MANCHIN ANNOUNCES $1 MILLION FOR WEST VIRGINIA HYDROELECTRIC PROJECT

Thanks to the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, West Virginia will receive $1 million for the Willow Island Hydroelectric Project near St. Marys to ensure its hydroelectric generators can continue to provide clean, affordable electricity.

"Our state’s vast rivers and waterways are a critical source of energy for our electric grid, and this funding will ensure that Willow Island can continue to provide power to West Virginians for years to come."

The award comes in addition to the $7.8 million award for much-needed upgrades to West Virginia hydroelectric projects announced by Chairman Manchin last month.

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HEALTHCARE INSURANCE RESOURCES

Health Insurance Marketplace Open Enrollment begins November 1st. You may have new choices for health coverage and must update your existing application to get the best savings. See if you are eligible to save on Marketplace premiums or qualify for Medicaid or Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) based on your income. Before starting the application process, you can review a checklist of required information.

The open enrollment period for Medicare has begun and it will remain open through December 7th. To find out more about Medicare Open Enrollment, and how you can change your own plan or work with the seniors in your life to get them on Medicare, click here.

WV Navigator can provide more information and free enrollment assistance with health insurance plans. Call 304-356-5834 or visit www.ACANavigator.com for more details. 

WVU MILITARY SERVICE DAY

Saturday, October 26th is West Virginia University's Military Service Day. Students will have the opportunity to learn about military fitness standards, admission expectations and how a degree from WVU or a U.S. Military Academy can benefit their career. WVU ROTC and military reps will be on site to lead physical activities and interactive learning sessions.

Visit several campus facilities, talk with representatives from a variety of majors and attend conversation sessions to learn about academic resources available to those considering applying to college. View the schedule and register here. 

With the help of my staff, I was honored to lend my support during Almost Heaven Family Dentistry's free dental care day for all veterans in the Wellsburg area.

Charles of Welch contacted my office for assistance with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. He had been incorrectly billed and was having issues with receiving the refund. As a result of my inquiry to CMS, Charles' refund was given expedited processing and released to him in a timely manner.

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.

COMMUNITY SERVICES - Established through the collaborative efforts of many United Ways across the state, West Virginia 211 is a non-emergency hotline that connects callers to a network of community resources to find health and human services to meet their needs. Learn about specific programs, intake requirements, eligibility, operation hours and more. Dial 2-1-1 or visit wv211.org  to learn more.

DISASTER ASSISTANCE - Residents in several West Virginia counties affected by storms related to Hurricane Helene now have additional time to apply for assistance after losing food purchased with SNAP benefits due to the disaster. Applications may be submitted until close of business on October 28, 2024. For more information about eligibility or to request an application, residents can contact their local Department of Human Services (DoHS) county office or call the Office of Constituent Services’ Customer Services Hotline at 1-877-716-1212.

PASSPORTS - Processing times have been reduced to 4-6 weeks for routine service. This applies to both paper and online passport applications. Now is a great time to apply or renew. Learn more at travel.state.gov/passport.

STUDENT LOANS - Many individuals with jobs in health, teaching and public service professions as well as military service members may be eligible to participate in student loan forgiveness and repayment programs. These Congressionally authorized programs aim to attract borrowers to public service and highly needed professions. A list of programs is available here.

UNINSURED/UNDERINSURED INDIVIDUALS - Many clinics throughout the state offer free or low-cost health care options for West Virginians. 

Use these search tools to find care in your area:
National Association of Free & Charitable Clinics - Search for a clinic near you
HRSA Health Center Program - Find a health center near you

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

Senator Manchin's Service Academy applications are now closed.

US Service Academy interviews will be held on Saturday, October 26, 2024.

All Congressional Representatives are authorized by law to nominate a limited number of candidates per year for appointment to U.S. Service Academies. These schools include the U.S. Military Academy, U.S. Naval Academy, U.S. Air Force Academy and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy. 

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