Capito Statement on Passage of Senate Budget Resolution

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) released the below statement following the passage of the Senate’s budget resolution:

“The passage of the Senate’s budget resolution marks a critical step forward in delivering on the promises we’ve made to the American people. This budget paves the way to advance President Trump’s priorities—securing our borders, strengthening our military, cutting taxes for hardworking families, and unleashing American energy. I was proud to vote in favor of this resolution that puts us on a path to greater economic growth, national security, and opportunity for West Virginians and all Americans. I was also proud to vote against uniformed and unserious messaging amendments by Democrats, which continued to show they care more about political points than what is important to Americans,” Senator Capito said.

The Senate’s budget resolution:

• Makes important adjustments to allow President Trump’s tax cuts to be made permanent.

• Creates savings floor to maximize Republicans’ ability to cut wasteful spending while complying with Senate rules to allow the legislation to pass with a simple majority vote.

• Prevents Democrats from using the debt limit to extract liberal priorities as a condition to raising before the 2026 midterm elections.

• Adds reconciliation instructions for Senate Committees and preserves the House Committees’ instructions