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Capito supports act restoring full social security benefits for public servants

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito has cast her vote in favor of the bipartisan Social Security Fairness Act, which aims to ensure full Social Security benefits for public servants such as firefighters and law enforcement officers.

By Mountain State Times | Dec 21, 2024

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Senate passes bipartisan act simplifying access to public lands

U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito and Martin Heinrich have announced the Senate's approval of the Simplifying Outdoor Access for Recreation (SOAR) Act.

By Mountain State Times | Dec 20, 2024

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Rural Historic Tax Credit Improvement Act aims to boost rural development

By Mountain State Times | Dec 19, 2024

U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito and Mark Warner have introduced the Rural Historic Tax Credit Improvement Act, a legislative effort aimed at making historic tax credit projects more accessible and economically viable for rural homeowners and...

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Capito criticizes EPA's approval of California's gas-powered car ban

By Mountain State Times | Dec 18, 2024

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito has voiced her opposition to the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) recent approval of California's waiver to enforce the "Advanced Clean Cars II" regulation.

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Capito supports WRDA passage highlighting national impact

By Mountain State Times | Dec 18, 2024

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito, representing West Virginia and serving as the Ranking Member of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, addressed the Senate regarding the Thomas R. Carper Water Resources Development Act of 2024 (WRDA).

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Senator Capito supports fiscal year 2025 National Defense Authorization Act

By Mountain State Times | Dec 18, 2024

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) has cast her vote in favor of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 (NDAA).

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Capito secures DOJ grant for law enforcement resources in Poca

By Mountain State Times | Dec 17, 2024

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito has announced a Congressionally Directed Spending award from the U.S. Department of Justice for the Town of Poca, West Virginia.

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Senator Capito raises concerns over EPA spending in Inflation Reduction Act programs

By Mountain State Times | Dec 17, 2024

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito has expressed concerns over the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) spending on programs established by the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA).

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West Virginia receives major disaster declaration following storm damage

By Mountain State Times | Dec 12, 2024

U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito and Joe Manchin, along with U.S. Representatives Carol Miller and Alex Mooney, have announced the approval of a Major Disaster Declaration for West Virginia by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).

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Second Chance Reauthorization Act passes Senate unanimously

By Mountain State Times | Dec 11, 2024

The U.S. Senate has unanimously passed the Second Chance Reauthorization Act of 2024, a bipartisan effort led by Senators Shelley Moore Capito, Cory Booker, John Cornyn, and Dick Durbin.

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FOIA Request Sent to West Virginia State Board of Education Regarding Instructional Mandates for State K-12 Schools on December 10, 2024

By Mountain State Times | Dec 10, 2024

FOIA Request to West Virginia State Board of Education Regarding Instructional Mandates for State K-12 Schools on December 10, 2024.

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Federal grants support diverse projects across West Virginia

By Mountain State Times | Dec 9, 2024

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito announced a series of grants from various federal agencies to support multiple projects across West Virginia.

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Senator Capito announces $4 million EPA award for Kingwood water upgrades

By Mountain State Times | Dec 5, 2024

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito announced a Congressionally Directed Spending award from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to enhance the water infrastructure for Camp Dawson Army National Guard facility and its neighboring community in...

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Senator Capito criticizes Biden's national security policies; anticipates Trump's return

By Mountain State Times | Dec 4, 2024

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito recently addressed the Senate, critiquing President Biden's national security policies.

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Capito announces bipartisan water resources package benefiting West Virginia

By Mountain State Times | Dec 4, 2024

Tuesday evening, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito, Ranking Member of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, along with Chairman Tom Carper, House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Chairman Sam Graves, and Ranking Member Rick...

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St. Albans receives DOJ funds for law enforcement equipment upgrades

By Mountain State Times | Dec 3, 2024

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito has announced a Congressionally Directed Spending (CDS) award for St. Albans, West Virginia.

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Capito and Warnock promote road safety with new "Drive Safer Sunday" resolution

By Mountain State Times | Nov 30, 2024

Last week, U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito and Reverend Raphael Warnock passed a bipartisan resolution known as the Drive Safer Sunday Resolution.

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Capito shares Thanksgiving wishes highlighting blessings and gratitude

By Mountain State Times | Nov 27, 2024

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito from West Virginia released a Thanksgiving message expressing gratitude for the blessings enjoyed by West Virginians and Americans.

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Capito announces EPA funding for Ravenswood wastewater facility improvements

By Mountain State Times | Nov 26, 2024

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito announced funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for Ravenswood, West Virginia.

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Capito demands answers over claims of biased FEMA aid distribution

By Mountain State Times | Nov 25, 2024

Last week, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito from West Virginia expressed her concerns regarding reports that a Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) employee advised disaster assistance teams in Florida to avoid homes displaying support for...