Press Releases

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Jim Justice (R-W.Va.), as well as U.S. Reps. Carol Miller (W.Va.-01) and Riley Moore (W.Va.-02), applauded President Donald Trump’s approval for Individual Assistance in McDowell, Mercer, Mingo, and Wyoming counties. The Individual Assistance (IA) Program provides funds to individuals experiencing significant damage to homes or property. “We are grateful for the efforts and service of Governor Morrisey, our local leaders,... Read More

To watch Chairman Capito’s questions, click here. 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 examining the implementation of surface transportation policies and funding included in the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). During the hearing, Chairman Capito questioned surface transportation stakeholders about their perspective on IIJA implementation. HIGHLIGHTS: SUCCESSES AND... Read More

To watch Chairman Capito’s opening statement, click here. 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 examining the implementation of surface transportation policies and funding included in the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA).   In her opening remarks, Chairman Capito spoke about the importance of examining both successes and shortcomings of the surface transportation... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) issued the following statement after voting to confirm Jamieson Greer to serve as United States Trade Representative (USTR): “West Virginia workers and businesses count on the USTR to advocate for them and secure the best deal possible around the world. Our West Virginia economy, especially in the manufacturing sector, needs someone ready to help us compete at every level in every market. I believe that Jamieson Greer is that... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Last week, U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Mark Warner (D-Va.) reintroduced the Rural Historic Tax Credit Improvement Act. This bill aims to streamline processes, reduce cost-burdens to rural home owners and small developers, and provide affordable housing incentives. “Being a rural state shouldn’t mean losing out on private investment incentives like tax credits to help us preserve our communities’ history and revitalize local economies,” Senator Capito said.... Read More

Bipartisan measure would ensure companies conduct required pediatric studies for approved drugs WASHINGTON, D.C. – In an effort to accelerate research and treatment advances for rare diseases that affect children, U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Jack Reed (D-R.I.) teamed up to introduce the Innovation in Pediatric Drugs Act. This bipartisan bill would ensure drugs for rare diseases are studied in children and that drug companies are accountable for completing pediatric study... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – In an op-ed published in the Charleston Gazette-Mail and the Wheeling Intelligencer, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Chairman of the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee, wrote about her priorities as Chairman of the EPW Committee for the 119th Congress, and how they relate to initiatives important to West Virginians. “Now, as Chairman of the EPW Committee, I will continue to make certain West Virginia always has a seat at the table. That has been a... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) released the below statement following the passage of the Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 Senate budget resolution: “The American people made a clear statement in November by electing President Trump to the White House and Republican majorities in both the Senate and the House. They want to see real action. By passing this budget resolution, the Senate is doing just that. It’s an essential step forward toward securing the border, bolstering... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) issued the following statement after voting to confirm Kash Patel to serve as Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI): “From being a public defender in the state of Florida, to a federal prosecutor in the Department of Justice, to Senior Director for Counterterrorism at the United States National Security Council, to Chief of Staff to the Secretary in the Department of Defense, Kash Patel’s extensive background in law... 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 on improving federal environmental review and permitting processes. During the hearing, Chairman Capito questioned a panel of leaders from different industries and organizations about challenges they’ve faced while trying to implement projects important to American economic... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) issued the following statement after voting to confirm former U.S. Senator Kelly Loeffler (R-Ga.) to lead the Small Business Administration (SBA). Loeffler was confirmed by a vote of 52 to 46. “As a proven job creator, a successful entrepreneur, and champion for the small business community, Kelly Loeffler is well suited to lead the Small Business Administration. After serving with Kelly here in the Senate and getting to know her... 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 on improving the federal environmental review and permitting processes. In her opening remarks, Chairman Capito spoke about the need to modernize our federal environmental review and permitting processes while maintaining critical environmental standards, as well as... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), a member of the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, issued the following statement after voting to confirm Howard Lutnick to serve as the next Secretary of Commerce: “Improving broadband connectivity, ensuring fair trade for businesses, and making sure the Department of Commerce supports West Virginia’s effort to expand economic opportunities are all issues important to West Virginia, and areas I believe... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Chairman of the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee, today joined U.S. Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum and Congressman Riley Moore (R-W.Va.), as U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin signed a final rule approving West Virginia’s request to regulate the injection of carbon dioxide into deep rock formations. This action officially grants West Virginia the authority to oversee and... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) recently introduced the American Investment in Manufacturing and Main Street (AIMM) Act, legislation that would reinstate the Earnings Before Interest, Tax, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA) measure, supporting a competitive tax code for American job creators and businesses. Reinstating EBITDA will make it easier for capital-intensive companies to raise capital or obtain financing, protect U.S. jobs and wages, and strengthen... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Jim Justice (R-W.Va.), along with U.S. Representatives Carol Miller (R-W.Va.-01) and Riley Moore (R-W.Va.-02) sent a letter to President Donald J. Trump and Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Acting Regional Administrator Lilian Hutchinson in support of Governor Patrick Morrisey’s request for a major disaster declaration for West Virginia as a result of the recent severe weather events.  “We applaud the tireless... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) issued the following statement after voting to confirm Brooke Rollins to serve as the next Secretary of Agriculture: “Brooke Rollins understands firsthand the challenges facing rural America and will work day in and day out to support our West Virginia farmers, ranchers, and growers. That’s one of the many reasons I was proud to vote to confirm her to serve as our next Agriculture Secretary. I look forward to working with Secretary... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Chairman of the Senate Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies (Labor-HHS) Appropriations Subcommittee, issued the following statement after voting to confirm Robert Kennedy Jr. to be Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS): “Coming from a state whose residents live with the impact of chronic diseases more than most, I agree with Robert F. Kennedy Jr. that we need to Make America... 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 on advancing carbon capture, utilization, and sequestration (CCUS) technologies, and examining the implementation of the Utilizing Significant Emissions with Innovative Technologies Act or USE IT Act. During the hearing, Chairman Capito questioned Kevin Connors, Assistant... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) issued the following statement after voting to confirm Lieutenant Colonel Tulsi Gabbard to serve as Director of National Intelligence (DNI): “Tulsi Gabbard brings more than 20 years of national security experience to the Office of the Director of National Intelligence as a Lieutenant Colonel in the United States Army Reserve. As both a soldier and a former Member of Congress serving on the Foreign Affairs, Homeland Security, and... Read More