Press Releases

To watch Chairman Capito’s questions, click here or the image above. WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Chairman of the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee, led ahearing on the nominations of David Fotouhi to be Deputy Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Aaron Szabo to be Assistant Administrator for the Office of Air and Radiation of the EPA. During the hearing, Chairman Capito asked the nominees about the importance... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), a member of the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, released the below statement following Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick’s statement that the department will be pausing and reviewing the BEAD program. The purpose of the pause is to make it more efficient and easier to deploy broadband. “I appreciate Secretary Lutnick wanting to improve the BEAD program after learning the Biden administration added many... Read More

To watch Chairman Capito’s opening statement, click here or the image above. WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Chairman of the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee, led ahearing on the nominations of David Fotouhi to be Deputy Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Aaron Szabo to be Assistant Administrator for the Office of Air and Radiation of the EPA. In her opening remarks, Chairman Capito recognized the deep... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Tonight, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), a member of Senate Republican Leadership, released the below statement following President Donald J. Trump’s address to a joint session of Congress: “President Trump’s address was a refreshing change from the previous four years. As expected, he delivered a strong and optimistic vision for our country—one that prioritizes securing our border, unleashing American energy, strengthening our military, and providing much needed... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) joined a group of her Republican colleagues in sending a letter—led by U.S. Senator Jim Justice (R-W.Va.)—to NCAA President Charlie Baker, urging the organization to clarify its stance on the privacy and safety of female athletes in women’s changing rooms. “In response to President Trump's order, the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) updated its student-athlete participation policy to bar biological male students... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) joined a group of her Republican colleagues in sending a letter—led by U.S. Senator Jim Justice (R-W.Va.)—to NCAA President Charlie Baker, urging the organization to clarify its stance on the privacy and safety of female athletes in women’s changing rooms. “In response to President Trump's order, the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) updated its student-athlete participation policy to bar biological male students... Read More

To watch Chairman Capito’s floor remarks, click here. WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Chairman of the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee, voted to overturn the Biden Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Waste Emissions Charge (WEC) regulation as part of the Methane Emissions Reduction Program (MERP) under the Democrats’ Inflation Reduction Act. This rule enabled the collection of the Democrats’ natural gas tax, which would hurt American... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.) introduced the Increasing Access to Quality Cardiac Rehabilitation Care Act of 2025. The bipartisan legislation would expand and expedite access to cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation services by authorizing physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and clinical nurse specialists to order cardiac rehabilitation. “Our bill can reduce barriers to accessing cardiac rehabilitation and pulmonary... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Jim Justice (R-W.Va.), as well as U.S. Reps. Carol Miller (W.Va.-01) and Riley Moore (W.Va.-02), applauded President Donald Trump’s approval for Individual Assistance in McDowell, Mercer, Mingo, and Wyoming counties. The Individual Assistance (IA) Program provides funds to individuals experiencing significant damage to homes or property. “We are grateful for the efforts and service of Governor Morrisey, our local leaders,... Read More

To watch Chairman Capito’s questions, click here. WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Chairman of the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee, led a hearing examining the implementation of surface transportation policies and funding included in the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). During the hearing, Chairman Capito questioned surface transportation stakeholders about their perspective on IIJA implementation. HIGHLIGHTS: SUCCESSES AND... Read More

To watch Chairman Capito’s opening statement, click here. WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Chairman of the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee, led a hearing examining the implementation of surface transportation policies and funding included in the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA).   In her opening remarks, Chairman Capito spoke about the importance of examining both successes and shortcomings of the surface transportation... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) issued the following statement after voting to confirm Jamieson Greer to serve as United States Trade Representative (USTR): “West Virginia workers and businesses count on the USTR to advocate for them and secure the best deal possible around the world. Our West Virginia economy, especially in the manufacturing sector, needs someone ready to help us compete at every level in every market. I believe that Jamieson Greer is that... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Last week, U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Mark Warner (D-Va.) reintroduced the Rural Historic Tax Credit Improvement Act. This bill aims to streamline processes, reduce cost-burdens to rural home owners and small developers, and provide affordable housing incentives. “Being a rural state shouldn’t mean losing out on private investment incentives like tax credits to help us preserve our communities’ history and revitalize local economies,” Senator Capito said.... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – In an op-ed published in the Charleston Gazette-Mail and the Wheeling Intelligencer, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Chairman of the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee, wrote about her priorities as Chairman of the EPW Committee for the 119th Congress, and how they relate to initiatives important to West Virginians. “Now, as Chairman of the EPW Committee, I will continue to make certain West Virginia always has a seat at the table. That has been a... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) released the below statement following the passage of the Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 Senate budget resolution: “The American people made a clear statement in November by electing President Trump to the White House and Republican majorities in both the Senate and the House. They want to see real action. By passing this budget resolution, the Senate is doing just that. It’s an essential step forward toward securing the border, bolstering... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) issued the following statement after voting to confirm Kash Patel to serve as Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI): “From being a public defender in the state of Florida, to a federal prosecutor in the Department of Justice, to Senior Director for Counterterrorism at the United States National Security Council, to Chief of Staff to the Secretary in the Department of Defense, Kash Patel’s extensive background in law... Read More

To watch Chairman Capito’s questions, click here or the image above. WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Chairman of the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee, led a hearing on improving federal environmental review and permitting processes. During the hearing, Chairman Capito questioned a panel of leaders from different industries and organizations about challenges they’ve faced while trying to implement projects important to American economic... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) issued the following statement after voting to confirm former U.S. Senator Kelly Loeffler (R-Ga.) to lead the Small Business Administration (SBA). Loeffler was confirmed by a vote of 52 to 46. “As a proven job creator, a successful entrepreneur, and champion for the small business community, Kelly Loeffler is well suited to lead the Small Business Administration. After serving with Kelly here in the Senate and getting to know her... Read More

To watch Chairman Capito’s opening statement, click here or the image above. WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Chairman of the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee, led a hearing on improving the federal environmental review and permitting processes. In her opening remarks, Chairman Capito spoke about the need to modernize our federal environmental review and permitting processes while maintaining critical environmental standards, as well as... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), a member of the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, issued the following statement after voting to confirm Howard Lutnick to serve as the next Secretary of Commerce: “Improving broadband connectivity, ensuring fair trade for businesses, and making sure the Department of Commerce supports West Virginia’s effort to expand economic opportunities are all issues important to West Virginia, and areas I believe... Read More