Press Releases
ICYMI: Energy and Natural Resources Committee Advances Manchin and Barrasso's Historic Outdoor Recreation Bill
Washington, DC - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV), Chairman of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, and John Barrasso (R-WY), Ranking Member of the Committee, praised today’s unanimous committee vote to advance their bipartisan America’s Outdoor Recreation Act of 2022, the first comprehensive recreation package since 1963 that will improve and expand America’s outdoor recreation economy while delivering sustainable economic boosts to rural communities.“Nothing brings West … Continue Reading
May 03, 2022
Manchin, Capito Announce ARC Funding for New River Gorge Regional Development
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, both members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced the New River Gorge Regional Development Authority in Beckley will receive $250,000 from the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) to help implement their Planning for Outdoor Recreation Industry, Vibrant Economies, and Regional Strategy (RIVERS) strategy.“West … Continue Reading
May 03, 2022
Manchin Questions Air Force Leadership on Ukraine Air Defense, Space National Guard
Washington, DC - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC) and Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Cybersecurity Subcommittee, today questioned the Honorable Frank Kendall III, Secretary of the Air Force, General Charles Q. Brown, Chief of Staff of the Air Force and General John W. Raymond, Chief of Space Operations. Senator Manchin questioned the witnesses about air defense and security in Ukraine against Putin’s invasion and the … Continue Reading
May 03, 2022
Manchin, Capito Announce $13.4 Million For Five West Virginia Head Start Programs
Washington, DC - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced $13,423,414 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) for five Head Start programs across West Virginia. “Every child in the Mountain State deserves access to a quality education, no matter their background. Head Start provides children with the skills and foundations they need for a bright future, and I am pleased HHS … Continue Reading
May 02, 2022
ICYMI: President Signs Into Law Manchin Bill to Improve Public Land Mapping and Boost Recreation
Washington, DC - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), Chairman of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, joined U.S. Senators John Barrasso (R-WY), Ranking Member of the Committee, Angus King (I-ME) and James Risch (R-ID) in applauding the enactment of their bipartisan Modernizing Access to our Public Land (MAPLand) Act.“I am thrilled the President has signed this important legislation into law to improve public knowledge of outdoor recreation opportunities and promote increased … Continue Reading
May 02, 2022
Manchin, Capito Announce Funding for Randolph County Housing Authority YouthBuild Program
Washington, DC - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), both members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced $1,198,500 for the Randolph County Housing Authority (RCHA). This funding, which is through the U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL) YouthBuild program, will help connect young adults with job training and educational opportunities in sought-after industries through apprenticeships and other career pathways.“YouthBuild is a great program … Continue Reading
April 29, 2022
ICYMI: Manchin Questions U.S. Secretary Of Transportation On Corridor H, Harmony Grove Interchange, Supply Chain Issues
Washington, DC - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, questioned U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg on completing Corridor H, upgrading the Harmony Grove Interchange in Morgantown and protecting American supply chains of batteries, electrodes and battery cells.On completing Corridor H:“A high priority in my state is Corridor H. We've been trying to build it for 56 years and we have about 90% completed or either funded to be … Continue Reading
April 28, 2022
Manchin Announces $6.6 Million To Wheeling Park Commission for Wilson's Lodge Renovations
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) announced $6.6 million from the Economic Development Administration (EDA) to the Wheeling Park Commission for renovations to Oglebay Park’s Wilson Lodge. This funding was made possible by the American Rescue Plan (ARP). The project will support local tourism, a financial anchor for the regional economy as it recovers from the COVID-19 pandemic, and is expected to create 45 jobs, retain 192 jobs and generate $20 million in private … Continue Reading
April 28, 2022
Manchin, Capito Announce $420K To West Virginia University for Stroke, Alzheimer's Disease Research
Washington, DC - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced $420,186 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to West Virginia University (WVU) for critical research into stroke and Alzheimer’s disease related dementias that will help advance our scientific understanding of aging. “Alzheimer’s is a heartbreaking disease that affects more than 39,000 West Virginians. Stroke is the … Continue Reading
April 28, 2022
Manchin, Braun to FDA Commissioner: Implement Recommendations to Address Drug Epidemic Now
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Mike Braun (R-IN) called on Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Commissioner Robert M. Califf to implement recommendations from a report FDA Commissioner Califf requested during his previous tenure at FDA. These recommendations were meant to help the FDA re-examine its policies for addressing the drug epidemic. However, over two months into Commissioner Califf’s second tenure at FDA, and five years after the recommendations … Continue Reading
April 28, 2022
West Virginia Legislative Leadership Joins West Virginia Hydrogen Hub Coalition
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV), Chairman of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), Representative David McKinley (R-WV) and Governor Jim Justice (R-WV) welcomed Speaker of the House Roger Hanshaw, President of the Senate Craig Blair, Senate Minority Leader Stephen Baldwin and House Minority Leader Doug Skaff to the West Virginia Hydrogen Hub Coalition. Photos of the signing can be found here. “Today the West Virginia … Continue Reading
April 28, 2022
Manchin, Capito Announce $3.3 Million for Maternal Health and Family Services
Washington, DC - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), both members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced $3,316,891 for the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR) and West Virginia University (WVU). This funding, which is through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), will help DHHR and WVU support infant and family home visiting programs, strengthen maternal and child health services, and bolster … Continue Reading
April 27, 2022
Manchin, McKinley, Capito Announce Urge Approval of I-79 Interchange Proposal in Morgantown
Washington, DC — Today, U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) and Congressman David B. McKinley, P.E. (R-WV) sent a letter to the U.S. Department of the Transportation (DOT) Secretary Pete Buttigieg requesting swift approval of the Interchange Justification Report for the proposed Harmony Grove Interchange in Morgantown.“In order to ensure West Virginia’s continued economic growth and job creation, we must regularly upgrade and improve infrastructure across … Continue Reading
April 27, 2022
Manchin, Capito Announce U.S. Fish and Wildlife Conservation Funding
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, both members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced West Virginia will receive $561,784 through the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s State Wildlife Grant (SWG) program. Funding will support natural resource stewardship and wildlife conservation efforts. “West Virginia is blessed with beautiful, endless public lands … Continue Reading
April 26, 2022
Manchin, Capito Announce Resources to Transition National Suicide Prevention Hotline
Washington, DC - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), both members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced $561,131 for West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources’ (DHHR) Bureau for Behavioral Health (BBH). This funding, which is through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), will help DHHR as it transitions the national suicide prevention and … Continue Reading
April 26, 2022
Manchin Questions Defense Experts on Weapons Supply Chains, Backfilling Military Equipment for NATO Allies
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC) and Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Cybersecurity Subcommittee, questioned Ellen Lord, Former U.S. Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment and David J. Berteau, Chief Executive Officer, Professional Services Council on protecting American supply chains and backfilling military equipment for NATO allies against Putin’s invasion of Ukraine. “In the Ukraine … Continue Reading
April 26, 2022
Manchin Questions U.S. Attorney General On Addressing Voting Rights, Price Gouging and Drug Epidemic
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, questioned U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland on addressing voting rights, price gouging and the drug epidemic. On voting rights, specifically a private right of action - the ability of private citizens to enforce their rights - under the Voting Rights Act:“On voting rights, I've always believed that a healthy democracy depends on a voting system that is accessible, free, fair and … Continue Reading
April 26, 2022
Manchin, Capito Announce $1.9 Million for Higher Education Research in West Virginia
Washington, DC - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced $1,994,564 from the National Science Foundation (NSF) for research projects at West Virginia University (WVU) and Marshall University. The funding will support research to improve space weather modeling and prediction and research to investigate molecular and chemical strategies for extreme stress tolerance. “The National Science Foundation … Continue Reading
April 25, 2022
Manchin, Capito Announce $6 Million in USACE Water and Wastewater Infrastructure 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, both members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced funding for five projects through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ (USACE) Section 571 environmental infrastructure program, totaling $6,000,000. This funding is made possible through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and will help provide reliable water and … Continue Reading
April 22, 2022
Manchin Announces More Than $3.2 Million in Energy Assistance for West Virginia Families
Charleston, WV - U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $3,285,056 for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). LIHEAP, which received funding in the Fiscal Year 2022 federal budget omnibus package, provides financial assistance to low-income Americans for whom energy costs represent a disproportionate share of their household budgets.“No West Virginian should … Continue Reading
