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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.

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From the Hill to the Mountains

JANUARY 22, 2021: MANCHIN, CAPITO, ROMNEY REINTRODUCE RESOLUTION REQUESTING STATE FUNERAL FOR LAST SURVIVING WWII MEDAL OF HONOR RECIPIENT
Washington, DC – Today, U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV), Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) and Mitt Romney (R-UT) reintroduced a resolution requesting a state funeral and authorizing the use of the Capitol rotunda for the last surviving World War II Medal of Honor recipient. There are only two living Medal of Honor recipients remaining from WWII, including West Virginia native and Iwo Jima veteran, Woody Williams. This state funeral would not only recognize their individual service and sacrifice, but would act as a final salute to the Greatest Generation and those who wore the uniform from 1941 to 1945.

"Americans like Woody Williams who answered the call to service during WWII fought to ensure our democracy prevailed. Their sacrifices allowed the rest of us to enjoy the freedoms we hold sacred and helped make the United States the best country in the world," Senator Manchin said. "Bestowing this great honor on the last surviving WWII Medal of Honor recipient would be the perfect way to come together as a nation to salute the Greatest Generation. I urge my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to join us in our efforts to honor these brave Veterans and call on President Biden to grant our request."

JANUARY 22, 2021: MANCHIN VOTES TO CONFIRM SECRETARY OF DEFENSE AUSTIN
Washington, DC – Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, voted to confirm Retired General Lloyd Austin as the United States Secretary of Defense.

"Today I voted to confirm Lloyd Austin as Secretary of Defense. His confirmation is the beginning of a long journey to reestablish American leadership around the globe and rebuild trust in our federal government. After meeting with Secretary Austin and questioning him during his nomination hearing, I truly believe he is the right person to lead the Department of Defense. His more than 40 year career of serving in a subordinate nature to civilian authority provides a unique background to reinforce the example of civilian leadership of our military, and that example is desperately needed as we return to a sense of normalcy. I look forward to working with Secretary Austin as we restore America’s role in upholding democratic ideals at home and across the world."

JANUARY 22, 2021: MANCHIN VISITS WEST VIRGINIA NATIONAL GUARD TROOPS DEPLOYED TO WASHINGTON
Washington, DC – Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, visited with West Virginia National Guard troops deployed to Washington, DC.

"This morning I met with West Virginia National Guard troops deployed to Washington, DC following the insurrection at the Capitol on January 6th to personally thank them for protecting our Capitol with honor and continuing to show what it truly means to be a West Virginian. I am incredibly proud of these West Virginia sons and daughters and I encourage my fellow West Virginians to thank our troops for representing the Mountain State here in Washington during these difficult times and wish them a safe return home."

To view pictures of Senator Manchin and the National Guard troops, please click here. 

JANUARY 20, 2021: MANCHIN STATEMENT ON INAUGURATION OF PRESIDENT JOE BIDEN AND VICE PRESIDENT KAMALA HARRIS
Washington, DC – U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) today released the following statement on the inauguration of President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris. 

"Today begins a new chapter for the United States of America and her people. I extend my most sincere congratulations to President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris on their inauguration. Every American should want our President to succeed because if our President does well, our nation and state do well. I will do everything in my power to work with President Biden to help heal our county and to govern in the most bipartisan way because it should be about our country, democracy, the rule of law and saving our republic. We must come together to heal this political divide. God bless America."

JANUARY 19, 2021: MANCHIN QUESTIONS SECRETARY OF DEFENSE NOMINEE AUSTIN DURING NOMINATION HEARING
Washington, DC – U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC), today questioned Secretary of Defense nominee Retired General Lloyd Austin during his nomination hearing.

"The strength of our military and the admiration the whole world has for it is because of the civilian leadership, I believe your private sector knowledge will be an asset… I truly believe with all my heart you’re the right person at the right time to do this job because it’s a tremendous undertaking and I think to restore the confidence back in the American people that the Defense Department is there to defend us and is run by civilians," Senator Manchin said in part.

A video of Senator Manchin’s questioning of Secretary of Defense nominee Retired General Austin can be found here.

JANUARY 19, 2021: MANCHIN, CAPITO ANNOUNCE $975,000 FOR AEROSPACE MECHANIC TRAINING SCHOOL AT MARSHALL UNIVERSITY
Washington, DC - U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced $975,000 from the Economic Development Administration (EDA) to support the launch of the Aerospace Mechanic Technician (AMT) Training School at Marshall University. This program will assist with supplying needed jobs to the aerospace industry and will help create new job opportunities and attract private investment to Cabell County.

"The Marshall Aerospace Mechanic Training School at Huntington Tri-State provides West Virginians with high quality training to ensure they are prepared for future opportunities across West Virginia. I am pleased the EDA is investing in this great program and as a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee I will continue to fight for funding that supports educating West Virginians to fill jobs right here in the Mountain State," said Senator Manchin. 

Energy Committee News

MANCHIN CONGRATULATES GLICK ON FERC CHAIRMAN APPOINTMENT
Washington, DC – Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), incoming Chairman of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources, released the following statement after President Biden appointed Rich Glick to chair the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC).

"I congratulate Mr. Glick on being appointed Chairman of the Federal Energy and Regulatory Commission. He had strong bipartisan support for his confirmation three years ago and I look forward to working with Mr. Glick and his four colleagues to ensure that the Commission fulfills its important role of ensuring reliable supplies of natural gas and electricity at just and reasonable prices."

Incoming Chairman Manchin and Senator Barrasso Announce Upcoming Committee Schedule

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources today announced its schedule for next week. The full committee will hold a hearing to consider the nomination of Ms. Jennifer Granholm to be the Secretary of Energy. More information can be found at the links below or by visiting the committee’s website.

Wednesday, January 27, 2021, at 9:30 a.m. EST – Full Committee Hearing to consider the nomination of:
Ms. Jennifer Granholm to be the Secretary of Energy.

The hearing will be held in Room 106 of the Dirksen Senate Office Building, and will be webcast live on the committee’s website. In line with current restrictions from the Sergeant at Arms and social distancing guidelines, in-person visitors cannot be accommodated. Witness testimony will be available online immediately before the start of the hearing.