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Shelley Moore Capito

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Shelley Moore Capito is an American politician serving as the senior United States senator from West Virginia since January 2015. A member of the Republican Party, she is the first woman to represent West Virginia in the U.S. Senate. Prior to her Senate career, Capito served in the U.S. House of Representatives from 2001 to 2015, representing West Virginia's 2nd congressional district. Throughout her political career, she has focused on issues such as economic development, infrastructure, and healthcare.

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October 14, 2026

It was an honor to be in Dunbar to take part in this dedication ceremony.

— Shelley Moore Capito

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  1. In my state, whether it’s too long to build roads or energy infrastructure and other investment, it costs us jobs, it costs us the strengthening of our local economies.20 sources2026southdakotasearchlight.com
  2. Finally, under President Trump’s leadership, we are ending the Biden-era Clean Power Plan 2.0, which was designed to eliminate coal and natural gas power generation, drastically increasing Americans’ electric bills.11 sources2026minnesotareformer.com
  3. If you can’t get to 60, you can’t pass it. I mean, that’s pretty simple.8 sources2026ncnewsline.com
  4. Maybe don’t put an estimate out until you’re really sure what the estimate might be.2 sources2026marylandmatters.org
  5. Reauthorizing the Alzheimer's semipostal stamp will both maintain a source of funding for critically important Alzheimer’s research and will also help honor the memory and courage of those who have faced this heartbreaking disease directly.2 sources2026markey.senate.gov
  6. Project ECHO is an invaluable tool for health outcomes in West Virginia and across the nation, especially in our rural areas. It provides training for primary care doctors, nurses, and other clinicians to deliver excellent specialty care to patients close to home, directly in their communities.2 sources2026capito.senate.gov
Oct 14, 2026

It was great to be in Clendenin today to celebrate the groundbreaking of the Leatherwood Water Extension.

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Oct 10, 2026

This collaboration will have an immense impact on the future of aviation, and I look forward to seeing the many benefits it will bring to our state.

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Oct 10, 2026

Marshall University Division of Aviation sets the standard for aviation education, and I have been proud to support them in their mission to foster high-quality aviation and talent right here in West Virginia.

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Oct 10, 2026

It is great to be here today in Charleston to celebrate the announcement of Marshall University’s partnership with BETA Technologies.

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Oct 9, 2026

Being in Romney was a great opportunity to connect with commissioners from Hampshire County as well as representatives from Hardy Communications.

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Oct 9, 2026

It was great to be in Ridgeley to receive updates from the Ridgeley Volunteer Fire Department.

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Oct 8, 2026

“America has had a permitting system filled with delays, expenses, red tape, uncertainty,”

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Oct 8, 2026

I will continue to work to deliver results that benefit our communities and strengthen our state’s future.

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Oct 8, 2026

These awards are a significant investment in the economic development of West Virginia.

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Oct 7, 2026

I’m proud to see companies like Mountain Shore Properties continuing to invest in our state. I hope this area thrives for years to come and will provide a sense of hospitality for all who visit.

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Oct 7, 2026

It was great to be in Fayetteville to celebrate the grand opening of Hill Hall Hotel, an investment that represents a new chapter for Fayette County.

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Oct 6, 2026

WV Young Life’s campus is a remarkable place that reflects the faith, vision, and persistence of so many people who believed in what this property could become.

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Oct 6, 2026

It was an honor to celebrate our men and women in uniform. Connecting our veterans and first responders through meaningful opportunities is so important.

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Oct 6, 2026

I was excited to join our law enforcement officers and celebrate them for their outstanding service to West Virginia—which I have been proud to support through my work in the U.S. Senate.

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Oct 3, 2026

“For far too long, our broken and outdated federal environmental review and permitting processes have stood in the way of energy reliability, secure jobs, modern infrastructure, and economic growth,”

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Oct 3, 2026

I was glad to be here today at Marshall University’s Advanced Manufacturing Center to see firsthand the innovative and leading-edge technology they are using to advance manufacturing and entrepreneurship.

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Oct 3, 2026

Being here today at Southside Elementary School to read to students was a great opportunity to connect with them.

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Oct 3, 2026

It was great to visit Facing Hunger Foodbank today to receive updates on their efforts in our state.

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Oct 1, 2026

In my state, whether it’s too long to build roads or energy infrastructure and other investment, it costs us jobs, it costs us the strengthening of our local economies.

southdakotasearchlight.com
Oct 1, 2026

For far too long, our broken and outdated federal environmental review and permitting processes have stood in the way of energy reliability, secure jobs, modern infrastructure, and economic growth. The bipartisan reforms we secured in this…

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Sep 25, 2026

Redesignating this playground is a great way to honor our youngest and bravest West Virginians fighting cancer," Senator Capito said.

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Sep 24, 2026

It is imperative that each potential host state has confidence that nuclear waste will be safely managed.

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Sep 24, 2026

A successful policy must be built for the long term and durable, with strong bipartisan buy-in from Congress.

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Sep 24, 2026

Nuclear energy is a foundational part of America’s energy system that provides reliable, clean power to our electric grid.

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