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WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), a leader on the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced significant broadband investment funding for projects in Hampshire, Hardy, and Nicholas counties. These grants, which were secured through U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Rural Development ReConnect program, will support two high-speed broadband infrastructure projects that will create or improve rural broadband for thousands of people. “Through my role on the... 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, held a hearing on the Nomination of Lee Zeldin to be the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). In her opening remarks, Chairman Capito recognized Zeldin’s military and congressional service, and how his experience and vision will move the EPA forward. Chairman... Read More

**Click here or the image above to watch Senator Capito’s questions.** ***Click here to download Senator Capito’s questions.*** WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), a member of the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation (Commerce) Committee, today questioned former U.S. Rep. Sean Duffy, President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee to lead the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), during his confirmation hearing in front of the full Commerce Committee. During her... Read More

Click here or on the image above to watch Senator Capito’s floor speech. WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) delivered remarks on the Senate floor highlighting the importance of honoring the legacy of Laken Riley by securing our Southern Border and bringing criminal illegal immigrants to justice. Senator Capito’s floor remarks, as prepared for delivery, are included below: “Mr/Madam President, “This week, the Senate is proud to take another step toward securing... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.), and John Curtis (R-Utah), all members of the Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, introduced the Rural Broadband Protection Act (S. 98), which would require a more thorough vetting and verification process for internet service providers seeking to participate in the Federal Communications Commission's (FCC) Universal Service Fund high-cost program. The bill would provide essential... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) released the following statement welcoming U.S. Senator Jim Justice (R-W.Va.) on the occasion of his swearing-in: “Senator Justice was an outstanding two-term Governor of West Virginia and I am thrilled to welcome him to his next chapter of public service here in the Senate. We had a great relationship while he was governor and accomplished a lot, especially in areas of economic development, and I am looking to continue that... Read More

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) today announced her committee assignments for the 119th Congress. Senator Capito will continue serving on four U.S. Senate committees: the Committee on Appropriations; the Committee on Environment and Public Works, where she will now serve as Chairman; the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation; and the Committee on Rules and Administration. “I am excited to continue serving on these four committees, which will position... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), a member of the Senate Homeland Security Appropriations Subcommittee, voted to begin debate on the Laken Riley Act. This bill, which Senator Capito cosponsored, was introduced by Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.), alongside Senator Ted Budd (R-N.C.), Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.), Senator John Fetterman (D-Pa.), and the entire Senate Republican Conference. The Laken Riley Act would require U.S. Immigration and Customs... Read More

Click here or on the image above to watch Senator Capito’s floor speech. WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) delivered remarks on the Senate floor highlighting the importance of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) and the need to eliminate wasteful spending in the federal government. Senator Capito’s floor remarks, as prepared for delivery, are included below: “Mr./Madame President, “I rise today to speak about an issue weighing heavily on the... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Chairman of the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee, and member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced four grants totaling $32,310,286 through the U.S. Department of Transportation’s (DOT) Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) grant program. The funding will be used to support transportation projects across West Virginia. “Modernizing West Virginia’s... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) today issued the following statement after the Senate adopted a resolution formally naming her Chairman of the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works (EPW) for the 119th Congress. “It is an honor to serve as Chairman of the EPW Committee, and I am deeply humbled by the trust my colleagues have placed in me to lead the Committee. EPW was among my first committee assignments when I was sworn into the U.S. Senate in 2015, and... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) joined Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala.) and 28 of their Republican colleagues in reintroducing the Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act, or S. 9, to preserve Title IX protections for female athletes. For the past four years, the Biden administration has taken a sledgehammer to Title IX through rulemaking at the Department of Education (ED). This legislation would reverse the harmful ED rule that forces schools to allow males... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) today released the below statement following Congress’ certification of electoral votes for President Donald J. Trump: “I was proud to play a role in the certification of the election of our next President, Donald J. Trump. The American people spoke loud and clear on Election Day, sending a strong message that they want a president who will work for them and make their lives better. President Trump has policies, ideas, and a proven... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Ranking Member of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies (Labor-HHS), announced a Congressionally Directed Spending (CDS) award from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) for Kanawha Hospice Care in Charleston, W.Va. This award, which was secured through a CDS request made solely by Ranking Member Capito in Fiscal Year 2024 (FY24), will be... Read More

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Today, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) released the below statement following Governor Jim Justice’s (R-W.Va.) decision to delay his swearing in to the United States Senate and complete his term as governor: “I very much respect Governor Justice’s decision to honor his commitment to complete his term as Governor of the State of West Virginia. I am looking forward to serving with Senator Justice as there is much to do to advance President Trump’s agenda on behalf... Read More

**Click here or the image above to watch the video.** **Click here to download the video.** CHARLESTON, W.Va. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) today issued a video message wishing West Virginians a Merry Christmas. Full video transcript included below: “Merry Christmas, West Virginia. This is the season of peace, joy, and hope—a time to celebrate the blessings of the great state we get to call home. As you gather with family and loved ones, I encourage you to reflect with gratitude... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), a leader on the Senate Appropriations Committee, released the below statement after voting for a short-term government funding bill. “While I am glad we took the responsible step to avoid a shutdown—which would have had a detrimental impact to essential services that Americans rely on—we should not have been in this predicament in the first place. Despite having done our work on the Appropriations Committee months ago, Leader... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) voted to pass the bipartisan Social Security Fairness Act. The legislation ensures that firefighters, law enforcement officers, and other public servants – including nearly 7,000 West Virginians – receive their full Social Security benefits. “By passing this legislation and repealing - two Social Security provisions that have impacted thousands of West Virginians, our police officers, firefighters, and other local and state... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) celebrated the Senate’s passage of their bipartisan Simplifying Outdoor Access for Recreation (SOAR) Act, legislation to improve the permitting process for outfitters, educational organizations, and community groups to access public land. The legislation was included in the Expanding Public Lands Outdoor Recreation Experiences (EXPLORE) Act, recreation legislation that already passed in the House and... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Mark Warner (D-Va.) introduced 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. “I... Read More