Senator Shelley Moore Capito, representing West Virginia, posted a series of updates on social media in February 2026 regarding federal funding initiatives affecting her state. The posts addressed rural infrastructure improvements, legislative negotiations over Department of Homeland Security (DHS) funding, and support for healthcare workforce development.
On February 10, Capito wrote about recent funding for airport renovations: “I am always proud to support the needs of rural airports in West Virginia. Yesterday, I shared the news about CDS funding I secured for @flycrw, which will allow them to begin long overdue renovations on its original terminal built in the 1940s. More details here:”
The following day, Capito commented on ongoing discussions around DHS appropriations: “The @DHSgov funding bill isn’t just @ICEgov, @CBP, @TSA, @USCG, @SecretService, and @FEMA. Partisan wish lists by the Democrats won’t get us there. I urge my Democrat colleagues to negotiate in good faith so we can fund these critical services.” The senator’s statement referenced several key agencies under DHS jurisdiction and called for bipartisan cooperation.
Later on February 11, Capito announced new federal support for higher education and healthcare training: “Great news: With @potus signing the recent appropriations package into law, Concord University will now be receiving funding to establish a Center for Rural Healthcare Workforce Solutions. Learn more here:”
Senator Capito has been an advocate for rural communities in West Virginia throughout her tenure. Her efforts have included securing federal investments for infrastructure projects such as airport upgrades and supporting educational institutions aiming to address workforce shortages in healthcare fields.
