THE INFLATION REDUCTION ACT BETRAYAL

"America is fast approaching another needless emergency—the raising of the national debt ceiling. This impending crisis isn’t an accident but a result of the inaction of various actors who refuse to confront fiscal reality, sit down, negotiate and make hard decisions for the sake of our nation’s future. While all parties have a responsibility to negotiate in good faith, recent actions make clear to me that the Biden administration is determined to pursue an ideological agenda rather than confront the clear and present danger that debts and deficits pose to our nation."

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Manchin Mobile Monday is hitting the road to assist West Virginians with state & federal issues in all 55 counties. If you need assistance with the VA, SSA, or any other agency, I encourage you to stop by, bring any relevant paperwork & speak with a member of my staff.

April 10: 11:30am – 1:30pm Lewisburg City Hall, Council Chambers 942 W Washington Street Lewisburg, WV 24901

April 10: 11am – 1pm Shepherdstown Public Library 145 Higbee Lane Shepherdstown, WV 25443

I was proud to meet students from West Virginia Schools For The Deaf and the Blind and welcome them to Washington. The Schools give a comprehensive education to West Virginia students who are hearing or visually impaired. Thank you to the teachers, administrators and staff for all that you do!

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Barbara of Pax contacted my office asking for assistance with her application for survivor and burial benefits with the VA. As a result of an inquiry from my office to the Veterans' Administration, her benefits were approved.

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.

With the help of my staff, I was honored to lend my support for several events in the state: Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans program in Parkersburg; Small Business Breakfast Club at Bankers Corner Coffee Shop in Sistersville; FEMA reimbursement to Cabell-Huntington Health Department at Marshall University; grand opening of Qdoba in Huntington.

THE WV DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN RESOURCES is seeking applicants for its 2023 internship program beginning on May 15. Interested college students should submit a completed application form and email DHHRJobs@wv.gov for more information.

WEST VIRGINIA’S NEW RIVER GORGE isn’t just America’s newest National Park, it also offers free camping at all 8 of its campgrounds, a rarity in the National Park system. Learn more about how you can experience New River Gorge and camp for free.

HEALTH CARE FOR VETERANS - Medical Foster Homes are private residences where the caregiver and relief caregivers provide care and supervision 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. A Medical Foster Home can serve as an alternative to a nursing home. Click here to learn more about the program. If you are interested in becoming a MFH caregiver, please reach out to your local VA hospital.

GET 4 FREE COVID-⁠19 TESTS - Every U.S. household is now eligible to order 4 free at-home COVID-⁠19 tests from the government. Visit Frequently Asked Questions for more information. Order tests through USPS by filling out this online form.

UNINSURED INDIVIDUALS - Patients who do not have health insurance can receive free masks, testing, vaccines, boosters and free or low-cost treatment. Learn More

FEMA RESPONSE - There are different assistance programs for individual citizens versus public groups like government agencies and private nonprofit organizations. Find assistance and get tools to recover at https://www.fema.gov/assistance.

FREE LIFETIME PASSES TO PUBLIC LANDS - For Veterans, service members and Gold Star Families. Passes can be obtained for free in person at these locations or online through the USGS Store with a processing fee.

Find job opportunities in your area:

WV Women Work - Tuition-free skilled trades training for Women. Enrolling now.

WorkForce WV local job announcement flyers
WorkForce WV job search portal
National Labor Exchange job postings
Department of Transportation open job postings
DHHR open positions throughout the state
Path to Pro Network: skilled labor jobs at companies across the U.S.
Department of Education job opportunities
Schools of Diversion and Transition career opportunities
WV K-12 Education Job-Bank