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Capito Announces Resources for Health, Education, Economic Development, and Conservation Projects in West Virginia

By Charleston Leader | Mar 14, 2024

In a recent announcement, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito revealed a series of federal resources allocated to various projects aimed at enhancing different aspects of West Virginia. The funding is set to benefit health services, economic development, academic research, and conservation efforts across the state.Senator Capito, who serves on key committees including Senate Appropriations, highlighted the importance of ensuring quality healthcare access for communities in West Virginia. She expressed her pride in utilizing her position to secure resources that will...

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Capito, Colleagues Introduce Laken Riley Act to Address Immigration Enforcement

By Charleston Leader | Mar 13, 2024

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito, along with a group of her Senate Republican colleagues, has introduced the Laken Riley Act, a bill that aims to enhance immigration enforcement by requiring U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to arrest illegal aliens who commit specific offenses. Senator Capito emphasized the importance of the bill, stating, “Americans deserve to feel safe in their communities.”The Laken Riley Act, named after a nursing student who was tragically murdered by an illegal immigrant, not only calls for the arrest of illegal aliens who commit...

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Capito Welcomes WV Economic Development Leaders as EPW Committee Advances Bill to Reauthorize the EDA

By Charleston Leader | Mar 12, 2024

Today, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), as the Ranking Member of the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee, welcomed West Virginia economic development district leaders to a committee business meeting. The panel voted to advance the Economic Development Reauthorization Act of 2024 by voice vote, a bill introduced by Capito alongside Chairman Tom Carper (D-Del.), Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.), and Mark Kelly (R-Ariz.).Ranking Member Capito expressed her satisfaction with the progress made, stating, "Today, the EPW Committee took an important step for...

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Boone County in week ending Mar. 9?

By Charleston Leader | Mar 12, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Boone County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 9, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Capito Welcomes WV Economic Development Leaders as EPW Committee Advances Bill to Reauthorize the EDA

By Charleston Leader | Mar 12, 2024

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito, Ranking Member of the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee, expressed her satisfaction as the committee passed bipartisan legislation reauthorizing the Economic Development Administration (EDA) for the first time in nearly 20 years. Capito welcomed West Virginia economic development district leaders to a committee business meeting as the panel voted to advance the Economic Development Reauthorization Act of 2024 by voice vote.In a statement, Capito highlighted the significance of the legislation, stating, “Today, the EPW...

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Capito and Colleagues Advocate for Highlighting Military Career Options

By Charleston Leader | Mar 11, 2024

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito and a bipartisan group of Senate colleagues are urging the Departments of Defense, Labor, and Education to emphasize the value of military service as a viable career option for students. In a letter addressed to Acting Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness Ashish Vazirani, the senators highlighted the importance of providing accurate information about military enlistment to students.“We feel that our schools must have insight into post-high school outcomes for all students, including those who enter the military,” the...

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Which former Charleston Leader area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon March 11?

By Charleston Leader | Mar 9, 2024

These former Charleston Leader area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon March 11.

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Charleston Leader area weekly mass times

By Charleston Leader | Mar 9, 2024

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

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3 gas stations in cities throughout Boone County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Mar. 2

By Charleston Leader | Mar 8, 2024

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Boone County was found at three gas stations in the week ending Mar. 2, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Capito Statement on Senate Approving Six FY24 Appropriations Bills, Avoiding Partial Shutdown

By Charleston Leader | Mar 8, 2024

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito from West Virginia, a key figure on the Senate Appropriations Committee, expressed satisfaction with the Senate's approval of legislation containing bill text for six Fiscal Year 2024 (FY24) appropriations divisions. In a statement released following the Senate's decision, Senator Capito emphasized the importance of funding the government and the significance of avoiding a partial government shutdown.Senator Capito highlighted the diverse scope of the legislation, stating, "The scope of this package is broad, from ensuring care for our...

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Capito, Carper, Cramer, Kelly Introduce Legislation to Reauthorize the Economic Development Administration

By Charleston Leader | Mar 8, 2024

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito, along with other senators, introduced bipartisan legislation to reauthorize the Economic Development Administration (EDA) for the first time in nearly 20 years. The bill, known as the Economic Development Reauthorization Act of 2024, aims to modernize EDA's core programs and activities such as workforce development and disaster assistance.Ranking Member Capito emphasized the importance of reauthorizing the EDA, stating, “The Economic Development Administration is a critical partner for many of our communities, helping to drive...

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Ranking Member Capito Highlights Concerns on Recycling and Waste Management Policies

By Charleston Leader | Mar 6, 2024

Ranking Member Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) expressed her thoughts on sustainability and waste management issues during a hearing titled “Examining Extended Producer Responsibility Policies for Consumer Packaging” held by the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee.Capito acknowledged the waste problem both nationally and globally, emphasizing the need for realistic solutions. She highlighted the complexity of the issue by stating, “Like any complex issue, it’s kind of easy to sit here and list out all the problems, but it’s very difficult to start finding...

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Capito, McMorris Rodgers Challenge Biden's Plan to Replace Climate Czar John Kerry

By Charleston Leader | Mar 6, 2024

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito and U.S. Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers have raised concerns over President Biden's intention to replace outgoing climate czar John Kerry with John Podesta without Senate confirmation. In a letter addressed to President Biden, the lawmakers expressed their apprehension regarding the potential circumvention of Senate oversight in the appointment process.“Reports indicate John Podesta, who currently serves as a senior advisor to the President, will replace him as your primary envoy for international climate policy. However, in replacing Mr....

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Capito, Colleagues Introduce CRA to Overturn New Biden Regulation Threatening 27 Million American Independent Contractors

By Charleston Leader | Mar 6, 2024

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito, along with 31 Senate Republican colleagues, has introduced a Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution to overturn the U.S. Department of Labor’s final worker classification rule. The regulation, which threatens the gig economy and the ability of 27 million Americans to work as independent contractors, has sparked criticism and opposition from various quarters.Ranking Member Capito emphasized the impact of the Biden administration's rule on freelancers, stating, “This rule from the Biden administration places unnecessary burdens on...

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Ranking Member Capito Shares Concerns on Recycling and Waste Management Policies

By Charleston Leader | Mar 6, 2024

Senator Shelley Moore Capito, the Ranking Member of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, expressed her concerns about recycling and waste management policies during a recent hearing. Capito emphasized the need to find realistic solutions to the waste problem faced both in the United States and globally.During her opening statement, Capito acknowledged the complexity of the issue, stating, "Like any complex issue, it’s kind of easy to sit here and list out all the problems, but it’s very difficult to start finding realistic solutions." She highlighted the...

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Cheapest regular gas in cities across Kanawha County in week ending Mar. 2

By Charleston Leader | Mar 5, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Kanawha County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 2, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Capito, Colleagues Oppose Biden Proposal to Illegally Seize Drug Patents

By Charleston Leader | Mar 5, 2024

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito and a group of 16 Republican colleagues have expressed serious concerns regarding President Biden's proposal to allow agencies to seize drug patents under the Bayh-Dole Act if the administration deems the prices too high. Senator Bill Cassidy M.D., who led the effort, highlighted that such actions could hinder healthcare innovation and limit access to lifesaving treatments.In a letter addressed to NIH Director Monica Bertagnolli, the senators emphasized the potential negative impact of utilizing "march-in" rights. They stated, "A...

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Capito Applauds NRC Commissioners for Improving Advanced Nuclear Reactor Licensing Rulemaking

By Charleston Leader | Mar 4, 2024

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito commended the NRC Commissioners for their efforts to enhance the advanced nuclear reactor licensing rulemaking. In a statement, Senator Capito expressed her appreciation, stating, "I applaud the NRC Commissioners for addressing major shortcomings in the draft proposed rule." She emphasized the importance of establishing a regulatory framework to facilitate the licensing and deployment of advanced nuclear reactors.The NRC's directive to publish the proposed rule and draft guidance for the Part 53 rulemaking signifies a significant step...

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# Capito Applauds NRC Commissioners for Improving Advanced Nuclear Reactor Licensing Rulemaking

By Charleston Leader | Mar 4, 2024

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito commended the NRC Commissioners for their efforts in enhancing the advanced nuclear reactor licensing rulemaking. In a statement, Senator Capito expressed her appreciation, stating, "I applaud the NRC Commissioners for addressing major shortcomings in the draft proposed rule." She emphasized the importance of establishing a regulatory framework to facilitate the licensing and deployment of advanced nuclear reactors, referring to the Commission's direction to rectify the flawed Part 53 rulemaking as a positive step towards advancing clean...

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Capito Statement on FAFSA Formula Fix

By Charleston Leader | Mar 4, 2024

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Ranking Member of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies (Labor-HHS), today released a statement on the Senate’s passage of a formula fix to the FAFSA Simplification Act, legislation that intends to make financial aid more accessible for students by streamlining the process. The technical correction, which was related to aid calculations, was included in the Continuing Resolution that was passed by the Senate last week. The correction is...