Press Releases
Manchin, Luján, Cramer, Barrasso Reintroduce Bipartisan Legislation to Bolster Recreational Biking on Federal Lands
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senators Joe Manchin, Chairman of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources (ENR) Committee, John Barrasso (R-WY), ranking member of the Senate ENR Committee, Ben Ray Luján (D-NM), and Kevin Cramer (R-ND) reintroduced the Biking On Long-Distance Trails (BOLT) Act to bolster outdoor recreation and biking on federal lands across the country.The BOLT Act directs the Department of the Interior (DOI) to: Identify not fewer than 10 long-distance bike … Continue Reading
March 02, 2023
Manchin, Braun, King Introduce Bipartisan FDA Accountability for Public Safety Act
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV), Mike Braun (R-IN) and Angus King (I-ME) introduced the bipartisan FDA Accountability for Public Safety Act to combat the drug epidemic that continues to ravage communities across the United States. The legislation would strengthen scientific and Congressional review throughout the opioid approval process, as well as hold FDA leadership accountable for final decisions regarding these dangerous and highly addictive substances. “In … Continue Reading
March 02, 2023
ICYMI: Manchin Calls on Biden Administration, Congressional Leaders to Get Serious about the National Debt
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) spoke on the Senate Floor on the national debt crisis and the urgent need for the Biden Administration to release its federal budget, which was due to Congress on February 6th. “In 2013, federal spending was less than $3.5 trillion. Today, it's more than $6.2 trillion. In ten short years, that's an 80% increase,” Senator Manchin said in part. “Years of fiscal irresponsibility have brought us to the crisis that we face today. Our … Continue Reading
March 02, 2023
Manchin Announces $1.7 Million to Promote Public Safety, Reduce Violent Crime Across West Virginia
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $1,755,887 from the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) Office of Justice Programs (OJP) for the West Virginia Department of Military Affairs and Public Safety. The funding was made possible through the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, which passed the Senate and was signed into law in June of 2022, and will support developing and staffing a new advisory board known as the … Continue Reading
March 01, 2023
Manchin Votes For Bipartisan Challenge To Biden Rule Politicizing Americans' 401Ks
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) voted for a bipartisan resolution to nullify the Biden Administration’s ESG rule which prioritizes politics over getting the best returns for millions of Americans’ retirement investments. The resolution passed 50-46. The House of Representatives passed the bipartisan resolution earlier this week, and the resolution now heads to President Biden’s desk. Senator Manchin also spoke on the Senate Floor today. Excerpts from Senator Manchin’s … Continue Reading
March 01, 2023
Manchin Supports Bipartisan, Bicameral Richard L. Trumka Protecting the Right to Organize Act
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) joined a bipartisan, bicameral group of lawmakers in reintroducing the Richard L. Trumka Protecting the Right to Organize (PRO) Act. The legislation would protect the right of West Virginian and American workers to come together and bargain for higher wages, better benefits and safer workplaces. “I’m proud to join this bipartisan, bicameral effort to ensure workers across West Virginia and the United States are empowered to come … Continue Reading
March 01, 2023
Manchin, Braun Introduce Three Bipartisan Bills to Overhaul FDA Opioid Regulations, Combat Drug Epidemic
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Mike Braun (R-IN) introduced three bipartisan bills to reform how the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approves and manages opioid medications and combat the devastating drug epidemic that continues to ravage West Virginia, Indiana and every community across the United States. These commonsense pieces of legislation would strengthen scientific review throughout the opioid approval process, prioritize public health impacts … Continue Reading
March 01, 2023
Manchin Announces More Than $8.7 Million in Energy Assistance for West Virginia Families
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), Chairman of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee and member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $8,728,752 from the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) for the state of West Virginia. The funding is through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and will provide financial assistance to low-income West Virginians whose energy costs represent a disproportionate share of their … Continue Reading
March 01, 2023
Manchin Announces $34.5 Million to Support Affordable Housing for all West Virginians
Washington, DC - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced $34,544,935 from the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for the state of West Virginia and nine West Virginia communities to help provide quality, affordable housing for all West Virginians. The funding will specifically support establishing transitional housing for individuals in recovery from substance use disorder, quickly engaging and re-housing West … Continue Reading
February 28, 2023
Manchin Announces $409K to Support Affordable Housing for all West Virginians
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $409,000 from NeighborWorks America (NeighborWorks) for the Homeownership Center in Elkins and CommunityWorks in Charleston. The funding will support developing and improving affordable housing, providing critical community-based services and creating good-paying, long-term jobs. “Every West Virginian deserves a roof over their head and a safe place to sleep at night, and … Continue Reading
February 28, 2023
Manchin Announces $8.9 Million for COVID-19 Public Health Reimbursements
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $8,956,269 from the U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for the West Virginia Bureau for Public Health. The funding will be used to reimburse costs accrued in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, including testing the general public for COVID-19 detection and prevention. “Our frontline workers have gone above and beyond to care for their fellow West Virginians … Continue Reading
February 28, 2023
Manchin Announces $5.8 Million for Three West Virginia Head Start Programs
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $5,815,859 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) for three Head Start programs in West Virginia. Head Start supports educational growth from birth to age 5 through services that strengthen early learning and emotional development, health and safety and family well-being.“Every child in West Virginia deserves access to a quality education, no matter … Continue Reading
February 28, 2023
Manchin Announces More Than $35 Million to Upgrade West Virginia Water, Wastewater Infrastructure
Washington, DC — Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $35,169,000 to upgrade water, wastewater and storm water infrastructure across West Virginia. The funding is made possible through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Clean Water State Revolving Fund.“Every West Virginian deserves clean water to drink and fresh air to breathe. I fought to include funding in the … Continue Reading
February 28, 2023
Manchin Applauds $2.52 Billion in Funding for Innovative Carbon Management Programs
Washington, DC — U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), Chairman of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, applauded the U.S. Department of Energy’s announcement last week of $2.52 billion in funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) for two programs meant to spur investment in carbon capture, transport and storage technologies. Chairman Manchin secured this authorization and funding in the Energy Act of 2020 and the BIL with the requirement that at least two … Continue Reading
February 28, 2023
Manchin Announces $5.9 Million to Strengthen Healthcare Services Across West Virginia
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $5,905,358 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Health Resources and Service Administration (HRSA) to strengthen healthcare services across West Virginia. The funding will specifically support critical services at two health centers and improving perinatal healthcare services for West Virginians. “I’m pleased HHS is investing more than $5.9 million in … Continue Reading
February 27, 2023
Manchin Announces $190.7 Million for Milton Flood Reduction Project
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), Chairman of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee and member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $190.7 million from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) for the Lower Mud River Flood Risk Management Project in Milton, West Virginia. Senator Manchin secured this funding as part of the Fiscal Year (FY) 2023 omnibus and wrote a letter of support for the project earlier last year. “I am thrilled the … Continue Reading
February 27, 2023
Manchin, Capito Announce $2 Million for Terminal Upgrades at Raleigh County, Yeager Airports
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $2,000,000 from the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for two West Virginia airport projects. The funding is made possible by FAA’s Airport Terminal Program (ATP), which was created by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, and will support upgrades and improvements to the Raleigh County Memorial … Continue Reading
February 27, 2023
Manchin Statement on Death of Miner William Mapes
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) released the following statement on the death of miner William Mapes, who was fatally injured Sunday afternoon while working near Central Appalachian Mining LLC’s Grapevine South Surface Mine in Mingo County. Mr. Mapes was from Freeburn, Kentucky and served as a coal miner for 53 years.“Gayle and I are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of William Mapes yesterday at the Grapevine South Surface Mine in Mingo County. We ask … Continue Reading
February 27, 2023
ICYMI: Manchin Visits West Virginia Secondary School Activities Commission, Tours Discovery World's Children's Museum in Parkersburg
Washington, DC - Last week, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) visited Parkersburg to meet with the West Virginia Secondary School Activities Commission and tour the new Discovery World on Market Children’s Museum. Photos from the visits can be found here. “Last week I visited the West Virginia Secondary School Activities Commission to pay tribute to my dear friend and community leader, Greg Reed, to receive an update on high school sports across the Mountain State and to honor several … Continue Reading
February 27, 2023
Manchin, Capito, Bipartisan Colleagues Introduce Legislation to Provide Tax Relief for Auto Dealers
Washington, DC - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) introduced the bipartisan Supply Chain Disruptions Relief Act to provide tax relief to auto dealers experiencing inventory shortages due to global supply chain issues. “Russia’s war in Ukraine has drastically disrupted supply chains around the world, and it is critical that we protect American auto dealers from the increased financial burdens of inventory shortages. West Virginia has always been an automotive … Continue Reading
