Press Releases

CABELL COUNTY, W.Va. – Today, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, made stops in Lesage and Huntington, W.Va. focused on economic development.First, Senator Capito traveled to Lesage, W.Va. where she participated in a ribbon cutting ceremony for Alcon’s newest facility. During the event, Senator Capito delivered remarks and visited with attendees. Alcon’s expansion brings state-of-the-art technology and enhanced infrastructure,... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) joined a bicameral group of Republicans in filing an amicus brief with the Supreme Court of the United States in the cases Little v. Hecox and State of West Virginia v. B.P.J. The brief—which was filed by Senator Jim Risch (R-Idaho) and Representative Riley Moore (R-W.Va.)—supports the States of West Virginia and Idaho in defending their laws preserving Title IX protections and prohibiting biological men from participating in women’s... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Maggie Hassan (D-N.H.), Dick Durbin (D-Ill.), and Markwayne Mullin (R-Okla.) are recognizing today, Friday, September 19, as National Concussion Awareness Day. “Concussions adversely affect far too many individuals in West Virginia and across our country,” Senator Capito said. “Enhancing concussion prevention and increasing awareness, in addition to proper diagnosis and management, are essential for athletes, coaches, parents, and... 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, applauded the U.S. Senate’s confirmation of three nominees who were favorably reported by bipartisan votes in the EPW Committee earlier this year. The nominees include Jessica Kramer to be Assistant Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Office of Water, Sean McMaster to be Administrator of the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), and... 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 ahearing to conduct oversight of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) with Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works, Adam Telle, and the 56th Chief of Engineers and Commanding General, Lieutenant General William H. Graham, Jr. During the hearing, Chairman Capito questioned... 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 to conduct oversight of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) with Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works, Adam Telle, and the 56th Chief of Engineers and Commanding General, Lieutenant General William H. Graham, Jr. In her opening statement, Chairman... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Chairman of the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee, led all Republican members of the EPW Committee in a letter to Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin in support of EPA’s repeal of unachievable and illegal power plant regulations, and urged the finalization of the proposed rule. In the letter, the senators detail how the Clean Power Plan 2.0 would risk American energy reliability through... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Through historic tax relief and incentives and targeted reforms, the One Big Beautiful Bill helps West Virginia’s small businesses grow and thrive. “For too long, West Virginia’s small businesses have been burdened by onerous regulations and high taxes, which has stifled growth and innovation. The One Big Beautiful Bill brings historic tax relief, makes targeted reforms to the tax code, and empowers Main Streets across West Virginia and our country. By keeping more of their... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) announced she will host four Academy Days this September for West Virginia students interested in learning more about opportunities at the U.S. service academies and available Reserve Officer’s Training Corps (ROTC) scholarships. “I encourage all West Virginia students, parents, and educators interested in learning more about this incredible opportunity to attend one of my Academy Days throughout September. Doing so will... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-Ga.) recently reintroduced the Preventing Maternal Deaths Reauthorization Act of 2025. This bipartisan legislation would continue federal support for states to collect and analyze data on maternal deaths to identify solutions to prevent future, unnecessary deaths; address disparities in maternal health outcomes; and share best practices relating to the prevention of maternal mortality to... 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 to examine a discussion draft of the Wildfire Emissions Prevention Act (WEPA); and S. 881, the Renewable Fuel for Ocean-Going Vessels Act. In her opening statement, Chairman Capito detailed how WEPA would ease barriers for states to manage their forests, reduce... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The One Big Beautiful Bill invests in law enforcement and the brave men and women who keep our communities safe. “The brave men and women who put themselves in harm’s way in West Virginia and across the country deserve to have the resources they need to keep themselves and our communities safe. I am proud that the One Big Beautiful Bill invests in additional training and hiring efforts, equipment, resources to improve our prisons, and the U.S. Secret Service,” Senator Capito... 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 to conduct oversight of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) with the current Chairman and Commissioners of the NRC. During the hearing, Chairman Capito questioned the NRC Commissioners on steps that could be taken to make their revised mission statement actionable, and how... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The One Big Beautiful Bill prioritizes student success, expands school choice, and empowers families, delivering on Republicans’ promise to ensure every student, regardless of zip code or background, has access to the best possible education. “I began my career in education, so I have seen firsthand how access to high-quality education from pre-school through college can impact the trajectory of a student’s life and transform communities. I was proud to vote for the One Big... 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 to conduct oversight of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) with the current Chairman and Commissioners of the NRC. In her opening statement, Chairman Capito emphasized the importance of implementing the ADVANCE Act, and how President Trump’s executive orders... 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 business meeting to consider the nomination of Katherine Scarlett to be a Member of the Council on Environmental Quality, and 10 Committee Resolutions to approve prospectuses from the General Services Administration. Scarlett’s nomination was favorably reported by the EPW... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Gary Peters (D-Mich.) have reintroduced bipartisan legislation to temporarily extend the duration of protections provided under the Support Anti-Terrorism by Fostering Effective Technologies Act (SAFETY Act) of 2002. The Extending Anti-Terrorism Protections Act of 2025 would allow the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to reduce the backlog of renewal certifications of qualified anti-terrorism technologies (QATTs). These... Read More

HINTON, W.Va. – Today, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) traveled to Hinton, W.Va. to participate in a ribbon cutting for Batteau Beach at Hinton Landing, a redeveloped recreation area that includes a trailhead, river access and a kayak launch, a playground, shelter, and picnic tables. Senator Capito secured a Congressionally Directed Spending (CDS) award for the project. “With today’s ribbon cutting, Batteau Beach is now officially reborn. This new attraction is a critical aspect in... Read More

WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS, W.Va. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) this week attended the West Virginia Chamber of Commerce’s 89th Annual Meeting and Business Summit where she participated in a number of events with business and community leaders. Additionally, at the invitation of Senator Capito, National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) Administrator Arielle Roth also joined the Business Summit where she participated in a roundtable discussion focused on... Read More

WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS, W.Va. – Today, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) hosted a roundtable discussion on broadband and the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program with Arielle Roth, Administrator of the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA). Senator Capito and Administrator Roth were also joined by federal and state partners, internet service providers, and leaders from across West Virginia. During the roundtable, key stakeholders had the... Read More