Capito Secures Funding for Marshall University Medical School

Secured $15 million for Marshall University medical school simulation center.

“Marshall University’s medical program plays an integral role in preparing the future doctors of our state”

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Capito Secures Grant Award for WVU Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute

Secured $11.934 million grant for WVU Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute neuromodulation research center.

“As the daughter of parents who suffered from Alzheimer’s, I know the impact it has on families”

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Capito Secures Funding for WVU School of Dentistry

Secured $15 million for West Virginia University School of Dentistry renovations.

“This funding represents a significant investment in education and health care in West Virginia”

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PHOTOS: Capito Highlights Eastern Panhandle Community Health, Economic Development, Education Investments During Visit

Visited Eastern Panhandle to highlight community health and economic development investments.

“It was great to be in Martinsburg to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Shenandoah Community Health”

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PHOTOS: Capito Attends Inauguration of Concord University President Bethany Meighen

Attended inauguration of Concord University's new president in West Virginia.

“Concord University has a long history of providing West Virginia students with a quality education and the tools they need to succeed, and I was glad to join the university community for this special occasion”

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PHOTOS: Capito Highlights Federal Investment, Celebrates WVU Leadership in Morgantown

Announced $5.5 million in federal funding for Mon Health Medical Center infrastructure improvements in Morgantown.

“It was great to be in Morgantown to celebrate this award for Mon Health Medical Center— an investment that represents a new chapter for Monongalia County and the surrounding area”

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Capito Secures Funding for WVU Medicine-Weirton Medical Center

Secured $2.45 million for WVU Medicine-Weirton Medical Center emergency department renovation.

“This funding represents a significant investment in the health and well-being of West Virginians who live in the Northern Panhandle”

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PHOTOS: Capito Celebrates CDS Projects in Kanawha County

Celebrated $5.23 million water infrastructure project groundbreaking in Kanawha County, West Virginia.

“It was great to be in Clendenin today to celebrate the groundbreaking of the Leatherwood Water Extension”

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PHOTOS: Capito Celebrates Announcement of Marshall University’s Partnership with BETA

Visited Marshall University to celebrate its partnership with BETA Technologies on electric aircraft workforce development.

“It is great to be here today in Charleston to celebrate the announcement of Marshall University’s partnership with BETA Technologies”

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PHOTOS: Capito Makes Stops in Mineral and Hampshire Counties

Visited Ridgeley Volunteer Fire Department to highlight $2.8 million fire station funding.

“It was great to be in Ridgeley to receive updates from the Ridgeley Volunteer Fire Department”

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What They’re Saying: Bipartisan Permitting Reform Will Deliver Cheaper Energy, More Jobs, Responsible Growth

Highlighted bipartisan support for permitting reform bill from labor and energy groups.

“In our industry, uncertainty means one thing: unemployment. It is long past time that Congress enacts meaningful permitting reform to put UA members to work faster delivering reliable and affordable energy to American communities.”

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Capito Announces CDS Awards for Economic Development Projects

Announced $2.5 million in SBA grants for West Virginia economic development projects.

“These awards are a significant investment in the economic development of West Virginia”

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PHOTO: Capito Cuts Ribbon on Hill Hall Hotel in Fayetteville

Attended ribbon-cutting ceremony for Hill Hall Hotel in Fayetteville, West Virginia.

“It was great to be in Fayetteville to celebrate the grand opening of Hill Hall Hotel, an investment that represents a new chapter for Fayette County”

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PHOTOS: Capito Attends Events in Support of First Responders, Veterans, and Youth Fellowship

Attended events supporting first responders, veterans and youth in West Virginia.

“I was excited to join our law enforcement officers and celebrate them for their outstanding service to West Virginia—which I have been proud to support through my work in the U.S. Senate”

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PHOTOS: Capito Makes Stops in Huntington

Visited Facing Hunger Foodbank in Huntington to receive updates on community food assistance efforts.

“It was great to visit Facing Hunger Foodbank today to receive updates on their efforts in our state”

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Capito, Lee, Whitehouse, and Heinrich Introduce Bipartisan American Affordability and Jobs Act of 2026

Introduced bipartisan bill to reform federal environmental review and energy permitting processes.

“For far too long, our broken and outdated federal environmental review and permitting processes have stood in the way of energy reliability, secure jobs, modern infrastructure, and economic growth.”

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Capito Applauds Passage of the Protect College Sports Act

Applauded Senate passage of Protect College Sports Act with NIL and transfer standards.

“I have been proud to support the Protect College Sports Act and this effort to bring structure and stability back to college athletics.”

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Capito, Justice Applaud Passage of Bill Honoring West Virginia Children Impacted by Childhood Cancer

Applauded Senate passage of bill renaming playground to honor West Virginia children with cancer.

“Redesignating this playground is a great way to honor our youngest and bravest West Virginians fighting cancer”

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Remembering John Tuggle

Madam President, I rise today to pay tribute to John Tuggle, executive director of Region 4 Planning and Development Council, who departed this Earth suddenly on the evening of September 18, 2026, much to the sorrow of myself, his family and friends, the community he called home, and the many…

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Chairman Capito Opening Statement at Hearing to Examine Nuclear Waste Policy

Held hearing on updating nuclear waste management policy and establishing Nuclear Lifecycle Innovation Campuses.

“We must ensure that there is a funding structure that gives a new policy the best chance for success. I look forward to exploring these issues today so I can better understand how to deliver an effective, durable update to our nuclear waste policy.”

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Capito, Hassan Introduce Resolution Recognizing National Concussion Awareness Day

Reintroduced resolution recognizing National Concussion Awareness Day.

“Concussions impact far too many people in West Virginia and across our country, and we must continue doing everything we can to prevent these injuries and ensure they are properly recognized and treated”

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Capito Secures CDS Allocation for Lily’s Place

Secured Congressionally Directed Spending allocation for Lily's Place expansion.

“Lily’s Place has supported countless families in West Virginia, and I am thrilled to bring these additional resources in to bolster their services. This vital investment will open the door for an amazing partnership to provide direct support to all first responders and their families in Cabell County”

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Capito, Justice Announce $2 Million in Research Funding for WVU

Announced $2.2 million in research funding for West Virginia University facilities.

“For years, I have emphasized WVU’s outstanding research efforts within our state”

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Capito, Luján Introduce Legislation to Protect Ticket Buyers from Ticket Scams

Introduced legislation to prohibit ticket resellers from selling tickets they do not possess.

“West Virginians who spend their hard-earned money on tickets to see their favorite artist, team, or event should be able to trust that the tickets they’re purchasing actually exist.”

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EPW Committee Advances Legislation and Resolutions at Business Meeting

Advanced three energy and environmental bills through Senate committee, including wildfire emissions prevention.

“I look forward to continuing to work with Ranking Member Whitehouse to ensure that GSA prospectuses receive timely approval, while also maintaining the Committee’s important oversight responsibilities to ensure the best use of taxpayer funds.”

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