Shelley Moore Capito outlines family legislation and celebrates astronaut Peggy Whitson’s achievements

Shelley Moore Capito outlines family legislation and celebrates astronaut Peggy Whitson’s achievements
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Shelley Moore Capito, a U.S. Senator representing West Virginia, has recently shared several updates on social media regarding legislative initiatives and notable achievements by individuals from her state.

On July 14, 2025, Capito highlighted the provisions of the “One Big Beautiful Bill,” describing it as a family-oriented measure. In her words, “The One Big Beautiful Bill is a family bill through and through. Here are some of the ways it benefits WV families: Makes the Child Tax Credit permanent Creates a news saving account for every child born in this country Provides adoption assistance”.

Later that day, on July 14, 2025, Capito posted a link without additional commentary: “https://t.co/md8YD5ZhBh”.

On July 15, 2025, Capito expressed support for astronaut Peggy Whitson’s recent accomplishments. She stated, “So proud of my friend @AstroPeggy for completing yet another mission to space AND extending her record for cumulative days spent by an American in space to 695!! West Virginia is so proud of you, Peggy! https://t.co/j1s8lvbzT6 https://t.co/pcE6QsWyut”.

Peggy Whitson is a NASA astronaut originally from Mount Ayr, Iowa. She holds the record for most cumulative days spent in space by an American and is recognized as one of NASA’s most experienced astronauts.



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