CREATING MORE AFFORDABLE AND SAFE OUTDOOR RECREATION OPPORTUNITIES

This new interagency effort follows the lead of Chairman Manchin’s bipartisan America’s Outdoor Recreation Act, and will improve the consistency of our Federal agencies’ outdoor recreation policies while also improving infrastructure and driving economic growth in rural communities.

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Tex Williams is a West Virginia coaching legend, a beloved member of the WV sports community and a dear friend. Last Saturday I attended his final WV Sports Legends Banquet in Charleston and presented him with a flag flown over the U.S. Capitol to thank him for his decades of service.

Tex is a perfect example of what makes West Virginia so very unique and special. Our people have this can-do spirit, a neighborly love that is unrelenting, and we are all grounded by the same core principle – to help others be the best they can be and to never forget where you came from.

MOUNTAIN VALLEY PIPELINE'S EXTENSION REQUEST

The Mountain Valley Pipeline is located in the Appalachian Basin, which would have been the third-largest natural gas producing nation in the world through the first half of 2021 according to the Energy Information Act. Once completed, the Mountain Valley Pipeline will be designed to transport 2 billion cubic feet of natural gas per day over a distance of 304 miles from West Virginia to southern Virginia. I've called on the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to approve the Mountain Valley Pipeline’s pending request for a four-year extension

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Throughout 2022, my team will be hosting "Cutting Through the Red Tape," a five-part live informational video series to answer your questions about state or federal agencies.

The third live video will feature representatives from WV state agencies, who will be answering West Virginians' questions about how they can receive assistance with various issues in a timely manner.

PREMIERES LIVE AUGUST 2ND AT 5:30 PM

After his wife passed from COVID in January, Jerry of Boone County sought help from my office while dealing with a FEMA claim. He had seen no progress after working with the agency for almost three months. With the help of my office, Jerry's claim was quickly processed and approved.

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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.

NATIONWIDE SUICIDE & CRISIS HOTLINE NOW AVAILABLE

Modeled after 911, the new three-digit 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is designed to be a memorable and quick number that connects people and their loved ones to a network of more than 200 local crisis call centers around the country

The lifeline is free, confidential and available 24 hours a day, seven days a week for any mental health, substance use or suicide crises. 

Call or text "988" or visit 988lifeline.org

For Veterans experiencing a mental health crisis, a specialized hotline will be available by pressing 1 after connecting or by texting “VET” to the same 988 number.

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West Virginia School Clothing Allowance

Applications accepted until July 31st

​​The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources is accepting School Clothing Allowance applications for eligible children enrolled in West Virginia schools. Each eligible child can receive a $200 benefit that may be used for school clothing.

Those interested in applying may contact their local DHHR office with questions or to request an interview to determine eligibility.

DIRECTORY LIST OF WV COUNTY DHHR OFFICES

West Virginia DHHR General Customer Services: 1-877-716-1212

MANCHIN, CAPITO ANNOUNCE $2.2 MILLION FOR THREE WEST VIRGINIA HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS

MANCHIN, CAPITO ANNOUNCE EPA FUNDING

MANCHIN, KING, BENNET, PORTMAN APPLAUD NEWLY PROPOSED FCC BROADBAND STANDARD

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MANCHIN, ENERGY AND NATURAL RESOURCES COMMITTEE CONSIDER INTERIOR NOMINEE AND PUBLIC LANDS LEGISLATION

MANCHIN, BIPARTISAN SENATE COLLEAGUES CALL ON SECRETARY GRANHOLM TO IMPLEMENT DIRECT AIR CAPTURE HUB PROGRAM AS CONGRESS INTENDED

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