Press Releases

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, issued the following statement after voting to pass a continuing resolution that will fund the government through January 19, 2018. “I am pleased that Congress passed this short-term bill to fund important programs and priorities, including resources for our national security. This continuing resolution extends the VA Choice program that provides health care to our... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) today sent a letter urging the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to update regulations and guidance related to the partial filling of Schedule II controlled substances. Doing so would give prescribers and pharmacists additional clarity about the new provisions of federal law and other steps that can be taken to better address the nation’s opioid crisis. The senators were joined by... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) today congratulated Michael Stuart after the Senate confirmed him to serve as U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of West Virginia. Senator Capito recommended Stuart for the position and issued the following statement regarding his confirmation:“I was proud to recommend Michael Stuart to serve as the next U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of West Virginia and to support his nomination throughout the confirmation... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) today voted in support of comprehensive pro-growth tax reform legislation. Senator Capito issued the following statement after the Senate passed the bill 51-48: “Today, we secured a historic and substantial victory for West Virginians and for Americans across the country. Make no mistake: This is an important moment for our nation. Throughout this process, I promised to do what’s best for West Virginia... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. House of Representatives is expected to vote today on the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, pro-growth tax reform legislation that President Donald Trump recently described as “vital to the American people.” The bill—which the Senate is also expected to vote on early this week—will provide tax relief for middle-income families, help small businesses grow and create new economic opportunities across the country. And West Virginians agree. As... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) announced $1,231,457 in funding from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Administration for Children and Families (ACF) to support Head Start programs in Raleigh County.“As a supporter of Head Start, I am glad this funding is coming to southern West Virginia,” Senator Capito said. “Early childhood education is important for emotional and cognitive... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – As the nation’s opioid epidemic continues to ravage communities across the country, U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) today joined a bipartisan group of senators in calling on Senate leadership to provide states with the resources they need to tackle this ongoing public health emergency. In their letter, the bipartisan group urge Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) today spoke on the Senate floor to deliver the latest in a series of speeches on the need to pass comprehensive pro-growth tax reform—highlighting supportive statements from West Virginia families, manufacturers and small businesses and illustrating how it will benefit the state.  “Today, we are closer than ever before to getting comprehensive pro-growth tax reform across the finish line,” Senator... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – In an op-ed for The State Journal, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) discusses her efforts to tackle the state’s broadband issue. Through her Capito Connect plan, she has made a significant difference in bringing new opportunities and investments for connectivity in the Mountain State.“Connecting our communities won’t happen overnight, but we are headed in the right direction. This goal is not only achievable, but it is critical for our state... Read More

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) today announced new mobile office dates throughout West Virginia for the remainder of this month. Members of Senator Capito’s staff will be available to provide constituents one-on-one assistance with casework and other issues they may be experiencing with federal agencies. Appointments are not required but are encouraged and can be made by visiting Senator Capito’s mobile office page on her website.Mobile office... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Following calls from U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) to reverse course, this week, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced that it would not more forward with proposed cuts to programs that assist homeless veterans who are looking for housing and utilize additional services offered by the VA.Last month, Senator Capito and other members of the Senate Appropriations Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Subcommittee wrote to VA... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) yesterday introduced legislation with Senators Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.), Susan Collins (R-Maine) and Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) to authorize a new U.S. Postal Service Alzheimer’s research stamp for an additional six years. Revenue from sales of the recently unveiled 60 cent postal stamp go to the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to support Alzheimer’s research. “The new stamp recently released by the... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) joined a bipartisan group of senators in sending a letter to Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) urging them to include a reauthorization of the Secure Rural Schools (SRS) Program in any end-of-year legislation. SRS supports public schools, public roads, forest health projects, emergency services and many other essential county services for more than 775 counties... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) spoke today on the Senate floor to highlight two important legislative priorities: reauthorizing the State Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) and passing pro-growth tax reform. Later in the day, the Senate voted 51-47 to go to conference with the U.S. House of Representatives on the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act.  On CHIP, Senator Capito said: “CHIP was one of the first programs that I became a strong... Read More

Washington, D.C. – The U.S. Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee yesterday approved a provision based on bipartisan legislation introduced by U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Gary Peters (D-Mich.) to help private student loan borrowers rehabilitate their credit after a default on their loans. Currently, federal student loan borrowers are able to remove a default from their credit report, yet private student loan borrowers are not. The provision was approved... Read More

Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) issued this statement after voting to confirm Kirstjen Nielsen as secretary of the Department of Homeland Security:“As our nation faces evolving threats at home and abroad, Kirstjen Nielson brings solid credentials to the department at a critical time. I look forward to working with her to keep our homeland secure, fight terrorism and address disaster preparedness.”  # # # Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) today announced $179,022 for West Virginia Public Broadcasting from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB). Funding comes through CPB’s American Graduate program, which is focused on supporting community-based solutions to educate youth and improve high-school graduation rates. “The 21st century economy requires a skilled labor force that is able to compete on a global... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – In a letter to Senate Finance Committee Chairman Orrin Hatch, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) is urging swift action to extend funding for the State Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) before the end of the year.In the letter, Senator Capito outlines her long-standing support for the CHIP program, including to help implement the program in West Virginia when she was a state legislator. Since then, Senator Capito has consistently voted to fund and... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.)—a member of the Senate Labor, Health and Human Services, Education and Related Agencies Appropriations Subcommittee—today participated in an oversight hearing  examining efforts to fight the opioid epidemic. During the hearing, Senator Capito questioned government officials responsible for various federal drug programs and highlighted legislation she introduced last month to prioritize funding for states... Read More

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) today announced new mobile office dates throughout West Virginia for the upcoming week. Members of Senator Capito’s staff will be available to provide constituents one-on-one assistance with casework and other issues they may be experiencing with federal agencies. Appointments are not required but are encouraged and can be made by visiting Senator Capito’s mobile office page on her website.Mobile office schedule... Read More