Press Releases
ICYMI: Manchin Discusses Most Recent Reconciliation Negotiations
Charleston, WV - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) joined West Virginia radio host Hoppy Kercheval to discuss the most recent reconciliation negotiations. To listen to the interview in full, click … Continue Reading
July 14, 2022
Manchin, Capito Honor Hershel "Woody" Williams with Lying in Honor Ceremony, World War II Monument Wreath Laying
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) honored Hershel “Woody” Williams, the last surviving World War II Medal of Honor recipient, during the lying in honor ceremony in the U.S. Capitol Rotunda. The Senators also honored Woody Williams with a wreath laying ceremony at the World War II Memorial on the National Mall. Woody Williams is the seventh American and first West Virginian to lie in honor at the U.S. Capitol.“Today, Woody Williams … Continue Reading
July 14, 2022
Manchin, Casey, Brown, Kaine, Warner Reintroduce Black Lung Benefits Improvement Act
Washington, DC - This week, U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV), Bob Casey (D-PA), Sherrod Brown (D-OH), Tim Kaine (D-VA) and Mark Warner (D-VA) reintroduced the Black Lung Benefits Improvement Act to ensure miners who have suffered from Black Lung disease and their survivors can access the benefits they need and deserve. The legislation improves the existing Black Lung Benefits Program for miners and their survivors by increasing access to legal representation, protecting financial … Continue Reading
July 13, 2022
Manchin Announces $165K to Support American Red Cross in West Virginia
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced the American Red Cross Central Appalachia Region will receive $165,000 to support the purchase of four new blood services vehicles. 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 (HRSA).“The … Continue Reading
July 13, 2022
Manchin Statement on 9.1% Inflation Rate
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) released the following statement after the Bureau of Labor Statistics published their monthly Consumer Price Index Report indicating consumer inflation has risen to 9.1%, the largest 12-month increase since 1981. “Today’s inflation data illustrates the pain families across the country are feeling as costs continue to rise at a historic rate. 9.1% is cause for serious concern. Items like chicken, eggs and lunchmeat have increased to … Continue Reading
July 13, 2022
Manchin Speaks on Hershel "Woody" Williams' Life and Legacy
Washington, DC - This evening, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) spoke on the U.S. Senate Floor on the life and legacy of Hershel “Woody” Williams, the last surviving World War II Medal of Honor recipient. Senator Manchin’s speech can be watched in full here. Senator Manchin’s remarks as prepared: M. President, I rise today to speak on the life and legacy of my dear friend, the last surviving World War II Medal of Honor Recipient, West Virginian and one of the last of the Greatest … Continue Reading
July 12, 2022
Manchin Announces More Than $99 Million to Provide Meals for West Virginia Children
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced an estimated $99,814,480 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) to provide a payment of $391 for approximately 255,280 West Virginia children to access healthy food and meals through the summer months. The funding is provided through the Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer (P-EBT) program and was made available in part by the American … Continue Reading
July 12, 2022
Manchin, Capito Announce $1.8 Million for COVID-19 Relief Reimbursement
Washington, DC - 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 $1,868,053 for the Charleston Area Medical Center (CAMC) through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). This funding will reimburse costs CAMC accrued from the purchase of personal protective equipment and … Continue Reading
July 12, 2022
Manchin, Capito Announce $399K for Medical Research Projects at Marshall University, West Virginia University
Washington, DC - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced $399,650 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) for substance use research at Marshall University and cancer treatment research at West Virginia University (WVU). “Marshall University and West Virginia University are leaders in numerous academic fields, including vital medical research. I’m pleased HHS is investing in this … Continue Reading
July 11, 2022
Manchin, Capito Announce $15 Million for New Terminal Building at North Central West Virginia Airport
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $15,000,000 from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airport Terminal Program for the North Central West Virginia Airport (CKB) in Harrison County. The funding was made possible through the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) and will support the construction of a new terminal building to ensure safe and smooth … Continue Reading
July 08, 2022
Manchin, Capito Announce Funding to Support Economic Redevelopment and Revitalization
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 several grants from the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA). These investments, which total $412,509, will support economic redevelopment and revitalization in the region by increasing job opportunities and attracting investment.“Investing in our … Continue Reading
July 08, 2022
Manchin, Capito Announce Funding for Preston Memorial Hospital
Washington, DC — U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), both members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced that Preston Memorial Hospital will receive $580,000 through a Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Community Funded Project Award. This funding was made available through a Congressionally Directed Spending request from both Senators Manchin and Capito.“The Mon Health Preston Memorial Hospital provides affordable, quality … Continue Reading
July 07, 2022
Manchin, Capito Announce $1.6 Million in NSF Funding for WVU
Washington, DC — U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), both members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced $1,625,000 from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to support two projects at West Virginia University (WVU). Specifically, this funding will support projects that work to advance knowledge in the field of chemical synthesis and study how the nervous system integrates sensory-motor information.“The National Science Foundation continues … Continue Reading
July 07, 2022
Manchin Announces $1.9 Million for Community Health Systems in Beckley
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $1,920,000 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) for Community Health Systems in Beckley, West Virginia. This funding comes in part from the American Rescue Plan and will support family medicine training and residency programs to meet the needs of rural communities in West Virginia. “The COVID-19 … Continue Reading
July 07, 2022
Manchin Announces Another $892K From American Rescue Plan To Expand Broadband Access for West Virginia Students
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) announced an additional $892,380 from the American Rescue Plan for six West Virginia school districts as part of the latest round of the Emergency Connectivity Fund. This funding is distributed through the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to help schools, libraries and educational organizations purchase laptops and tablets, Wi-Fi hotspots, modems, routers and broadband connections for students, staff and library visitors. … Continue Reading
July 05, 2022
Manchin, Capito Announce $1.9 Million To Combat Drug Epidemic, Support Health Centers in West Virginia
Charleston, WV - Today, U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $1,915,817 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to combat the drug epidemic and support a health center network in West Virginia. “Every West Virginian has felt the impacts of substance use disorder, and combatting this heartbreaking epidemic continues to be a top priority of mine. Rural Communities Opioid Response is … Continue Reading
July 05, 2022
Manchin, Capito Announce $650K for Agriculture Research at West Virginia State University
Charleston, WV — U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), both members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced $650,000 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) to conduct agricultural research that will enhance crop yield at West Virginia State University (WVSU). “West Virginia’s farmers, ranchers and rural development professionals play a critical role in our state’s economy and provide … Continue Reading
July 05, 2022
Manchin, Murkowski, Hassan, Portman, Blumenthal, Duckworth Introduce Resolution to Rebuild Ukraine
Washington, DC - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV), Lisa Murkowski (R-AK), Maggie Hassan (D-NH), Rob Portman (R-OH), Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) and Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) introduced a bipartisan resolution recognizing the United States’ commitment to rebuilding Ukraine after the impacts of Putin’s war. “It is our responsibility as a world power and democratic leader to support our allies in times of need,” said Senator Manchin. “Putin’s war on Ukraine continues to impact Ukrainians, … Continue Reading
July 03, 2022
Manchin, Capito, West Virginia Delegation Announce Hershel "Woody" Williams Will Lie in U.S. Capitol
Charleston, WV - Today, U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) and Representatives David McKinley (R-WV), Carol Miller (R-WV) and Alex Mooney (R-WV) announced Hershel “Woody” Williams will lie in state at the U.S. Capitol in the coming weeks. “Last week we lost Woody Williams, a great American hero and the last surviving World War II Medal of Honor recipient. Governor Justice and his team hosted a beautiful celebration of Woody’s life that was worthy of the … Continue Reading
July 01, 2022
Manchin Wishes West Virginians a Happy, Safe Independence Day
Charleston, WV - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) released the following statement in celebration of Independence Day.“Independence Day is a time to come together as Americans and West Virginians to celebrate our great nation. On this day, we also honor our brave servicemembers who risk their lives every day to keep us safe and protect the freedoms we all enjoy. Their sacrifices prove that America is a nation worth fighting for and they are an inspiration to us all. On this Fourth of … Continue Reading
