Shelley Moore Capito highlights appropriations bill signing and support for women in sports

Senator Shelley Moore Capito, U.S. Senator for West Virginia - Official U.S. Senate headshot
Senator Shelley Moore Capito, U.S. Senator for West Virginia - Official U.S. Senate headshot
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Senator Shelley Moore Capito, representing West Virginia, posted a series of updates on her official X account on February 4, 2026. Her messages highlighted legislative progress and support for women’s participation in sports.

In her first post at 01:39 UTC, Capito shared a link to her complete statement: “My full statement: https://t.co/yyip76HRXy”.

Later that day, also at 01:39 UTC, she described attending an event at the White House with President Biden for the signing of a multi-bill appropriations package. Capito wrote: “Honored to join @potus at the @WhiteHouse today for the signing of the five-bill appropriations package, including my Labor-HHS bill. While there’s always more work ahead, today’s signing is a meaningful step forward for families and communities in West Virginia and across the https://t.co/ZgxFXN4Z11”.

On February 4 at 18:32 UTC, Capito recognized National Girls & Women in Sports Day by stating: “On National Girls & Women in Sports Day and every day, I’m proud to support opportunities that empower girls and women to thrive both on and off the field. https://t.co/lQBUdE5GNI”.

Senator Capito has served as U.S. Senator from West Virginia since 2015 and is known for her involvement in health, labor policy, and advocacy for women’s issues. The appropriations package referenced includes funding measures impacting multiple sectors such as labor and health services—areas that often see bipartisan negotiation in Congress.



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