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Ranking Member Capito Expresses Concerns About Slow Pace of New Chemical Approvals

By Charleston Leader | Jan 24, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Ranking Member Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) expressed her concerns about the slow pace of new chemical approvals during a recent hearing titled "Oversight of Toxic Substances Control Act Amendments Implementation." The hearing, held by the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee, featured testimony from Dr. Michal Freedhoff, assistant administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention.During her opening statement, Ranking Member Capito emphasized the need for timely reviews and...

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Capito: EPA Can Improve Efficiency of New Chemicals Program, TSCA Implementation

By Charleston Leader | Jan 24, 2024

In a Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee hearing, Ranking Member Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) discussed ways to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) New Chemicals Program with Dr. Michal Freedhoff, assistant administrator of EPA's Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention.During the hearing, Ranking Member Capito highlighted the need for collaboration to enhance the EPA's new chemicals review process. She mentioned a document that was shared last week and asked for Dr. Freedhoff's initial...

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on midgrade gas in cities in Boone County in week ending Jan. 20?

By Charleston Leader | Jan 23, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Boone County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Boone County in week ending Jan. 20?

By Charleston Leader | Jan 23, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Boone County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Capito Announces Resources for Public Health, Economic Development, AI Research, and Education in West Virginia

By Charleston Leader | Jan 23, 2024

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito has announced significant funding for various programs in West Virginia. The funding comes from multiple government agencies and will support public health, economic development, environmental cleanup, research, and education in the state.One of the key funding announcements is from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Senator Capito, who is the Ranking Member of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies, revealed that HHS will provide resources to...

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Cheapest regular gas in cities across Boone County in week ending Jan. 20

By Charleston Leader | Jan 22, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Boone County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Capito and Boozman Discuss West Virginia Agriculture Priorities

By Charleston Leader | Jan 22, 2024

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito, along with U.S. Senator John Boozman, recently hosted a roundtable discussion in Morgantown, West Virginia, to discuss the state's agriculture priorities. The roundtable, which focused on the upcoming Farm Bill, brought together various stakeholders from different agricultural fields, including farming, nutrition, education, forestry, veterinarian services, credit unions, and internet service providers.Senator Boozman, who is one of the primary authors of the upcoming Farm Bill, has been holding similar roundtable discussions around the...

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Kanawha County in week ending Jan. 20?

By Charleston Leader | Jan 21, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Kanawha County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Which former Charleston Leader area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Jan. 22?

By Charleston Leader | Jan 20, 2024

These former Charleston Leader area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Jan. 22.

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Charleston Leader area weekly mass times

By Charleston Leader | Jan 20, 2024

The following parishes in the Charleston Leader coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Capito, Whitehouse Introduce Resolution Recognizing January as “National Mentoring Month”

By Charleston Leader | Jan 19, 2024

U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Sheldon Whitehouse (D-R.I.) have introduced a bipartisan resolution to recognize January as "National Mentoring Month." The resolution aims to highlight the positive impact that mentors can have on children and young adults, while also addressing the mentoring gap that exists in the United States.According to the resolution, only one in three young people in the U.S. grow up with a mentor. This statistic underscores the need for more adults to invest their time in the success of young adults. Senator Capito emphasizes the...

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EPW Committee Advances Bill to Designate Clarksburg Federal Courthouse in Honor of Judge Irene M. Keeley

By Charleston Leader | Jan 18, 2024

The U.S. Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee has recently advanced a bill that seeks to designate the Clarksburg Federal Courthouse in honor of Judge Irene M. Keeley. The legislation, authored by Ranking Member Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.), has received unanimous approval from the EPW Committee and will now be considered by the Senate.Ranking Member Capito expressed her appreciation for the widespread support for the bill, stating, "Today at the EPW Committee, we took an important step to designate the Clarksburg Federal...

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Ranking Member Capito Opposes PROVE IT Act, Citing Potential Costs and Failed European Policies

By Charleston Leader | Jan 18, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Ranking Member Shelley Moore Capito of the U.S. Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee expressed her opposition to the PROVE IT Act, a piece of legislation that aims to implement a domestic carbon tax. In her remarks at a committee business meeting, Capito criticized the bill for potentially burdening American families and consumers with increased costs and following the failed climate policies of many European countries.Capito, who has previously worked with Chairman Tom Carper on several climate-related bills, highlighted the importance...

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Capito, Colleagues to Introduce Resolution in Support of U.S. Soccer's Bid for the 2027 Women's World Cup

By Charleston Leader | Jan 18, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. - A bipartisan group of House and Senate colleagues, including U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), and members of the Congressional Soccer Caucus, have announced their intention to introduce a concurrent resolution in support of the United States Soccer Federation's bid for the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup. The resolution aims to highlight the efforts of the New Heights Bid Committee to bring the prestigious tournament to the United States and Mexico.The members of the group emphasized the significance of women's soccer and the United States'...

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EPW Committee Advances Bill to Designate Clarksburg Federal Courthouse in Honor of Judge Irene M. Keeley

By Charleston Leader | Jan 18, 2024

The U.S. Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee has advanced legislation to designate the Clarksburg Federal Courthouse as the "Irene M. Keeley United States Courthouse." The bill, authored by Ranking Member Shelley Moore Capito and Joe Manchin, aims to honor Judge Irene M. Keeley, who was the first woman appointed as a judge for the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of West Virginia.Ranking Member Capito expressed her gratitude for the widespread support for the bill, stating, "Judge Keeley has earned a reputation as someone who conducts herself...

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Ranking Member Capito Opposes PROVE IT Act, Citing Concerns Over Costly Carbon Tax and Failed European Policies

By Charleston Leader | Jan 18, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Ranking Member Shelley Moore Capito of the U.S. Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee expressed her opposition to the PROVE IT Act, a piece of legislation that aims to implement a domestic carbon tax on American families and consumers. In her remarks at a committee business meeting, Ranking Member Capito raised concerns about the bill and offered amendments to address its harmful provisions.Ranking Member Capito acknowledged the committee's history of finding common ground on climate legislation and highlighted the successful bipartisan...

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Capito Blasts Biden Administration’s Energy and Environment Failures

By Charleston Leader | Jan 17, 2024

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) delivered a scathing critique of the Biden administration's energy and environment policies in a speech on the Senate floor. Senator Capito highlighted the damage caused by President Biden's attacks on energy producers and criticized the administration's unrealistic proposals.One of the main points of Senator Capito's speech was the departure of John Kerry, the "climate czar," from his post. She saw this as an opportunity to examine the Biden administration's record on energy and the environment. According to Senator Capito, the...

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Capito Pens Preface for Orrin G. Hatch Foundation’s 2023 Policy Review: Conservative Solutions to Climate Change

By Charleston Leader | Jan 17, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Ranking Member of the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee, has written the preface for the Orrin G. Hatch Foundation's 2023 Policy Review titled, "Conservative Solutions to Climate Change." In her introduction, Capito emphasizes that America's climate policy does not have to be in conflict with energy and economic security, and that there are effective ways to reduce carbon emissions without sacrificing jobs and energy security.Capito highlights the importance of giving the private sector the...

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Boone County in week ending Jan. 13?

By Charleston Leader | Jan 16, 2024

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Boone County was found at three gas stations in the week ending Jan. 13, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Capito Congratulates West Virginians Selected for 2024 Senate Youth Program

By Charleston Leader | Jan 16, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. - West Virginia Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) has extended her congratulations to Peyton Barker and Bryson Riggleman, two high school students from West Virginia who have been selected as the state's representatives for the 2024 United States Senate Youth Program (USSYP). The program, which is now in its 62nd year, will take place from March 2 to March 9, 2024, during the annual USSYP Washington Week.Senator Capito commended Peyton and Bryson for their outstanding leadership qualities and contributions to their communities. She expressed her...