Short Biography

Capito in New OfficeRep. Shelley Moore Capito represents the people of West Virginia's Second Congressional District in the 111th Congress, where she has been an advocate for a range of policies that directly impact her constituents, including energy independence, quality healthcare and the safety and security of our service men and women. She prides herself on being approachable and accessible to her constituents. She is currently the only Republican and the only woman in West Virginia's congressional delegation.

Capito serves on the House Financial Services Committee as the Ranking Member on the Subcommittee for Housing and Community Opportunity. She also sits on the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and the House Select Committee on Energy Independence and Global Warming.

The Congresswoman has proudly served West Virginia for more than 12 years, and looks forward to her continued work to improve the lives of every West Virginia.