Press Releases

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) today spoke with members of the West Virginia Chamber of Commerce on a teleconference call to provide an update on the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. During the call, Senator Capito heard from members and business owners about their concerns, answered questions, and provided an update on what she and her colleagues are doing at the federal level to offer assistance and relief.“Over the last two weeks, I have heard from... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) today spoke with members of the West Virginia Hospitality and Travel Association (WVHTA) on a teleconference call to provide an update on the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. During the call, Senator Capito heard from industry leaders about their concerns, answered questions, and provided an update on what she and her colleagues are doing at the federal level to offer assistance and relief.“Tourism and hospitality are... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) tonight released the below statement following her vote to move forward with the consideration of the third coronavirus relief package. The motion to proceed failed on a vote of 47 to 47.“This is a solemn time in our nation’s history. Thousands of Americans are sick with a virus that threatens to infect many, many more. Our medical professionals and first responders are working far beyond the call of duty to... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) today launched a new page on her website to help bring current and accurate information to West Virginians during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.“During this time of uncertainty, it is vital that we bring accurate information to West Virginians as soon as it is available,” said Senator Capito. “With the first few confirmed cases of the COVID-19 virus in our state, West Virginians must be provided with the... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today voted to pass a second emergency supplemental funding package to provide economic relief to individuals, small businesses, and families during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. The measure passed the Senate on a vote of 90 to 8.“The phase two of the emergency assistance package includes necessary aid, including testing, health supplies, and relief for workers.... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) tonight released the below statement following the confirmation of the first confirmed case of coronavirus (COVID-19) in West Virginia:“Tonight, Governor Justice announced the first confirmed COVID-19 case in West Virginia. I am thinking of the person impacted by this virus and wish them a speedy recovery. I’ve been in touch with Governor Justice, the White House, health officials, and others at the state and... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.), members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced $5,556,448 from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for the coronavirus response across West Virginia. This funding is through the Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act.“During the outbreak of COVID-19, the Senate has acted swiftly to appropriate supplemental funding to states and... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), chairman of the Homeland Security Appropriations Subcommittee, and Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.), a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced $60,979,321.56 from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to support construction and repair, most notably of schools in Greenbrier, Nicholas, and Kanawha counties. This funding from the FEMA Public Assistance and Hazard... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) released the below statement following President Donald Trump’s announcement today declaring a national emergency over the coronavirus pandemic.“President Trump’s actions today are necessary and helpful in our nation’s effort to contain this pandemic. As chairman of the Homeland Security Appropriations subcommittee, I’ve worked hard to provide funds that can be used in challenging times as these. I... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. –West Virginia Congressional delegation members U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) and Representatives Alex Mooney (R-W.Va.-02) and Carol Miller (R-W.Va.-03) sent a letter to Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Administrator Stephen Dickson, to show support for the proposed runway extension at Yeager Airport.Read the full letter below or click here.Dear Mr. Dickson,We write to you on behalf of Yeager Airport (CRW) in Charleston,... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Tammy Duckworth (D-Ill.), co-chairs of the Girl Scouts’ Honorary Troop Capitol Hill, today introduced a resolution recognizing the Girl Scouts of America on its 108th birthday and celebrating its legacy of building powerful female leaders.“For decades, the Girls Scouts have helped instill core values and confidence in young ladies across the nation,” Senator Capito said. “As a Girl Scout myself, I... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Todd Young (R-Ind.), and Bob Casey (D-Pa.) today introduced the Early Educators Apprenticeship Act to support apprenticeships in early childhood education. While child care costs strain working families, child care workers are often faced with low wages and long hours due to a lack of available educators, especially in rural areas. Apprenticeships are an innovative way to address these challenges. “Access to... Read More

To watch the interview, click here or the image above. WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) today appeared on FOX Business’ Varney & Co. with Stuart Varney to discuss the coronavirus outbreak, her efforts to monitor the situation, and the economic impact.“Nothing would bring more confidence to folks out there and the markets and everything [than] to have speaking one voice, Republicans and Democrats. We need to address the needs of small businesses... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today participated in a Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies subcommittee hearing to review the FY2021 budget request for the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). During the hearing, Senator Capito raised the issues of flood mitigation, coronavirus coordination, and homelessness with U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Gary Peters’ (D-Mich.) bipartisan legislation to expand apprenticeship opportunities for veterans is headed to President Donald Trump’s desk to be signed into law, after passing the U.S. House of Representatives today. The Support for Veterans in Effective Apprenticeships Act previously passed the U.S. Senate in December 2019. The bill would increase veterans’ access to financial assistance they can use... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Bob Casey (D-Penn.) introduced a bill that would direct the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) to establish a process through which it could measure, evaluate, and report on conservation program outcomes. The Farmer-Driven Conservation Outcomes Act of 2020 would authorize a system through which USDA could quantify the environmental benefits of conservation activities in order to demonstrate their impact... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Tonight, the U.S. Senate passed the Broadband Deployment Accuracy and Technological Availability (DATA) Act—legislation U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), member of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, co-sponsored and amended to improve the accuracy of broadband coverage maps. Specifically, the legislation would require the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to use more granular data in their broadband maps. The bill now... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.), members of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced $633,296 from the National Science Foundation (NSF) and Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (EPSCoR) for West Virginia University (WVU) Research Cooperation. This funding will go towards a project that will examine neural processes involved with human social attention and visual focus.“The National Science... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), chairman of the Homeland Security Appropriations Subcommittee, and Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.), a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced a grant of $1,084,875 for a storm water project in Rainelle. Funding is provided by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and will reduce major flood risk impacting the town due to the water flow of Little Sewell Creek, Sewell Creek, and Meadow River.“After... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), along with her colleagues Senators Ted Cruz (R-Texas), John Barrasso (R-Wyo.), Jim Inhofe (R-Okla.), Pat Toomey (R-Penn.), John Kennedy (R-La.), Mike Lee (R-Utah), Mike Enzi (R-Wyo.), Bill Cassidy (R-La.), and James Lankford (R-Okla.) today issued a statement following reports that President Donald Trump will appeal the Tenth Circuit’s decision on small refineries:“We’re encouraged by the reports that the... Read More