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News from October 2024

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Senate Republicans condemn Hamas on anniversary of October 7 attacks

By Mountain State Times | Oct 7, 2024

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

By Mountain State Times | Oct 7, 2024

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

By Mountain State Times | Oct 6, 2024

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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VA Purchase Loans in West Virginia average $288,057 for Q2

By Mountain State Times | Oct 4, 2024

The average VA Purchase Loan amount for West Virginia in the second quarter of fiscal year 2024 was $288,057, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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West Virginia extends SNAP benefit replacement deadline after Hurricane Helene

By Mountain State Times | Oct 4, 2024

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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West Virginia ranks 45th in average VA home loan amount in 2023

By Mountain State Times | Oct 3, 2024

With $266,363 in issued loans, West Virginia ranked 45th for the average amount of a VA home loan in 2023, according to figures provided by the Veteran Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Senator Capito visits Kanawha County schools and tours electric bus manufacturer

By Mountain State Times | Oct 3, 2024

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

By Mountain State Times | Oct 2, 2024

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

By Mountain State Times | Oct 2, 2024

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

By Mountain State Times | Oct 1, 2024

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.