Average cost of college went up for students in West Virginia in 2022-23 school year
College tuition fees rose 2.8% in West Virginia in the 2022-23 school year, according to the latest disclosure from the National Center for Education Statistics.
Capito supports bill targeting deportation of illegal immigrants convicted of sex crimes
Recently, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito of West Virginia joined 19 colleagues in introducing a bipartisan bill aimed at deporting sexual offenders currently in the United States and preventing others from entering. The initiative is led by U.S. Senator Joni Ernst of Iowa.
- Capito marks historic battle anniversary; tours major steel facility project
- West Virginia urges smoke alarm checks during Fire Prevention Week
- Senator Capito visits new Clendenin Elementary, hosts Girls Rise Up event
- Senators file amicus brief against FHWA's emissions rule
- Senator Capito visits Bluefield to discuss infrastructure projects and education investments
West Virginia addresses impact of substance exposure on infants
During a recent meeting of the West Virginia Legislature, Dr. Stephen Loyd, the new Director of the Office of Drug Control Policy for the West Virginia Department of Human Services, provided an update on efforts to tackle the issue of substance-exposed infants in the state. West Virginia remains at the forefront nationally in terms of Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome and Intrauterine Substance Exposure rates.
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Senator Capito visits Mingo County for healthcare and economic discussions
U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito visited Mingo County, West Virginia, focusing on healthcare and economic development initiatives. The visit included a stop at Williamson Memorial Hospital, where Capito received updates on the facility's upgrades under new leadership.
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Senate Republicans condemn Hamas on anniversary of October 7 attacks
U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito of West Virginia has joined her Republican colleagues in the Senate to mark the anniversary of the October 7 terrorist attacks in Israel. The resolution, led by Senator Joni Ernst, condemns Iran-backed Hamas for their actions during the attacks that resulted in the deaths of dozens of Americans.
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Capito marks anniversary of October 7th attack on Israel
U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito of West Virginia has released a video statement commemorating the first anniversary of the October 7th attacks in Israel. These attacks resulted in the deaths of over one thousand civilians, including American citizens.
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Analysis: West Virginia one of 25 states banning boys from playing girls’ high school sports
As President Biden revealed new rules regarding Title IX protections in April of 2024, which redefined “sex” to include “gender-identity,” an analysis by Mountain State Times shows that West Virginia is one of 25 states that ban boys from playing in girls’ high school sports.
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West Virginia extends SNAP benefit replacement deadline after Hurricane Helene
The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS), Bureau for Family Assistance (BFA) has extended the deadline for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefit replacement applications. This decision follows the significant impact of Hurricane Helene, which affected several counties in West Virginia on September 27, 2024.
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Senator Capito visits Kanawha County schools and tours electric bus manufacturer
U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito, representing West Virginia, engaged with local communities during her visit to Kanawha County on October 3, 2024. As a prominent member of the Senate Appropriations and Environment and Public Works Committees, Senator Capito spent time at East Bank Middle School and the GreenPower Manufacturing Facility.
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West Virginia hosts successful pediatric EMS symposium focusing on child care and responder wellness
The West Virginia Department of Health recently concluded the West Virginia EMS for Children Pediatric Symposium, held from September 30 to October 2, 2024. The event took place at the Boy Scouts of America’s Summit Bechtel Reserve in Mount Hope and aimed to improve emergency medical care for children across the state.
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Capito welcomes U.S. archivist for visit to West Virginia University
U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito invited Dr. Colleen Shogan, the 11th Archivist of the United States, to West Virginia University (WVU) in Morgantown for a series of visits highlighting WVU Libraries' special and historical collections. This visit coincides with American Archives Month.
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Lawmakers urge action against EU's corporate sustainability directive
Last week, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and 63 bicameral Republican colleagues sent a letter to U.S. Department of Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen and senior Biden-Harris administration officials. The letter urges them to address regulatory encroachment from the European Union (EU) that they believe threatens U.S. economic interests.
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West Virginia offers free COVID tests amid rising cases
The West Virginia Department of Health is urging residents to take proactive measures as COVID-19 cases rise in the state. In collaboration with the U.S. Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response and the U.S. Postal Service, COVIDtests.gov has reopened, allowing households across West Virginia to order four additional free over-the-counter COVID-19 tests. These tests are particularly important as the holiday season approaches.