CONGRESSIONALLY DIRECTED SPENDING REQUESTS

As a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, Senator Manchin ensures that federal spending is targeted towards priorities that strengthen our nation and protect, promote, and benefit West Virginians. Communities and non-profits looking to request targeted funding can visit the webpage at https://www.manchin.senate.gov/appropriations. 

Please note that the deadline for submission of both Programmatic Requests and Congressionally Directed Spending Requests is 11:59PM on Monday, March 18th.

For assistance with these forms, please call the office at (202) 224-3954 or email appropriations@manchin.senate.gov.

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The Senate Appropriations Committee helps write legislation to allocate federal funds to government agencies, departments and organizations on an annual basis. Last year, Senator Manchin was proud to have secured over $112 million in CDS projects for West Virginia.

MANCHIN ANNOUNCES $14 MILLION TO REIMBURSE COVID-19 EXPENSES AT ST. MARY’S MEDICAL CENTER

“Our healthcare professionals are essential in protecting the health and well-being of all West Virginians, and we must ensure they have the resources and equipment necessary to keep them and our communities safe. I’m pleased FEMA is investing over $14 million to St. Mary’s Medical Center to help reimburse emergency expenses from the COVID-19 pandemic."

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Mr. Donald of Piney View, WV contacted my office for assistance obtaining reimbursement for ambulance transportation bills. Mr. Donald took two emergency trips to the Beckley VA in May 2023. His initial claims for reimbursement were denied. As a result of my inquiry to the VA, Mr. Donald's bills were paid by the VA in February 2024.

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.

STUDENT LOAN PROGRAMS - Licensed registered nurses, advanced practice registered nurses or nurse faculty members working full time at eligible facilities and schools are encouraged to apply for the Nurse Corps Loan Repayment Program. Applications are due March 7th.

FEMA - Federal disaster assistance is available to those affect by severe storms, flooding, landslides and mudslides in August 2023. Individuals in Boone, Calhoun, Clay, Harrison and Kanawha counties may apply for assistance by registering online, by calling 1-800-621-3362. Businesses who were affected may apply online, call 1-800-659-2955 or email disastercustomerservice@sba.gov for more information.

Several Disaster Recovery Centers are open in these counties to assist with FEMA and other disaster assistance programs.

USDA GRANTS - Applications for grants available under the Value-Added Producer Grants program are now being accepted. Funding is available to help agricultural producers maximize the value of their products and venture into new and better markets.

TAX SUPPORT - MyFreeTaxes is a service provided by United Way that offers comprehensive, no-cost tax preparation and filing services to the public. The main Helpline can be reached at 866-698-9435 or through this Contact Form. To learn more about VITA and free tax preparation services, click here. 

BLOOD DONATIONS - The West Virginia Department of Health is partnering with the American Red Cross Central Appalachia Region to increase the number of blood donations in the area. The blood supply has currently fallen to critically low levels and donations are needed right now to help alleviate the shortage. Make an appointment at RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-733-2767 or download the Red Cross Blood Donor App.

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
Governmentjobs.com - Search for and apply to government jobs 
State of West Virginia job opportunities
WorkForce WV employment database
National Labor Exchange job postings
Department of Transportation open job postings
Department of Education job opportunities

WV Women Work - skilled trades training for women
Public Service Training and certification
Career training programs

MANCHIN ANNOUNCES $14 MILLION TO REIMBURSE COVID-19 EXPENSES AT ST. MARY’S MEDICAL CENTER

MANCHIN STATEMENT ON BIDEN, TRUMP VISITS TO THE SOUTHERN BORDER

MANCHIN LEADS BIPARTISAN LETTER URGING SENATE LEADERSHIP TO MOVE COMPACTS OF FREE ASSOCIATION FORWARD

MANCHIN QUESTIONS VA OFFICIAL ON ENCLOSING CEMETERY COMMITTAL SHELTERS IN HONOR OF WOODY WILLIAMS

MANCHIN STATEMENT ON IMPORTANCE OF KROGER TO OUR WEST VIRGINIA COMMUNITIES

MANCHIN QUESTIONS WITNESSES ON THE POTENTIAL OF GEOLOGIC HYDROGEN, CRITICIZES ADMINISTRATION’S APPROACH TO HYDROGEN TAX CREDITS

MANCHIN STATEMENT ON MCCONNELL’S DECISION TO STEP DOWN AS SENATE REPUBLICAN LEADER

MANCHIN ANNOUNCES $1.4 MILLION FOR FLOOD REPAIRS FOR SUMMERSVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL

MANCHIN OPENS WEB PAGE FOR CONGRESSIONALLY DIRECTED SPENDING REQUESTS

MANCHIN, CAPITO LEGISLATION TO DESIGNATE THE CLARKSBURG FEDERAL COURTHOUSE IN HONOR OF JUDGE IRENE KEELEY PASSES SENATE

MANCHIN ANNOUNCES $1 MILLION FOR WATER INFRASTRUCTURE UPGRADES IN MARION COUNTY

MANCHIN ANNOUNCES $500K FOR WHEELING IRONWORKERS LOCAL 549

MANCHIN ANNOUNCES $5.8 MILLION FOR EIGHT RURAL DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS IN WEST VIRGINIA

MANCHIN, CAPITO URGE USPS TO REEVALUATE INITIAL MAIL PROCESSING FACILITY REVIEW FINDINGS

MANCHIN ANNOUNCES $3 MILLION FOR WATER INFRASTRUCTURE UPGRADES IN BERKELEY COUNTY

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MANCHIN ANNOUNCES $5.1M TO REMEDIATE, RECLAIM ORPHANED OIL AND GAS WELL SITES AT OHIO RIVER ISLANDS NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE

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The U.S. military academies host a variety of annual summer programs. From sports camps to STEM learning, cadets have the opportunity to engage in a variety of academic, athletic and professional training. 

Applications are open to the public. Deadlines and session schedules vary based on location. Need-based scholarships or financial assistance may be available. 

West Point Summer Leadership Program - applications due March 15th
Naval Academy Summer STEM Program and Seminar - for grades 9-12
Coast Guard AIM Program - Application/Informational Virtual Event
Merchant Marine Academy Virtual Sessions - Wednesdays at 3:00PM
Army Sports Camps - offered by Army West Point Athletics
Naval Sports Camps - 2024 dates coming soon
Air Force Sports Camps - registration is now open
Merchant Marine Academy Admissions Visits

Air Force Academy Summer Seminar - accepting applications for summer 2025

Stay connected to all Service Academy Initiatives

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