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West Virginia ranks 40 among U.S. states for teacher starting salary

By Mountain State Times | Apr 2, 2025

West Virginia ranks 40 among U.S. states for teacher starting salaries, with an average starting salary of $40,339 in 2024, according to the National Education Association (NEA).

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Chairman Capito discusses transportation principles at Senate hearing with DOT Secretary

By Mountain State Times | Apr 2, 2025

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito, the Chairman of the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee, led a hearing aimed at developing the Surface Transportation Reauthorization Bill in Washington, D.C. The hearing included the...

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Bipartisan bill introduced to boost healthy food access in underserved areas

By Mountain State Times | Apr 2, 2025

U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito, Mark R. Warner, Jerry Moran, and Chris Van Hollen have proposed a bill aimed at addressing food deserts and enhancing access to nutritious food.

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Capito supports bipartisan bill to ensure permanent access to telehealth services

By Mountain State Times | Apr 2, 2025

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito from West Virginia has joined 60 other senators in reintroducing the CONNECT for Health Act.

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Senator Capito and Secretary Duffy discuss transportation bill and project backlog challenges

By Mountain State Times | Apr 2, 2025

Today in Washington D.C., U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito, who chairs the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, initiated discussions on the forthcoming Surface Transportation Reauthorization Bill.

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West Virginia’s ‘Mountaineer Mile’ initiative promotes daily walking for health

By Mountain State Times | Apr 2, 2025

The West Virginia Department of Health, Department of Human Services, and Department of Health Facilities have announced their involvement in Governor Patrick Morrisey’s "Mountaineer Mile" initiative.

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Bipartisan group introduces sanctions targeting Russia for actions in Ukraine

By Mountain State Times | Apr 1, 2025

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito from West Virginia has joined a bipartisan effort to introduce sanctions targeting Russia and its supporters amid ongoing tensions in Ukraine.

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West Virginia recognizes National Child Abuse Prevention Month with Wear Blue Day initiative

By Mountain State Times | Apr 1, 2025

The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS) is calling attention to National Child Abuse Prevention Month throughout April.

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Employers classified under the Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services industry file 44 H-1B petitions in West Virginia throughout 2024

By Mountain State Times | Mar 31, 2025

Employers classified under the Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services industry based in West Virginia submitted 44 H-1B petitions during 2024.

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Karen Evans nominated as DHS Under Secretary for Management

By Mountain State Times | Mar 27, 2025

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito, representing West Virginia and a member of the Senate Homeland Security Appropriations Subcommittee, has issued a statement regarding the nomination of Karen Evans.

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Capito outlines goals for surface transportation reauthorization in op-ed

By Mountain State Times | Mar 27, 2025

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito, representing West Virginia and serving as the Chairman of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, has contributed an op-ed to the Washington Times detailing her perspective on the Surface...

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How many H-1B petitions made by West Virginia employers were approved during 2024?

By Mountain State Times | Mar 26, 2025

In 2024, 98.2% of H-1B petitions filed by employers in West Virginia were approved, according to data from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Senator Capito questions EPA, FWS nominees on regulations impacting West Virginia

By Mountain State Times | Mar 26, 2025

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito led a hearing in Washington, D.C., focusing on the nominations of Brian Nesvik for Director of the United States Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), Jessica Kramer for Assistant Administrator for the Office of Water...

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Senate committee reviews nominations for key roles in EPA and Fish & Wildlife Service

By Mountain State Times | Mar 26, 2025

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito, chair of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, presided over a hearing to evaluate three key nominations for positions within the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the United States Fish and...

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West Virginia’s Transfer Dependency in 2022 vs 1970: Shocking analysis

By Mountain State Times | Mar 25, 2025

In 2022, government transfers contributed 28.9% of income in West Virginia. How does this compare to historical figures?

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West Virginia updates process for issuing certified death certificates

By Mountain State Times | Mar 25, 2025

The West Virginia Department of Health has announced a modification in the process for issuing certified death certificates.

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Capito supports Bhattacharya's appointment as new NIH director

By Mountain State Times | Mar 25, 2025

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito, representing West Virginia and serving as the chairman of the Senate Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies Appropriations Subcommittee, has announced her support for Jay Bhattacharya...

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1 H-1B petition filed by Wholesale Trade employers classified under the Wholesale Trade industry in West Virginia in 2024

By Mountain State Times | Mar 24, 2025

In 2024, one H-1B petition were filed by an employer classified under the Wholesale Trade industry located in West Virginia, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Dr. Arvin Singh takes office as new Secretary of Health for West Virginia

By Mountain State Times | Mar 24, 2025

Dr. Arvin Singh has been sworn in as the new Secretary of Health for West Virginia.

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Senator Capito visits Kanawha Valley Senior Services during community champion week

By Mountain State Times | Mar 20, 2025

Today, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito visited Kanawha Valley Senior Services (KVSS) in Charleston, West Virginia.