I had a great time discussing our proud West Virginia identity at Shepherd University with Senator Shelley Moore Capito and Hoppy Kercheval. Thank you to the Stubblefield Institute for Civil Political Communications for hosting this important discussion. This event was proof of the need for civility in politics.

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On September 12, Form Energy hosted a special event to commemorate the completion of construction and the start of trial production at Form Factory 1, the company’s first high-volume manufacturing facility located in Weirton, West Virginia. The event was organized to express gratitude to the many West Virginians whose efforts and support have enabled this significant achievement. Form Energy broke ground on Form Factory 1 — its first factory in West Virginia and the company’s first high-volume battery manufacturing plant — in May 2023.

“The good-paying jobs and new economic opportunities this will bring are exactly what I had in mind as I negotiated the Inflation Reduction Act”

Form Energy’s investment in West Virginia is a result of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), an energy security bill designed to incentivize domestic manufacturing and drive energy innovation. The IRA will help ensure that Weirton and West Virginia remain on the cutting-edge of the energy technologies of the future for years to come.

Learn more about the impact of the IRA and Form Energy's investment in West Virginia

It was truly an honor to help Ray Brown, 101, of Parkersburg, receive the Bronze Star he earned while defending our freedoms during World War II. I called Ray to deliver his medal on behalf of a grateful nation. Please join me in thanking Ray for his service! 

With the help of my staff, I was honored to lend my support during the ribbon cutting for the newly renovated Marshall County Courthouse.

Diane, from Kanawha County, contacted my office for assistance with receiving the retirement benefits for her late husband. Three months after being assured that payments would start, she still had not received the benefits. As a result of an inquiry from my office to the Office of Personnel Management, the benefits were put into pay. 

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.

STUDENT LOANS -  Many individuals with jobs in health, teaching and public service professions as well as military service members may be eligible to participate in student loan forgiveness and repayment programs. These Congressionally authorized programs aim to attract borrowers to public service and highly needed professions. A list of programs is available here.

UNINSURED/UNDERINSURED INDIVIDUALS - Many clinics throughout the state offer free or low-cost health care options for West Virginians. 

Use these search tools to find care in your area:
National Association of Free & Charitable Clinics - Search for a clinic near you
HRSA Health Center Program - Find a health center near you

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
Governmentjobs.com - Search for and apply to government jobs 
State of West Virginia job opportunities
WorkForce WV employment database
National Labor Exchange job postings
Department of Transportation open job postings
Department of Education job opportunities

WV Women Work - skilled trades training for women
Public Service Training and certification
Career training programs

All Congressional Representatives are authorized by law to nominate a limited number of candidates per year for appointment to U.S. Service Academies.

To qualify for a nomination from Senator Manchin, all required information must be submitted by October 1st, 2024.

 Learn more about Academy Nominations

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