VOTING RESOURCE PAGE

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed every aspect of our daily lives, including how Americans and West Virginians will be able to vote this year. The 2020 election is quickly approaching and West Virginians need access to accurate, reliable information on how to vote during these unprecedented times. This week I launched a voting resource page that compiles accurate facts on how to register to vote, polling locations, requesting an absentee ballot and more. Every eligible West Virginian should exercise their right to vote and have their voice heard this fall.

To view the voting resource webpage please click here.

2020 CENSUS

Visit our 2020 Census page on our website.

The deadline to respond is coming soon!

If we don’t respond to the Census, we will miss out on important federal funds that make our communities stronger. Every person in West Virginia that does not respond to the Census equates to $20,000 lost in federal funds for West Virginia and our communities over the next ten years. If 100 people do not respond, that's $2 MILLION lost in federal funds to West Virginia over the next ten years. We simply can’t afford that. So please, Be Counted and respond to the census today by visiting:

2020census.gov

or call 844-330-2020.

BROADBAND

Take a Speed Test Here.

The sad fact is that many places in West Virginia simply do not have access to reliable broadband and the lack of access affects West Virginians every day. Back in 2015, the FCC released a coverage map that stated 99.9% of Americans had wireless coverage. I knew then what I know now: That is just plain wrong.

That’s why I’m asking all West Virginians to submit your internet speed-tests, so we can prove to the FCC that our broadband coverage is well below the stated coverage. So far, your efforts have helped the FCC acknowledge that our providers are overstating their coverage, but we must continue to show where and how widespread the lack of broadband coverage is in West Virginia.

HOW MAY WE HELP YOU?

To request assistance from my case team, click here.

As your U.S. Senator, I am proud to be your voice with government agencies during your time of need. My goal is for me and my staff to provide the best possible customer service for every West Virginian who contacts me needing assistance. While I have no direct jurisdiction in legal or administrative matters of any federal, state, or local agency, I welcome the opportunity to assist you in any way possible and to assure that full consideration is given to your case. See one of our success stories below:

Mr. Anthony Judy is a Veteran from Franklin, West Virginia who contacted Senator Manchin's office for assistance with Workforce WV. An inquiry was made by Caseworker Charles Walker to Workforce WV and Mr. Judy received a response from Workforce WV that his issue had been resolved.

From the Hill to the Mountains

MANCHIN, CAPITO ANNOUNCE $2.1 MILLION FOR DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS IN WEST VIRGINIA
Charleston, WV – U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced $2,100,000 from the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) for development projects in West Virginia.

“Economic development investments spur West Virginia’s economy and benefit our workforce. The ARC has been a great partner for the Mountain State, investing in projects that help our communities grow. I look forward to seeing the positive impacts of these awards and will continue to work with ARC to fund economic development across the state,” said Senator Manchin.

AFTER YEARS OF MANCHIN URGING, FCC COMMITS TO FIXING INCORRECT BROADBAND COVERAGE MAPS
Charleston, WV – Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairman Ajit Pai announced the FCC would heed calls from U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) to implement the Broadband DATA Act, which requires the FCC to update their broadband coverage maps to accurately represent unserved areas, before the $9 billion 5G Fund for Rural America is distributed.

“After years of ringing the alarm about our lack of broadband coverage and the errors in the FCC’s broadband coverage maps, the FCC has finally agreed to update the maps before distributing the $9 billion 5G Fund for Rural America. West Virginia will only get one bite at this apple and without these mapping updates, many areas without coverage would not have been eligible for any of this funding. At least now we can compete. This would not have happened without the nearly 2,000 West Virginians who conducted their own speed tests and sent them to my office. I first and foremost want to thank every West Virginian who took the time to conduct and send a speed test. I also want to thank the FCC for recognizing the unjust inaccuracies of these maps and making this necessary correction. Because of these efforts, rural communities across our state will at least have a fair opportunity to get covered,” said Senator Manchin.

MANCHIN, CAPITO ANNOUNCE FUNDING FOR WEST VIRGINIA UNIVERSITY
Charleston, WV – U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $253,996 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) for West Virginia University (WVU). This funding will support programs that work to prevent future opioid abuse and prepare future occupational therapists for treatment and prevention of substance use disorders.

MANCHIN: HOMELESS CHILDREN AND YOUTH IN WEST VIRGINIA NEED ASSISTANCE NOW MORE THAN EVER
Charleston, WV – U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) highlighted the increased needs of homeless children and youth in West Virginia due to the COVID-19 pandemic. In June, Senator Manchin introduced the Emergency Family Stabilization Act to provide flexible funding for community-based organizations to meet the unique needs of children, youth, and families experiencing homelessness.

MANCHIN WELCOMES 1-150TH CAVALRY REGIMENT HOME
Charleston, WV – U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) welcomed the 1st Squadron 150th Cavalry Regiment of the West Virginia Army National Guard safely home. Senator Manchin sent a video welcoming the soldiers home.

“As former Governor of the Mountain State, the greatest honor of my life was serving as Commander in Chief of the best National Guard in the nation. West Virginians have helped keep America safe for generations, and I am so proud to see you all carrying on that legacy. I’m thankful to see you all home safe from your deployment as you sacrifice to keep your fellow West Virginians and Americans safe. Welcome home.”

Information is updated daily on: manchin.senate.gov/coronavirus

WORKING FOR YOU

MANCHIN, CAPITO ANNOUNCE $3.1 MILLION FOR COVID-19 TESTING IN WEST VIRGINIA
Charleston, WV – U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced $3,103,241 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to help West Virginia University (WVU) increase COVID-19 testing in underserved and vulnerable communities across West Virginia.

“Widespread COVID-19 testing is one of the most effective ways to curb the spread of this virus. As the state with the most vulnerable population, we must continue to face this public health crisis by providing all West Virginians access to COVID-19 testing,” said Senator Manchin. “On September 3rd, I wrote to HHS urging them to support this project to increase testing in our communities. I am pleased HHS is supporting this initiative to increase testing in underserved communities across the Mountain State and will continue to advocate for funding that helps our family, friends, and neighbors be as safe as possible during this pandemic.”

“As we continue to battle the COVID-19 pandemic, we must make sure we have widespread testing available, including in our rural and underserved areas,” said Senator Capito. “With a larger emphasis on testing, we will be able to better-identify asymptomatic cases, increase contact tracing, and maintain a targeted approach to limiting the impact of COVID-19 in communities across our state. I have been a tireless advocate for increased testing resources to West Virginia throughout the pandemic, and I am thrilled to see this support from HHS coming through. West Virginia is seeing both lower positivity and reproductive rates of COVID-19 today. This grant funding is welcome news and will help us build off this momentum and take the necessary steps to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 in our state.”

TESTING

Where can I get a test? This is a question my office has received since the beginning of this pandemic. Please note that this is not a comprehensive list; there may be more testing sites out there that are added daily. In order to provide as much reliable information as possible, I am including testing sites that are verified through an official communication or news release.

For any organizations or health care organizations who would like their site listed, or who have updates on their hours or requirements, please email me at common_sense@manchin.senate.gov .

It is recommended that you seek testing only when you begin exhibiting symptoms of COVID-19. Click here to view the screening criteria. To report your symptoms and be directed to one of the available testing sites, contact your primary care doctor or a designated hotline for your area. Most, if not all, sites require a physician's order before testing. If you have gone through these steps and are still having issues getting a test, please email me at common_sense@manchin.senate.gov and a member of my staff will reach out to you to see if we can assist.

Click here for WV DHHR's latest updates to reported COVID-19 cases

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Any new additions or updates to testing sites or events will be included below. The full list of verified testing sites and events is available and updated daily on manchin.senate.gov/coronavirus.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2020
CLARKSBURG
LOCATION: Robert C. Byrd High School, 1 Eagle Way, Clarksburg, WV

HOURS: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

GERRARDSTOWN
LOCATION: Mountain Ridge Middle School, 2771 Gerrardstown Road, Gerrardstown, WV

HOURS: 4:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

GRAFTON
LOCATION: First Baptist Church of Grafton, 2034 Webster Pike (US Rt. 119 South), Grafton, WV

HOURS: 12 p.m. - 2 p.m.

MASON
LOCATION: Faith Baptist Church, 2550 2nd Street, Mason, WV

HOURS: 4 p.m. - 6 p.m.

MORGANTOWN
LOCATION: West Virginia University Student Recreation Center, 2001 Rec Center Drive, Morgantown, WV

HOURS: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

PEACH CREEK
LOCATION: Old 84 Lumber Building, 100 Recovery Road, Peach Creek, WV

HOURS: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

PINEVILLE
LOCATION: Christian Fellowship Worship Center, 1877 Bear Hole Road, Pineville, WV

HOURS: 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

WAYNE
LOCATION: Wayne County Health Department, 217 Kenova Ave, Wayne, WV 25570

HOURS: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2020
CHARLESTON
LOCATION: Schoenbaum Center, 1701 Fifth Avenue, Charleston, WV

HOURS: 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Flu shots available

DANVILLE
LOCATION: Boone County Health Department, 213 Kenmore Drive, Danville, WV

HOURS: 1 p.m. - 6 p.m.

FAIRMONT
LOCATION: Marion County Health Department, 300 Second Street, Fairmont, WV

HOURS: 12 p.m. - 3 p.m.

GRAFTON
LOCATION: First Baptist Church of Grafton, 2034 Webster Pike (US Rt. 119 South), Grafton, WV

HOURS: 12 p.m. - 2 p.m.

HAMLIN
LOCATION: Lincoln County Health Department, 8008 Court Avenue, Hamlin, WV

HOURS: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

HUNTINGTON
LOCATION: Cabell County Health Department, 703 Seventh Avenue, Huntington, WV

HOURS: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

RIPLEY
LOCATION: ElderCare Parking Lot, 107 Miller Drive, Ripley, WV

HOURS: 2 p.m. - 6 p.m.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2020

DELBARTON
LOCATION: Delbarton Volunteer Fire Department, County Highway 65/12, Delbarton, WV

HOURS: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

GRAFTON
LOCATION: First Baptist Church of Grafton, 2034 Webster Pike (US Rt. 119 South), Grafton, WV

HOURS: 12 p.m. - 2 p.m.

RESOURCES

Our office is working diligently to bring you the most up-to-date information as it becomes available. Click the links below for more information. All information regarding resources and more can be found on Senator Manchin's website.

Unemployment & Direct Payments

Veterans Assistance

Basic Needs

Business Assistance

Volunteer

Feeling Ill?

WV 211:

United Way of West Virginia provides an important service to West Virginians by helping users navigate the vast number of resources available to aid with healthcare issues, food shortages, mental health questions and more. This program is more important now than ever as we battle the COVID-19 pandemic and I commend United Way for continuing to serve their fellow West Virginians through this time.

United Way’s new 2-1-1 will make information on a wide variety of local support services more accessible across our entire state,” said United Way of Central WV President, Margaret O’Neal. “Whether it’s information for locating a health clinic, finding child care programs, or getting housing assistance, 2-1-1 is an easy-to-remember, go-to resource for individuals and families.

To utilize these resources West Virginians can:

Call 2-1-1
Text your zip code to 898-211
Visit http://www.wv211.org/contact
Call toll-free 1-833-848-9905

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Any new or updated resource information will be posted below. All information is available and updated daily on manchin.senate.gov/coronavirus.

IRS: Non-filers deadline extended to November 21

If you did not:

file a 2019 federal tax return,
get an Economic Impact Payment,
register for an Economic Impact Payment already.

Then, use Non-Filers: Enter Payment Info Here by November 21 to register for your payment.

Click here for more information.

UPCOMING JOB FAIR:
Region III Workforce Investment Board Virtual Job Fair
October 15 from 10am - 2 pm

To learn more and register, click here.

CITY OF CHARLESTON ANNOUNCES NEW SMALL BUSINESS PROGRAM:

An eligible small business in the city has no more than 25 employees or more than $1 million in annual gross revenues.

A total of $250,000 will be awarded as part of the three-cycle grant program which will be in fall of 2020, winter of 2020 and spring of 2021.

A total of $80,000 in grants may be awarded under the fall 2020 program. The maximum annual grant award for any business is $5,000 and grant recipients must match any award amount by 25%.

To apply for the program, click here.

To learn more, call my office Toll Free at (855) 275-5737, email me, or find me on social media:

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