20th Anniversary of 9/11

This weekend we will honor and remember those we lost 20 years ago on September 11, 2001. So many innocent Americans died that dreadful day and so many Americans have given their lives in defense of our nation in the years since. Words cannot describe my gratitude for our first responders, police, members of our armed forces, and hospital staff.

Each of us grieved and felt the shock of our vulnerability during the days and weeks following the attacks, but we also experienced something else as a nation – our country learned of the great strength, bravery, and character of our heroes. 

We have faced many challenges, as we surely will again, but it remains vital that we face them as a united national community. We must also continue to express our appreciation to our first responders, members of our armed forces, our families, and our neighbors. The most important thing we can do as Americans is to honor those we have lost by sharing their stories with future generations. I join each of you in taking a moment this weekend to reflect and to remember all those whose lives were changed forever.May God bless us all and may God bless the United States of America.

ON THE ROAD

I was proud to join United Mine Workers to celebrate Labor Day in Racine. Our great nation was built on the backs of a strong, skilled workforce, and it is so important to acknowledge our workers’ priceless contributions to our country.

Last week, my staff joined the Blue Knights West Virginia III, a group of active and retired law enforcement, in honoring World War II Medal of Honor Recipient Woody Williams in Huntington. Woody is truly a West Virginia and national treasure.

Anthony of Mercer County contacted the Senator for assistance with accidental damage caused to his RV by Comcast. Anthony was unable to get in touch with anyone about it on his own. Our staff were able to reach out on his behalf and the damages have been assessed for repair.

Click here or the image below to watch how Senator Manchin's office was able to help.

Visit manchin.senate.gov/arp for more information.

MANCHIN ANNOUNCES FUNDING FROM THE AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN TO SUPPORT WEST VIRGINIANS FACING HOUSING INSTABILITY
Charleston, WV – Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $77,313.60 from the American Rescue Plan for CommunityWorks in West Virginia. This funding is distributed through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and is part of the NeighborWorks Housing Stability Counseling Program, which supports individuals experiencing homelessness and individuals facing housing instability, such as eviction, default, foreclosure or loss of income.
 
“During the COVID-19 pandemic, there has been an increase of West Virginians facing housing instability or experiencing homelessness due to economic uncertainty and job loss. The American Rescue Plan continues to serve as a lifeline for West Virginians by assisting those who have been forced to choose between putting food on the table and keeping a roof over their family’s head. This funding from the American Rescue Plan will support CommunityWorks as they work with local organizations to help West Virginians facing housing instability. I will continue to fight for funding so every West Virginian has a roof over their head and a warm place to sleep at night,” said Senator Manchin.
 
Senator Manchin has been fighting to identify and support students experiencing homelessness in West Virginia and across the country. Senator Manchin successfully fought to include $800 million in the American Rescue Plan to help students experiencing homelessness. In July, Senator Manchin announced that West Virginia has received nearly $5 million from the $800 million.

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