LIEAP APPLICATIONS NOW AVAILABLE

Applications for the Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP) will be accepted by the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources from April 24th to 28th or until funds are exhausted. The federally funded program assists eligible state residents in paying home heating bills. To qualify, households must meet all program guidelines.

For more information, please contact your local DHHR office or call (304) 352-4431. Click here for a list of county offices.

US Methanol, Institute

Yesterday I celebrated the opening of US Methanol’s new Liberty One plant in Institute, WV. This state-of-the-art facility is US Methanol’s first methanol production plant in West Virginia, and I look forward to seeing the opportunities this plant brings to our state!

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Manchin Mobile Mondays

Manchin Mobile Monday is hitting the road to assist West Virginians with state and federal issues in all 55 counties. If you need assistance with the VA, SSA, or any other agency, I encourage you to stop by, bring any relevant paperwork & speak with a member of my staff.

May 1: 11am – 1pm Upshur County Courthouse, Upshur County Administrative Annex, 91 West Main Street, Buckhannon, WV 26201

May 1: 11am – 1pm Raleigh County Public Library, 221 North Kanawha Street, Beckley, WV 25801

May 1: Noon – 2pm Jackson County Public Library, 323 Virginia Street, Ravenswood, WV 26164

MANCHIN PRESSES GRANHOLM ON ADMINISTRATION’S BOTCHED IMPLEMENTATION OF INFLATION REDUCTION ACT

“As the superpower of the world, we are reliant on China, Russia, and other foreign adversaries for far too many of our energy needs—whether it be oil, solar wafers, nuclear fuel, or, increasingly, electric vehicles. These are all things we can and should be producing start to finish in North America or sourcing from our allies. In an effort to decarbonize we need to be honest about the dirty supply chain secrets that come with various energy resources and technologies, or we’re simply sacrificing security for climate goals."

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Nathan of Charleston contacted my office requesting assistance obtaining his passport renewal for a trip. After an inquiry from my office with the Vermont Passport Agency, his passport was processed and completed.

If you or someone you know is in need of assistance with a state or federal agency, please contact my office at 304-342-5855.

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With the help of my staff, I'm honored to have lent my support for several events in the state: Strengthening Harrison County’s Care and Support Network community meeting in Clarksburg; Small Business Breakfast Club at Speedway Diner in Middlebourne; Mason County Chamber of Commerce dinner in Point Pleasant; Lily's Place Children's Center ribbon cutting in Huntington; Greenbrier EDC Strategic Planning Meeting in Pocahontas County; Central City Cafe's 30th anniversary in Huntington; Dedication and celebration of the Cameron Public Library; West Virginia Entrepreneurship Ecosystem Conference in Wheeling.

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NASA WEST VIRGINIA SPACE GRANT CONSORTIUM - K-12 students are encouraged to submit designs for the WV National Eclipse Ballooning Project patch design competition to be used as the formal NASA logo for the high-altitude balloon missions. Click here for an overview of the competition. Submit an entry here or email wvspacegrant@gmail.com. Deadline to apply is May 1. Learn more other upcoming programs as well as teacher resources.

WEST VIRGINIA’S NEW RIVER GORGE isn’t just America’s newest National Park, it also offers free camping at all 8 of its campgrounds, a rarity in the National Park system. Learn more about how you can experience New River Gorge and camp for free.

HEALTH CARE FOR VETERANS - Medical Foster Homes are private residences where the caregiver and relief caregivers provide care and supervision 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. A Medical Foster Home can serve as an alternative to a nursing home. Click here to learn more about the program. If you are interested in becoming a MFH caregiver, please reach out to your local VA hospital.

GET 4 FREE COVID-⁠19 TESTS - Every U.S. household is now eligible to order 4 free at-home COVID-⁠19 tests from the government. Visit Frequently Asked Questions for more information. Order tests through USPS by filling out this online form.

UNINSURED INDIVIDUALS - Patients who do not have health insurance can receive free masks, testing, vaccines, boosters and free or low-cost treatment. Learn More

FEMA RESPONSE - There are different assistance programs for individual citizens versus public groups like government agencies and private nonprofit organizations. Find assistance and get tools to recover at https://www.fema.gov/assistance.

FREE LIFETIME PASSES TO PUBLIC LANDS - For Veterans, service members and Gold Star Families. Passes can be obtained for free in person at these locations or online through the USGS Store with a processing fee.

THE WV DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN RESOURCES is seeking applicants for its 2023 internship program beginning on May 15. Interested college students should submit a completed application form and email DHHRJobs@wv.gov for more information.

Find job opportunities in your area:

WV Women Work - Tuition-free skilled trades training for Women. Enrolling now.

WorkForce WV local job announcement flyers
WorkForce WV job search portal
National Labor Exchange job postings
Department of Transportation open job postings
DHHR open positions throughout the state
Path to Pro Network: skilled labor jobs at companies across the U.S.
Department of Education job opportunities
Schools of Diversion and Transition career opportunities
WV K-12 Education Job-Bank