eNewsletter August 15 - The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law continues to deliver for West Virginia!

$322.78 MILLION

The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law continues to deliver for West Virginia! Since I voted for this legislation in 2021, West Virginia has committed more than $322 MILLION for highway and bridge projects. It has supported 487 new projects in FY 2023, in addition to 438 projects in FY 2022.

West Virginia State University

It was great to be at West Virginia State University for a town hall with students, local officials and community leaders on broadband deployment and enhancement in West Virginia.

I was honored to share the good news of last month’s announcement of a $1.2 BILLION federal investment in West Virginia broadband projects. I was also pleased to learn more about WVSU's plans for a new School of Agriculture, which will bolster workforce development and expand educational opportunities for our students. Thank you, President Ericke Cage, for your leadership and for hosting me!

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Manchin Mobile Monday

Manchin Mobile Monday is hitting the road to assist West Virginians with state and 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.

August 21: 11am - 1pm Taylor County Senior Center, 52 Trap Springs Road, Grafton, WV 26354

State Fair

The State Fair of West Virginia is underway in Greenbrier County through August 19! Visit Fairlea for food, crafts, music and fun for the whole family. See the full State Fair schedule at https://statefairofwv.com/.

Mr. Ireton of Charles Town contacted my office for assistance with obtaining survivor benefits on behalf of his late wife. As a result of an inquiry from my office, Mr. Ireton was provided with the requisite applications to file for survivor benefits which he promptly submitted to OPM.

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.

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With the help of my staff, I’m honored to have lent my support for several events in the state: open house for Cisco's Barbershop in Kenova; New Martinsville Blueprint Communities team downtown tour.

BUSINESS FINANCING - Need new equipment? The WVEDA Equipment Financing Program allows eligible in-state businesses in specific sectors up to $2 million in loans for development and expansion. Contact the WV Economic Development Authority at (304) 352-6213 for more information.

U.S. CAPITOL CHRISTMAS TREE - Monongahela National Forest will provide this year's Christmas Tree for the U.S. Capitol lawn. West Virginia residents are encouraged to decorate it with handmade ornaments showing the rest of the country what makes our state so special. Ornaments can be mailed to U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree, 200 Sycamore Street, Elkins WV 26241 or dropped off at any Monongahela National Forest office. Must be received by Sept. 1st.

.gov WEBSITES - Only the U.S. government and public sector organizations can obtain a .gov website and email address. Before sharing sensitive information, make sure you’re on an official government site. Contact Consumer Action’s hotline at (415) 777-9648 or online if you have a question about a suspicious site.

WEST VIRGINIA OUTDOOR ADVENTURES - Our country's 63rd national park, the New River Gorge, does not require an entrance pass and offers free camping! View a list of all state parks and other federal recreation sites in West Virginia. Learn more about interagency passes (free for Veterans and their families) to more than 2,000 federally protected recreation areas across the United States.

HEALTH INSURANCE OPTIONS - Those who no longer qualify for Medicaid and CHIP can turn to the Marketplace for insurance coverage. 4 in 5 customers are able to find health coverage for $10 or less a month. Visit Healthcare.gov or call 1-800-318-2596 for more information and to enroll.

UNINSURED/UNDERINSURED INDIVIDUALS - Many clinics throughout the state offer free or low-cost health care options for West Virginians. Use this search tool to find a clinic in your area.

HEALTH CARE FOR VETERANS - Medical Foster Homes are private residences that can serve as an alternative to a nursing home. Learn more about the program which provides highly individualized assistance in a non-institutional setting.

NASA WV NEBP - The West Virginia Space Grant Consortium invites students to send their names into the atmosphere during the next eclipse! Learn more about the NASA sponsored organization and get details about upcoming programs.

American Consolidated Natural Resources will hold career fairs throughout July and August for opportunities in northern West Virginia. Click here for more information and view available positions in the surrounding areas.

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

Search for WV apprenticeship programs by county

WV Women Work - skilled trades training for women
WorkForce WV employment database
National Labor Exchange job postings
Department of Transportation open job postings
DHHR open positions throughout the state
Department of Education job opportunities
WV K-12 Education Job-Bank