Press Releases
Manchin Statement on the 21st Anniversary of 9/11
Washington, DC - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) today released the following statement in honor of the 21st anniversary of September 11, 2001 and remembrance of those lost and all our Fallen service heroes. “On this day twenty-one years ago, our great nation was forever changed and today we honor and remember those we lost on September 11, 2001. Thousands of innocent Americans died that dreadful day, and so many Americans have given their lives in defense of our great nation in the … Continue Reading
September 09, 2022
Manchin, Capito Announce More Than $10 Million in ARC Grants
Washington, DC — U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), Ranking Member of the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee, and both members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced multiple grants totaling $10,138,940 from the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC). “The Appalachian Regional Commission’s continued investment in revitalizing and strengthening Appalachia is great news for our state and the entire region. The funding announced … Continue Reading
September 08, 2022
Manchin Announces $750K for Potomac Valley Hospital Drug Addiction Center
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced Potomac Valley Hospital in Keyser, West Virginia will receive $750,000 to support renovations and upgrades to its Drug Addiction Center. The funding is made possible by a Congressionally Directed Spending (CDS) request secured by Senator Manchin and is funded through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Health Resources and Services Administration … Continue Reading
September 08, 2022
Manchin, Capito Announce Economic Development Planning Grants for West Virginia
Washington, DC — U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), Ranking Member of the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee, and both members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $442,500 in Economic Development District Planning grants for five communities across West Virginia. This funding is made available through the Economic Development Administration (EDA).“Investing in our communities spurs economic growth and creates good-paying, … Continue Reading
September 07, 2022
Manchin, Capito Announce $9 Million for Five West Virginia Public Safety Programs
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $9,076,886 from the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) for five West Virginia programs designed to promote public safety and strengthen justice systems throughout the state.“I am pleased to announce these five critical investments from the Department of Justice that will assist victims and strengthen our justice systems to ensure the safety of … Continue Reading
September 07, 2022
Manchin, Capito Announce $792K for 17 West Virginia Agriculture Projects
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $792,777 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) for 17 projects across West Virginia. This funding will support West Virginia’s farmers and crop production, expand agricultural educational opportunities, bolster veterinary services and strengthen energy efficiency efforts for agricultural producers and rural small businesses. “West … Continue Reading
September 07, 2022
Manchin Announces $491K From the American Rescue Plan to Monitor, Improve West Virginia Air Quality
Washington, DC - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced $491,000 from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection (WVDEP). The funding was made possible by the American Rescue Plan and will support monitoring and improving air quality levels throughout West Virginia. “West Virginia continues to see the benefits of critical American Rescue Plan investments that bolster … Continue Reading
September 06, 2022
Manchin, Capito Announce $5 Million for Charleston Area Medical Center
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced the Charleston Area Medical Center (CAMC) Health Education and Research Institute will receive $5,000,000 to support a new system that will archive clinical images, improve image storage and enhance patient care. The funding is made possible by a Congressionally Directed Spending (CDS) request secured by Senators Manchin and Capito and is … Continue Reading
September 02, 2022
Manchin Announces $62.8 Million From American Rescue Plan For Coalfield Development ACT Now Coalition
Charleston, WV - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) announced $62.8 million from the U.S. Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration to the Appalachian Climate Technology (ACT Now) Coalition, led by the Coalfield Development Corporation. This investment will support job and economic growth in 21 counties across southern West Virginia that have been impacted by the downturn in the coal economy. This investment is the third largest in the nation from the American … Continue Reading
September 02, 2022
Manchin, Capito Announce $5.3 Million For Green Bank Telescope Repairs
Charleston, WV - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced $5,300,000 from the National Science Foundation (NSF) for foundation repairs to the Green Bank Observatory (GBO) Green Bank Telescope (GBT) in Pocahontas County, West Virginia. The GBT is a vital tool for astronomical researchers and one of the world’s largest moving structures, with 16 wheels carrying 17 million pounds on a steel track that … Continue Reading
September 02, 2022
Manchin Statement on Death of Miner Kris Ball
Charleston, WV - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) released the following statement on the death of miner, Kris Ball of Chapmanville, at the Kanawha Eagle Mining Coalburg Tunnel Mine.“Gayle and I are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Kris Ball at the Coalburg Tunnel Mine. We ask all West Virginians to join us in keeping his wife Chelsea and their three children in our prayers during this devastating time. Every West Virginian and American is forever grateful for our brave … Continue Reading
September 02, 2022
Manchin, Capito Announce $8.7 Million for Three West Virginia Airport Projects
Charleston, WV - Today, U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $8,756,448 from the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) for three West Virginia airport projects. The funding will support a new equipment building at the Greenbrier Valley Airport, upgrades to runway and taxiway infrastructure at the Tri-State/Milton J Ferguson Field Airport and an environmental impact review at West Virginia … Continue Reading
September 01, 2022
Manchin Announces $15.4 Million from American Rescue Plan for Three Economic Development Projects Across West Virginia
Charleston, WV - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $15,458,253 from the Economic Development Administration (EDA) Coal Communities Commitment (CCC) Program for three economic development projects across West Virginia. The funding was made possible through the American Rescue Plan and will support expanding water service in Pocahontas and Logan Counties and establishing a farmers market and greenhouse in Boone County. In … Continue Reading
September 01, 2022
Manchin, USDA Secretary Vilsack Announce $75 Million Investment in Lewisburg, Speak at Chamber of Commerce Business Summit
Lewisburg, WV - Yesterday, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) hosted U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack in Lewisburg, West Virginia to announce nearly $75 million for drinking water and wastewater projects in Lewisburg. This morning, Senator Manchin spoke at the West Virginia Chamber of Commerce Business Summit to discuss the benefits of the Inflation Reduction Act for West Virginia. Senator Manchin also applauded the Sparkz manufacturing and Pure Watercraft investment announcements … Continue Reading
September 01, 2022
Manchin, Capito Announce $27.9 Million for GigaBeam to Connect West Virginia
Charleston, WV - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), member of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, and both members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced that GigaBeam’s bids through the Rural Digital Opportunity Fund (RDOF) have been authorized, awarding $27,972,938 to the company to further connect West Virginia with high-speed broadband. “Access to affordable, reliable broadband is vital to the success and growth … Continue Reading
September 01, 2022
Manchin Announces $1.4 Million from American Rescue Plan for Upper Kanawha Valley Outdoor Recreation
Charleston, WV - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $1,401,541 from the Economic Development Administration (EDA) Travel, Tourism, and Outdoor Recreation Program for the Upper Kanawha Valley Strategic Initiatives Council in Smithers, West Virginia. The funding was made possible through the American Rescue Plan and will support recreational improvements to the New River Gorge National Park and Preserve, renovations at the … Continue Reading
August 31, 2022
Manchin Applauds Sparkz Decision To Build Manufacturing Site In West Virginia
Charleston, WV - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) applauded Sparkz, a next-generation battery manufacturer, decision to manufacture zero-cobalt batteries in Taylor County, West Virginia. The plant will create 350 good-paying, long-term jobs. “Engaging our strong and capable workforce here in West Virginia to manufacture batteries domestically is critical to our energy independence and stability. The Sparkz facility will create 350 good-paying, long-term jobs, and I look … Continue Reading
August 28, 2022
ICYMI: Manchin Hosts Service Academy Training Day In Morgantown
Charleston, WV - Yesterday, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) hosted the first U.S. Service Academy training day for hundreds of middle and high schoolers from across West Virginia. The Academy Training Day helps prepare students who are interested in attending a U.S. Service Academy.“Attending a U.S. Service Academy is a privilege reserved for the best and brightest young men and women across the country,” said Senator Manchin. “The Academy Training Day at West Virginia University was an … Continue Reading
August 26, 2022
Manchin Visits Communities In Kanawha, Fayette Counties Impacted By Recent Flooding
Charleston, WV - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) visited Smithers, Hughes Creek and Point Lick Park in Kanawha and Fayette counties to see firsthand the recent flooding damage in Kanawha and Fayette counties. “Gayle and I continue to pray for the West Virginia families and communities impacted by the flooding over the past several weeks. We are grateful to the first responders and volunteers working tirelessly to help their communities and fellow West Virginians during this … Continue Reading
August 26, 2022
Manchin, Capito Announce $24 Million in DHS/FEMA Funding for West Virginia
Charleston, WV - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), Ranking Member of the Senate Homeland Security Appropriations Subcommittee, and both members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced $24,224,571 for the state of West Virginia through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) FY 2022 Preparedness Grant Programs and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). This funding will help West Virginia prepare against man-made threats … Continue Reading
