MANCHIN QUESTIONS VA OFFICIALS ON ACCESS TO VETERANS HEALTHCARE, COMPENSATION AND PENSION EXAMS IN WEST VIRGINIA

"We have a lot of Veterans in West Virginia and they all want to go to Veterans clinics or hospitals to get their care. They say they’re better understood and they feel much more comfortable. The problem we’re having in West Virginia is that they’re getting cancellations because of lack of personnel."

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MANCHIN RAISES CONCERNS OVER EPA’S PROPOSED EMISSION STANDARDS FOR COKE PLANTS

"EPA's proposals introduce new and unwarranted regulatory demands on coke production, which would harm employment prospects in West Virginia, the viability of coke production for the sole two U.S.-based steel blast furnace operators, and the local steel industry crucial for electric vehicles, pipelines, infrastructure growth, solar panels, geothermal plants, and other vital sectors."

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October 31st to November 3rd is National Veterans Small Business Week. West Virginia has a long history of service to our country, and many Veterans use their skills and leadership abilities to start successful small businesses across our state. 

Evelyn from Washington requested assistance with her supplemental claim to receive burial assistance for a Veteran who had been in her care for over 20 years. As a result of an inquiry from my office to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, she was granted burial assistance. 

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.

EPA ANNOUNCEMENTS - The Environmental Protection Agency wishes to coordinate effective communication about the work to secure the Fairmont Brine site. Please visit the response website or call (800) 438-2474 to connect with the EPA's public information center. Learn more about EPA News for West Virginia.

FTC RESOURCES - Just like in the wake of a natural disaster, scammers set up fake charities to take advantage of your generosity. Here’s how to avoid charity scams and make sure your donation counts. Learn more about safely donating in response to the Israel-Gaza crisis.

RESULTS FELLOWSHIP - Every year, a cohort of activists ages 20-35 comes together to form the RESULTS Fellowship. These young leaders spend 11 months growing their advocacy skills to end poverty and oppression. Applications for the 2024 cohort will be accepted until October 31st.

WEST VIRGINIA OUTDOOR ADVENTURES - Our country's 63rd national park, the New River Gorge, does not require an entrance pass and offers free camping! View a list of all state parks and other federal recreation sites in West Virginia. Learn more about interagency passes (free for Veterans and their families) to more than 2,000 federally protected recreation areas across the United States.

HEALTH INSURANCE OPTIONS - Health Insurance Marketplace open enrollment for the 2024 calendar year begins November 1st. Enroll by December 15th for coverage that starts on January 1st. Visit Healthcare.gov or call 1-800-318-2596 for more information. Those who no longer qualify for Medicaid and CHIP can turn to the Marketplace for insurance coverage.

The open enrollment period for Medicare is now through December 7th. Find information and compare plans at Medicare.gov or by calling 1-800-MEDICARE. Medicare will never call you unexpectedly or ask for personal information. Learn more about how to avoid Medicare enrollment scams. 

UNINSURED/UNDERINSURED INDIVIDUALS - Many clinics throughout the state offer free or low-cost health care options for West Virginians. Use this search tool to find a clinic in your area. 

Find job opportunities in your area:

USAJOBS.gov - the federal government’s official employment site with opportunities across the United States and around the world

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Search for WV apprenticeship programs by county
WV Women Work - skilled trades training for women
WorkForce WV employment database
National Labor Exchange job postings
Department of Transportation open job postings
DHHR open positions throughout the state​
Department of Education job opportunities
WV K-12 Education Job-Bank

MANCHIN: WITHOUT IRA WE WOULD HAVE ZERO LEASE SALES

MANCHIN URGES EPA TO RECONSIDER PROPOSED METHANE RULES

MANCHIN CALLS ON ADMINISTRATION TO HOLD FULL LEASE SALE 261 ON NOVEMBER 8TH

MANCHIN JOINS WEST VIRGINIA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ORGANIZATIONS TO DISCUSS JOBS AND INVESTMENT FROM APPALACHIAN REGIONAL HYDROGEN HUB

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