Press Releases

To watch Senator Capito’s interview, click here or on the image above. WASHINGTON, D.C. – Yesterday, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), a member of Senate Republican leadership and a senior member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, joined Fox Business Network’s “Kudlow” with Larry Kudlow to discuss government funding and immigration reform. HIGHLIGHTS: ON THE POTENTIAL FOR A GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN: “There are conversations going, I think, between both the leadership and the great... 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, led a hearing on examining the federal environmental review and permitting processes. In her opening remarks, Chairman Capito discussed the importance of passing bipartisan reforms to federal environmental review and permitting processes during this Congress. She also highlighted the ways that permitting reform would address both Republican and Democrat... 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, led a hearing on examining the federal environmental review and permitting processes. During the hearing, Chairman Capito asked all witnesses to share about the economy-wide costs that federal permitting uncertainty places on businesses, consumers, workers and state governments. HIGHLIGHTS: IMPACTS OF PROJECT AND PERMIT CERTAINTY: Chairman Capito: “What... Read More

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) today delivered remarks at the Investiture Ceremony for Moore Capito. U.S. Senator Jim Justice (R-W.Va.), along with Senator Capito’s support, recommended Moore Capito to President Trump who announced the decision to nominate him in 2025 for a judgeship on the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of West Virginia.“Today was an incredibly meaningful moment,” Senator Capito said. “Moore is stepping into an office defined by... Read More

PARKERSBURG, W.Va. – Today, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) made stops in Jackson and Wood counties where she toured businesses and learned how some of the Congressionally Directed Spending (CDS) awards she helped secure are being put to use. First, Senator Capito visited Jackson General Hospital in Ripley, W.Va. where she toured the new expansion and met with executives to learn more about how they are investing in the wellbeing of West Virginians. “Jackson General Hospital is a... Read More

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. – Yesterday, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) traveled to North Central West Virginia where she visited facilities and met with various business owners and community leaders to hear directly from them about the issues that matter most. First, Senator Capito visited Lockheed Martin in Clarksburg, W.Va. where she joined the Acting Chief of Naval Reserve, Rear Admiral Richard Lofgren. During the visit, Senator Capito toured the facility and learned how it supports the... Read More

FAIRMONT, W.Va. – Today, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) joined the National Restaurant Association, the West Virginia Hospitality and Travel Association (WVHTA), and local restaurants from across the state for a roundtable discussion at Muriale’s Italian Kitchen in Fairmont, W.Va. The roundtable discussion focused on how the Working Families Tax Cuts legislation, also known as the One Big Beautiful Bill, will impact the restaurant industry. The Working Families Tax Cuts Act, which... Read More

EASTERN PANHANDLE, W.Va. – Today, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) traveled to the Eastern Panhandle where she made several stops and visited with community and business leaders.First, Senator Capito visited Jefferson County Parks and Recreation where she received a briefing and went on a tour of the Phase II of the AMP at Sam Michaels Park. Phase II of this project enables the AMP to become a full-service event venue by improving the ticketing, concessions, and restroom facilities... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), a leader on the Senate Appropriations Committee and a member of Senate Republican Leadership, issued the below statement after voting for a final package that includes three bipartisan, full-year appropriations bills— Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies; Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies; and Energy and Water Development.“I am glad the Senate came together tonight to pass three more appropriations bills. This... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Working Families Tax Cuts Act, also known as the One Big Beautiful Bill, supports an all-of the-above energy approach, invests in American-made energy, and lowers costs for consumers. “As Chairman of the Environment and Public Works Committee, I was proud to champion the Working Families Tax Cuts bill, which stopped billions of dollars in Biden-era Green New Deal spending and ended the vilification of fossil fuels like West Virginia coal and natural gas. Through historic... Read More

To watch Senator Capito’s remarks, click here or on the image above. WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, at the Senate Republican Leadership press conference, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), chairman of the Senate Republican Policy Committee (RPC), spoke in support of West Virginia’s Save Women’s Sports Act, which was argued before the Supreme Court of the United States today. Senator Capito’s remarks as delivered: “Today is an important day across the street at the United States Supreme... Read More

To watch Senator Capito’s interview, click here or on the image above. WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), a member of Senate Republican Leadership and lifelong sports fan and competitor, joined FOX News’ “America’s Newsroom” to discuss West Virginia’s Save Women’s Sports Act, which the Supreme Court of the United States is hearing oral arguments on today in West Virginia v B.P.J. Senator Capito, who joined an amicus brief[HT1] in support of the law, has been a... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) joined U.S. Senators John Barrasso (R-Wyo.), Peter Welch (D-Vt.), and Jacky Rosen (D-Nev.) in introducing the bipartisan Access to Genetic Counselor Service Act, legislation to expand Medicare coverage of genetic counseling services and improve access for seniors nationwide. Genetic counselors are licensed health care professionals who help patients understand inherited health risks and interpret genetic test results. This guidance... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Friday, January 9, Chairman Shelley Moore Capito (R-W. Va.) led all ten Republican members of the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee in sending a letter to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Army Corps of Engineers (Army Corps) to commend the Agencies’ proposed rule to revise the definition of “waters of the United States” (WOTUS). “We applaud the proposal to revise the definition of ‘waters of the United States’ (WOTUS) issued by the... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Roger Wicker (R-Miss.) recently introduced the Supporting U.S. Critical Connectivity and Economic Strategy and Security for BEAD Act (SUCCESS for BEAD Act). This legislation would authorize states to use remaining funds from the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program for projects that support state’s deployment plan by enhancing public safety, improving network resiliency, strengthening national security, and... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – On National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) expresses her gratitude for law enforcement officers and highlights how the Working Families Tax Cuts Act delivers on Republicans’ commitment to supporting law enforcement and improving public safety and border security. “On National Law Enforcement Day, I want to express my sincere gratitude for the brave men and women in West Virginia and across the country who put themselves in harm’s... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – 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) and chairman of the Republican Policy Committee (RPC), joined her Senate Republican colleagues in demanding accountability from outgoing Minnesota Governor Tim Walz amid widespread reports of fraud and abuse of federal child care funding in Minnesota. The letter, led by U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) announced last week that West Virginia is set to receive nearly $200 million through the Rural Health Transformation Program. The program, authorized by the Working Families Tax Cuts Act, also known as the One Big Beautiful Bill, delivers on Republicans’ promise to increase affordability and the standard of living for Americans across the country. Senator Capito, through her position in Senate Republican leadership and as Chairman of... Read More

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) today applauded the Trump administration’s announcement awarding nearly $200 million to West Virginia through the Rural Health Transformation Program, a historic initiative established by Republicans under the One Big Beautiful Bill, also known as the Working Families Tax Cuts Act. West Virginia will receive $199,476,099 as part of the largest federal investment in rural health care in American history—an initiative that every... Read More

Click here or on the image above to watch the video. CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Ahead of Christmas, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) released a video message wishing West Virginians a merry Christmas and encouraging them to reflect on what’s most important this holiday season. She also wished everyone a happy new year full of health and happiness. Full video transcript included below: “Merry Christmas West Virginia. “I hope this is a time of great joy and happiness. While you gather with... Read More