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West Virginia completes semi-annual report on children's mental & behavioral health services

By Mountain State Times | Jul 31, 2024

The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS), Office of Quality Assurance for Children’s Programs, announced the completion of the Children’s Mental and Behavioral Health Services Semi-Annual Quality and Outcomes Report. This biannual report underscores DoHS’s Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) processes and key outcomes for children with serious emotional disorders, offering critical insights to enhance the state’s mental health systems.

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Senator Capito calls for urgent action on national defense amid global tensions

By Mountain State Times | Jul 31, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), vice chairman of the Senate Republican Conference, delivered remarks on the Senate floor calling for action on the National Defense Authorization Act amid rising threats to the United States and escalating global tensions. Joining Senator Capito were Republican members of the U.S. Senate Committee on Armed Services (SASC), including SASC Ranking Member Roger Wicker (R-Miss.).

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Initial funding awarded for regional hydrogen hub establishment in West Virginia

By Mountain State Times | Jul 31, 2024

Today, U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Ranking Member of the Senate on Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee, and Joe Manchin (I-W.Va.), as well as Governor Jim Justice (R-W.Va.), and former U.S. Rep. David McKinley (R-W.Va.) announced the initial $30 million of the total $925 million award was released from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to officially launch the Appalachian Regional Clean Hydrogen Hub (ARCH2) in West Virginia. This funding was made possible by provisions secured by Senator Capito in the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA).

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In West Virginia, 84 people have died after receiving COVID-19 “vaccine”

By Mountain State Times | Jul 31, 2024

West Virginia registered 84 deaths after admission of a “COVID-19” MRNA injection, according to the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS).

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Senate passes Kids Online Safety and Privacy Act with overwhelming support

By Mountain State Times | Jul 30, 2024

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), a member of the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, voted in favor of the Kids Online Safety and Privacy Act today. The legislation aims to protect children from online dangers associated with social media and provide parents with necessary tools. It combines the Kids Online Safety Act, which Senator Capito helped introduce, and the Children and Teens’ Online Privacy Protection Act 2.0, of which she is a cosponsor. The bill passed with a vote of 91-3 and now moves to the U.S. House of Representatives.

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Senator Capito addresses Supreme Court changes and campus anti-Semitism

By Mountain State Times | Jul 30, 2024

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), vice chairman of the Senate Republican Conference, appeared on Fox Business Network’s “Mornings with Maria” to discuss the Biden-Harris administration's new plan to overhaul the Supreme Court and issues related to anti-Semitism on college campuses.

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Senators introduce bill banning federal contracts for companies boycotting Israel

By Mountain State Times | Jul 29, 2024

Last week, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) joined 11 of her Senate Republican colleagues in introducing the Countering Hate Against Israel by Federal Contractors Act. The legislation, led by U.S. Senator Jim Risch (R-Idaho), aims to prohibit the federal government from contracting with entities that boycott the State of Israel. West Virginia and 36 other states have already passed laws or regulations opposing the boycott, divestment, or sanction (BDS) of Israel.

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West Virginia appoints first statewide coordinator for intellectual disability services

By Mountain State Times | Jul 29, 2024

The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS) announced the hiring of Susan File as the first Statewide Intellectual and Developmental Disability (IDD) Coordinator. In this newly established role, File will serve as the central point of contact in West Virginia dedicated to addressing opportunities for and barriers to services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

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West Virginia secures 4th place in national healthcare quality awards

By Mountain State Times | Jul 29, 2024

West Virginia's dedication to rural healthcare has garnered national recognition once again as the state achieved a significant milestone in the Medicare Beneficiary Quality Improvement Project (MBQIP) rankings. In collaboration with the Healthcare Education Foundation of WV (HEF) and supported by the West Virginia Department of Health’s (DH) State Office of Rural Health, West Virginia's 21 Critical Access Hospitals (CAH) have excelled in providing quality healthcare services to rural communities.

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Senator Capito introduces bill addressing discrimination against Jewish students

By Mountain State Times | Jul 26, 2024

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Ranking Member of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies (Labor-HHS), introduced the Restoring Civility on Campus Act this week. The legislation aims to ensure universities and the U.S. Department of Education (Education) promptly address civil rights complaints when a student experiences violence or harassment on campus due to their heritage. This initiative was led by U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-La.) and Joni Ernst (R-Iowa).

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West Virginia launches project to promote antibiotic stewardship in nursing homes

By Mountain State Times | Jul 25, 2024

The West Virginia Department of Health's Office of Epidemiology and Prevention Services (OEPS) has announced the launch of the MEDALS Project, an initiative aimed at promoting antibiotic stewardship in nursing homes across the state. The project was inaugurated with a webinar presentation during a meeting with the West Virginia Healthcare Association, marking the start of efforts to improve infection prevention standards.

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Federal Prison Oversight Act signed into law

By Mountain State Times | Jul 25, 2024

Today, the Federal Prison Oversight Act, bipartisan legislation cosponsored by U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), was signed into law. The law establishes new, independent oversight of the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP).

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Capito secures grant funding for diverse initiatives across West Virginia

By Mountain State Times | Jul 25, 2024

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced that she has secured funding from various federal agencies for numerous projects in West Virginia. These initiatives span healthcare, education, environmental cleanup, infrastructure, economic development, and drug prevention.

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Senator Capito announces funding for new ambulances in Braxton County

By Mountain State Times | Jul 24, 2024

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Ranking Member of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies (Labor-HHS), announced two awards from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) aimed at improving rural health services and emergency services in West Virginia.

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Bipartisan VET AI Act aims at creating guidelines for third-party audits of artificial intelligence

By Mountain State Times | Jul 24, 2024

U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and John Hickenlooper (D-Colo.), both members of the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, have introduced the Validation and Evaluation for Trustworthy Artificial Intelligence (VET AI) Act.

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Senator Capito reaffirms support for Israel following Netanyahu's congressional address

By Mountain State Times | Jul 24, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), vice chairman of the Senate Republican Conference, delivered remarks on the Senate floor in strong support of Israel amid its ongoing conflict with Hamas.

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Capito's EPW report criticizes funding for controversial groups under inflation reduction act

By Mountain State Times | Jul 23, 2024

The NDN Collective, which refers to the United States as an “enemy” and a “so-called country,” is helping administer $100 million in funding from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) through the Inflation Reduction Act.

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Small business owner urges Congress to extend tax relief benefits

By Mountain State Times | Jul 23, 2024

The West Virginia News recently featured an op-ed by Kyle Lindsey, owner of Bob’s American Store & Café in Shady Spring and a member of the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB).

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West Virginia one of 26 states not aligned with 'hyper-partisan' voter data group

By Mountain State Times | Jul 23, 2024

An analysis by Mountain State Times shows West Virginia is one of 26 states without a membership with ERIC, a national voter data group accused of "hyper-partisanship."

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Senator Capito tours updated visitor center at New River Gorge

By Mountain State Times | Jul 22, 2024

FAYETTE COUNTY, W.Va. – Today, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) made two stops in Fayette County focused on tourism and health care.