Manchin Votes To Protect Kids Online
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (I-WV) voted to pass the Kids Online Safety and Privacy Act, a bipartisan legislative package that contains two bills cosponsored by Senator Manchin, the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA) and the Children and Teens’ Online Privacy Protection Act. This commonsense package prioritizes young Americans’ safety and privacy online by making vital updates to data privacy rules, while also providing parents and educators with the tools and transparency … Continue Reading
July 30, 2024
Manchin Announces $408k For Four West Virginia Fire Departments
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (I-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $408,527 from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) through the Assistance to Firefighters Grant’s (AFG) program. This funding will be used to expand public safety measures, including fire prevention programs, firefighter health and safety research, and increase first responder personnel in Point Pleasant, War, Elk Garden, and … Continue Reading
