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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 to consider the nomination of Kevin Lilly to be Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife of the U.S. Department of the Interior. In her opening remarks, Chairman Capito highlighted Mr. Lilly’s leadership experience across the private sector, military, state government and Interior Department. She also emphasized the importance of balancing... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Jim Justice (R-W.Va.) introduced a resolution recognizing the 10th anniversary of the historic 2016 West Virginia flood and honoring the 23 lives lost, survivors, first responders, and communities that came together in its aftermath. As we mark ten years since the devastating 2016 flood, we remember the 23 West Virginians we lost, and the devastation that occurred across our state. My heart still aches for the incredible losses... Read More

To watch Senator Capito’s questions, click here or the image above. WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), a leader on the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, participated in a hearing entitled, “Close Calls: Improving Safety Across the National Airspace System.” This hearing examined recent near-miss and runway incursion incidents and efforts to strengthen safety across the National Airspace System. HIGHLIGHTS: ON NEAR MISS INCIDENTS: Senator... Read More

Click here or on the image above to watch the video *Click here to download the video* WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) released a video message remembering the 23 lives lost due to the devastating flood across West Virginia in 2016, and the courageous actions of people around our state to support one another and rebuild. Full video transcript included below: “Well, it has now been ten years since the devastating 2016 flood in West Virginia. Not a day goes by... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Chairman of the Senate Republican Policy Committee (RPC), released the below statement following the U.S. Senate’s passage of the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act: “The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act is a commonsense step toward addressing the housing affordability crisis impacting communities across West Virginia and our nation. By increasing housing supply, updating financing options, and cutting red tape, this legislation will... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Recently, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) joined U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) and several Senate Republican colleagues in sending a letter to U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) Jamieson Greer and U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC) Secretary Howard Lutnick. In the letter, they urged the Administration to launch a Section 301 investigation into unfair foreign pharmaceutical pricing practices and use it to pursue stronger commitments from trading partners that... Read More

KERENS, W.Va. – Today, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Chairman of the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee, traveled to Kerens, W.Va. to attend the ribbon cutting ceremony for the newly completed 11-mile Corridor H project connecting Kerens to Parsons. Corridor H, once fully completed, will link Interstate 79 with the Washington, D.C. area and is the last remaining section of the Appalachian Development Highway System (ADHS) in West Virginia. Federal Highway... Read More

To watch Senator Capito’s remarks, click here or on the above image. WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), a leader on the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, delivered remarks at a full Commerce Committee markup on the Protect College Sports Act of 2026. This legislation, introduced by U.S. Senators Ted Cruz (R-Tex.) and Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.) and supported by Senator Capito, will create necessary guardrails for the rapidly evolving... Read More

Click here to watch the video*Click here to download the video* WASHINGTON, D.C. – Ahead of West Virginia Day, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) released a video message commemorating the state’s 163rd birthday, encouraging West Virginians to celebrate the state’s heritage and take pride in being a citizen of the Mountain State. Full video transcript included below: “Well, one-hundred and sixty-three years ago, West Virginia was formally admitted as the 35th state in the Union,... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – This week, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) cosponsored the Historic Tax Credit Growth and Opportunity Act of 2025, legislation that builds on tax provisions in the Working Families Tax Cuts Act to foster economic growth and local investment by expanding the Historic Tax Credit (HTC) and increasing project eligibility. “West Virginia has such wonderful history and architecture, and we’ve seen successful investments across our state through the revitalization of... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Recently, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) joined Senate Republican colleagues in introducing the Stopping Harmful and Outrageous Torts (SHOT) Act, which would strengthen the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act (PLCAA) to provide enhanced protections to the firearms industry from lawsuits brought by anti-gun groups. “I am proud to join my Senate Republican colleagues to introduce the SHOT Act, legislation that strengthens protections for lawful firearms... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), a leader on the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced a $1,980,000 grant for the West Virginia CASA Association, Inc. This funding was made available by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) Office of Justice Programs (OJP) for use through the Mentoring for Youth Affected by Opioid and Other Substance Use program. “For years, West Virginia has faced the devastating consequences of the drug epidemic, and we have seen it... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Recently, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Chairman of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies (Labor-HHS), applauded the unanimous Senate passage of the Women and Lung Cancer Research and Preventive Services Act. U.S. Senator Tina Smith (D-Minn.) joined Senator Capito in introducing the legislation. The bill directs the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to coordinate with the U.S.... 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, held a hearing examining the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s (FWS) proposed budget for fiscal year 2027. During the hearing, Chairman Capito asked Director Nesvik about the recent D.C. District Court decision vacating the biological opinion that governs consultations under the Endangered Species Act (ESA) for coal mining activities in states that have... 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, held a hearing examining the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s (FWS) proposed budget for fiscal year 2027. In her opening remarks, Chairman Capito discussed Director Nesvik’s leadership in expanding access to public lands and protecting wildlife. She also highlighted recent Congressional efforts, such as the America’s Conservation Enhancement Reauthorization... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Recently, U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) reintroduced the Alice Cogswell and Anne Sullivan Macy Act. This legislation would strengthen the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and expand access for blind, deaf, deafdisabled, and deafblind children to the educational support and services they need to succeed and thrive. “Accessing the appropriate services can help each student reach their fullest potential,” Senator... Read More

ELKINS, W.Va. – Today, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) traveled to Elkins, W.Va. to address participants of the Rhododendron Girls State at Davis and Elkins College. Started in 1941, Rhododendron Girls State is structured on the principles of Americanism, citizenship, and leadership. “Girls State is an event I look forward to participating in every year, and I’m so glad I had the chance to speak to this impressive group today. These women go above and beyond, exemplifying the... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), chairman of the Senate Republican Policy Committee (RPC), released the below statement following the passage of the Secure America Act, legislation that will fund U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) through the entirety of the Trump administration. The legislation includes $69.5 billion to fully fund border patrol, ICE, and DHS’s efforts to stop illegal immigration, detain... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Jim Justice (R-W.Va.) applauded President Trump’s announcement of significant investments into America’s ability to export and generate reliable power through coal, including a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) grant to establish a new coal-fired power plant in West Virginia. Both senators were unable to attend the event at the White House due to the U.S. Senate voting on legislation to fund U.S. Immigration and Customs... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), a leader on the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, participated in a hearing entitled, “Protecting College Sports: Supporting Student Athletes, Restoring Fair Competition, and Saving the Game Fans Love.” The purpose of the hearing was to examine the Protect College Sports Act of 2026, introduced by U.S. Senators Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.), and supported by Senator Capito. This... Read More