2020 CENSUS

Visit our 2020 Census page on our website.

The deadline to respond is October 31, 2020.

If we don’t respond to the Census, we will miss out on important federal funds that make our communities stronger. Every person in West Virginia that does not respond to the Census equates to $20,000 lost in federal funds for West Virginia and our communities over the next ten years. If 100 people do not respond, that's $2 MILLION lost in federal funds to West Virginia over the next ten years. We simply can’t afford that. So please, Be Counted and respond to the census today by visiting:

2020census.gov

or call 844-330-2020.

BROADBAND

Take a Speed Test Here.

The sad fact is that many places in West Virginia simply do not have access to reliable broadband and the lack of access affects West Virginians every day. Back in 2015, the FCC released a coverage map that stated 99.9% of Americans had wireless coverage. I knew then what I know now: That is just plain wrong.

That’s why I’m asking all West Virginians to submit your internet speed-tests, so we can prove to the FCC that our broadband coverage is well below the stated coverage. So far, your efforts have helped the FCC acknowledge that our providers are overstating their coverage, but we must continue to show where and how widespread the lack of broadband coverage is in West Virginia.

HOW MAY WE HELP YOU?

To request assistance from my case team, click here.

As your U.S. Senator, I am proud to be your voice with government agencies during your time of need. My goal is for me and my staff to provide the best possible customer service for every West Virginian who contacts me needing assistance. While I have no direct jurisdiction in legal or administrative matters of any federal, state, or local agency, I welcome the opportunity to assist you in any way possible and to assure that full consideration is given to your case. See one of our recent success stories below:

Mr. Dennis Mark Norman, of Mount Clare, retired from the Air National Guard in September. He called TRICARE four months ahead of time to inform them of his retirement and that he would be transitioning to private health insurance. TRICARE advised that he would be covered through the end of the year. When his retirement paperwork was finally processed, Mr. Norman’s medical coverage was cancelled and he now owed for all expenses from August through December. Mr. Norman contacted Senator Manchin's office for assistance and Caseworker Cris Hewett made an inquiry through the TRICARE congressional office. It was determined that since Mr. Norman received false information, he would not only be refunded his monthly premiums for those months, but that Defense Health Agency would cover all medical expenses incurred during that time.

From the Hill to the Mountains

MANCHIN, CAPITO ANNOUNCE $2.2 MILLION FOR STROKE RESEARCH AT WEST VIRGINIA UNIVERSITY

Charleston, WV – U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced $2,276,620 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) National Institute of General Medical Sciences to support stroke research at West Virginia University (WVU).

“West Virginia consistently ranks in the top ten states with the highest rates of stroke and heart disease related issues,” said Senator Manchin. “With a highly vulnerable population, we must do more to help our neighbors, family, and friends manage and identify health problems, and we must increase our understanding of stroke recovery methods. This funding will support stroke research and the best ways to manage stroke patient recovery. I hope this research will benefit West Virginians who have suffered strokes and aid in their recovery and will continue to call for funding that helps West Virginians across our state.”

MANCHIN STATEMENT ON CHARGES ANNOUNCED IN CLARKSBURG VAMC INVESTIGATION

Charleston, WV – Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) released the following statement on the charges announced today in the Clarksburg Veterans Affairs Medical Center (VAMC) investigation.

“My heart goes out to the families and loved ones who tragically lost a Veteran and have had to endure this injustice. While overdue, today justice is finally being served. I hope today’s announcement brings some semblance of peace to their hearts and to the families who are still uncertain about the fate of their Veterans. Today’s news confirms that the nursing assistant at the Clarksburg VA Medical Center murdered Veterans under her care. As a member of the Senate Veterans Affairs Committee, I will not stop until we determine how this could have happened, and ensure it never happens again. Our Veterans deserve world-class care and their families deserve peace of mind at every step of the way,” said Senator Manchin.

MANCHIN, CAPITO ANNOUNCE $300K FOR MARSHALL UNIVERSITY COVID-19 RESPONSE

Charleston, WV – U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced $300,000 from the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) for Marshall University through the CARES Act to boost Marshall’s support for regional economic development strategies in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

“As healthcare providers across West Virginia care for those with COVID-19, we also need to address the economic impacts of this global health crisis on our communities and businesses,” said Senator Manchin. “I am pleased the EDA is supporting Marshall University’s initiatives to boost economic development in Huntington and across the region. Main Street needs help right now and I will continue to fight for funding in future COVID-19 response packages that assist our local businesses and communities during this difficult time.”

THIS WEEK:

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Information is updated daily on: manchin.senate.gov/coronavirus

WORKING FOR YOU

FOLLOWING MANCHIN URGING, HHS DISTRIBUTES INCREASED FUNDING FOR WEST VIRGINIA HOSPITALS

Charleston, WV – U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) today praised the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) for awarding $58,580,583 to rural hospitals and hospitals providing care to a high percentage of vulnerable patients in West Virginia. $40,206,685 will be awarded to hospitals serving a high percentage of vulnerable patients and $18,373,898 will be awarded to rural hospitals. These distribution levels come after months of urging from Senator Manchin.

“I am relieved that after months of urging, HHS has made this investment in rural and vulnerable hospitals across West Virginia. Before the COVID-19 pandemic hit, West Virginia hospitals were already operating on shoestring budgets to provide the best care possible. Like most things these days, their operations were complicated by the pandemic and they urgently need this emergency funding,” Senator Manchin said.

MANCHIN, CAPITO ANNOUNCE $376K FOR HEALTH CENTERS ACROSS WEST VIRGINIA

Charleston, WV – U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced $376,094 through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to support health centers’ and health center look-alikes’ COVID-19 response and testing efforts in West Virginia. This funding was made available through the Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act, which was signed into law by President Trump on April 24, 2020.

“As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to affect our communities across West Virginia, we must support our health centers, healthcare professionals, lab workers, and front line workers who are caring for their fellow West Virginians around the clock. This funding will help support health center look-alikes to purchase, administer, and expand capacity for testing. This fight is far from over and as we work on more federal COVID-19 relief funding, I will keep advocating for funding that helps rural states like West Virginia respond to this crisis,” said Senator Manchin.

TESTING

Where can I get a test? This is a question my office has received since the beginning of this pandemic. Please note that this is not a comprehensive list; there may be more testing sites out there that are added daily. In order to provide as much reliable information as possible, I am including testing sites that are verified through an official communication or news release.

For any organizations or health care organizations who would like their site listed, or who have updates on their hours or requirements, please email me at common_sense@manchin.senate.gov .

It is recommended that you seek testing only when you begin exhibiting symptoms of COVID-19. Click here to view the screening criteria. To report your symptoms and be directed to one of the available testing sites, contact your primary care doctor or a designated hotline for your area. Most, if not all, sites require a physician's order before testing. If you have gone through these steps and are still having issues getting a test, please email me at common_sense@manchin.senate.gov and a member of my staff will reach out to you to see if we can assist.

Click here for WV DHHR's latest updates to reported COVID-19 cases

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Any new additions or updates to testing sites will be included below. The full list of testing sites and events that have been verified by Senator Manchin's office is available on: manchin.senate.gov/coronavirus.

RESOURCES

Our office is working diligently to bring you the most up-to-date information as it becomes available. Click the links below for more information. All information regarding resources and more can be found on Senator Manchin's website.

Unemployment & Direct Payments

Veterans Assistance

Basic Needs

Business Assistance

Volunteer

Feeling Ill?

WV 211:

United Way of West Virginia provides an important service to West Virginians by helping users navigate the vast number of resources available to aid with healthcare issues, food shortages, mental health questions and more. This program is more important now than ever as we battle the COVID-19 pandemic and I commend United Way for continuing to serve their fellow West Virginians through this time.

United Way’s new 2-1-1 will make information on a wide variety of local support services more accessible across our entire state,” said United Way of Central WV President, Margaret O’Neal. “Whether it’s information for locating a health clinic, finding child care programs, or getting housing assistance, 2-1-1 is an easy-to-remember, go-to resource for individuals and families.

To utilize these resources West Virginians can:

Call 2-1-1
Text your zip code to 898-211
Visit http://www.wv211.org/contact
Call toll-free 1-833-848-9905

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Any new or updated resource information will be posted below. All information is available and updated daily on manchin.senate.gov/coronavirus.

SBIR-STTR Bootcamp - Online

Event to be held Tuesday, July 21, 2020 from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM (EDT)

Join to learn more about the federal Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs, which are a source of non-dilutive, early-stage funding for small businesses and researchers.

Find out what is involved in developing a concept, identifying opportunities, preparing to write an SBIR-STTR grant, best practices for successful applications and how to navigate the registration process.

Click here to learn more and register.

West Virginia CARES Act Small Business Grant Program

This program grants up to $5,000 to West Virginia small businesses that have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Click here to learn more about eligibility and the application process.

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