119th Congress
Shelley Moore Capito
Senator, West Virginia
Party
- Republican
- Born
- November 26, 1953 (age 72)
- In Congress
- Senate since 2015, House 2001 to 2015
- Term Ends
- January 3, 2027
- Votes With Party
- 99%
- Missed Votes
- 2%
- Office Phone
- 202-224-6472
- Website
- capito.senate.gov
Committees
- Appropriations
- Commerce, Science, and Transportation
- Environment and Public Works Chairman
- Rules and Administration
Who Is Shelley Moore Capito?
Shelley Moore Capito is a Republican senator from West Virginia in the 119th Congress. In Congress: Senate since 2015, House 2001 to 2015. Born November 26, 1953, Capito is 72. On the 96 bills their chamber decided by roll call, Capito voted on 94 and missed 2. Capito voted with the majority of their party 99% of the time. Capito sponsored 29 bills and resolutions this Congress.
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- YeaProtect College Sports Act of 2026
- YeaA bill to amend the Help America Vote Act of 2002 to require voters to provide photo identification.
- NayA joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Modification to the Start of the Submission Period for Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) Reporting and Recordkeeping Under TSCA 8(a)(7)".
- NayA joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Islamic Republic of Iran that have not been authorized by Congress.
- NayA joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Health and Human Services relating to "Restoring Flexibility in the Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF)".
- NayA joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Islamic Republic of Iran that have not been authorized by Congress.
- NayA joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services of the Department of Health and Human Services relating to "Medicare Program; Implementation of Prior Authorization for Select Services for the Wasteful and Inappropriate Services Reduction (WISeR) Model".
- YeaNational Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027
- NayA joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Islamic Republic of Iran that have not been authorized by Congress.
- NayA joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Education relating to "Reimagining and Improving Student Education-Federal Student Loan Program Final Regulations".
- NayDirecting the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.
- NayA joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Islamic Republic of Iran that have not been authorized by Congress.
Bills Shelley Moore Capito Sponsored
- Bipartisan American Affordability and Jobs Act of 2026 (S. 5653, In Committee)
- A bill to provide for the automatic establishment of Trump accounts using information collected under the Enumeration at Birth Program of the Social Security Administration. (S. 5243, In Committee)
- RCORP Authorization Act (S. 5207, In Committee)
- Water Resources Development Act of 2026 (S. 4949, Out of Committee)
- A resolution recognizing "National Public Works Week" and the contributions of public works professionals. (S.Res. 750, Agreed To)
- Rural Broadband Protection Act of 2025 (S. 98, Became Law)
- Ensuring Better Interest Treatment and Deductibility Act (EBITDA) (S. 4221, In Committee)
- AADAPT Act (S. 4036, In Committee)
- National Strategy for School Security Act of 2025 (S. 3472, In Committee)
- A resolution honoring the service and sacrifice of United States Army Specialist Sarah Beckstrom and United States Air Force Staff Sergeant Andrew Wolfe, who were tragically shot in Washington, D.C., in a targeted assault against United States service members on November 26, 2025. (S.Res. 537, Agreed To)
- STEWARD Act of 2025 (S. 351, Passed the Senate)
- A joint resolution requesting the Secretary of the Interior to authorize unique and one-time arrangements for displays on the National Mall and the Washington Monument during the period beginning on December 31, 2025, and ending on January 5, 2026. (S.J.Res. 96, In Committee)
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- NOPAIN for Veterans Act (S. 3209, In Committee)
- A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize support for State-based maternal mortality review committees, to direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services to disseminate best practices on maternal mortality prevention to hospitals, State-based professional societies, and perinatal quality collaboratives, and for other purposes. (S. 2621, In Committee)
- Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2026 (S. 2587, Out of Committee)
- A resolution designating the week of May 18 through May 24, 2025, as "National Public Works Week". (S.Res. 294, Agreed To)
- PEAKS Act (S. 1960, In Committee)
- A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration relating to "Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards; Fuel System Integrity of Hydrogen Vehicles; Compressed Hydrogen Storage System Integrity; Incorporation by Reference". (S.J.Res. 55, Passed the Senate)
- Second Chance Reauthorization Act of 2025 (S. 1843, In Committee)
- A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for certain cognitive impairment detection in the Medicare annual wellness visit and initial preventative physical examination. (S. 1799, In Committee)
- Access to Prescription Digital Therapeutics Act of 2025 (S. 1702, In Committee)
- A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "California State Motor Vehicle and Engine Pollution Control Standards; Advanced Clean Cars II; Waiver of Preemption; Notice of Decision". (S.J.Res. 45, In Committee)
- Credit for Caring Act of 2025 (S. 925, In Committee)
- Increasing Access to Quality Cardiac Rehabilitation Care Act of 2025 (S. 717, In Committee)
- Rural Historic Tax Credit Improvement Act (S. 631, In Committee)
- AIMM Act (S. 559, In Committee)
- An original resolution authorizing expenditures by the Committee on Environment and Public Works. (S.Res. 59, Out of Committee)
- Brownfields Reauthorization Act of 2025 (S. 347, Out of Committee)
- Stop Funding Global Terrorists Act of 2025 (S. 313, In Committee)
Floor Speeches
Capito spoke on the floor 24 times on 20 session days in the 119th Congress.
- Senate, August 5, 2026, 549 wordsCongressional Review Act (Executive Calendar)
I thank the distinguished Senator from Rhode Island for recognizing me but also for giving me a chance to talk about my opposition to S.J. Res. 187.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - Senate, June 3, 2026, 325 wordsS.J. RES. 188
I rise today in opposition to S.J. Res. 188, the CRA introduced by my colleague from Rhode Island Senator Whitehouse to overturn the Trump EPA's repeal of the Biden MATS rule. This rule would reinstate the 2024 MATS rule that was part of the Biden administration's power sector strategy specifically designed to shut down coal-fired powerplants.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - Senate, March 19, 2026, 786 wordsSafeguard American Voter Eligibility Act: Resumed
I first would like to say to my friend Senator Britt from Alabama that her introduction of our colleague Senator Mullin was terrific. I would say high fives to everything that you have said about our friend Markwayne, and I know that he will lead that organization in a stellar way. I look forward to his leadership.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - Senate, January 30, 2026, 155 wordsConsolidated Appropriations Act, 2026
I rise to join my ranking member on the subcommittee that we share leadership on. I do thank Senator Paul, but I rise in opposition to his amendment.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - Senate, December 1, 2025, 886 wordsHonoring Specialist Sarah Beckstrom and Staff Sergeant Andrew Wolfe
I rise today with a very heavy heart, one shared by all West Virginians and by so many across our country, including the Presiding Officer. This past Wednesday, two members of the West Virginia National Guard were targeted and shot in the line of duty right here in Washington, DC.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - Senate, October 1, 2025, 281 wordsAnniversary of Hurricane Helene (Executive Session)
As I was sitting and listening, I feel like I am living in an alternative universe here sometimes. I am sure the American people feel this way.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - Senate, September 16, 2025, 611 wordsProviding for Congressional Disapproval Under Chapter 8 of Title 5, United States Code, of the Rule Submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency Relating to "Emissions Budget and Allowance...
I would like to thank the gentleman from Indiana for really framing the debate for his home State of Indiana.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - Senate, September 4, 2025, 15 wordsUkraine (Executive Session)That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗
- Senate, September 4, 2025, 1,320 wordsUnanimous Consent Requests (Executive Session)
Shortly, I will ask unanimous consent to vote on the nominations of Jess Kramer to be the Assistant Administrator for the Office of Water at the Environmental Protection Agency and Mr. Sean McMaster to be the Administrator of the Federal Highway Administration, but first I must speak on the historic delay and obstruction that my Democrat colleagues have put toward President Trump's nominees.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - Senate, July 30, 2025, 1,303 wordsPermitting Reform (Executive Calendar)
I am really pleased to be here on the last week--or around the last week--that we are going to be here before we return in September. I am particularly happy to be here with the ranking member of the Environment and Public Works Committee to talk about an issue that I think we both care about. So I am going to start off and then yield to Senator Whitehouse.
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- Waiving Quorum Call (Executive Calendar) (Senate, July 30, 2025)
- Order of Procedure (Executive Calendar) (Senate, July 28, 2025)
- Nomination of David Wright (Executive Calendar) (Senate, July 28, 2025)
- Tribute to E. Gordon Gee (Executive Calendar) (Senate, July 17, 2025)
- H.R. 1 (Senate, June 30, 2025)
- Nomination of David Fotouhi (Executive Session) (Senate, June 9, 2025)
- Vote on Shumate Nomination (Executive Session) (Senate, June 9, 2025)
- H.J. RES. 61 (Senate, June 5, 2025)
- H.J. RES. 88 (Senate, May 21, 2025)
- Terminating the National Emergency Declared to Impose Global Tariffs (Senate, April 30, 2025)
- Terminating the National Emergency Declared With Respect to Energy (Senate, February 26, 2025)
- U.S. Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works Rules of Procedure (Senate, February 5, 2025)
- Nomination of Lee Zeldin (Executive Session) (Senate, January 29, 2025)
- Laken Riley Act: Motion To Proceed (Senate, January 8, 2025)
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Questions About Shelley Moore Capito
Is Shelley Moore Capito still in Congress?
Yes. Shelley Moore Capito is serving as senator from West Virginia in the 119th Congress.
What party is Shelley Moore Capito?
Shelley Moore Capito is a Republican.
When is Shelley Moore Capito up for reelection?
Capito's current term ends January 3, 2027, so the seat is on the ballot in November 2026.
How old is Shelley Moore Capito?
Shelley Moore Capito was born November 26, 1953 and is 72.
How often does Shelley Moore Capito vote with their party?
On the roll calls that decided bills this Congress, Capito voted with the majority of their party 99% of the time.
What committees is Shelley Moore Capito on?
Senate Committee on Appropriations; Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation; Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works (Chairman); Senate Committee on Rules and Administration.