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https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/capito-and-manchin-announce-more-than-118k-to-assist-homeless-veterans Capito and Manchin Announce More Than $118K to Assist Homeless Veterans 2016-12-22 2016 2016-12 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 12.22.16 Capito and Manchin Announce More Than $118K to Assist Homeless Veterans WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) announced that two West Virginia housing facilities will receive a total of $118,726 from the Department of Veterans Affairs for the HUD-Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (HUD-VASH) program. The grants will help end homelessness among the veteran population in West Virginia by providing financial assistance to help homeless veterans find housing and seek additional services offered by the Department of Veterans Affairs. West Virginias veterans have risked their lives and made tremendous sacrifices in order to defend our great nation, and we must ensure these men and woman have a roof over their heads. As a member of the Appropriations Committee, I was glad to support this funding that will help change lives, said Senator Capito. West Virginias Veterans and their families have made unimaginable sacrifices to keep us safe, and it is simply unacceptable that any veteran is homeless, Senator Manchin said. When these men and women return home they deserve the best care, and that begins with making sure they have access to safe and adequate housing. This funding will provide our Veterans and their families with the housing assistance they need and deserve. Individual awards are listed below: $32,456 Parkersburg Housing Authority $86,270 Housing Authority of Raleigh County ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/video-capito-wishes-west-virginians-happy-holidays VIDEO: Capito Wishes West Virginians Happy Holidays 2016-12-22 2016 2016-12 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 12.22.16 VIDEO: Capito Wishes West Virginians Happy Holidays CHARLESTON, W.Va. U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) today released a video message wishing West Virginians a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Full video transcript included below: Hello and Merry Christmas! As 2016 draws to a close, I am excited to join with friends and family in West Virginia and reflect on all that we have to be grateful for this year, and all that we are poised to accomplish in 2017 under Republican leadership. During the holiday season, please join me in remembering the meaning of Christmas: the birth of our Lord and savior Jesus Christ, and spreading joy, happiness and kindness throughout our communities, including to the families that continue to recover from this summers devastating flooding. Please also join me in praying for our troops. Let us give thanks for the tremendous sacrifices these servicemen and women have made in order to keep us safe, especially those who are serving far away from their homes and their loved ones. I wish all West Virginians a very Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://evanjenkins.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-jenkins-secures-25-million-five-redevelopment-projects REP. JENKINS SECURES $25 MILLION FOR FIVE REDEVELOPMENT PROJECTS 2016-12-21 2016 2016-12 Republican House WV Evan Jenkins J000297 evanjenkins.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON – U.S. Representative Evan Jenkins (R-W.Va.) announced today that five redevelopment projects in Fayette, Mingo, Nicholas and Raleigh counties will receive $25 million in funds he helped secure. The funds are part of a $90 million abandoned mine lands reclamation pilot program that Rep. Jenkins and House Appropriations Committee Chairman Hal Rogers secured during the committee’s appropriations work for fiscal year 2016. The pilot project aims to help redevelop and repurpose abandoned mine lands in West Virginia, Kentucky and Pennsylvania to create jobs and economic opportunity. The $90 million is split equally among the three states. “I fought hard to secure these millions of dollars for West Virginia because I knew they could be used to create jobs, put displaced coal miners back to work, and revitalize our coalfields. These five projects are key investments in our communities that will diversify our economy while celebrating our heritage. I congratulate each and every project on receiving these critical funds and look forward to following their progress,” Rep. Jenkins said. The projects are: Sullivan Industrial Park Project, $12 million, Raleigh County The Sullivan Industrial Park is conveniently located at the intersection of Interstates 64 and 77 in Beckley and is a joint project between the West Virginia National Guard and the Beaver Coal Company. The first tenant would be the National Guard, which would conduct Humvee and other equipment repair at the site. Rep. Jenkins visited the Sullivan Industrial Park site earlier this year. Patriot Guardens Golden Delicious Apple Project, approximately $5.3 million, Clay and Nicholas counties This project will plant 100,000 apple trees on 500 acres in Clay and Nicholas counties – Clay County is the home of the golden delicious apple. The Patriot Guardens project will employ displaced coal miners and veterans, promote local agriculture, and celebrate the state’s heritage. It is a collaboration among the West Virginia National Guard, the Department of Environ… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/capito-manchin-announce-more-than-7-million-in-funding-for-housing-programs-across-state Capito, Manchin Announce More Than $7 Million in Funding for Housing Programs Across State 2016-12-21 2016 2016-12 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 12.21.16 Capito, Manchin Announce More Than $7 Million in Funding for Housing Programs Across State WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) today announced that housing facilities across West Virginia will receive a total of $7,761,222 under the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Developments (HUD) Continuum of Care (CoC) Program for projects with the goal of ending homelessness. Helping each other in times of need is a well-known West Virginia tradition and one that I am particularly proud to call ours, said Senator Capito. It is great news that housing facilities throughout the state are receiving this funding that will help so many in need. Whether you are a veteran or a child, every West Virginian deserves to have a roof over their head and a place they can call home. This funding will go a long way to provide the necessary resources to help those struggling get back on track. West Virginians in need will have the opportunity to develop specific skill sets to help them reenter the workforce, provide for themselves and their families, and contribute to their communities, Senator Manchin said. This funding ensures those who are struggling to get by, including children, seniors and Veterans, have a roof over their heads and have access to the resources and support they need to get back on their feet. In West Virginia, we have a strong tradition of neighbors helping neighbors so Im glad our state is receiving this funding to continue to help those who have fallen on hard times. The Continuum of Care (CoC) Program is designed to promote communitywide commitment to the goal of ending homelessness by providing funding to organizations and State and local governments to quickly rehouse homeless individuals and families and improve self-sufficiency among individuals and families experiencing homelessness. The following housing facilities/projects were awarded grants: Greater Wheeling Coalition for the Homeless / FY2016 Residential Housing renewal pro… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://evanjenkins.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-jenkins-helps-secure-872-million-flood-aid-west-virginia REP. JENKINS HELPS SECURE $87.2 MILLION IN FLOOD AID FOR WEST VIRGINIA 2016-12-20 2016 2016-12 Republican House WV Evan Jenkins J000297 evanjenkins.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON – U.S. Representative Evan Jenkins (R-W.Va.) announced today that he has helped secure more than $87.2 million in disaster funding for West Virginia to help rebuild from the June flooding. This money was included in the government funding bill passed earlier this month, and the Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery amount for West Virginia of $87,280,000 was released today. This is an addition to $17 million in flood aid West Virginia received from Congress in September, bringing the total federal assistance up to more than $104 million. “As a member of the House Appropriations Committee, I’ve worked diligently to make sure our state receives the federal funding needed to help rebuild our communities. I saw the damage from these floods firsthand throughout West Virginia and know how much support our towns and families will need on the long road to recovery. This funding is a down payment on our future needs, and I will continue to use my role on the Appropriations Committee to fight for West Virginians and to hold federal agencies accountable.” 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://evanjenkins.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-jenkins-introduces-bill-stop-stream-buffer-zone-rule REP. JENKINS INTRODUCES BILL TO STOP STREAM BUFFER ZONE RULE 2016-12-20 2016 2016-12 Republican House WV Evan Jenkins J000297 evanjenkins.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON – U.S. Representative Evan Jenkins (R-W.Va.) introduced a resolution today to force Congress to take an up-or-down vote on an anti-coal regulation just finalized by the Obama administration. Rep. Jenkins’ joint resolution of congressional disapproval would require a simple majority vote of each chamber on the stream buffer zone rule, which the administration published in the Federal Register today. “This rule is President Obama’s final chapter in his anti-coal legacy, a legacy that has cost West Virginia thousands of jobs and decimated our state’s economy. I am taking swift action to stop this rule and this president’s anti-coal agenda. I urge my colleagues to join me in saying no to this president – no more overregulation, no more lost jobs, and no more policies that put West Virginians out of work,” Rep. Jenkins said. The joint resolution of congressional disapproval Rep. Jenkins introduced would allow Congress to quickly consider and vote to overturn the stream buffer zone rule with a simple majority vote of each chamber. Additionally, once invalidated, similar rules may not be issued by the agencies unless Congress explicitly authorizes it by law. In November, Rep. Jenkins helped pass legislation to stop this administration – and future ones – from pushing through regulations in their last months in office. The Midnight Rules Relief Act would give Congress the authority to review and reject rules that any president issues during the final months of their terms. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://mckinley.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=311 McKinley Meets with Top NASA Officials in Fairmont 2016-12-20 2016 2016-12 Republican House WV David McKinley M001180 mckinley.house.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. Congressman David B. McKinley, P.E. welcomed NASA Administrator Major General Charles Bolden, Jr, and other top NASA officials in Fairmont, joining them in a briefing at the NASA IV&V facility and participating in a discussion about the role the facility plays and the importance of diversifying West Virginia's economy. share: f t McKinley Meets With Top NASA Officials in Fairmont Congressman David B. McKinley, P.E. welcomed NASA Administrator Major General Charles Bolden, Jr, and other top NASA officials in Fairmont, joining them in a briefing at the NASA IV&V facility and participating in a discussion about the role the facility plays and the importance of diversifying West Virginia's economy. The mission of NASA's IV&V program is extremely important and we must continue support its growth and expands its presence in Fairmont. Along with other federal agencies that have decided to locate in Fairmont, NASA serves as a linchpin for job creation and economic growth, said McKinley. Investing in research and new technologies will help grow the number of good paying jobs and keep America on top as the world's innovative leader. As demonstrated with the I-79 Technology Park, West Virginia has enormous potential. NASA and others agencies like the FBI, NOAA, and the Department of Energy have led the way, and I'm looking forward to creating new partnerships to bring more opportunities to our area, McKinley said. Background: The goal of NASA's IV&V program is to provide the highest achievable levels of safety and cost-effectiveness for mission critical software. The facility opened in Fairmont, West Virginia in 1993 with a few dozen employees and since that time, the program has grown to include over 300 personnel. It is now one of several federal agencies, along with the FBI, NOAA, and the Commerce Department to open a facility in I-79 Technology Park. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://evanjenkins.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-jenkins-rule-another-example-administration-overreach REP. JENKINS: RULE ANOTHER EXAMPLE OF ADMINISTRATION OVERREACH 2016-12-19 2016 2016-12 Republican House WV Evan Jenkins J000297 evanjenkins.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON – U.S. Representative Evan Jenkins (R-W.Va.) issued the following statement today on the administration’s announcement of the final stream buffer zone rule: “By issuing this rule in the final weeks in office, the Obama administration is making one last-ditch effort to push its anti-coal agenda on the American people. We cannot afford to have any more job-killing regulations crippling our state, our economy and our families. I will lead the charge in Congress in stopping this rule and fighting for West Virginia’s jobs,” Rep. Jenkins said. Congress does have a legislative tool, the Congressional Review Act, which it can use to overturn this rule. The Congressional Review Act allows Congress to quickly consider and vote to overturn burdensome agency rules with a simple majority vote of each chamber. When Congress invalidates a rule under the Congressional Review Act, the rule under consideration is nullified. Additionally, once invalidated, similar rules may not be issued by the agencies unless Congress explicitly authorizes it by law. In November, Rep. Jenkins helped pass legislation to stop this administration – and future ones – from pushing through regulations in their last months in office. The Midnight Rules Relief Act would give Congress the authority to review and reject rules that any president issues during the final months of their terms. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://mckinley.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=500 McKinley: SPR is an Outrageous Attack by a Lame Duck Administration 2016-12-19 2016 2016-12 Republican House WV David McKinley M001180 mckinley.house.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. Congressman McKinley released the following statement, after the Obama Administration moved to finalize the SPR, an overreaching regulation that further limits and restricts coal mining. share: f t McKinley: SPR is an Outrageous Attack by a Lame Duck Administration Congressman McKinley released the following statement, after the Obama Administration moved to finalize the SPR, an overreaching regulation that further limits and restricts coal mining. This action is outrageous. The SPR is yet another attack on the coal industry and this Administration's final shot in the War on Coal before President Obama leaves office. It is clear that this Administration was not paying attention in November. This rule is nothing but an insult to the working men and women of this country because it's economic impact will be massive, McKinley said. The implementation of this rule would result in a decrease of up to 85% in coal reserves, threatening the livelihoods of 80,000 coal miners and their families. Fortunately, this regulation will be promptly overturned. After meeting with House Leadership and members of the incoming Trump Administration, I am confident that Congress and the President-elect will block this regulation, before it can cause more harm to the hard working families of the coal industry, said McKinley. Background On July 27, 2015, the Department of the Interior's (DOI) Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE) proposed the Stream Protection Rule (SPR). Coal industry leaders called this rule the single greatest threat to the jobs and family livelihoods of their employees. Stopping this rule has been the Congressional Coal Caucus's number one priority and as Chairman, Congressman McKinley has been leading the fight. Over the past year and a half the Congressman has led meetings with House Leadership, state regulatory agencies, and the Obama Administration in an attempt to stop, delay the publication of the final rule. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://mooney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-alex-x-mooney-wv-2-statement-release-stream-protection-rule Congressman Alex X. Mooney (WV-2) Statement on the Release of the Stream Protection Rule 2016-12-19 2016 2016-12 Republican House WV Alex Mooney M001195 mooney.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON D.C. – Congressman Alex X. Mooney (WV-2) released the following statement on the publication of the Office of Surface Mining’s Stream Protection Rule (SPR). “The Office of Surface Mining released its devastating Stream Protection Rule this week as a final parting shot on the coal industry by President Obama. I can assure the people of West Virginia that I will work with President-Elect Trump and the new head of the Office of Surface Mining next year to make sure that the so-called “Stream Protection Rule” will not go into effect and further harm the coal industry,” said Rep Alex  X. Mooney. The National Mining Association released a study on the projected job loss impact of the Stream Protection Rule on the economy across the country. It is estimated that over 5,000 jobs in Western mining states will be lost due to the SPR, over 5,000 jobs will be lost in interior states, and over 30,000 in Appalachia will be lost due to this new “Stream Protection Rule.” Alex X. Mooney represents West Virginia’s Second Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives. He is a member of the Budget and Natural Resources Committees. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/capito-secures-more-than-87-million-for-west-virginia-flood-relief Capito Secures More Than $87 Million for West Virginia Flood Relief 2016-12-19 2016 2016-12 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 12.19.16 Capito Secures More Than $87 Million for West Virginia Flood Relief WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) today announced $87,280,000 has been secured for West Virginia flood relief through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Developments (HUD) Community Development Block Grant Disaster Relief (CDBG-DR) Program. This funding builds on the $17 million in CDBG-DR funding that Senator Capito secured for West Virginia in October, resulting in a total of more than $104 million for flood recovery through CDBG-DR to date. Todays news is an early Christmas gift for countless families and businesses in southern West Virginia who are continuing to recover from this summers devastating flooding. No amount of money can replace what was lost, but this disaster recovery support means that many families can begin to get back on their feet, businesses can rebuild and our communities can become safer and stronger than ever. I fought every step of the way to direct this critical funding to West Virginia, and I am grateful for my colleagues who supported this effort to help our friends and neighbors in need, said Senator Capito. As a member of the Appropriations Committee, Senator Capito led efforts to secure funding for the CDBG-DR Program, most recently in the continuing resolution that passed the Senate and was signed into law by the president on December 10, 2016. Last week, Senator Capito urged HUD Secretary Julian Castro to dedicate a significant portion of the funding to victims in West Virginia. I made a strong commitment to West Virginians who were devastated by the floods that ravaged our state in June. The funding that I secured and supported as part of the continuing resolution will help West Virginia families and businesses who have unmet needs continue down the path to recovery, Capito continued. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/capito-vows-to-block-anti-coal-rule Capito Vows to Block Anti-Coal Rule 2016-12-19 2016 2016-12 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 12.19.16 Capito Vows to Block Anti-Coal Rule Administration issues final Stream Protection Rule just weeks before President Obama leaves office WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) today issued the following statement after the U.S. Department of Interior Office of Surface Mining released its final Stream Protection Rule: It is disappointing, but certainly not surprising, that the Obama Administration has decided to pursue this last-ditch effort to further harm West Virginia coal jobs. The Stream Protection Rule would cause significant harm to both surface and underground coal mines. Fortunately, the decision by voters last month makes todays announcement by the Office of Surface Mining an exercise in futility. Working with President-elect Trump and our Republican congressional majority, I am confident that we will be able to use the Congressional Review Act to stop this rule from taking effect. Senator Capito recently joined 22 of her Senate colleagues in sending a letter to President Obama requesting his administration stop issuing non-emergency rules and regulations in the final weeks of his term. She also introduced the Supporting Transparent Regulatory and Environmental Actions in Mining Act of 2015 (STREAM Act), which would ensure that any rule issued by U.S. Department of Interior is based on sound, open data and would not needlessly increase regulatory burdens or eliminate thousands of jobs. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://mckinley.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=59 Congressman McKinley Nominates Impressive Group of Students to Service Academies 2016-12-15 2016 2016-12 Republican House WV David McKinley M001180 mckinley.house.gov     legacy Congressman McKinley Nominates Impressive Group of Students to Service AcademiesWashington, D.C. Congressman David B. McKinley, P.E. (WV-1) has nominated 15 West Virginia students to United States service academies including the U.S. Air Force Academy, the U.S. Military Academy, and the Naval Academy. A Congressional nomination is the first step in a process toward appointment to a military academy. Nominated students must also meet the strict admission requirements of the academies to earn an appointment. "These students who have earned this nomination have demonstrated an enormous amount of leadership potential both inside and outside the classroom. Their dedication to our country and to serving others should make all of us proud to be West Virginians. These young Mountaineers each have an enormous amount of potential and I am looking forward to seeing what they can accomplish," said McKinley. share: f t Congressman David B. McKinley, P.E. (WV-1) has nominated 15 West Virginia students to United States service academies including the U.S. Air Force Academy, the U.S. Military Academy, and the Naval Academy. A Congressional nomination is the first step in a process toward appointment to a military academy. Nominated students must also meet the strict admission requirements of the academies to earn an appointment. These students who have earned this nomination have demonstrated an enormous amount of leadership potential both inside and outside the classroom. Their dedication to our country and to serving others should make all of us proud to be West Virginians. These young Mountaineers each have an enormous amount of potential and I am looking forward to seeing what they can accomplish, said McKinley. Nominees: Alexander Altenburg (Clarksburg) attends Notre Dame High School. While maintaining a challenging course load of Advanced Placement classes, Alexander has received a varsity letter in soccer, cross country, baseball, and basketball. He is active i… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/capito-requests-additional-flood-relief-funding-for-west-virginia-communities- Capito Requests Additional Flood Relief Funding for West Virginia Communities 2016-12-14 2016 2016-12 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 12.14.16 Capito Requests Additional Flood Relief Funding for West Virginia Communities WASHINGTON, D.C. In an effort to help West Virginians recover from the June 2016 flood, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) is urging U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Julian Castro to direct a portion of the Community Development Block Grant-Disaster Relief (CDBG-DR) funding to victims in West Virginia. West Virginia initially received a down payment toward flood relief funding after the Senate passed a short-term government funding bill in September. In a letter to Secretary Castro, Senator Capito is requesting funding from the $1.8 billion CDBG-DR appropriation approved by Congress and signed into law last week. Congress acted to address the unmet disaster recovery needs in West Virginia and other states by passing last weeks continuing resolution. It is critically important that the Department of Housing and Urban Development utilize a portion of that CDBG-DR appropriation to meet West Virginias disaster recovery needs, wrote Senator Capito, who is a member of the Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations subcommittee. The full text of the letter is available below and here. Dear Secretary Castro: West Virginia was devastated by catastrophic flooding that struck the state on June 23, 2016. Today, as we head into winter nearly six months after the flood, many West Virginia residents continue the process of rebuilding their homes and their communities. As a member of the Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations subcommittee, I have strongly advocated for funding for the Community Development Block Grant-Disaster Recovery program in order to provide resources to help disaster stricken communities in West Virginia. On September 29, 2016, President Obama signed H.R. 5325, the Continuing Appropriations and Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2017[1] which provided $500 million to the CDBG-DR … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/capito-statement-on-nomination-of-governor-rick-perry-for-energy-secretary Capito Statement on Nomination of Governor Rick Perry for Energy Secretary 2016-12-14 2016 2016-12 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 12.14.16 Capito Statement on Nomination of Governor Rick Perry for Energy Secretary WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) today issued the following statement regarding Governor Rick Perrys nomination to lead the U.S. Department of Energy: President-elect Trumps nomination of Governor Perry for Energy Secretary is encouraging news. As a leader in energy production, West Virginia plays a critical role in powering the nation with affordable, reliable energy. I look forward to working with Governor Perry to address some of our top priorities, including expanding energy infrastructure, advancing the cutting edge research taking place at the Department of Energys National Energy Technology Laboratory in Morgantown, and modernizing Americas energy policy. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://evanjenkins.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-jenkins-president-signs-bill-help-wv-s-opioid-crisis REP. JENKINS: PRESIDENT SIGNS BILL TO HELP WVS OPIOID CRISIS 2016-12-13 2016 2016-12 Republican House WV Evan Jenkins J000297 evanjenkins.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON – U.S. Representative Evan Jenkins (R-W.Va.) said today that the 21st Century Cures Act, which President Obama signed into law Tuesday afternoon, will make a real difference in West Virginia’s fight against the drug crisis. “There is hardly a family in West Virginia that’s not been touched by the drug crisis sweeping our state. Our communities and first responders have made tremendous strides in addressing treatment needs, stopping drug trafficking, and preventing overdose deaths, but we need more resources. This bill does just that, providing $1 billion over the next two years that can be sent to states with the highest instances of drug abuse, like West Virginia, to spend on prevention, treatment, care for those seeking recovery, and more training for healthcare providers. This is a much-needed step to help West Virginians live healthy, drug-free lives, and to stop the spread of opioids and illegal drugs throughout our communities,” Rep. Jenkins said. The 21st Century Cures Act will also invest billions into accelerating medical research and innovations to find cures for common and rare diseases alike. This bill provides additional research into mental health, Alzheimer’s disease, and traumatic brain injuries, among many others. It also includes $1.8 million for Vice President Biden’s cancer “moonshot” to find a cure for cancer in our lifetime. For more about the 21st Century Cures Act, please click here. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/capito-urges-president-elect-trump-to-connect-rural-america-improve-broadband- Capito Urges President-Elect Trump to Connect Rural America, Improve Broadband 2016-12-12 2016 2016-12 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 12.12.16 Capito Urges President-Elect Trump to Connect Rural America, Improve Broadband WASHINGTON, D.C. In a letter to President-elect Donald Trump, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) is encouraging the new administration to include broadband deployment as a core component of any infrastructure proposals. In the letter, Senator Capito outlines the clear need for expanded broadband access in rural America, including West Virginia, and her desire to work with the new administration on this important issue. Improving broadband accessibility in West Virginia has been and remains one of Senator Capitos top priorities since being sworn in to the U.S. Senate. As many as 74% of residents in the Mountain State lack proper access to broadband services that meet Federal Communications Commission (FCC) benchmarks. Senator Capito has led efforts to address this issue through her Capito Connect Plan and the recently launched Senate Broadband Caucus. West Virginia needs to grow and diversify its overall economy, and internet access is fundamental to that transition. Broadband can revolutionize rural communities by linking them to the national, and even global, economy. I look forward to working with [the Trump] administration to advance policies that bridge the digital divide across the country and provide the broadband infrastructure that our nations urban and rural communities need to succeed, Senator Capito wrote. The full text of the letter is available below and here. Dear Mr. President-Elect: I write to you because I am encouraged by your commitment to strengthen our nations infrastructure. As you strive to streamline projects that drive economic growth, I urge you to include broadband deployment as a component of the infrastructure proposal that guides your administration. As a pillar of our 21st century infrastructure, high-speed internet access has allowed us to connect with one another on a scale we never would have imagined even a decade ago.No other technology has become such a platform for… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/capito-water-infrastructure-bill-will-modernize-improve-nations-waterways Capito: Water Infrastructure Bill Will Modernize, Improve Nations Waterways 2016-12-12 2016 2016-12 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 12.12.16 Capito: Water Infrastructure Bill Will Modernize, Improve Nations Waterways Water Infrastructure Improvements Act for the Nation Headed to Presidents Desk WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito(R-W.Va.) applauded passage of the Water Infrastructure Improvements Act for the Nation (WIIN), legislation that will modernize water infrastructure and address flood prevention. The bill passed the Senate on a 78-21 vote early Saturday morning and includes the Water Resources Development Act, which passed the Senate earlier this year. The WIIN Act invests in critical water infrastructure, including waterways, flood protection and other resources, in a commonsense, bipartisan way. These important projects will bring vitality to our economy and support needed improvements in communities across the country, said Senator Capito. Of particular importance to West Virginia, this bill gives states authority and certainty when regulating coal ash, calls for a study of flood risk management projects within the Kanawha River Basin, authorizes funding for the high hazard dams across West Virginia that are important to the states economy, and addresses drinking water infrastructure issues. The WIINAct includes several bipartisan provisions that benefit West Virginia, including: Rehabilitation of High Hazard Potential Dams: Authorizes $445 million over ten years for FEMA program for rehabilitation of high hazard potential dams, including 422 dams in West Virginia. Senator Capito championed this provision with Senator Jack Reed (D-R.I.). Kanawha River Basin: Directs the Army Corps of Engineers to conduct studies to determine the feasibility of implementing projects for flood risk management and other water resource related purposes within the Kanawha River Basin, including West Virginia. Senators Capito and Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) authored this provision. Approval of State Programs for Coal Ash Disposal: Authorize… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://mckinley.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=482 McKinley: Coal Miners Deserve a Long-Term Solution 2016-12-09 2016 2016-12 Republican House WV David McKinley M001180 mckinley.house.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. Congressman David B. McKinley, P.E., (WV-1) released the following statement after the Senate followed the lead of the House and passed a Continuing Resolution (CR) that extended health care benefits for coal miner retirees and their family members through April. If this legislation had not passed, over 15,000 people would have been in danger of losing their healthcare starting January 1st. share: f t McKinley: Coal Miners Deserve a Long-Term Solution Congressman David B. McKinley, P.E., (WV-1) released the following statement after the Senate followed the lead of the House and passed a Continuing Resolution (CR) that extended health care benefits for coal miner retirees and their family members through April. If this legislation had not passed, over 15,000 people would have been in danger of losing their healthcare starting January 1st. While it's disappointing to see only a short term extension of benefits at this time, this issue was way too important to offer false hope and risk our miners walking away with nothing. This CR has now given us a chance to fight another day, said McKinley. I have already spoken to members of House Leadership, incoming Chairman Frelinghuysen and incoming Chairwoman Virginia Foxx and received a commitment to work toward a long-term solution for healthcare and pensions early in the next Congress. It's time to work together and give our miners peace of mind so they know their benefits won't be jeopardized by politics, McKinley said. Background The Continuing Resolution (CR) extends healthcare benefits for many coal miner retirees and their families for the length of the CR which extends to April 28th, 2017. If action is not taken, over 15,000 people could begin to lose their health benefits starting on January 1st. Congressman McKinley spoke on the House floor and called for action on this issue early next Congress. Those remarks can be seen here. Congressman McKinley has been fighting for a solution to th… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/capito-calls-on-president-elect-trump-to-prioritize-miners-protection-act- Capito Calls On President-Elect Trump to Prioritize Miners Protection Act 2016-12-09 2016 2016-12 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 12.09.16 Capito Calls On President-Elect Trump to Prioritize Miners Protection Act WASHINGTON, D.C. In a letter sent following only a short-term extension of miners health care benefits, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) is calling on President-elect Donald Trump to take up the Miners Protection Act early in his administration. Senator Capito and other coal state Senators introduced the Miners Protection Act as an amendment to the continuing resolution to permanently protect the health care and pension benefits of our nations miners, but it was not included in the final bill. Preserving retirement benefits for our nations coal miners is among the most important and pressing items on the congressional agenda, Senator Capito wrote to the president-elect. Your recent election has provided hope in West Virginia communities I look forward to working with you on policies that will help put our miners back to work and rebuild local economies that rely on energy production. It is just as important that we act to preserve health care and pension benefits for retirees who have suffered from the down turn in the coal industry. I ask that you work with me and a bipartisan group of my congressional colleagues to enact the Miners Protection Act early in the 115th Congress. The full text of the letter is available below and here. Dear Mr. President-Elect: Preserving retirement benefits for our nations coal miners is among the most important and pressing items on the congressional agenda. I write to request your help and support for enacting the Miners Protection Act early in the 115th Congress. The Miners Protection Act is legislation that I helped to introduce during the current Congress to protect the hard earned health care benefits of 22,000 retired coal miners and their dependents, as well as the pension benefits of 120,000 current and future coal mine retirees. As you no doubt saw during your visit to West Virginia earlier this year, coal miners are hardworking men and women at the core of our st… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/capito-statement-on-miners-health-and-the-continuing-resolution Capito Statement on Miners Health and the Continuing Resolution 2016-12-09 2016 2016-12 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 12.09.16 Capito Statement on Miners Health and the Continuing Resolution WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) tonight voted to protect hard-earned retirement benefits for West Virginia miners by voting for final passage of a government funding bill known as the continuing resolution. The bill also includes critical resources to help West Virginia communities recover from the devastating June floods and fight the opioid epidemic. Earlier this week, the House advanced the continuing resolution with only a four month extension of health care benefits for miners who would otherwise lose their health care on January 1, 2017. Tonight, Senators Capito and Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) introduced the Miners Protection Act as an amendment to the continuing resolution to permanently protect the health care and pension benefits of our nations miners, but unfortunately the Senate voted to end debate and amendments. Once the opportunity to amend or change the continuing resolution ended, Senator Capito voted for final passage of the continuing resolution in order to extend miners health care for four months, avoid a government shutdown and help West Virginians suffering from flood damage and opioid addiction. Senator Capito issued this statement following tonights vote: I am very disappointed that the continuing resolution only extends health care coverage to our miners for four months. Four months of health care is clearly not the result I wanted. It is not the result our miners wanted, nor is it the result they deserve. Yet, the only way to prevent thousands of West Virginians and miners across the country from losing their benefits in just a matter of weeks was to pass this funding bill. Shutting down the government would not have achieved the outcome we all want, and thats protecting health benefits for West Virginias miners. There is much work to be done in the next Congress to address this issue and bring jobs back to our coal communities. I am committed to working with my colleagues and t… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/capito-advances-national-defense_authorization-act Capito Advances National Defense Authorization Act 2016-12-08 2016 2016-12 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 12.08.16 Capito Advances National Defense Authorization Act WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) today voted to advance the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) conference report, which passed the Senate on a 92-7 vote and now heads to the presidents desk. Ensuring our military has the tools and adequate funding needed to carry out its core mission is one of Congress primary responsibilities. In light of the serious threats we face today, it is essential that we invest in our troops who serve on the front lines to keep Americans safe. The National Defense Authorization Act is good for our troops, their families and national security, and I was glad to help advance this critical bill, said Senator Capito. NDAA Highlights: Authorizes a total of $619 billion to provide for national defense. Authorizes a 2.1 percent across-the-board pay raise for uniformed service members. Prevents further reductions in troop levels and increases the total number of authorized troops. Blocks the transfer of Guantanamo Bay detainees to the United States. Enhances leave for primary and secondary caregivers in the case of birth and adoption. Implements a JAG pilot program to improve the handling of military sexual assault trials in military courts-martial. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://evanjenkins.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-jenkins-don-t-forget-about-our-coal-miners REP. JENKINS: DONT FORGET ABOUT OUR COAL MINERS 2016-12-07 2016 2016-12 Republican House WV Evan Jenkins J000297 evanjenkins.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON – On the House floor today, U.S. Representative Evan Jenkins (R-W.Va.) shared stories from West Virginia miners and families asking Congress to protect their pensions and health care. Robin Workman of Boone County wrote to Rep. Jenkins about how she and her husband depend on the benefits he earned. “She said, ‘My husband put in 35 years underground. A promise made to them shouldn’t be broken! West Virginia helped keep the lights on back then as well as today. Please don’t forget about us!’” Rep. Jenkins read on the House floor. The congressman urged his colleagues to support and help pass the Coal Healthcare and Pensions Protection Act, which would shore up pensions and health benefits for miners and their widows. Please click here to watch the congressman's speech. The full transcript is below.   “Mr. Speaker, miners and their widows in West Virginia and across the country are asking us to protect their pensions and health care. Families like Robin Workman of Boone County, who wrote to me about how she and her husband depend on these benefits. These are benefits they earned. “She said, ‘My husband put in 35 years underground. A promise made to them shouldn’t be broken! West Virginia helped keep the lights on back then as well as today. Please don’t forget about us!’ “This promise dates back to 1946, when the Truman administration signed an agreement with coal miners – an agreement that guaranteed their pensions and health care would be there for them when they retired. “Now, that agreement – no, that promise – is in jeopardy. In just a few weeks, tens of thousands of miners and widows will lose their health insurance. These miners have back problems, they have knee problems, breathing problems, all from their work in the mines. They simply cannot go without insurance. “Kenny Meade’s father is one of those retired miners. He lives in Chapmanville and reached out to me to share the story of his parents. “Kenny wrote about his father: ‘He worked 31 years in the mines and often for less than other miners… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/-capito-statement-on-miners-provisions-in-the-continuing-resolution Capito Statement on Miners Provisions in the Continuing Resolution 2016-12-07 2016 2016-12 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 12.07.16 Capito Statement on Miners Provisions in the Continuing Resolution Washington, D.C. U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) issued the following statement regarding the short-term provisions to address miners health benefits in the continuing resolution. Im disappointed that the full Miners Protection Act to address health and pensions benefits for our miners was not included in the continuing resolution that was released tonight. While the short-term, four-month patch will prevent our miners from losing their health care benefits in just a few weeks, we have more work to do. I will continue fighting until a long-term solution is reached. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/-capito-statement-on-selection-of-scott-pruitt-for-epa-administrator Capito Statement on Selection of Scott Pruitt for EPA Administrator 2016-12-07 2016 2016-12 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 12.07.16 Capito Statement on Selection of Scott Pruitt for EPA Administrator WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) today issued the following statement regarding President-elect Donald Trumps intent to nominate Oklahoma Attorney General Scott Pruitt for Administrator of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Attorney General Pruitt is exactly the type of person we need to lead the EPA during this critical time. He has been a driving force behind the legal battle against President Obamas environmental policies and far-reaching regulations. I look forward to working with him to reverse policies that threaten affordable, reliable energy and jobs. In May 2015, Attorney General Pruitt testified before a Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works (EPW) Clean Air and Nuclear Safety Subcommittee hearing chaired by Senator Capito about the legal issues surrounding EPAs carbon regulations. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/capito-commemorates-75th-anniversary-of-pearl-harbor-attack Capito Commemorates 75th Anniversary of Pearl Harbor Attack 2016-12-07 2016 2016-12 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 12.07.16 Capito Commemorates 75th Anniversary of Pearl Harbor Attack WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) today issued the following statement regarding the 75th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor: Today, on the 75th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor, we remember and honor the thousands who were killed that day and in the war that followed. Earlier this year, I had the opportunity to visit Pearl Harbor and was extremely humbled by the memorial. It was a reminder that out of tragedy emerges strength. As the daughter of a World War II veteran, I am eternally grateful for the sacrifice of those who have served our great nation and fought to defend our freedoms. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/capito-praises-passage-of-lifesaving-medical-innovation-bill- Capito Praises Passage of Lifesaving Medical Innovation Bill 2016-12-07 2016 2016-12 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 12.07.16 Capito Praises Passage of Lifesaving Medical Innovation Bill 21st Century Cures Act provides major funding to prevent and treat opioid addiction, advances lifesaving medical research, makes needed reforms to the Food and Drug Administration, and improves the mental health system. WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) voted to pass the bipartisan 21st Century Cures Act, which makes better health possible for nearly every American. The bill passed on a 94-5 vote and now heads to the presidents desk to be signed into law. The 21st Century Cures Act provides major funding to prevent and treat opioid addiction, advances lifesaving medical research, makes needed reforms to the Food and Drug Administration, and improves the mental health system. It also includes legislation I introduced to help the millions of Americans experiencing eating disorders, and it increases funding for Alzheimers research - a disease that is close to my heart. This bill will touch nearly every American household, including those in West Virginia who have been affected by the opioid epidemic and other health challenges, said Senator Capito. Key provisions of the 21st Century Cures Act: Provides $1 billion in state grants over two years to fight the opioid abuse epidemic. Funding will supplement state activities, such as improving prescription drug monitoring programs, implementing prevention activities, training for health care providers and expanding access to opioid treatment and recovery programs. Priority for these grants will be given to states with the highest need such as West Virginia. Advances lifesaving medical research by creating the National Institutes of Health Innovation Projects. This includes $1.8 billion to support the cancer moonshot, and $1.5 billion to treat, prevent and cure disorders like Alzheimers, schizophrenia, autism, epilepsy and traumatic brain injury through… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://mckinley.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=227 McKinley Applauds Agreement on Coal Ash Legislation 2016-12-05 2016 2016-12 Republican House WV David McKinley M001180 mckinley.house.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. Congressman McKinley released the following statement after an agreement was reached between the House and Senate Conference Committees to address the disposal of coal ash in the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA). This legislation authorizes states to implement their own coal ash permit program, which would create certainty for utilities and users of coal ash. share: f t McKinley Applauds Agreement on Coal Ash Legislation Congressman McKinley released the following statement after an agreement was reached between the House and Senate Conference Committees to address the disposal of coal ash in the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA). This legislation authorizes states to implement their own coal ash permit program, which would create certainty for utilities and users of coal ash. This is an issue that we've worked on since coming to Congress six years ago and I am pleased that we are finally able to reach an agreement between the House and Senate. This legislation will help protect 316,000 jobs while empowering individual states to ensure the proper management and disposal of coal ash, said McKinley. After working with stakeholders and both parties to find common ground, we've reached a solution that creates certainty for everyone. This is legislation that both parties should support and I'm looking forward to seeing it passed through Congress and signed into law, McKinley said. Background: Congressman McKinley has introduced legislation on this issue that has passed the House seven times. After being passed in the 112th, 113th, and 114th Congresses, these measures died in the Senate. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/capito-colleagues-request-president-obama-stop-issuing-new-regulations Capito, Colleagues Request President Obama Stop Issuing New Regulations 2016-12-05 2016 2016-12 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 12.05.16 Capito, Colleagues Request President Obama Stop Issuing New Regulations WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) joined 22 of her Senate colleagues in sending a letter to President Obama requesting his administration stop issuing non-emergency rules and regulations in the final weeks of his term. Senator Capito and her colleagues stressed to the president that the American people made it clear on November 8 that they expect regulatory relief. The letter reads in full: Dear Mr. President: We write to request your administration cease issuing new, non-emergency rules and regulations given the recent election results of November 8. In a clear and direct repudiation of consistent regulatory overreach by federal agencies, the American people have, for the first time since 2007, handed control of both the executive and legislative branches of government to the same majority. It is our job now to determine the right balance between regulation and free market principles and make sure that our federal government no longer stands between Americans and financial success. Whether it is the Waters of the United States (WOTUS) rule unfairly burdening our farmers and ranchers, the anti-coal rules eliminating thousands of jobs and driving up household energy costs, or the Dodd-Frank rules denying our small businesses access to capital, federal agencies continue to produce reams of new regulations that hurt our job creators and cripple our economy. But this flawed approach to governance has been rejected by the people. Today, we have the opportunity to return to commonsense principles of regulation and curb unnecessary government interference in the private sector. In doing so, we will grow the economy, create jobs, and, above all, help the people who have been overlooked the past eight years. To this end, we respectfully request you honor the will of the American people and refrain from working on or issuing any new, non-emergency regulations while carrying out your remaining term in of… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/capito-convenes-republican-leaders-in-charleston Capito Convenes Republican Leaders in Charleston 2016-12-05 2016 2016-12 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 12.05.16 Capito Convenes Republican Leaders in Charleston CHARLESTON, W.Va. This morning, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) convened West Virginias Republican congressional and state elected leaders to discuss their work on behalf of West Virginians over the coming year. Senator Capito issued this statement following the meeting: I was glad to convene such a productive meeting this morning in Charleston. We discussed the great opportunity that lies ahead for our state with Republican leaders representing more offices in West Virginia than ever before in my lifetime. West Virginians made their voices heard in November, and now its time for us to deliver the results they have asked for. From job and infrastructure growth to regulatory reform, I look forward to working with my colleagues at the state and federal levels to shake things up and create a stronger West Virginia. At the meeting, Senator Capito was joined by: Congressmen Evan Jenkins, David McKinley, and Congressman Alex Mooney; Speaker Tim Armstead; Attorney General Patrick Morrisey; Senate Majority Leader and Senate President-Elect Mitch Carmichael; State Auditor-Elect J.B. McCuskey; Commissioner of Agriculture-Elect Kent Leonhardt and Secretary of State-Elect Mac Warner. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/capito-manchin-praise-inclusion-of-coal-ash-provision-in-bicameral-bipartisan-wiin-deal Capito, Manchin Praise Inclusion of Coal Ash Provision in Bicameral, Bipartisan WIIN Deal 2016-12-05 2016 2016-12 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 12.05.16 Capito, Manchin Praise Inclusion of Coal Ash Provision in Bicameral, Bipartisan WIIN Deal WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) praised the bipartisan deal with the House of Representatives to include authorization for permit programs for the control of coal combustion residuals in the final Water Infrastructure Improvements for the Nation Act announced today. The provision makes several improvements to the coal combustion residuals section that was included in the version passed by the Senateon September 15to better protect the rights of states that want to operate permit programs and to provide more certainty for the regulated community: Were pleased that the final WIIN package builds off the Senate passed provision and provides the authority that states have been seeking to regulate coal ash through authorized state permit programs, the Senators said. This new permitting authority fixes the main problems with the recent coal ash regulationissued by the Environmental Protection Agency, by removing citizen suits as the sole means of enforcement and allowing states to tailor permit requirements on a case-by-case basis. Were happy that we were able to work with our colleagues in the House and Senate on a bipartisan basis to get this important legislation across the finish line. Background The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a final rule on Dec. 19, 2014, to regulate the management and disposal of coal combustion residuals from utilities as a nonhazardous waste under Subtitle D of the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). Because of the limited authority under RCRA Subtitle D, the requirements of the EPA rule apply directly to facilities and are enforceable only by citizen suits, not through state or federal permit programs. This legislation amends RCRA to authorize State permit programs, subject to EPA approval and oversight, to regulate coal combustion residual units based on the technical standards in EPAs rule or state… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/video-capito-calls-for-immediate-action-to-save-benefits-for-coal-miners Video: Capito Calls for Immediate Action to Save Benefits for Coal Miners 2016-12-05 2016 2016-12 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 12.05.16 Video: Capito Calls for Immediate Action to Save Benefits for Coal Miners We have a solution right in front of us thats ready for a vote to prevent any lapse in benefits. Its a solution that has support from both sides of the aisle. And, its a solution that could mean the difference in the livelihoods of tens of thousands of Americans. WASHINGTON, D.C. In a speech on the Senate floor tonight, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) called for immediate passage of the Miners Protection Act, a bill to prevent any lapse in important benefits for retired miners. Prior to the speech, Senator Capito voted against cloture on 21st Century Cures because once it advances there would be no opportunity to amend the Cures bill to address miners benefits. Remarks as prepared for delivery: Mister/Madame President, I rise today to talk about an issue of great urgency: the fate of tens of thousands American workers. In just a matter of weeks, 16,000 coal miners and their dependents will lose their health care. Roughly 6,000 others are set to join them in 2017. Here we are, just days away from Congress wrapping up its work for the year. That should and must motivate action. Ive served in Congress long enough to know that deadlines often force action, and this time should be no different. Heres why: Without some resolution before Congress adjourns, the men and women who have powered our nation and spurred economic growth for generations will have the carpet pulled out from under them. They will lose the health benefits they so rely on. Its important to recognize the risks our coal miners have taken to better our lives. When you visit a coal mine, you see the rigorous, often dangerous conditions, where these men and women do their jobs to provide the energy we need to live our lives. They are the pillars of their communities, and many are veterans who have fought for this nation. For decades, theyve worked hard… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://mooney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-alex-x-mooney-wv-2-votes-passage-national-defense Congressman Alex X. Mooney (WV-2) Votes for the Passage of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) 2016-12-02 2016 2016-12 Republican House WV Alex Mooney M001195 mooney.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON D.C. – Republican Congressman Alex Mooney (WV-2) made the following statement after voting to fund our nation’s military for 2017: “Our troops deserve our country’s deepest respect and gratitude. Those who devote their lives to protecting and serving our country must be given the best tools to do so,” said Rep. Alex X. Mooney. “West Virginia is home to the largest per capita veteran population in the country. As such, voting for the National Defense Authorization Act is one of the most important and meaningful pieces of legislation for the people of our great state.” The NDAA conference report provides critical support for our nation’s troops, who risk their lives on a daily basis to protect and defend our nation. The report includes a 2.1% pay increase for our troops, the largest since 2011. It also represents a significant shift in defense policy by ending our troop drawdowns. The report increases our topline military staffing level, and boosts authorized troop numbers for both the Army and Air National Guards, a priority for West Virginia. Alex X. Mooney represents West Virginia’s Second Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives. He is a member of the Budget and Natural Resources Committees. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://evanjenkins.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-jenkins-pass-miners-pensions-bill REP. JENKINS: PASS MINERS PENSIONS BILL 2016-12-01 2016 2016-12 Republican House WV Evan Jenkins J000297 evanjenkins.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON – In a speech on the House floor, U.S. Representative Evan Jenkins (R-W.Va.) urged his colleagues to support passage of legislation to protect miners’ pensions and benefits. “Time is running out to do the right thing by our miners and their families. We have a solution – the Coal Healthcare and Pensions Protection Act – legislation I am a proud cosponsor of. It’s a bipartisan bill, and a similar bill is pending in the Senate. Congress needs to act to fulfill this promise – to keep our word to the miners of West Virginia and other coal states,” Rep. Jenkins said. Please click here to watch his floor speech. The full transcript is below. “Mr. Speaker, with only weeks left in this Congress, two to be exact, our retired coal miners and widows are wondering if we will act to protect them. At the end of the year, the healthcare benefits of many miners and their widows will dry up, and their pensions could be cut in the months and years ahead. “When they went down into the mines, they were made a promise – when you retire, you’ll have a good pension and healthcare benefits. Now, that promise is in jeopardy. The pensions and benefits they worked their whole lives for are in jeopardy. “Mr. Speaker, time is running out to do the right thing by our miners and their families. “We have a solution – the Coal Healthcare and Pensions Protection Act – legislation I am a proud cosponsor of. It’s a bipartisan bill, and a similar bill is pending in the Senate. Congress needs to act to fulfill this promise – to keep our word to the miners of West Virginia and other coal states. “These miners and their families deserve no less than what they worked their entire lives to earn – the peace of mind that comes with a pension. “I urge my colleagues to keep the promise and support this important legislation. Time is running out to stand up for our miners and their families. I yield back.” 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/capito-bipartisan-group-of-senators-urge-smooth-transition-for-chemical-safety-reform-implementation-in-new-administration Capito, Bipartisan Group of Senators Urge Smooth Transition for Chemical Safety Reform Implementation in New Administration 2016-12-01 2016 2016-12 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 12.01.16 Capito, Bipartisan Group of Senators Urge Smooth Transition for Chemical Safety Reform Implementation in New Administration In Letter to Trump Transition Team, Senators Call on New Administration to 'Maintain Momentum' on TSCA Reform WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Tom Udall (D-N.M.), James Inhofe (R-Okla.), Cory Booker (D-N.J.), Tom Carper (D-Del.), Mike Crapo (R-Idaho), Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.), Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.) and Sheldon Whitehouse (D-R.I.) sent a bipartisan letter to Vice President-elect Mike Pence in his role as chair of the Presidential Transition Team Executive Committee, urging the new administration to ensure there is continuity in the implementation of the landmark, bipartisan Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act. The historic chemical safety law, which was signed into law in June with broad bipartisan support, reforms the badly broken Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) of 1976 and is focused on protecting children, families and communities from potentially dangerous chemicals. "TSCA was severely crippled in the 1990s and failed to provide basic health and safety protection for the American public. Uncertainty in the regulatory program also harmed innovation and consumer confidence in everyday products. The reformed law requires the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to make many critical decisions in the first months and years of the program, and the Agency has a crucial role to play in ensuring that the promise of the new law is realized. The updated law also directs the Centers for Disease Control to investigate and respond to potential cancer clusters and improve communication and data sharing between local, state and federal governments. Given that this implementation will overlap with the change of Administrations, we want to ensure there is continuity and continued momentum during this critical phase, the sen… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/capito-votes-to-extend-iran-sanctions Capito Votes to Extend Iran Sanctions 2016-12-01 2016 2016-12 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 12.01.16 Capito Votes to Extend Iran Sanctions WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) today voted in favor of a 10-year extension of the Iran Sanctions Act, which is set to expire on December 31st. The legislation, which passed the House last month by an overwhelming majority, today passed the Senate on a 99-0 vote and now heads to the presidents desk. Iran continues to be a serious threat to the security of the United States and our allies, said Senator Capito. These sanctions are an essential tool to prevent nuclear proliferation by the worlds largest state sponsor of terror, and it is critical that we keep them in place in order to protect the American people. I urge the president to swiftly sign this bill into law. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://evanjenkins.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-jenkins-introduces-bill-spur-investments-coal-communities REP. JENKINS INTRODUCES BILL TO SPUR INVESTMENTS IN COAL COMMUNITIES 2016-11-30 2016 2016-11 Republican House WV Evan Jenkins J000297 evanjenkins.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON – U.S. Representative Evan Jenkins (R-W.Va.) introduced legislation today to bring millions of dollars to struggling coal communities to spur investment and diversify the economy. The Creating Opportunities for Rural Economies Act, H.R. 6403, would allocate a portion of available New Markets Tax Credits to be used for development in communities impacted by the downturn in coal. The CORE Act would set aside $525 million in credits over three years to invest in states with significant coal job losses, including heavily impacted communities in West Virginia. U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito introduced the CORE Act, S. 3, in the Senate in November. “Our coal communities have been hit hard by the downturn in coal and are struggling to attract new industries and create new jobs. They deserve our support and help as they work to diversify their economies and ensure good-paying jobs. The CORE Act will do just that, providing incentives for new businesses to move to coal communities and invest in our people. I want to thank Sen. Capito for her leadership in the Senate on this important issue and legislation. By working together, we can diversify our industries, kickstart our economy, and create new opportunities for West Virginians here in West Virginia,” Rep. Jenkins said. Rep. Jenkins spoke on the House floor this morning about his bill. Please click here to watch his remarks. Since 2000, the New Markets Tax Credits program has spurred investment in low-income areas by supporting projects like health care, manufacturing and mixed-use redevelopment. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://mckinley.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=154 House Passes Landmark Medical Innovation Bill 2016-11-30 2016 2016-11 Republican House WV David McKinley M001180 mckinley.house.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. Congressman McKinley released the following statement after the 21st Century Cures Act passed the House. This landmark legislation increases funding for medical research, modernizes new treatments for rare diseases, reforms mental health programs, and provides new funding to fight opioid abuse. share: f t Congressman McKinley released the following statement after the 21st Century Cures Act passed the House. This landmark legislation increases funding for medical research, modernizes new treatments for rare diseases, reforms mental health programs, and provides new funding to fight opioid abuse. Investing in research will allow America to advance new technologies and remain the world leader in medical innovation and scientific discoveries. It will encourage a new approach to treatments and cures to devastating diseases like cancer and Alzheimer's. It also offers a real plan to strengthen collaboration in our fight against drugs, said McKinley. This legislation is fully paid for and will not increase the national debt. It is a true bipartisan success and it will ultimately save lives. Because of Chairman Upton's steadfast leadership, it has remained one of our top priorities in the House, and I'm looking forward to seeing it signed into law, McKinley said. Background The 21st Century Cures Act passed the House with overwhelming bipartisan support, 344-77 in July 2015. Congressman McKinley co-sponsored the bill and spoke on the House floor in support of its passage. Last week, House and Senate leaders reached a deal that would include new funding for medical research, update mental health programs, and new funding to combat opioid abuse. The 21st Century Cures agreement will: Provide $4.8 billion to National Institutes of Health, including: $1.4 billion for a Precision Medicine Initiative to drive research into the genetic, lifestyle, and environmental variations of disease; $1.8 billion for Vice President Biden's "Cancer Moonshot to sp… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/capito-releases-dates-for-16-mobile-offices-in-december Capito Releases Dates for 16 Mobile Offices in December 2016-11-30 2016 2016-11 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 11.30.16 Capito Releases Dates for 16 Mobile Offices in December CHARLESTON, W.Va. Today, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) announced new mobile office sessions for the month of December. Members of Senator Capitos staff have been traveling the state meeting with constituents and will continue to do so through the end of the year. Each mobile office session is an opportunity for West Virginians to receive one-on-one assistance with casework or issues related to federal agencies. Appointments are not required but are encouraged and can be made by visiting Senator Capitos mobile office webpage: https://www.capito.senate.gov/mobile. December mobile office schedule: Thursday, December 1 HANCOCK COUNTY 12:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. Lynn Murry Memorial Library 601 Railroad Ave. Chester, WV 26034 LINCOLN COUNTY 3:30 p.m. 4:30 p.m. Hamlin-Lincoln County Public Library 7999 Lynn Ave. Hamlin, WV 25523 Monday, December 5 KANAWHA COUNTY 11:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. Tiskelwah Center CANS Nutrition Site 600 Florida St. Charleston, WV 25302 LOGAN COUNTY 1:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m. Logan Area Public Library 16 Wildcat Way Logan, WV 25601 Tuesday, December 6 FAYETTE COUNTY 11:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. Fayetteville Town Hall 125 N. Court St. Fayetteville, WV 25840 WIRT COUNTY 11:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. Dora B. Woodyard Memorial Library 411 Mulberry St. Elizabeth, WV 26143 OHIO COUNTY 12:00 1:00 p.m. Wheeling Visitors Center 1401 Main St. Wheeling, WV 26003 Wednesday, December 7 WYOMING COUNTY 11:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. Wyoming County Riverside Complex 155 Park St. Pineville, WV 24874 TYLER COUNTY 12:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. Paden City Public Library 114 S. Fourth Ave. Paden City, WV 26159 Thursday, December 8 CABELL COUNTY 11:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. Huntington City Hall 800 Fifth Ave. Huntington, WV 25701 TAYLOR COUNTY 12:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. Taylor County Courthouse 214 W. Main St. Grafton, WV 26354 Tuesday, December 13 PUTNAM COUNTY 11:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. Hurricane Branch Library 410 Midland Trail … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/capito-nominates-32-west-virginians-for-admission-to-us-service-academies Capito Nominates 32 West Virginians for Admission to U.S. Service Academies 2016-11-29 2016 2016-11 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 11.29.16 Capito Nominates 32 West Virginians for Admission to U.S. Service Academies WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) announced U.S. service academy nominations for 32 qualified high school seniors from 15 counties throughout West Virginia. Nominees were selected by a board chosen by Senator Capito that reviewed each application, interviewed candidates and made recommendations. Over the last several months I have met exceptional students from all over West Virginia who are pursuing admission to our nations service academies. These outstanding young people represent the future of West Virginia, and I am proud to nominate them for admission to these prestigious academic institutions, said Senator Capito. Service Academy Nominees are listed below: United States Air Force Academy Caleb Matthew Barley Raleigh County Nickolas John Elekes (also nominated to the U.S. Naval Academy)Berkeley County Jacob Philip Fisher Berkeley County Bryce N. Graley Putnam County Andrew Ross Henthorn Kanawha County Zachary Allen Kovalski Ohio County Andrew Jacob Panzarella Jefferson County Charly Rojas Berkeley County William Russell Sellers Ohio County Robert Munroe Warner Monongalia County United States Merchant Marine Academy Kenneth Tyler Evans Raleigh County United States Military Academy Drew Alexander Adams Wirt County Alexander Anthony Altenburg Harrison County Cole Douglas Amos Harrison County Bethany Faye Blankenship Kanawha County Aaron Carl Flowers Monongalia County Kayla Dawn Foley Raleigh County Zachary Alan Kimble Harrison County Sebastien Luc Morel (also nominated to the U.S. Naval Academy)Berkeley County Tyler F. Owens (also nominated to the U.S. Naval Academy)Pocahontas County Fisher Alan Rector Harrison County United States Naval Academy Antonella Carmen Blanco Monroe County Brette Elizabeth Geary Brooke County Joshua Daniel Greear Kanawha County Clay Paul Havens Monroe County Aislyn Marie Hayman Mason County Quentein Ethan Lavallee Jefferson Count… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/capito-statement-on-selection-of-congressman-tom-price-to-lead-hhs Capito Statement on Selection of Congressman Tom Price to Lead HHS 2016-11-29 2016 2016-11 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 11.29.16 Capito Statement on Selection of Congressman Tom Price to Lead HHS WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) today issued the following statement regarding President-elect Donald Trumps nomination of Congressman Tom Price, M.D. (Ga.-06) to serve as the head of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS): Congressman Tom Price is a physician, a respected member of the House of Representatives, and a leading voice in the effort to repeal and replace Obamacare. Having served together in the House for 10 years, I am confident he is the right person to lead the Department of Health and Human Services during this crucial time. I look forward to working with Tom to ensure that Americans have access to a healthcare system that truly works. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/capito-statement-on-selection-of-elaine-chao-for-transportation-secretary- Capito Statement on Selection of Elaine Chao for Transportation Secretary 2016-11-29 2016 2016-11 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 11.29.16 Capito Statement on Selection of Elaine Chao for Transportation Secretary WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) today issued the following statement regarding President-elect Donald Trumps nomination of Elaine Chao to lead the U.S. Department of Transportation: Elaine Chao is an excellent choice for transportation secretary. She is a trail blazer with a proven record of leadership. I enjoyed hosting Elaine in West Virginia during the Bush Administration and hope she will visit again in her role as transportation secretary to see why infrastructure is a top priority for the Mountain State. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/capito-announces-support-for-legislation-to-encourage-investment-in-economically-distressed-communities- Capito Announces Support for Legislation to Encourage Investment in Economically Distressed Communities 2016-11-22 2016 2016-11 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 11.22.16 Capito Announces Support for Legislation to Encourage Investment in Economically Distressed Communities WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) recently co-sponsored a bipartisan, bicameral bill that encourages investors to direct capital toward startups, small businesses, real estate, infrastructure and other assets in economically distressed communities. The Investing in Opportunity Act (IIOA) was introduced by U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-S.C.) in May to remove barriers to investment through temporary deferral of capital gains taxes for investments made in Opportunity Zones.Opportunity Zones are low income areas that would be designated by governors within their states. During the first five years of the economic recovery, West Virginia lost 3.4 percent or 1,320 of its businesses. During this period, West Virginia has seen establishment growth in only about 11 percent of its counties, compared to 49 percent of counties during the 1990s recession. It is no secret that our coal communities in West Virginia have experienced tremendous job loss in recent years, causing economic distress across the state, said Senator Capito. Solutions like the Investing in Opportunity Act can help spur growth in these communities and provide the boost our state needs. The unequal nature of this economic recovery has left states like West Virginia behind, and now is the time to change course by promoting new investments and opportunities. Senator Capito introduced a similar bill last week known as the Creating Opportunities for Rural Economies (CORE) Act, which encourages investments in underserved communities through the New Markets Tax Credit (NMTC) program. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/capito-introduces-bipartisan-bill-to-increase-seniors-access-to-shingles-vaccine Capito Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Increase Seniors Access to Shingles Vaccine 2016-11-22 2016 2016-11 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 11.22.16 Capito Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Increase Seniors Access to Shingles Vaccine One in Three Americans Will Develop Shingles in Their Lifetime WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Mazie K. Hirono (D-Hawaii) introduced the bipartisan Protecting Seniors through Immunization Act (S.3477) to increase seniors access to the shingles vaccine. Seniors are at a greater risk of developing shingles. Shingles is a painful rash and sufferers are at risk for developing more serious complications. With roughly one million new cases emerging across the country each year, it is important that West Virginians have access to treatment that protects against shingles,said Senator Capito. Im glad to partner with Senator Hirono to introduce this bill, which will make it easier for seniors, who face a greater risk of battling this painful disease, to receive the vaccines they need. Seniors in Hawaii and across the country, including millions on a fixed income, deserve the protection from the shingles virus regardless of their ability to pay for a vaccine. This bill, which I am proud to introduce with Senator Capito, provides these seniors access to the shingles vaccine without having to worry about high out of pocket costs, said Senator Hirono. The Adult Vaccine Access Coalition (AVAC) endorses the Shingles Prevention Act, which would eliminate out-of-pocket shingles vaccine costs for Medicare Part D beneficiaries and ensure that they receive important information about Medicare vaccine coverage, said Laura Hanson, co-chair of AVAC. Less than 30 percent of Americans over the age of 60 have received a shingles vaccine; this bill addresses two of the biggest barrierscost and lack of awarenessthat prevent more Americans from accessing it.As a diverse health coalitiondevotedexclusively to increasing adult vaccine rates, AVAC applauds Senators Hirono and Capito for their leadership on this bill. … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/capito-joins-over-80-bipartisan-members-of-congress-in-calling-for-improved-mail-service-protections-in-comprehensive-postal-reform-legislation Capito Joins Over 80 Bipartisan Members of Congress in Calling for Improved Mail Service Protections in Comprehensive Postal Reform Legislation 2016-11-22 2016 2016-11 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 11.22.16 Capito Joins Over 80 Bipartisan Members of Congress in Calling for Improved Mail Service Protections in Comprehensive Postal Reform Legislation WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) joined a bipartisan, bicameral group of more than 80 legislators from the U.S. Senate and U.S. House of Representatives in calling for adding lasting solutions to improve and protect mail delivery and service in comprehensive legislation to reform the U.S. Postal Service which was introduced in the House. Led by U.S. Senators Heidi Heitkamp (D-N.D.) and Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) and Representatives David B. McKinley (R-W.Va.) and Marcy Kaptur (D-Ohio), the legislators underscored to leaders of the House and Senate the need for better, more reliable mail service which is often a critical lifeline for families and businesses across the country in both rural and urban areas. The Postal Service and its employees play a vital role in our nation, the members of Congress wrote. It is essential that we preserve the Postal Services commitment to the American public.For this reason, improving service needs to be a critical piece of any comprehensive postal reform bill, along with the needed reforms to return the Postal Service to fiscal sustainability.Continued poor mail service hurts rural America, businesses, and our economy.Congress should take action to preserve and protect the vibrant institution that is our Postal Service so it, in turn, can help our communities and families truly thrive. Click hereto read the full letter from U.S. Senators, andhereto read the full letter from members of the U.S. House of Representatives. Together, the members of Congress are calling on congressional leaders to build on the progress of the current U.S. House of Representatives bipartisanPostal Reform Act of 2016, which would help improve the Postal Services financial condition. Additionally, the group is pushing for key provisions to strengthen mail service, improve delivery, and protect Postal Service customers, in… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/capito-manchin-bipartisan-group-of-senators-call-for-immediate-passage-of-miners-protection-act Capito, Manchin, Bipartisan Group of Senators Call for Immediate Passage of Miners Protection Act 2016-11-22 2016 2016-11 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 11.22.16 Capito, Manchin, Bipartisan Group of Senators Call for Immediate Passage of Miners Protection Act WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) joined 20 bipartisan Senators in a letter to Senate and House leadership, calling for the passage of the Miners Protection Act by the end of this year. Without a change to current law, 12,500 of the countrys retired coal miners will lose their healthcare on December 31, 2016. The Senators said in part: During the month of October, approximately 12,500 of our nations retired coal miners received notices informing them that their healthcare benefits will be terminated at the end of this year. The funding provided for Patriot Retirees Voluntary Employees Beneficiary Association (Patriot VEBA) will be exhausted by December 31, 2016, leaving these miners and their families without the essential healthcare benefits they earned through a lifetime of hard work. On November 1st, another 3,600 miners began to receive notices. And next year, 6,500 more will suffer the same fate. Additionally, the pension fund that these miners and their widows rely on for lifes basic necessities will reach the point of no return shortly thereafter. Therefore, we ask that you pass the Miners Protection Act of 2016 (S. 3470) by the end of this year. Senators Capito and Manchin were joined by Senators Bob Casey (D-Pa.), Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio), Tim Kaine (D-Va.), Mark Warner (D-Va.), Ron Wyden (D-Ore.), Al Franken (D-Minn.), Patty Murray (D-Wash.), Joe Donnelly (D-Ind.), Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.), Bill Nelson (D-Fla.), Richard Burr (R-N.C.), Rob Portman (R-Ohio), Mark Kirk (R-Ill.), Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska), Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.), Dick Durbin (D-Ill.), Cory Booker (D-N.J.), Jim Risch (R-Idaho), Barbara Boxer (D-Calif.) and Jerry Moran (R-Kan.). To read the full letter, click here. Retired miners are facing uncertainty because the United Mine Workers of America (UMWA) 1974 Pension Plan is severely underfunded. Unlike other public and priva… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/capito-statement-on-the-passing-of-friend-hike-heiskell Capito Statement on the Passing of Friend Hike Heiskell 2016-11-20 2016 2016-11 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 11.20.16 Capito Statement on the Passing of Friend Hike Heiskell CHARLESTON, W.Va. -U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.)issued the following statement regarding the passing of former West Virginia Secretary of State Edgar F. Hike Heiskell III. "West Virginia lost a patriot, a wonderful public servant and a tireless advocate with the passing of Hike Heiskell. Hike was a dashing, sincere man, and wewere lucky to have him as a friend who always stood with us. Ourprayers are with the Heiskell family during this trying time." ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/icymi-capito-outlines-plan-to-boost-rural-economies ICYMI: Capito Outlines Plan to Boost Rural Economies 2016-11-18 2016 2016-11 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 11.18.16 ICYMI: Capito Outlines Plan to Boost Rural Economies WASHINGTON, D.C. In an op-ed for todays Daily Mail opinion page of the Charleston Gazette-Mail, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) describes her new legislation to spur investment in rural economies impacted by significant job loss in the coal industry. The Creating Opportunities for Rural Economies (CORE) Act leverages available tax credits to support new investment and business development in distressed communities throughout West Virginia. While we continue to fight for critical energy jobs, we must also look for opportunities to diversify and grow the states economy. Doing so will get more West Virginians back to work, attract talented new professionals and businesses to the state and make us more competitive all leading to a brighter and more secure future for West Virginians, wrote Senator Capito. View the op-ed HERE and below. CORE Act targets underserved communitiesBy: U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) Daily Mail opinion page of the Charleston Gazette-MailNovember 18, 2016 Its no secret that West Virginia is undergoing an economic transition. Our coal communities have lost thousands of jobs due to over regulation and increased competition. Yet, coal is and must remain a part of our energy mix to meet the demands of powering the nation. While we continue to fight for critical energy jobs, we must also look for opportunities to diversify and grow the states economy. Doing so will get more West Virginians back to work, attract talented new professionals and businesses to the state and make us more competitive all leading to a brighter and more secure future for West Virginians. We all know the transition wont be easy, but its necessary to ensure that West Virginia and our workforce can continue to drive economic growth in Appalachia and across the country. Over the last two years, I have teamed up with economic development experts to conduct a thorough analysis of our states economy, including how West Virginia i… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/us-senators-capito-and-baldwin-recognize-american-education-week U.S. Senators Capito and Baldwin Recognize American Education Week 2016-11-18 2016 2016-11 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 11.18.16 U.S. Senators Capito and Baldwin Recognize American Education Week WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Tammy Baldwin (D-Wis.) introduced a bipartisan resolution honoring the goals and ideas of American Education Week. The resolution urges the people of the United States to observe American Education Week by reflecting on the positive impact of all those who work together to educate children. Knowledge is a powerful tool and a resource everyone deserves access to. As the mother of three children who are products of our local public schools in West Virginia, I saw firsthand how hard the teachers, administrators and staff worked to create a safe environment for students to learn. Lets celebrate public education this week by honoring and thanking those who have played such an influential role in so many lives, said Senator Capito. American Education Week is an opportunity for us to reflect on and celebrate our public education system and those who do the hard work of educating our children, said Senator Baldwin. I am excited to celebrate its 95th anniversary this year. November 14 through November 18th, 2016, marks the 95th annual observance of American Education Week which is an opportunity to celebrate public education and honor individuals who are working in public education. A copy of the resolution is available here. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/-new-capito-legislation-aims-to-spur-economic-development-in-rural-economies New Capito Legislation Aims to Spur Economic Development in Rural Economies 2016-11-16 2016 2016-11 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 11.16.16 New Capito Legislation Aims to Spur Economic Development in Rural Economies CORE Act encourages new development in economically distressed regions of the country impacted by coal industry job losses WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) introduced legislation to spur investment in communities facing significant economic challenges due to coal industry job losses. The Creating Opportunities for Rural Economies (CORE) Act encourages new development by setting aside a percentage of available New Markets Tax Credits for investments in underserved, low-income communities across the country. West Virginia and other states facing severe job losses in the coal industry are in dire need of new economic investment. By leveraging the power of the New Markets Tax Credit Program, the CORE Act presents a tremendous opportunity for underserved communities across the country to receive critical funding for projects that will help create new job opportunities, spur business investment, revitalize communities, and strengthen struggling economies, said Senator Capito. The New Markets Tax Credit Program was enacted in 2000 to spur investment in low-income regions. The program supports investment in projects such as mixed-use redevelopment projects, health care facilities, manufacturing facilities and direct investments in businesses. Investors receive a 39 percent tax credit over a seven year period in return for investing in these communities. Over the next three years, $3.5 billion in New Markets Tax Credits will be allocated annually across the nation. The CORE Act sets aside 5 percent of the annual credit allocation for investments in 12 states that contain counties with significant coal job loss between 2012 and 2015 according to the Mine Safety & Health Administration. These states include Alabama, Colorado, Kentucky, Indiana, Illinois, New Mexico, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah,… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://evanjenkins.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-jenkins-keep-green-bank-observatory-open REP. JENKINS: KEEP GREEN BANK OBSERVATORY OPEN 2016-11-10 2016 2016-11 Republican House WV Evan Jenkins J000297 evanjenkins.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON – U.S. Representative Evan Jenkins (R-W.Va.) spoke at Wednesday’s public scoping hearing at the Green Bank Observatory, strongly encouraging continued investment in this vital scientific and community resource. “Our state is hurting right now. We are hurting, and Green Bank is the shining beacon for our future and for hope for that future. …The impacts for science, for education and for the community is why there is such an outpouring as shown here today for this facility,” he said. In addition to highlighting the nearly $30 million a year that Green Bank contributes to the economy, he also said Green Bank exposes our students to science education and exploration they would never have otherwise. “These educational programs are giving West Virginia students the opportunity to have hands-on experience in science and research fields. For many students, especially underprivileged and female, they need these opportunities and these are opportunities that they can’t get or have copied simply in the classroom or at home. The Green Bank Observatory is giving a chance to students that will truly change their lives,” Rep. Jenkins said. The National Science Foundation is conducting an environmental impact statement for the Green Bank Observatory, and the public scoping hearing is the first step in this process. The NSF will be considering five possible actions: Continued NSF investment for science-focused operations. Collaboration with interested parties for science- and education-focused operations with reduced NSF-funded scope. Collaboration with interested parties for operation as a technology and education park. Mothballing of facilities (suspension of operations in a manner such that operations could resume efficiently at some future date). Deconstruction and site restoration. The full transcript is below. For a copy of the audio file of the congressman’s remarks, please email Rebecca Neal at rebecca.neal@mail.house.gov. “I’m Evan Jenkins, I’m the congressman from the Third Congressional District that… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://evanjenkins.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-jenkins-statement-veterans-day-0 REP. JENKINS STATEMENT ON VETERANS DAY 2016-11-10 2016 2016-11 Republican House WV Evan Jenkins J000297 evanjenkins.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON – U.S. Representative Evan Jenkins (R-W.Va.) issued the following statement in advance of Veterans Day: “On Veterans Day, we pause to honor the brave men and women who have defended our freedom at home and overseas, and we remember those who never came home. But let our remembrances not be limited to just one day – may we reflect every day on the cost of freedom and the sacrifices of those who have fought to protect our nation. To each and every veteran, I say thank you – thank you for your service, thank you for your sacrifices, and thank you for the freedoms we enjoy. We owe you a debt we can never repay.” 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/capito-releases-statement-ahead-of-veterans-day Capito Releases Statement Ahead of Veterans Day 2016-11-10 2016 2016-11 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 11.10.16 Capito Releases Statement Ahead of Veterans Day WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) thanked the men and women who have served our nation ahead of the Veterans Day holiday. On Veterans Day, as we honor the men and women who have served our great nation, I would like to express my sincere gratitude to those who put their lives at risk to protect our country and our values. As the daughter of a World War II veteran, the well-being of this community is an issue close to my heart. I am committed to making sure the voices of our veterans are heard. I encourage all West Virginians to join me today and every day in thanking a service member for their bravery and selfless service, said Senator Capito. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://evanjenkins.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-jenkins-statement-president-elect-trump REP. JENKINS STATEMENT ON PRESIDENT-ELECT TRUMP 2016-11-09 2016 2016-11 Republican House WV Evan Jenkins J000297 evanjenkins.house.gov     legacy “I have already reached out to President-Elect Trump’s transition team to offer my congratulations and to begin the push for an agenda to enact solutions to get our coal communities growing again, to invest in our highways and infrastructure, and to create economic opportunity for all.” 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://mckinley.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=509 McKinley: The American People Have Spoken 2016-11-09 2016 2016-11 Republican House WV David McKinley M001180 mckinley.house.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. Congressman David B. McKinley, P.E., (WV-1) released this statement following Donald Trump's historic election victory. share: f t McKinley: The American People Have Spoken Congressman David B. McKinley, P.E., (WV-1) released this statement following Donald Trump's historic election victory. The American people have spoken and they have decided that we need a new direction. Now is the time to set our political differences aside and put our country first. Last night's historic election of Donald Trump is a much needed step towards advancing an agenda that will prioritize working families and small businesses on Main Street, said McKinley. This agenda must include the repeal and replacement of Obamacare, the rolling back of job killing regulations and executive orders, and finally, a national energy policy that stimulates the economy and makes America more secure. I look forward to working with the new Trump Administration and both parties in Congress to get this done, McKinley said. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/capito-releases-november-mobile-office-schedule Capito Releases November Mobile Office Schedule 2016-11-07 2016 2016-11 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 11.07.16 Capito Releases November Mobile Office Schedule CHARLESTON, W.Va. Today, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) announced her Mobile Office schedule for November. Members of Senator Capitos staff will be available throughout the month to meet with West Virginians and assist with casework and issues related to federal agencies. Appointments are not required but are encouraged and can be made by visiting Senator Capitos mobile office webpage here. November mobile office schedule: Wednesday, November 9 GREENBRIER COUNTY 11:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. Lewisburg City Hall Council Chambers 942 Washington St. Lewisburg, WV 24901 MONONGALIA COUNTY 12:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. Granville Town Office 1245 Main St. Granville, WV 26534 MCDOWELL COUNTY 2:30 p.m. 3:30 p.m. McDowell Public Library 90 Howard St. Welch, WV 24801 Monday, November 14 CALHOUN COUNTY 11:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. Calhoun County Library 250 Mill St. Grantsville, WV 26147 Tuesday, November 15 TAYLOR COUNTY 10:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. Grafton Municipal Building 1 W. Main St. Grafton, WV 26354 WEBSTER COUNTY 11:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. Webster Springs City Hall 146 McGraw Ave. Webster Springs, WV 26288 JEFFERSON COUNTY 11:30 a.m. 1:00 p.m. Jefferson County Senior Center 103 W. Fifth Ave. Ranson, WV 25438 MINGO COUNTY 3:30 p.m. 4:30 p.m. Williamson Public Library 101 Logan St. Williamson, WV 25661 Wednesday, November 16 FAYETTE COUNTY 11:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. Fayette County Courthouse Commission Chambers 100 N. Court St. Fayetteville, WV 25840 JACKSON COUNTY 11:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. Ripley City Hall 203 S. Church St. Ripley, WV 25271 MINERAL COUNTY 11:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. Keyser Senior Center 30 S. Church St. Keyser, W.Va. 26726 MONONGALIA COUNTY 12:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. Star City Town Hall 370 Broadway Ave. Star City, WV 26505 Thursday, November 17 CLAY COUNTY 11:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. Clay County Courthouse 246 Main St. Clay, WV 25043 MORGAN COUNTY 11:30 a.m. 1:00 p.m. Berkeley Springs Senior Center 106 Sand… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/-capito-13-senators-urge-administrations-candidness-with-international-community-on-us-paris-agreement- Capito, 13 Senators Urge Administrations Candidness with International Community on U.S. Paris Agreement 2016-11-04 2016 2016-11 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 11.04.16 Capito, 13 Senators Urge Administrations Candidness with International Community on U.S. Paris Agreement WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), chairman of the U.S. Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committees Clean Air and Nuclear Safety Subcommittee, joined 13 Republican Senators in sending a letter to Secretary of State John Kerry urging the administrations candidness with the international community regarding the durability of commitments made on behalf of the United States under the Paris Agreement. We are concerned the administration has not been forthright in acknowledging the legal limitations of the presidents domestic climate actions, primarily the Clean Power Plan, and the pathway the administration has taken to join the Agreement, Capito and the Senators said in the letter. Bypassing the U.S. Congress for convenience has consequences.Given the United States central role to the durability of this Agreement, these consequences warrant a clear understanding by invested parties. [In] the context of climate change policies Congresss unwillingness to support the presidents international efforts is not the result of gridlock it is the result of explicit opposition. The Senators continued, Paris Agreement parties relying on fulfillment of promised U.S. climate actions should be fully aware that the administrations commitment is opposed by the majority of Congress, its legal soundness is questioned by the U.S. Supreme Court, and, under the best of circumstances, the country will fall short of meeting the 26 to 28 percent reduction by a range of forty-five to sixty percent. Most importantly, any future administration will have numerous options to forego President Obamas political commitments under the Paris Agreement and the fact that it will soon be in force is of no consequence. A full copy of the letter can be found here. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/capito-stabenow-collins-markey-applaud-announcement-that-medicare-will-implement-hope-for-alzheimers-act-pay-for-new-care-plan-to-support-patients-and-their-families Capito, Stabenow, Collins, Markey Applaud Announcement that Medicare Will Implement HOPE for Alzheimers Act, Pay for New Care Plan to Support Patients and their Families 2016-11-04 2016 2016-11 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 11.04.16 Capito, Stabenow, Collins, Markey Applaud Announcement that Medicare Will Implement HOPE for Alzheimers Act, Pay for New Care Plan to Support Patients and their Families Medicare to Begin Covering New Care Plan in 2017 WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Debbie Stabenow (D-Mich.), Susan Collins (R-Maine) and Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) announced that for the first time Medicare will pay for new individual care plans to support Alzheimers patients and their families. This new coverage will begin in January 2017. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid finalized its decision, first proposed earlier in July, to pay for the new plans, effectively implementing the Health Outcomes, Planning and Education (HOPE) for Alzheimers Act. The Senators introduced this bipartisan legislation in March 2015. This announcement from CMS is welcome news for the millions of Americans who are battling Alzheimers, said Senator Capito. Having recently cared for loved ones with this devastating disease, I understand the importance of care planning and am glad that CMS has recognized the needs of Alzheimers patients and their caretakers. Doing so will ensure that they have the right information to make informed decisions about treatment options. Todays announcement will make a major difference in the lives of Alzheimer's patients and their loved ones who help care for them every day, said Senator Stabenow. My HOPE for Alzheimers Act called for new care plans to be developed for patients and their families, and Im pleased Medicare will begin paying for this vital service for the first time ever in the New Year. Alzheimers is a devastating disease that takes a tremendous personal and economic toll on millions of individuals as well as their family caregivers, said Senator Collins. As the Co-Chair of the Senate Alzheimers Task Force, I know the importance of ensuring that newly-diagnosed individuals and … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/capito-manchin-announce-more-than-1-million-for-maternal-and-child-health-services-in-west-virginia Capito, Manchin Announce More Than $1 Million for Maternal and Child Health Services in West Virginia 2016-11-03 2016 2016-11 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 11.03.16 Capito, Manchin Announce More Than $1 Million for Maternal and Child Health Services in West Virginia WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) announced $1,162,326 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) that will support the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Services Maternal and Child Health Services programs. The funding will support programs with the goals of increasing healthy pregnancies, improving birth outcomes and reducing infant mortality. By encouraging healthier pregnancies and improved health care for kids, this funding will help reduce the infant mortality rate, promote better birth outcomes, and ensure the health and well-being of West Virginias mothers and children. It will also support outreach programs to reduce bullying and increase physical activity for kids, two very worthy goals. I am glad this important funding is heading to our state, said Senator Capito. "We know that lifelong health starts with a healthy pregnancy, so we must ensure that pregnant women and new mothers have the resources they need from the beginning, Senator Manchin said. "This funding will increase prenatal visits for pregnant women and improve access to safe sleep training for new mothers. Its important that we equip mothers with these resources so they can raise healthy children and live up to their God-given potential. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://evanjenkins.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-jenkins-white-house-stop-stream-buffer-zone-rule REP. JENKINS TO WHITE HOUSE: STOP STREAM BUFFER ZONE RULE 2016-11-02 2016 2016-11 Republican House WV Evan Jenkins J000297 evanjenkins.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON – During a call with the White House, U.S. Representative Evan Jenkins (R-W.Va.) urged the administration to reconsider a new regulation that would cost West Virginia even more coal jobs. Rep. Jenkins spoke with the White House’s Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs Administrator Howard Shelanski about the harm the proposed stream buffer zone rule would cause to West Virginia, including the loss of more coal jobs in hard-hit coal communities. “Not only would the stream buffer zone rule halt countless coal mines, it also represents this administration’s ideologically-driven agenda that ignores the will of Congress and the voices of the states. I called Administrator Shelanski to make sure he personally heard how this rule will hurt West Virginia, and I asked him to reconsider this proposal and its many flaws. West Virginia has lost tens of thousands of coal mining jobs in just the past few years, and this rule threatens more. The White House has a chance to make this right – they just have to make that choice,” Rep. Jenkins said. OSM has failed to re-engage with the states in a meaningful and transparent way - as they were mandated to do in legislation we passed in December 2015. I relayed to Administrator Shelanski the devastating economic impact the rule would have in West Virginia and requested he take a hard look at OSM’s proposal and its many flaws. The stream buffer zone rule is currently being drafted by the Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement, which has repeatedly failed to work with the states to get their feedback on this rule. Congress passed legislation in December 2015 requiring the office to re-engage with the states. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/capito-manchin-jenkins-provide-information-on-how-to-submit-public-comments-on-the-future-of-green-bank-observatory Capito, Manchin, Jenkins Provide Information on How to Submit Public Comments on the Future of Green Bank Observatory 2016-11-02 2016 2016-11 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 11.02.16 Capito, Manchin, Jenkins Provide Information on How to Submit Public Comments on the Future of Green Bank Observatory WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) and U.S. Representative Evan Jenkins (R-WV) are providing West Virginians with information on public meetings and how to submit public comments on the future of the Green Bank Observatory in Pocahontas County. The National Science Foundation (NSF) will hold two public meetings on November 9th and accept written public comments until November 19th. I recently visited the Green Bank Observatory, where I toured the world class facility and met the talented researchers whose work provides us with a window to the universe. This facility is such a point of pride for many West Virginians, in addition to being an economic driver for the community. Ive been proud to support Green Bank Observatory and astronomy research through my position on the Senate Appropriations Committee, and I hope all West Virginians will join me in fighting for its future by attending a public meeting and submitting written comments, said Senator Capito. Our state takes enormous pride in the awe-inspiring scientific research performed at the observatory and I am doing everything in my power to protect and preserve the observatory for future generations, Senator Manchin said. For over half a century, the observatory has contributed to West Virginias scientific, educational and economic well-being. The observatory is the largest scientific asset in our state and an important economic engine in the region. I am encouraging all West Virginians to attend these public meetings and submit written comments to ensure the future of this observatory and its positive impacts on our state for years to come. I am asking fellow West Virginians to join me in fighting to save this important facility. The NSF needs to hear from us on this issue, so lets show them care much we care about Green Bank. The Green Bank Observatory employs West Virgi… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/capito-and-manchin-announce-usda-funding-to-support-water-and-wastewater-infrastructure-improvements- Capito and Manchin Announce USDA Funding to Support Water and Wastewater Infrastructure Improvements 2016-11-01 2016 2016-11 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 11.01.16 Capito and Manchin Announce USDA Funding to Support Water and Wastewater Infrastructure Improvements WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) today announced loans and grants for two projects in West Virginia to develop water and wastewater infrastructure. The funds have been awarded by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and will provide rural communities with resources to improve or repair their water and wastewater systems. Infrastructure development is key to economic growth in West Virginias rural communities. It is also essential to the health and well-being of our people, which is why this USDA program was one of my priorities during the appropriations process. I am glad this funding is heading to the Mountain State where it will be put to good use, said Senator Capito, a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee. Im pleased to see this funding awarded to the Jefferson County Public Service District and Malden Public Service District for investments in their water infrastructure facilities. Water infrastructure investments preserve quality jobs and boost economic development to improve the overall quality of life in our communities, Senator Manchin said. Individual awards are listed below: $3,575,000 loan Jefferson County Public Service District: Funding will be used for a sewer system improvement project. $912,000 loan/$800,000 grant Malden Public Service District: Funding will be used for wastewater treatment plant improvements. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/capito-and-manchin-announce-grant-to-increase-testing-and-diagnosis-of-hepatitis-b-and-c- Capito and Manchin Announce Grant to Increase Testing and Diagnosis of Hepatitis B and C 2016-10-31 2016 2016-10 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 10.31.16 Capito and Manchin Announce Grant to Increase Testing and Diagnosis of Hepatitis B and C WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) announced that a $65,673 grant has been awarded to the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Services from the Centers for Disease Control and Preventions (CDC) National Center for HIV, Viral Hepatitis, STDs & TB Prevention. This funding will be used to increase testing for viral Hepatitis and to connect those living with the disease to care and treatment services. With Hepatitis B and C rates on the rise in West Virginia due to increased drug-use, there is a need to increase screenings for these forms of the Hepatitis virus. Diagnosis is key to getting needed medical care, and this grant funding will help increase testing and detection in West Virginia so that more people can be linked with the treatment services they need, said Senator Capito. The opioid crisis plaguing communities across West Virginia has led to a rise in the number of individuals infected with Hepatitis B and C, Senator Manchin said. This funding is essential for helping our dedicated health professionals diagnose, treat, and ultimately prevent these diseases. This funding will help us build a stronger, healthier West Virginia. Individual awards listed below: $65,673 West Virginia Department of Health and Human Services ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://evanjenkins.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-jenkins-fbi-s-reopening-hillary-clinton-email-case-long-overdue REP. JENKINS: FBIS REOPENING HILLARY CLINTON EMAIL CASE IS LONG OVERDUE 2016-10-28 2016 2016-10 Republican House WV Evan Jenkins J000297 evanjenkins.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON – U.S. Representative Evan Jenkins (R-W.Va.) issued the following statement today after the FBI announced that it is re-examining emails sent by then-Secretary of State Hillary Clinton: “The FBI has a second chance to show that former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton is not above the law and complete a thorough investigation of her use of a private email server while in office. I strongly disagreed with the FBI’s decision back in June not to pursue a criminal case against her, and I’m calling for this case to be reopened and prosecuted just as if she were a private citizen. The handling of classified information is critical to protecting our national security, and Clinton showed a reckless disregard for national secrets and classified information by using a private server.” 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/parkersburg-news-and-sentinel-internet-access-necessary-for-growth Parkersburg News & Sentinel: Internet Access Necessary for Growth 2016-10-28 2016 2016-10 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 10.28.16 Parkersburg News & Sentinel: Internet Access Necessary for Growth PARKERSBURG, W.Va. In an op-ed for the Parkersburg News & Sentinel, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Internet Association President and CEO Michael Beckerman outlined the important benefits the internet offers to small businesses and local economies throughout the country. The op-ed highlights yesterdays small business crawl where Senator Capito toured four local downtown businesses to see how each is thriving due to expanded broadband accessibility. Parkersburg officially became a gig city last year, following an investment in high-speed internet that improved the regions broadband capabilities. Economic growth is only possible if we enable it, and policies that pursue broadband abundance and access can and should play a key role. Broadband access can revolutionize how West Virginians work and learn by linking rural communities to the national, and even global, economy. It is essential that all communities have access to internet platforms that will help them connect and compete on a global scale. Now more than ever, its time to make smart investments that give rural America access to internet-enabled economic growth like what we've seen firsthand in Parkersburg, they wrote in the op-ed. View the op-ed HERE and below. Internet Access Necessary for GrowthBy U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Internet Association President & CEO Michael Beckerman Parkersburg News & SentinelOctober 28, 2016 While the energy sector has served as a powerful engine of growth here in West Virginia since the Industrial Revolution, a new economic driver has made its way to the Mountain State: the internet. Not only has the internet changed the way West Virginians live and work, but it also has provided an opportunity for small businesses and consumers to engage in global commerce. Across the state, West Virginia businesses increasingly rely on the internet to market their products, and attract, retain, an… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://mckinley.house.gov/index.cfm?sectionid=49&itemid=1413 U.S. Rep. David McKinley Advocates For Increase In Historic Tax Credits During Wheeling Speech 2016-10-27 2016 2016-10 Republican House WV David McKinley M001180 mckinley.house.gov     legacy WHEELING — Rep. David B. McKinley said Wednesday he’ll work with West Virginia’s next governor to push for expanded historic rehabilitation tax credits, while pressing Congress to follow suit. McKinley, R-W.Va., said these credits incentivize private development, and they advocate for the restoration of dormant downtown districts. He cited several local properties revived because of tax credits, and said these buildings now contribute to the revitalization of Wheeling. “How a community treats its downtown is a manifestation of how it thinks about economic development,” McKinley said. “It hurts me every time I see another building come down because I know they could be restored.” McKinley’s talk was the second installment in the West Virginia Division of Culture and History’s Betty Woods “Snookie” Nutting Lecture Series at West Virginia Independence Hall. The subject of historic rehabilitation credits is timely because surrounding states such as Ohio and Pennsylvania offer 25-percent credits, compared to 10 percent in West Virginia. Some, such as Jake Dougherty of Wheeling Heritage and members of Wheeling City Council, believe a higher rate would change the rehabilitation game in Wheeling, enabling developers to take a fair shot at many of the city’s vacant structures. Historic tax credits are available through West Virginia’s State Historic Preservation Office and the National Park Service. They may be applied to a developer’s annual income tax only after a restoration project is complete, either in the year of the project’s completion or a year prior. According to SHPO, they are a dollar-for-dollar reduction in income tax liability, meaning a tax credit of $1 reduces the amount of income tax owed by $1. Properties either individually listed with the National Register of Historic Places, located within a national historic district or previously owned by someone of historic relevance may receive these credits. McKinley said West Virginia’s current credit was once com… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://mckinley.house.gov/index.cfm?sectionid=49&itemid=3060 U.S. Rep. David McKinley Advocates For Increase In Historic Tax Credits During Wheeling Speech 2016-10-27 2016 2016-10 Republican House WV David McKinley M001180 mckinley.house.gov     legacy WHEELING — Rep. David B. McKinley said Wednesday he’ll work with West Virginia’s next governor to push for expanded historic rehabilitation tax credits, while pressing Congress to follow suit. McKinley, R-W.Va., said these credits incentivize private development, and they advocate for the restoration of dormant downtown districts. He cited several local properties revived because of tax credits, and said these buildings now contribute to the revitalization of Wheeling. “How a community treats its downtown is a manifestation of how it thinks about economic development,” McKinley said. “It hurts me every time I see another building come down because I know they could be restored.” McKinley’s talk was the second installment in the West Virginia Division of Culture and History’s Betty Woods “Snookie” Nutting Lecture Series at West Virginia Independence Hall. The subject of historic rehabilitation credits is timely because surrounding states such as Ohio and Pennsylvania offer 25-percent credits, compared to 10 percent in West Virginia. Some, such as Jake Dougherty of Wheeling Heritage and members of Wheeling City Council, believe a higher rate would change the rehabilitation game in Wheeling, enabling developers to take a fair shot at many of the city’s vacant structures. Historic tax credits are available through West Virginia’s State Historic Preservation Office and the National Park Service. They may be applied to a developer’s annual income tax only after a restoration project is complete, either in the year of the project’s completion or a year prior. According to SHPO, they are a dollar-for-dollar reduction in income tax liability, meaning a tax credit of $1 reduces the amount of income tax owed by $1. Properties either individually listed with the National Register of Historic Places, located within a national historic district or previously owned by someone of historic relevance may receive these credits. McKinley said West Virginia’s current credit was once competitive, but has not been adjusted to m… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/-capito-and-manchin-announce-more-than-9-million-in-economic-development-grants Capito and Manchin Announce More Than $9 Million in Economic Development Grants 2016-10-27 2016 2016-10 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 10.27.16 Capito and Manchin Announce More Than $9 Million in Economic Development Grants EDA and ARC funding will support programs throughout West Virginia and in hard-hit coal communities WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) today announced several grants through the Economic Development Administration (EDA) and Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) totaling $9,335,158. This funding aims to grow West Virginias economy and will support a variety of projects and programs in Cabell, Kanawha, Marion, Mercer, Mingo, Monongalia, Nicholas, Putnam, Randolph and Webster counties, with the potential to impact several more. I have worked vigorously to help address the needs of West Virginias struggling coal communities, including making certain that EDA and ARC officials understand the unique challenges facing our state. Although federal funding wont undo the harmful effects of overreaching regulations, I am hopeful that the grants announced today will have a positive impact on West Virginias road to economic recovery, said Senator Capito. In May 2015, Senator Capito invited Assistant Secretary Williams to visit West Virginia and see the states challenges firsthand. This May, Senator Capito hosted a meeting with the West Virginia delegation and Assistant Secretary Williams about the need for investments made by EDA to bolster the states most distressed communities and get West Virginians back to work. This administrations harmful regulations have devastated our states economy but we must continue to fight to make sure every out-of-work coal miner has access to meaningful job opportunities, Senator Manchin said. That is why over the past year I have been hosting job and resource fairs throughout the state, to connect hardworking West Virginians with meaningful employment and job training opportunities. I have always said that government cannot create every job, but it … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/capito-and-manchin-announce-investments-to-boost-economy-and-create-jobs-in-bluefield Capito and Manchin Announce Investments to Boost Economy and Create Jobs in Bluefield 2016-10-27 2016 2016-10 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 10.27.16 Capito and Manchin Announce Investments to Boost Economy and Create Jobs in Bluefield Bluefield will benefit from more than $2 million EDA investment WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) today announced that Bluefield will receive $2,040,000 from the Economic Development Administration (EDA) to invest in development of an industrial incubator to serve start-up businesses in Bluefield. This region has been hit particularly hard by the decline in coal production, and this investment will help to strengthen the regional economy. The industrial incubator will create jobs, promote entrepreneurship and innovation, and will further develop West Virginias economy. Startups can power our small communities and bring new opportunities to the Mountain State, especially in areas that have been negatively impacted by harmful anti-coal policies. When I visited the Bluefield Commercialization Center in March, I saw the important role it can play in growing our economy and our manufacturing industry for years to come. I test drove a remote controlled lawnmower that is being manufactured at this facility and learned how the large space offered by the 60,000 square foot facility is boosting small manufacturing businesses. Incubator projects are needed to lay the groundwork for tech innovation in Southern West Virginia, and I am glad this valuable funding is being awarded to the City of Bluefield, said Senator Capito. Since, the founding of our state, West Virginians have always been hardworking and refused to accept the state quo. Today, as we work to strengthen and diversify West Virginias economy, we must make sure that our private and public sectors are working together, Senator Manchin said. This funding will help our state overcome its economic challenges by helping to foster sustainable growth, entrepreneurship, and fostering sustainable growth in Bluefield. Th… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/capito-hosts-internet-association-in-parkersburg-to-highlight-importance-of-internet-for-small-businesses Capito Hosts Internet Association in Parkersburg to Highlight Importance of Internet for Small Businesses 2016-10-27 2016 2016-10 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 10.27.16 Capito Hosts Internet Association in Parkersburg to Highlight Importance of Internet for Small Businesses PARKERSBURG, W.Va. Today U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) was joined by the Internet Association in Parkersburg where they met with small businesses and discussed the importance of the internet in expanding Parkersburgs economy. Todays tour showcased what the internet can do to grow, sustain and establish small businesses right here in West Virginia. Because of its reliable, high-speed internet service, Parkersburg has become an attractive destination for businesses to set up shop and expand their customer base beyond the Mountain State, said Senator Capito. Affordable internet is crucial to economic growth in West Virginia, and I will continue to urge the public and private sectors to work together and deploy this critical asset to more areas across our state. Parkersburg exemplifies how the power of the internet can help small businesses grow and compete globally, said Internet Association Senior Vice President, public policy and government affairs, Gina Woodworth. When small business owners have internet platforms, global markets, and a high-speed connection at their fingertips, they can reach new customers faster and more efficiently than ever before. Internet-enabled commerce is the key to our future economic success. Senator Capito and the Internet Association met with four small businesses in Parkersburg that use the internet to connect with customers, grow their businesses, and utilize the citys high-speed broadband connections. The first stop on the Parkersburg tour was The Coffee Bar, which uses social media platforms to expand its online presence and sells t-shirts, mugs, and other goods on an e-commerce platform. The second stop was a ribbon cutting that welcomed Netranom to downtown Parkersburg. Netranom, an IT support company, recently opened an office in Parkersburg to take advantage of the high-speed internet in the city. Next, the tour visited the Schrader… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/capito-statement-on-double-digit-obamacare-rate-increases Capito Statement on Double-Digit Obamacare Rate Increases 2016-10-25 2016 2016-10 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 10.25.16 Capito Statement on Double-Digit Obamacare Rate Increases WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) released the following statement regarding the double-digit rate increase for health insurance under Obamacare: The sharp increase in health insurance rates is further proof that Obamacare is failing to deliver what it promised: affordable, quality health care. Families in West Virginia and across the country that are already struggling to make ends meet and those living on fixed incomes simply cannot afford to pay hundreds of dollars more per month with this double-digit increase. Yet, these hard-working Americans are stuck footing the bill for this broken law. Its time to revisit the many problems with Obamacare and pursue reforms that actually deliver the affordable care all Americans deserve. According to the Department of Health and Human Services, the average monthly Obamacare premiums for the second-lowest cost silver plans for a 27-year old in West Virginia will increase by 32 percent in 2017. West Virginias benchmark increase is even higher than the national average increase of 25 percent for 2017, and significantly higher than the benchmark national increases of 7.5 percent for 2016 and 2 percent in 2015. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/capito-and-manchin-announce-17m-in-fema-funding-for-flood-recovery-efforts Capito & Manchin Announce $1.7M in FEMA Funding for Flood Recovery Efforts 2016-10-24 2016 2016-10 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 10.24.16 Capito & Manchin Announce $1.7M in FEMA Funding for Flood Recovery Efforts WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) today announced $1,710,060 from the U.S. Department of Homeland Securitys Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for the State of West Virginia. The $1.7 million grant will be used by the Nicholas County School District for emergency protective measures to secure temporary facilities destroyed or damaged as a result of the historic flooding in West Virginia on June 23. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://mooney.house.gov/media-center/in-the-news/better-way-economy A Better Way: Economy 2016-10-20 2016 2016-10 Republican House WV Alex Mooney M001195 mooney.house.gov     legacy Appeared First in The Record Delta The last eight years have seen the Obama Administration lead the country through the weakest economic recovery in our nation’s history. The President’s progressive agenda of increased taxes, burdensome regulations, and government mandates is growing the public sector at the expense of the private sector.  As a result, our economy has grown slower under President Obama than it has under any President since the Great Depression. The truth is that President Obama’s policies have stood in the way of the economic growth and job creation that America needs. To illustrate this point, look at the effect of government regulations on our economy. In 2015 alone, bureaucratic red tape cost the nation over $1.89 trillion dollars of lost productivity and growth potential, according to the Competitive Enterprise Institute. This is money that could be better used to create jobs and expand the economy in West Virginia. That is why I have been working with my colleagues in Congress to create a new economic agenda that empowers small business and creates jobs for hardworking West Virginians and all Americans. This past July, the House Republican Conference, led by Speaker Paul Ryan, released a bold new agenda called “A Better Way.” This plan outlines our party’s vision for the future of America; the best place in the world to raise a family, start a business, and retire with security.  Two major focuses of the “Better Way” agenda are regulatory reform and increased energy production. Repealing harmful regulations will make our economy more efficient, empowering small business owners instead of the Washington bureaucrats. This fresh approach will also lead to a domestic energy boom, helping to drive down prices for consumers, while creating good paying jobs and reducing our dependence on the Middle East to meet our energy needs. As a member of the House Natural Resources Committee, I am working to cultivate West Virginia’s energy resources in a way that promotes jobs and the economy. You can count … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/capito-inhofe-statement-on-caa-321a-court-decision Capito, Inhofe Statement on CAA 321(a) Court Decision 2016-10-19 2016 2016-10 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 10.19.16 Capito, Inhofe Statement on CAA 321(a) Court Decision WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), chairwoman of the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) CommitteesClean Air and Nuclear Safety Subcommittee and U.S. Senator Jim Inhofe (R-Okla.), chairman of the EPW Committee, today released a statement on the West Virginia federal district courts decision that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has not been in compliancewith section 321(a) of the Clean Air Act and must startevaluating how regulations impact American jobs. For years, I have called on EPA to follow the law and consider the economic impacts of its regulations, Senator Capito said. EPA has gone to great lengths to avoid the concerns of those most affected by its far-reaching regulations, crafting policies that fail to consider true economic costs like the thousands of jobs that have been lost throughout West Virginia. Im pleased that Judge Bailey has ordered EPA to finally start the process of considering those impacts. This decision from the West Virginia federal district court is long overdue, Senator Inhofe said. Despite clear requirements in the Clean Air Act, the EPA has failed to conduct analyses of how its unilateral regulations are affecting businesses and hard-working Americans across the country. Given that the EPA under this administration has greatly increased the volume of job-killing regulations, this court decision is a welcome and necessary step to protecting American jobs.I have worked to legislatively hold EPA accountable to the law, and I will continue to closely monitor the agency to ensure this review is done right. Background On March 26, 2014, Sen. Inhofe and 30 co-sponsors introduced S. 2161, the EPA Employment Impact Analysis Act, a bill that would prohibit the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) from finalizing any major regulation until the agency analyzes the economic impact of its current air regulations as required under Section 321(a) of the Clean Air Act. On Ma… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senators-capito-and-manchin-announce-27-million-in-fema-funding-for-flood-recovery-efforts Senators Capito & Manchin Announce $2.7 Million in FEMA Funding for Flood Recovery Efforts 2016-10-19 2016 2016-10 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 10.19.16 Senators Capito & Manchin Announce $2.7 Million in FEMA Funding for Flood Recovery Efforts WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) today announced $2,683,773 from the U.S. Department of Homeland Securitys Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for the State of West Virginia. The $2.7 million grant will be used by the Nicholas County School District for emergency protective measures to secure temporary facilities destroyed or damaged as a result of the historic flooding in West Virginia on June 23. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://mckinley.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=273 McKinley Holds Agriculture Tour 2016-10-18 2016 2016-10 Republican House WV David McKinley M001180 mckinley.house.gov     legacy McKinley Holds Agriculture Tour Tour included stops in Wetzel and Pleasants counties to hear from constituents in agriculture Congressman David B. McKinley, P.E., (WV-1) made several stops throughout the First District to meet farmers and discuss many of the issues they currently face. The agriculture tour was organized by the Farm Credit of the Virginias and included stops at Henderson's Farms in Littleton which raises cattle, lambs, and ewes, Cunningham Farm in St. Mary's which raises cattle, and Howell's Gristmill outside of New Martinsville. Congressman McKinley was joined at each stop by officials from the West Virginia Farm Bureau and the Farm Credit of the Virginias. Farmers and small business owners in the agriculture industry play an important role in keeping our economy strong while also maintaining our local heritage. At each of the stops I listened to the challenges they face, from overregulation to the lack of reliable internet and phone service, and poor roads, said McKinley. This tour gave me an opportunity to meet directly with farmers and their workers, view their operations, talk about the importance of agriculture education, and discuss how we can keep the industry vibrant throughout our state. These are hardworking people just trying to provide for their families and communities, and they deserve to be heard, McKinley said. By listening to their concerns we can be more effective advocating for them in Washington. Going forward, we must continue to preserve our agricultural heritage through programs like the Future Farmers of America (FFA) program and the Agricultural Extension Program so that future generations can keep this industry strong, said McKinley. This is the second agriculture tour led by Congressman McKinley. In May 2014, he toured in several farms in Mineral, Grant, and Hardy counties. Congressman McKinley has been recognized as a Friend of the Farm Bureau for his support of issues important to farmers and ranchers. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/monongalia-county-receives-high-intensity-drug-trafficking-area-designation Monongalia County Receives High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area Designation 2016-10-13 2016 2016-10 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 10.13.16 Monongalia County Receives High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area Designation WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) and Representative David B. McKinley, P.E. (R-W.Va.) applauded the designation of Monongalia County, West Virginia as a High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA). Monongalia is one of 18 counties nationwide that was announced by Director of National Drug Control Policy Michael Botticelli. The HIDTA designation will enable Monongalia County to receive federal resources to further the coordination and development of drug control efforts among federal, state and local law enforcement officials. It also will allow local agencies to benefit from ongoing HIDTA-coordinated initiatives working to reduce drug use and its consequences across the United States. On July 20, 2016, Senators Manchin and Capito, Representatives McKinley, Evan Jenkins (R-WV) and Alex Mooney (R-WV) sent a letter to Director Botticelli encouraging the designation of Monongalia County as HIDTA County. We must embrace and intensify prevention strategies in order to have an impact on the drug epidemic that is devastating far too many families. Programs like HIDTA help coordinate initiatives that reduce drug use and abuse. This is why I supported funding for HIDTA as a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, and why I have worked with Director Botticelli and my colleagues to advocate for this crucial designation for Monongalia County. This announcement is encouraging news for our state, said Senator Capito. The health and safety of our West Virginia families and communities depends upon ending the drug abuse epidemic, Senator Manchin said. To put a stop to this epidemic, it is absolutely critical that our local law enforcement officials and drug task forces have the resources they need to combat the influx of drugs coming into our state. It has been one of my top priorities to address our states drug abuse crisis, and I am very pleased to have worked wit… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://mckinley.house.gov/index.cfm?sectionid=49&itemid=1414 Representative David McKinley and Senator Capito Partner Hold 'Academy Days' 2016-10-08 2016 2016-10 Republican House WV David McKinley M001180 mckinley.house.gov     legacy Senator Shelley Moore Capito partnered with representative David McKinley Saturday at University High School to help local high school students. The Academy Day is meant to provide information to students about admission to U.S. Service academies, and available ROTC scholarships.  "The Academy Days are wonderful. One of the biggest hurdles that we see is the lack of information and knowledge about the academies themselves. To have this opportunity where the kids can come in, the families can come in, and learn what the academies actually are, what that opportunity is, how it differs from a regular college experience and what opportunities it provides. It's immeasurable," said Chris Kinney, Major. Admission representatives from the Air Force, Coast Guard, Military/Army, Naval and Merchant Marines were available to answer questions. Representative David McKinley and Senator Capito made remarks and a panel discussion was held by Senator Capito's staff to provide information on academy nominations. "The best and the brightest students have an opportunity to not only have a great education, but they are going to learn leadership skills. So coming together like this. We have all of the academies together, they contrast some of the styles and operations of each of the Academy institutions," said Representative David McKinley.  Luke Knollinger from Wheeling Park High School says it has been his goal to attend a service academy from a very young age. He applied to the navel and Air Force Academy.  "It's definitely a great benefit to anyone who is applying. Whether from young ages, or even just interested. I've been attending these. I attended a few over the years, and it's definitely helped me throughout the process," said Knollinger.  Representatives from local ROTC scholarship programs also discussed program details with prospective students and their families. "So all of this is going to make our nation better. To keep that America Great. I'm just delighted to be a part of this and it wa… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://mckinley.house.gov/index.cfm?sectionid=49&itemid=3064 Representative David McKinley and Senator Capito Partner Hold 'Academy Days' 2016-10-08 2016 2016-10 Republican House WV David McKinley M001180 mckinley.house.gov     legacy Senator Shelley Moore Capito partnered with representative David McKinley Saturday at University High School to help local high school students. The Academy Day is meant to provide information to students about admission to U.S. Service academies, and available ROTC scholarships.  "The Academy Days are wonderful. One of the biggest hurdles that we see is the lack of information and knowledge about the academies themselves. To have this opportunity where the kids can come in, the families can come in, and learn what the academies actually are, what that opportunity is, how it differs from a regular college experience and what opportunities it provides. It's immeasurable," said Chris Kinney, Major. Admission representatives from the Air Force, Coast Guard, Military/Army, Naval and Merchant Marines were available to answer questions. Representative David McKinley and Senator Capito made remarks and a panel discussion was held by Senator Capito's staff to provide information on academy nominations. "The best and the brightest students have an opportunity to not only have a great education, but they are going to learn leadership skills. So coming together like this. We have all of the academies together, they contrast some of the styles and operations of each of the Academy institutions," said Representative David McKinley.  Luke Knollinger from Wheeling Park High School says it has been his goal to attend a service academy from a very young age. He applied to the navel and Air Force Academy.  "It's definitely a great benefit to anyone who is applying. Whether from young ages, or even just interested. I've been attending these. I attended a few over the years, and it's definitely helped me throughout the process," said Knollinger.  Representatives from local ROTC scholarship programs also discussed program details with prospective students and their families. "So all of this is going to make our nation better. To keep that America Great. I'm just delighted to be a part of this and it was wonderful to see the t… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://mckinley.house.gov/index.cfm?sectionid=49&itemid=1412 U.S. Rep. David McKinley Honored for Manufacturing Support in Brooke County 2016-10-07 2016 2016-10 Republican House WV David McKinley M001180 mckinley.house.gov     legacy WELLSBURG —  Thursday, Eagle Manufacturing President Joe Eddy acknowledged U.S. Rep. David McKinley, R-W.Va., with the National Award for Legislative Excellence from the National Association of Manufacturers. The award is given by representatives of large, small and medium sized manufacturing companies to federal lawmakers who support legislation favoring their industry at least 70 percent of the time. The presentation was part of an observance of National Manufacturing Day that also brought representatives of about 20 manufacturing companies and 39 Brooke High School students to Eagle’s facilities. Eddy said McKinley has fought against over-regulation of the coal industry and others, supported tax incentives for businesses to revitalize abandoned properties and pursue research and development. Eddy was joined by Rebecca McPhail, president of the West Virginia Manufacturers Association, and Jerry Hodge, senior director of the National Association of Manufacturers. “The work of Congressman McKinley to support and encourage the growth of manufacturing has been and will continue to be a key element of strengthening the manufacturing industry and our state. West Virginia is fortunate to have such strong representation at the federal level,” McPhail said. McKinley said he was honored to receive the award and had high respect for Eagle, a 122-year-old family-owned company that started in glass production, became a leading producer of fuel cans and now specializes in a wide array of containers, large and small, used to safely store and contain hazardous and other materials. Asked his stance on the controversial Trans-Pacific Partnership free trade deal, McKinley said, “There’s no way I’m going to support it. It ain’t going to happen.” He likened the proposed trade deal to the North America and Central America free trade agreements, which he said hurt domestic industries. “We want fair trade, not free trade,” he said, adding he will continue to push for fines collected from countries c… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://mckinley.house.gov/index.cfm?sectionid=49&itemid=3056 U.S. Rep. David McKinley Honored for Manufacturing Support in Brooke County 2016-10-07 2016 2016-10 Republican House WV David McKinley M001180 mckinley.house.gov     legacy WELLSBURG —  Thursday, Eagle Manufacturing President Joe Eddy acknowledged U.S. Rep. David McKinley, R-W.Va., with the National Award for Legislative Excellence from the National Association of Manufacturers. The award is given by representatives of large, small and medium sized manufacturing companies to federal lawmakers who support legislation favoring their industry at least 70 percent of the time. The presentation was part of an observance of National Manufacturing Day that also brought representatives of about 20 manufacturing companies and 39 Brooke High School students to Eagle’s facilities. Eddy said McKinley has fought against over-regulation of the coal industry and others, supported tax incentives for businesses to revitalize abandoned properties and pursue research and development. Eddy was joined by Rebecca McPhail, president of the West Virginia Manufacturers Association, and Jerry Hodge, senior director of the National Association of Manufacturers. “The work of Congressman McKinley to support and encourage the growth of manufacturing has been and will continue to be a key element of strengthening the manufacturing industry and our state. West Virginia is fortunate to have such strong representation at the federal level,” McPhail said. McKinley said he was honored to receive the award and had high respect for Eagle, a 122-year-old family-owned company that started in glass production, became a leading producer of fuel cans and now specializes in a wide array of containers, large and small, used to safely store and contain hazardous and other materials. Asked his stance on the controversial Trans-Pacific Partnership free trade deal, McKinley said, “There’s no way I’m going to support it. It ain’t going to happen.” He likened the proposed trade deal to the North America and Central America free trade agreements, which he said hurt domestic industries. “We want fair trade, not free trade,” he said, adding he will continue to push for fines collected from countries charged with dumping subsidi… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://mckinley.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=234 McKinley Calls for Action on Coal Miner Health Care and Pensions 2016-10-07 2016 2016-10 Republican House WV David McKinley M001180 mckinley.house.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. Congressman David B. McKinley, P.E., (WV-1) released this statement after beneficiaries of the Patriot Retirees Voluntary Employees' Beneficiary Association (VEBA) received a letter stating that funding for their health benefits could run out on December 31st of this year. share: f t Congressman David B. McKinley, P.E., (WV-1) released this statement after beneficiaries of the Patriot Retirees Voluntary Employees' Beneficiary Association (VEBA) received a letter stating that funding for their health benefits could run out on December 31st of this year. Our coal miners have powered America for many decades and they deserve the pensions and health benefits they were promised. We have been working on this issue for almost five years and have offered a solution that will allow coal miner retirees and their family members to keep the benefits they earned. It is long past due for Congress to act, said McKinley. The letter released today shows how urgent this is. Republicans and Democrats should come together and send a bill to the President as soon as we return from fall recess so that coal mining families can have peace of mind, knowing their benefits are no longer at risk, McKinley said. Background The VEBA letter warns that almost 6,000 people in West Virginia could lose their health benefits by the end of the year. When other companies are included, over 20,000 retired coal miners and their family members are at risk of losing their health benefits because of bankruptcies to the coal industry. Congressman McKinley has been working on this issue for nearly five years. After working with the United Mine Workers of America (UMWA), coal operators, and other industry stakeholders, he introduced The Coal Healthcare and Pensions Protection Act. This bill protects pension benefits for 120,000 retirees and their families, and the health care coverage of 20,000 retirees threatened by coal company bankruptcies. This legislation requires excess fund… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/capito-and-manchin-statement-on-patriot-voluntary-employee-beneficial-association-letter Capito and Manchin Statement on Patriot Voluntary Employee Beneficial Association Letter 2016-10-07 2016 2016-10 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 10.07.16 Capito and Manchin Statement on Patriot Voluntary Employee Beneficial Association Letter WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) issued this joint statement about a Patriot Voluntary Employee Beneficial Association (Patriot VEBA) letter notifying beneficiaries it will run out of money on December 31, 2016. The letter was sent to approximately 12,500 coal mine retirees and their dependents, including 5,000 West Virginians, on October 5, 2016: Its no secret that Americas coal communities are suffering, and this letter is just the latest in a string of bad news for our miners. Without the Miners Protection Act, the situation for communities in our state and in other coal producing areas will get even worse. Together, we are putting all of our energy behind passing this bipartisan legislation before years end. We urge our Senate colleagues to recognize the uncertain futures facing our miners and join our efforts before its too late. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/west-virginia-to-receive-17-million-for-flood-recovery West Virginia to Receive $17 Million for Flood Recovery 2016-10-07 2016 2016-10 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 10.07.16 West Virginia to Receive $17 Million for Flood Recovery WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.), along with Representatives David McKinley (R-W.Va.), Alex Mooney (R-W.Va.) and Evan Jenkins (R-W.Va.), announced that West Virginia will receive $17 million in disaster recovery funding from the Department of Housing and Urban Developments (HUD) Community Development Block GrantDisaster Recovery (CDBG) program. This program was included in the recently passed Continuing Appropriations and Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2017, and Zika Response and Preparedness Act. This disaster recovery funding will bring relief to our state as it continues to grapple with the devastation from this summers flooding, and I was determined to see that West Virginias needs not be overlooked. There is still a long road ahead, but this funding is a significant down payment for our communities requiring immediate help. As a member of the Appropriations Committee, I will keep working to secure additional funding to rebuild infrastructure, help families recover and get businesses up and running, said Senator Capito. Although West Virginians have a great deal of work to do, the spirit of neighbors helping neighbors is stronger than ever before. This funding is an important first installment to support ongoing efforts to rebuild homes, businesses, schools and communities that were devastated this summer as a result of the historic flooding, Senator Manchin said. I will continue to fight to ensure that West Virginia receives its fair share of federal disaster recovery funding so we can rebuild the strong, sustainable communities our people deserve. These funds are another down payment for future West Virginia flood aid. I will continue to use my role on the House Appropriations Committee to advocate for more funding that we need to help us rebuild, said Congressman Jenkins. The announcement of this grant is welcome ne… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/capito-manchin-announce-nearly-200k-for-rural-business-development-in-west-virginia Capito, Manchin Announce Nearly $200K for Rural Business Development in West Virginia 2016-10-06 2016 2016-10 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 10.06.16 Capito, Manchin Announce Nearly $200K for Rural Business Development in West Virginia WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) announced $191,000 from the U.S. Department of Agricultures (USDA) Rural Business Development program. Four organizations in Barbour, Hardy and Monroe counties will use this funding for individual business development projects. West Virginia small businesses are an integral part of our states economy. This funding will not only help promote local farmers, support new and existing agriculture programs and establish a new retail business incubator, it will help put these communities on a path toward long-term success, said Senator Capito, a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee. These investments in our rural communities will provide much needed resources to West Virginia small businesses, Senator Manchin said. Helping local businesses to expand is a smart investment and will help improve the quality of life for residents of our communities, attract new businesses that create jobs, and make West Virginia a better place to live, work, and play. The individual award amounts below: $53,000 Monroe County Council on Aging: Funding will be used for the restoration of the Old Greenville School (OGS) to support the Farm to School, Farm to Family and Farm to Business initiatives through the Monroe Farm Market Cooperative in Monroe County. $53,000 Farm Work Wonders Corporation: Funding will be used for the operation and marketing of the Wardensville Garden Market which will promote local farmers and specialty agriculture products in Hardy and Hampshire Counties. $32,000 Eastern WV Community & Technical College Foundation: Funding will be used for the development and implementation of agriculture development program including Agriculture Action Council, Ag-Innovation Program, Farm Transition Plan and Bicohar Research and Education Initiative. $53,000 Barbour County Development Authori… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/delegation-urges-hud-to-allocate-funding-to-west-virginia-flood-recovery Delegation Urges HUD to Allocate Funding To West Virginia Flood Recovery 2016-10-06 2016 2016-10 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 10.06.16 Delegation Urges HUD to Allocate Funding To West Virginia Flood Recovery WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.), along with Representatives David McKinley (R-W.Va.), Alex Mooney (R-W.Va.) and Evan Jenkins (R-W.Va.), sent a letter to Housing and Urban Development Secretary Julian Castro in support of disaster recovery funding for West Virginia from the Community Development Block GrantDisaster Recovery (CDBG) program included in the recently passed Continuing Appropriations and Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2017, and Zika Response and Preparedness Act. In the letter, the delegation urged Secretary Castro to allocate a fair portion of the disaster recovery funds included in the Continuing Appropriations Act to aid West Virginia in rebuilding from Junes catastrophic floods. The Department of Housing and Urban Development will allocate funds from the Continuing Appropriations Act to states based on unmet disaster recovery needs. Recognizing that additional funding beyond the down payment included in the Continuing Appropriations Act will be necessary, the delegation also requested that West Virginia be included in any disaster supplemental appropriations proposal that the administration submits to Congress later this year. Read the full letter below or download it here. The Honorable Julian Castro Secretary U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development 451 7th Street Southwest Washington, D.C. 20410 Dear Secretary Castro: On June 23, 2016, West Virginia was devastated by catastrophic flooding that claimed the lives of 23 people. Twelve West Virginia counties were declared federal disaster areas as a result of the flood. In some areas, as much as 10 inches of rain fell in a 24 hour period. Forecasters have described the event as a thousand year flood. More than three months later, five counties in our state remain under a state of emergency. While a number of federal government ag… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://mooney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-alex-x-mooney-wv-2-announces-rural-business-development Congressman Alex X. Mooney (WV-2) Announces Rural Business Development Grant for Hardy and Hampshire Counties 2016-10-05 2016 2016-10 Republican House WV Alex Mooney M001195 mooney.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON D.C. – Today, Congressman Alex X. Mooney announced $85,000 in grant funding from the United States Department of Agriculture “The United States Department of Agriculture announced $85,000 worth of grant funding for rural development in Hardy and Hampshire Counties. These grants will help promote local farmers and products while developing and implementing new and innovative farming techniques. If my office can ever be of assistance in helping secure more grants like these I encourage local organizations and individuals to reach out to my office at any time,” said Rep. Alex X. Mooney. Specific Grant Information Listed Below: Eastern WV Community and Technical College Foundation (WV-2) (HARDY COUNTY) Rural Development grant of $32,000 Project Description: Rural Development funds will be used for the development and implementation of agriculture development program including Agriculture Action Council, Ag-Innovation Program, Farm Transition Plan and Bicohar Research and Education Initiative. Farm Work Wonders Corporation (WV-2) (HARDY COUNTY) Rural Development grant of $53,000 Project Description:   Rural Development funds will be used for the operation and marketing of the Wardensville Garden Market which will promote local farmers and specialty agriculture products in Hardy and Hampshire Counties. Alex X. Mooney represents West Virginia’s Second Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives. He is a member of the Budget and Natural Resources Committees. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/capito-and-manchin-applaud-new-mine-rescue-and-emergency-preparedness-funding Capito and Manchin Applaud New Mine Rescue and Emergency Preparedness Funding 2016-10-05 2016 2016-10 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 10.05.16 Capito and Manchin Applaud New Mine Rescue and Emergency Preparedness Funding WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) welcomed a $171,805 award for West Virginia University (WVU) from the U.S. Department of Labors Mine Safety and Health Administration. The funding will support mine rescue and mine emergency preparedness efforts. WVU is one of six organizations receiving funding through the Brookwood-Sago Grant Program, which promotes mine safety, while honoring the West Virginia miners lost in the 2006 Sago Mine disaster. The program was created by the MINER Act, which Senator Capito introduced while serving in the U.S. House of Representatives. The award will enhance mine safety by funding the development and implementation of a series of realistic mine safety training exercises. Coal mining is a proud tradition here in the Mountain State, but it is not without risks, and I cannot stress enough the importance of mine safety, said Senator Capito, a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee. This funding will allow WVU to invest in training programs that will equip mine rescue teams and fire brigades with the right tools. I was Governor during the Sago, Aracoma and Upper Big Branch disasters and I have seen firsthand the need for increased mine safety standards. Following those disasters, I fought for stronger mine safety practices and equipment to protect our miners and make sure they come home to their families every day. A strong mining industry begins with a strong commitment to the safety of our miners. For many West Virginia families, mining is a way of life and has been an important part of our states culture and livelihood for decades. Im pleased to see WVU receive this funding that will enable them to continue investing in programs that better prepare our mine rescue teams, Senator Manchin said. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/capito-highlights-local-impact-of-anti-coal-regulations-at-southern-west-virginia-hearing Capito Highlights Local Impact of Anti-Coal Regulations at Southern West Virginia Hearing 2016-10-05 2016 2016-10 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 10.05.16 Capito Highlights Local Impact of Anti-Coal Regulations at Southern West Virginia Hearing Hearing gives voice to those most directly affected by misguided regulations LOGAN, W.Va. Today, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Chairman of the U.S. Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committees Clean Air and Nuclear Safety Subcommittee, chaired a field hearing in Southern West Virginia focused on the local impacts of EPAs climate regulations. Senator Capito released this statement following the hearing at the Chief Logan Conference Center in Logan: The litany of anti-coal regulations put forward by this administration doesnt just impact coal companies. It impacts every vendor in the supply chain, every coal miner and their family, and every community where fewer incomes mean fewer sales and less revenue, said Senator Capito. Coal jobs are good jobs, but these jobs have been under attack, and bankruptcies in the coal industry have jeopardized promised heath care benefits to retired miners. Todays hearing provided a platform for those most directly affected by the administrations harmful regulations to have their voices heard. The EPA never came to West Virginia when it crafted these regulations. Todays hearing accomplishes what the EPA was never willing to. Download Senator Capitos opening statement HERE. Watch video of the hearing HERE. U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) and U.S. Representative Evan Jenkins (R-W.Va.) participated in the hearing, along with West Virginians who have directly felt the impacts of EPAs regulations. Witnesses included Eugene M. Trisko, Counsel to United Mine Workers of America; coal miner Jimmy Dale Bo Copley II; Wayne County Commission President Robert E. Pasley; Karan Ireland, West Virginia Solar United Neighborhoods Program Director; and West Virginia University law professor James M. Van Nostrand. Senator Capito was joined by Senator Manchin and Congressm… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://mckinley.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=212 McKinley Announces Funding for WVU to Strengthen Mine Saftey 2016-10-04 2016 2016-10 Republican House WV David McKinley M001180 mckinley.house.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. Congressman David B. McKinley, P.E., (WV-1) announced that West Virginia University will receive a Brookwood-Sago grant from the U.S. Department of Labor in the amount of $171,805 to support mine rescue and emergency preparedness for underground mines. share: f t Congressman David B. McKinley, P.E., (WV-1) announced that West Virginia University will receive a Brookwood-Sago grant from the U.S. Department of Labor in the amount of $171,805 to support mine rescue and emergency preparedness for underground mines. Our miners risk their lives every single day to help power America and we need to make sure their safety remains one of our highest priorities. This grant will strengthen mine rescue training operations so that our emergency personnel are better prepared and have the tools they need to respond in the event of a crisis, said McKinley. Background on Brookwood-Sago Grants The Brookwood-Sago grant program was established under the Mine Improvement and New Emergency Response Act of 2006 to promote mine safety in honor of the 25 men who died in Brookwood, Alabama in 2001 at the Jim Walter Resources #5 mine, and the Sago Mine in Buchannon, West Virginia in 2006. To learn more about this grant, click here. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/-capito-clyburn-focus-on-telehealth-broadband-during-north-central-west-virginia-visit Capito, Clyburn Focus on Telehealth, Broadband During North Central West Virginia Visit 2016-10-04 2016 2016-10 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 10.04.16 Capito, Clyburn Focus on Telehealth, Broadband During North Central West Virginia Visit Reliable Internet access is needed to improve rural health care MORGANTOWN, W.VA. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) hosted Federal Communications Commissioner MignonClyburn at Preston Memorial Hospital and West Virginia University (WVU) to draw attention to West Virginias broadband challenges and the importance of telehealth in rural states. Senator Capito invited Commissioner Clyburn to visit West Virginia as part of her #ConnectingCommunities Tour. During a tour of Preston Memorial Hospital, Senator Capito and Commissioner Clyburn heard first-hand about the importance of robust, affordable broadband access at this small, rural hospital. In rural states like West Virginia, patients can benefit from less expensive and more convenient care options through telehealth but only if they have access to affordable high-speed Internet. The roundtable focused on the intersection of broadband and health. With the tools the FCC highlighted, including its Connect2HealthFCC Initiative, West Virginia communities are now in a better position to make the case for why broadband is not only imperative but urgent to improve health care access. For example, hospital employees shared the challenges they face with connectivity when trying to build new code and download electronic health records. The message from this event was simple: availability of high-speed Internet is critical to expanding telemedicine opportunities. Until we address the states lack of connectivity, West Virginians wont be able to leverage all the advancements that are possible through telehealth, including improved access to care and lower costs, said Senator Capito. I appreciate Commissioner Clyburns willingness to join us and learn about the challenges facing our state as we work to expand broadband. The challenges of providing health care, educational an… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/capito-and-manchin-announce-land-and-water-conservation-fund-grants- Capito and Manchin Announce Land and Water Conservation Fund Grants 2016-10-04 2016 2016-10 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 10.04.16 Capito and Manchin Announce Land and Water Conservation Fund Grants WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) today announced that several local governments in West Virginia will receive grants totaling $418,473 from the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF). The State Side of the LWCF provides matching grants to states and local governments for the acquisition and development of public outdoor recreation areas and facilities. As a strong supporter of the Land and Water Conservation Fund, I am glad more than $400,000 in funding will benefit West Virginias community parks. These grants will keep our outdoor spaces updated so West Virginians can get outside and enjoy the parks across our beautiful state, said Senator Capito. As a lifelong, avid sportsman, Im thrilled that more than $400,000 in funding will go towards community parks throughout West Virginia, Senator Manchin said. In our state, hunting, fishing and outdoor activities are family traditions that help foster a deep and lasting appreciation for all the outdoors have to offer. This funding will help us protect these traditions and preserve our outdoor heritage for generations to come. Individual awards are listed below: $60,000 Boone County Commission. Funds will be used for Waterways Park Outdoor Stage and ADA Improvements. $100,000 Brooke County Commission. Funds will provide assistance to replace the pool and upgrade the bathhouse at Brooke Hills Park. $40,000 City of Clarksburg. Funds will enable the construction of new restroom facilities at City Park. $33,393 City of Clarksburg. Funds will be used to replace existing hilltop shelter at Veterans Memorial Park with an upgraded group shelter $25,000 City of Dunbar. Funds will be used to construct a new group picnic shelter and install new playground equipment at the Dunbar City Park. $60,000 City of Lewisburg. Funds will be used to install and/or replace baseball field lights at Dorrie… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://mckinley.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=206 McKinley Announces Funding for Local Police Departments 2016-10-03 2016 2016-10 Republican House WV David McKinley M001180 mckinley.house.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. Congressman David B. McKinley, P.E., (WV-1) announced that the City of Cameron and the Parkersburg Police Department have been awarded grants from the Department of Justice to help strengthen crime prevention efforts. The City of Cameron will receive $123,263 and the Parkersburg Police Department will receive $250,000. These funds will be used to hire new law enforcement officers to increase each department's policing capacity. share: f t Congressman David B. McKinley, P.E., (WV-1) announced that the City of Cameron and the Parkersburg Police Department have been awarded grants from the Department of Justice to help strengthen crime prevention efforts. The City of Cameron will receive $123,263 and the Parkersburg Police Department will receive $250,000. These funds will be used to hire new law enforcement officers to increase each department's policing capacity. It is absolutely critical that our towns and cities have the personnel they need to meet the current law enforcement challenges facing our communities. These grants will give the City of Cameron and Parkersburg the ability to hire new officers to help prevent new crimes and keep our neighborhoods safe, said McKinley. Background The Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS Office) is the component of the U.S. Department of Justice responsible for advancing the practice of community policing by the nation's state, local, territorial, and tribal law enforcement agencies through information and grant resources. To learn more about this program, click here. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/-capito-and-manchin-announce-funding-for-local-police-efforts Capito and Manchin Announce Funding for Local Police Efforts 2016-10-03 2016 2016-10 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 10.03.16 Capito and Manchin Announce Funding for Local Police Efforts WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) today announced more than $560,000 in federal grants for West Virginia from the U.S. Department of Justices Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) Hiring Program. These grants will aid police departments in Cameron, Parkersburg, and Roane and Summers Counties. COPS Hiring Program grants help provide our local police forces with the resources they need to keep our communities safe. This funding will help boost law enforcement services including efforts to fight the opioid epidemic, and protect West Virginians in Cameron, Parkersburg, and Roane and Summers Counties, said Senator Capito. Our law enforcement officers throughout West Virginia go above and beyond to protect our communities, Senator Manchin said. These COPS Hiring Program grants will ensure that police departments in Cameron, Parkersburg, and Roane and Summers Counties have the necessary resources to do their jobs well. The COPS Hiring Program provides funds directly to law enforcement agencies to hire and rehire career law enforcement officers, and to increase their community policing and crime prevention efforts. Individual grants are listed below: $123,263 City of Cameron $250,000 Parkersburg Police Department $96,710 Roane County Sheriff's Department $92,392 Summers County Sheriff's Department ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://evanjenkins.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/video-rep-jenkins-honors-woody-williams VIDEO: REP. JENKINS HONORS WOODY WILLIAMS 2016-09-30 2016 2016-09 Republican House WV Evan Jenkins J000297 evanjenkins.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON – U.S. Representative Evan Jenkins (R-W.Va.) honored West Virginian and Medal of Honor recipient Hershel “Woody” Williams on the House floor in advance of Williams’ 93nd birthday on Sunday, Oct. 2. Rep. Jenkins recounted not only Williams’ heroics at the Battle of Iwo Jima but the personal impact he has had on so many young West Virginians. “I have two sons that became Eagle Scouts. Very often our local Scout council gets the newly awarded Eagles together, and Woody is invited to come in and spend a little time with the boys and share a few thoughts,” Rep. Jenkins said. “I can’t tell you the power of the impact it had on my boys when Woody shook their hand, looked them in the eye and challenged them to conduct their life according to the Scout oath and motto – to do their duty to God and country. Woody truly embodies that motto.” Please click here to watch the speech. The full transcript is below. “Mr. Speaker, as the congressman representing West Virginia’s Third Congressional District, I am proud to call Hershel ‘Woody’ Williams a constituent. “I first met Woody more than eighteen years ago when I was elected to the state legislature, and he has been a constituent of mine for the past two decades. “But I am just as proud to call him a friend. “You know, over the years, at countless legislative committee hearings, veterans’ recognition  and appreciation events, Veterans Day and Memorial Day commemorations, Woody has been there fighting for our veterans. Woody always has a kind word, a friendly smile, an optimistic outlook. “I have two sons that became Eagle Scouts. Very often our local Scout council gets the newly awarded Eagles together, and Woody is invited to come in and spend a little time with the boys and share a few thoughts. “I can’t tell you the power of the impact it had on my boys when Woody shook their hand, looked them in the eye and challenged them to conduct their life according to the Scout oath and motto – to do their duty to God and country. “Woody truly embodies that motto. Througho… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://mckinley.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=469 McKinley, Tonko Introduce Legislation to Preserve Historic Buildings 2016-09-29 2016 2016-09 Republican House WV David McKinley M001180 mckinley.house.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. Congressman David B. McKinley, P.E., (WV-1) and Congressman Paul Tonko introduced legislation that will encourage private sector investment in the rehabilitation and reuse of historic buildings. Protecting and restoring America's historic downtowns is an important part of preserving our national heritage while kick-starting economic growth. Revitalizing historic buildings will not only help preserve our nation's heritage, it will also create jobs across a wide range of industries," said McKinley. "Expanding tax incentives for preservation will help bring new private sector investment and accomplish both of those goals," McKinley said. share: f t Congressman David B. McKinley, P.E., (WV-1) and Congressman Paul Tonko introduced legislation that will encourage private sector investment in the rehabilitation and reuse of historic buildings. Protecting and restoring America's historic downtowns is an important part of preserving our national heritage while kick-starting economic growth. Revitalizing historic buildings will not only help preserve our nation's heritage, it will also create jobs across a wide range of industries, said McKinley. Expanding tax incentives for preservation will help bring new private sector investment and accomplish both of those goals, McKinley said. Our historic neighborhoods keep the monuments of our past close at hand. Revitalizing and repurposing these communities diversifies our economy and highlights our unique heritage. I thank Congressman McKinley for his critical work on this often forgotten issue. I look forward to working together with him to get this bill passed, said Tonko (NY-20). Background on the Preserve America's Historic Downtown Residences Act Since 1976, the federal Historic Preservation Tax Incentives programs has encouraged private sector investment in the rehabilitation and re-used of historic buildings. This cost-effective community revitalization program has leveraged nearly $75 billion … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/capito-and-manchin-announce-nearly-200000-for-west-virginia-state-university- Capito and Manchin Announce Nearly $200,000 for West Virginia State University 2016-09-29 2016 2016-09 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 09.29.16 Capito and Manchin Announce Nearly $200,000 for West Virginia State University WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) andJoe Manchin (D-W.Va.)announced a grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) for programs at West Virginia State University to support outreach and technical assistance for veteran and minority farmers. This funding is great news for West Virginia State University and will go to programs that enrich the lives of our veterans, said Senator Capito. "I am pleased to see this funding awarded to West Virginia State University to the agribusiness initiatives they have invested in the last several years, Senator Manchin said. These programs improve the lives of each participant and their community. This is great news for West Virginia State University and our entire state. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://evanjenkins.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-jenkins-house-voting-soon-flood-aid-west-virginia REP. JENKINS: HOUSE VOTING SOON ON FLOOD AID FOR WEST VIRGINIA 2016-09-28 2016 2016-09 Republican House WV Evan Jenkins J000297 evanjenkins.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON – U.S. Representative Evan Jenkins (R-W.Va.) issued the following statement that the U.S. House of Representatives is expected to vote late tonight to pass a spending bill that includes $500 million for flood-affected states, including West Virginia: “Congress is taking action to give families and communities in West Virginia the help they need to recover and start rebuilding after June’s devastating floods. I saw this damage firsthand. As a member of the House Appropriations Committee, I worked closely with leadership on this bill to make it clear just how much West Virginia needs these funds. I will continue to fight for West Virginians and work with my colleagues to make sure we receive the federal assistance to rebuild.” 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/capito-and-manchin-announce-funding-to-address-behavioral-health-disorders-in-west-virginia-youth Capito and Manchin Announce Funding to Address Behavioral Health Disorders in West Virginia Youth 2016-09-28 2016 2016-09 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 09.28.16 Capito and Manchin Announce Funding to Address Behavioral Health Disorders in West Virginia Youth WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) announced that the Health and Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has awarded $211,755 to West Virginia University. This grant has been awarded through the Behavioral Health Workforce Education and Training (BHWET) program, which helps fund clinical internships and field placements for various behavioral health occupations to expand the mental health and substance abuse workforce serving children, adolescents and young adults who have or are at risk of developing behavioral health disorders. This funding will provide the support needed to help youth who are susceptible to engaging in harmful behaviors and their families. I am glad to have played a part in securing this funding as a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee and look forward to positive outcomes that will result from this investment, said Senator Capito. As West Virginians, we value nothing more than the well-being of our children and families, and supporting them is one of my top priorities, Senator Manchin said. I am so glad that this funding from the Behavioral Health Workforce Education and Training program will go toward providing the necessary training to the mental health and substance abuse workforce to ensure that the youth who are at risk of developing behavioral health disorders have access to the services that they need. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.capito.senate.gov/news/press-releases/capito-gillibrand-introduce-legislation-to-build-improved-broadband-system-in-areas-of-highest-need Capito, Gillibrand Introduce Legislation to Build Improved Broadband System in Areas of Highest Need 2016-09-28 2016 2016-09 Republican House WV Shelley Capito C001047 www.capito.senate.gov     legacy 09.28.16 Capito, Gillibrand Introduce Legislation to Build Improved Broadband System in Areas of Highest Need With more than a third of rural Americans lacking access to high-speed Internet, bill would create new opportunities to finance rural broadband projects WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Kirsten Gillibrand (D-N.Y.) today introduced the Broadband Connections for Rural Opportunities Program Act, bipartisan legislation that would help close the broadband gap in rural areas to ensure that all Americans have access to high-speed Internet. This bill would expand resources available for building high-speed broadband infrastructure by creating a new program to combine grants and loans to help finance projects serving rural and tribal areas. Reliable broadband access has changed how we work, socialize, and share information. As West Virginia looks to grow and diversify its economy, rural Internet access will be an essential part of the transition. Yet, for all of the benefits broadband offers, a lack of connectivity presents just as many challenges, said Senator Capito. The Broadband Connections for Rural Opportunities Program Act will create new opportunities for communities looking to close the gap between those who have high-speed, high-quality broadband and the many rural Americans who dont. Reliable, fast internet access isnt a luxury, its a necessity in the 21st century economy, said Senator Gillibrand. Lack of affordable broadband service cuts off families and businesses from critical services. The Broadband Connections for Rural Opportunities Program Act would give our rural communities access to the resources they need to get online and stay competitive in our digital economy. I was proud to work with Senator Capito on this legislation, and I look forward to seeing it pass the Senate and ultimately become law. An estimated 34 million Americans do not have access to hi… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z

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