CELEBRATING ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF BIPARTISAN INFRASTRUCTURE LAW

West Virginia has been awarded more than $1.9 Billion since Senator Joe Manchin's Bipartisan Infrastructure Law was signed into law in 2021.

"Over the next decade, West Virginia will continue to see billions of dollars invested in our great state to help spur economic growth and support the needs of our communities. This is a once in a generation investment into our infrastructure needs across the country, and I’m proud to see these funds put to work across the Mountain State.”

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An important part of my job as your United States Senator is being a voice for Veterans every day – not only on Veterans Day. As one of the states with the highest Veterans per capita, West Virginians know what it takes to protect our great country.

Information on a variety of veteran services is available on my website

FREE ACCESS TO PUBLIC LANDS - Veterans, service members and Gold Star Families now have access to free lifetime passes for more than 2,000 federal recreation areas across the nation, including national parks, wildlife refuges and forests. Military-Lifetime Passes can be obtained for free in person at these locations or online through the USGS Store with a processing fee.

Watch Cutting Through the Red Tape: WV Department of Veterans Assistance to learn about just some of the common types of claims that Veteran Service Officers assist with every day.  

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Mr. Mullett of Huntington contacted my office requesting assistance with his pending herbicidal exposure claim, also known as Blue Water Navy claim. After an inquiry and subsequent follow ups from my office, Mr. Mullett was granted 100% service connection and received a retroactive payment. 

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.

HEALTH INSURANCE MARKETPLACE OPEN ENROLLMENT

New guidelines will lower the cost of of healthcare for most West Virginians, including those who received unemployment, qualified for a stimulus check or rely on COBRA. Get more information about Affordable Care Act health insurance options at https://www.healthcare.gov. Download this checklist to make sure you have everything you’ll need to apply.

WV Navigator offers free enrollment assistance for anyone navigating plan features, benefits and costs. Call 1-844-WV-CARES or get in-person assistance at locations in the Clarksburg, Fairmont, Elkins and Beckley areas. Full calendar of upcoming events

Medicare Open Enrollment Period is now until December 7th. Thanks to the Inflation Reduction Act, seniors will have lower premiums, free access to critical vaccines and a $35 monthly cap on insulin. Find and compare 2023 health and drug plans now, make changes or enroll today by visiting https://www.medicare.gov.

LEARN HOW THE INFLATION REDUCTION ACT WILL IMPACT MEDICARE

Looking for a job? Find job opportunities in your area:
WorkForce WV local job announcement flyers
WorkForce WV job search portal
National Labor Exchange job postings
West Virginia Department of Transportation open job postings
DHHR’s full list of open positions throughout the state​
Path to Pro Network: skilled labor jobs at companies across the U.S.

SOCIAL SECURITY ONLINE SERVICES - A new online service is available for West Virginians. Residents can use their my Social Security account to request a replacement Social Security card, check the status of an application, estimate future benefits or manage the benefits they already receive. Visit www.socialsecurity.gov/myaccount to learn more and create a free and secure my Social Security account.

AT-HOME COVID-19 TESTS - While you can no longer get free COVID-19 test kits from the federal government, if you have health insurance, including Medicare, you’re covered for 8 free at-home COVID-19 tests each month. Purchase over-the-counter from an in-network pharmacy or store or submit a claim after purchase. Get additional COVID resources, see a list of participating pharmacies in your area or find resources for uninsured individuals. 

FEMA RESPONSE IN WV - Federal Emergency Management Agency financial assistance has reached $100 million for West Virginia in its ongoing fight against COVID-19. Learn more about FEMA’s response including funeral assistance, vaccine support and how to avoid the latest scams at https://www.fema.gov/disaster/coronavirus. 

WEATHER EMERGENCIES - The Federal Trade Commission has gathered useful information about assistance with emergencies including tips related to preparation, insurance, finances, scams and rehabilitation. Learn more at ftc.gov/weatheremergencies.

DISASTER ASSISTANCE - U.S. Small Business Administration low-interest loans are available to businesses and homeowners recovering from May 6th flooding in Cabell County and surrounding areas. Check the list of Current Declared Disasters for details. Application deadlines are Nov 14th and June 15th.

FOSSI SCHOLARSHIP - For graduating high school seniors. Direct questions to FOSSI@americanchemistry.com. See application requirements for more details. Application deadline is January 31.

MANCHIN, CAPITO ANNOUNCE $33.7 MILLION FOR COVID-19 RELIEF REIMBURSEMENT
for the West Virginia Bureau for Public Health, Thomas Health System, and the Cabell-Huntington Health Department

MANCHIN, CAPITO ANNOUNCE $5 MILLION FROM BIPARTISAN INFRASTRUCTURE LAW FOR BROADBAND EXPANSION ACROSS WEST VIRGINIA
will be used for technical planning and public outreach to promote the full participation of all West Virginians in today’s digital economy

MANCHIN, CAPITO ANNOUNCE $99K FOR APPALACHIAN EXTREME WEATHER RESEARCH AT WEST VIRGINIA UNIVERSITY
will boost resilience efforts and ensure our communities are prepared for any extreme weather event that impacts our state

MANCHIN, BROWN, CASEY, WARNER, KAINE PUSH MSHA FOR NEW SILICA STANDARD FOR MINERS
"We have an obligation as a country to protect their health and welfare."

MANCHIN STATEMENT ON VETERANS DAY
As one of the states with the highest Veterans per capita, West Virginians know what it takes to protect our great country.

GASSAWAY KROGER TO REMAIN OPEN AFTER MANCHIN EFFORTS
The company had previously announced the store would close in January 2023.

MANCHIN, CAPITO ANNOUNCE $478K TO PROMOTE INTERNET SAFETY FOR WEST VIRGINIA CHILDREN
to help combat child sexual exploitation and prosecute sexual predators who operate on the Internet

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Students from 22 counties have been nominated to the U.S. Service Academies, which include the U.S. Air Force Academy, the U.S. Naval Academy, the U.S. Military Academy and the Merchant Marine Academy. Final admission is determined by the respective academy.

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"I am honored to recommend these 41 young men and women who feel a calling to serve our country, and I am confident our service academies will develop them into our next generation of military leaders."

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