STATEMENT ON ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF THE INFLATION REDUCTION ACT

“While some across both parties and the Administration have chosen to play political games with this important legislation, the IRA included $238 billion in debt reduction, lowered the cost of prescription drug prices for millions of seniors - including more than 400,000 West Virginians on Medicare, capped insulin at $35 for seniors, and secured permanent funding for the Black Lung Disability Trust Fund."

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2023 State Fair

The State Fair of West Virginia is one of my favorite traditions where we showcase the very best of the Mountain State. It was great to see everyone come together to celebrate West Virginia’s agricultural, culinary and creative talents. Every year, I truly enjoy connecting with West Virginians and trying food from all the local vendors, and this year was no different!

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Manchin Mobile Monday will return on September 11th!

Herbert Hoover High School

It was a true honor to be a part of the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Herbert Hoover High School. West Virginians came together to make this new beautiful and state-of-the-art school possible. Special thanks to my friend Brad Paisley for performing at the grand reopening of Herbert Hoover High School. His dedication to the state makes me proud to be a West Virginian.

Ms. Trimble of Oak Hill contacted my office for assistance with the loss of her Medicaid coverage at the end of the public health emergency. As a result of an inquiry from my office, she was approved and enrolled in specified low income medicare beneficiary program.

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: Ergon - WV Southern Catfish Fry in Newell; Marshall County Health Department Groundbreaking in Moundsville; constituent outreach table at the WV State Fair in Lewisburg;

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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.

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