Press Releases

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) penned an op-ed in The Intelligencer/Wheeling News-Register about the future of natural gas in West Virginia and how this growing industry can bring new opportunities to the Mountain State. “The recent expansion of the natural gas industry has only added to our abundant energy supply, and it has provided a sense of optimism for the industry’s future,” wrote Senator Capito. View the op-ed HERE and... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Tonight, the Senate voted 80-6 to advance the nomination of Dr. Robert Califf to be the next commissioner of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) issued this statement following the vote: "I approached Dr. Califf's nomination focused on the best interests of West Virginians. Given that West Virginia leads the country in drug-related overdose deaths and the critical role the FDA plays in addressing this... Read More

BETHEL, Alaska – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), a member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources (ENR) Committee, traveled to Alaska this week to participate in a field hearing focused on opportunities for energy innovation and technology deployment in remote and high-cost areas of the country. Capito joined ENR Chairman Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska), Senators John Barrasso (R-Wyo.), Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.), Angus King (I-Maine) and Steve Daines (R-Mont.), and Energy... Read More

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) issued the following statement regarding the death of Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia: “An ardent defender of the Constitution and tireless public servant, Justice Scalia loyally served the Court and our country. His legacy will be remembered for generations. I offer my deepest condolences to Justice Scalia’s family during this difficult time.”  ### Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Angus King (I-Maine) introduced the Cradle Act, bipartisan legislation to improve care for babies born with neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS) from exposure to opioids during pregnancy. Babies born with NAS increased five-fold from 2000-2012 according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse. Newborns born with NAS require specialized care that can result in longer hospital stays and increased costs, up to more than five... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) today issued the following statement regarding the Senate’s passage of the Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act Conference Report, which includes the Internet Tax Freedom Forever Act. “The Internet is critical to promoting economic growth and innovation. By permanently banning taxes on internet use, more West Virginians will have access to this vital resource without a higher price tag. “By... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) voted to expand and tighten sanctions to limit North Korea’s nuclear capabilities, combat cyber activities and address the country’s human rights violations today. Earlier this afternoon, Senator Capito spoke on the Senate Floor in favor of the North Korea Sanctions and Policy Enhancement Act of 2016, which passed the Senate on a 96-0 vote: Text as prepared for delivery “A rogue regime with nuclear weapons,... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) today congratulated Sofia Salon, 16, of Daniels and Arin Dorsey, 13, of Fayetteville, on being selected as West Virginia’s state honorees and the top two youth volunteers in the 21st annual Prudential Spirit of Community Award. The nationwide program honors middle school and high school students for their exceptional service at the local, state and national levels. “I have often said that... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) issued the following statement regarding the Supreme Court’s decision to halt enforcement of President Obama’s Clean Power Plan until pending legal challenges are resolved: “Tonight’s Supreme Court decision recognizes that Americans should not continue to bear the brunt of this administration’s costly regulations when there are serious doubts about their legality. “This is a major step forward to... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) today issued the following statement regarding President Obama’s final budget proposal:“After seven years of failed budgets, it’s not surprising that the president’s final budget proposal doubles down on many of the same disastrous policies that have hindered our economy and nearly doubled our national debt. This budget is not a serious blueprint to grow our economy or to improve our nation’s... Read More

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) issued the following statement in memory of David Hamill, the Mayor of Ranson, who passed away last night after a long battle with cancer: “David’s work always reflected his dedication to Ranson and its residents, and I was lucky to call him a friend. With his innovative spirit and sense of humor, David admirably led his community during a time of tremendous growth and leaves behind a legacy of community service.... Read More

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – On Saturday, February 6 at 1:00 p.m., U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) will attend the promotion ceremony for Paige P. Hunter, the first woman in history to be promoted to Brigadier General in the West Virginia National Guard. “General Hunter’s selfless service to West Virginia, and the nation as a whole, is truly admirable. By demonstrating dedication and valor throughout her career, General Hunter has made West Virginia proud,” said... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Kirsten Gillibrand (D-N.Y.) today urged the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to issue guidelines for doctors prescribing opioids for acute pain, such as pain following a broken bone, wisdom tooth extraction or other surgeries. “Too many stories of addiction start with patients taking prescription painkillers after suffering an injury or undergoing surgery. Implementing clear guidelines for prescribing... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) applauded today’s announcement by the Cabell-Huntington Health Department, Marshall University School of Pharmacy, Huntington Mayor Steve Williams and the Mayor’s Office of Drug Control Policy regarding the donation of 2,200 doses of naloxone to help prevent drug-related overdose deaths in the Huntington area. “After hosting a drug prevention roundtable last month with Huntington Mayor Williams, local law... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) today announced a total of $1,838,642 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Resources (HHS) Administration for Children and Families (ACF) for Head Start programs in West Virginia. This funding will allow the Eastern Allegheny Council for Human Services Head Start in Hardy County and the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (WVDHHR) to continue providing critical health,... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) announced that the town of Rainelle in Greenbrier County has been selected as one of six communities nationwide to win the federal Local Foods, Local Places competition. The competition, hosted by the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC), the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the U.S. Department of... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) spoke on the Senate floor today about the need to pass the bipartisan Energy Policy Modernization Act of 2016, the first comprehensive energy update in eight years. Video of Senator Capito’s speech and her remarks as prepared for delivery are included below. Click here or the image above for video of Senator Capito’s speech. Remarks as prepared for delivery: “I rise in support of the Energy Policy... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) today joined Senator Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.), Representative Evan Jenkins (R-W.Va.) and Representative David McKinley (R-W.Va.) in sending a letter opposing Canadian Pacific Railway’s plan to acquire Norfolk Southern. The letter, sent to U.S. Surface Transportation Board Chairman David Elliot, Vice Chairman Ann Begeman, and board member Debra Miller, details the potentially devastating impact the merger would have on West... Read More

CHARLESTON, W.Va.  - Following reports that Alpha Natural Resources could layoff as many as 900 workers in West Virginia, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) today issued this statement regarding continued assaults on the coal industry:“For no fault of their own, nearly 900 of West Virginia’s hard-working miners and their families got word yesterday that their jobs could be lost. This announcement, the latest in a string of job losses that began right before... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) announced that the Williamson Health and Wellness Center in Mingo County will receive $343,887 in federal funding from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The funding, awarded through the Health Center Cluster Grant Program, will support health care operations and expand access to care. “The Williamson Health and Wellness Center is working hard to provide access to... Read More