WASHINGTON - Today, Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) announced that his Freedom to Invest in Tomorrow’s Workforce Act surpassed 175 cosponsors just over three months after the bipartisan bill’s introduction. The Tomorrow’s Workforce Coalition, dedicated to championing and rallying support for the legislation, also continues to grow with more than 900 trade associations, professional societies, and ... Read More »
WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) announced Victoria Ji, a homeschooled student from Glen Allen, as the winner of the 2025 Congressional Art Competition for Virginia’s First District. Victoria studies art under Mrs. Nancy Jacey of The Jacey Gallery in Henrico County. The winning art piece of Congressman Wittman’s 2025 Congressional Art Competition is titled “July” by Victoria Ji ... Read More »
WASHINGTON – Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) was awarded an honorary Doctor of Laws degree by the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill during its 2025 spring commencement ceremony, in recognition of his nearly four decades of distinguished public service and lifelong commitment to improving the lives of Virginians and Americans across the nation. UNC Chapel Hill awards honorary degrees to i... Read More »
As the representative for Virginia’s 1st District in Congress, I take seriously the legislative branch’s responsibility to ensure the federal government operates efficiently, effectively and in the best interests of the American people. Across party lines, there’s growing agreement: Washington must get its fiscal house in order by spending taxpayer dollars wisely while focusing on results that mat... Read More »
WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Wittman (VA-01) announced that the 2025 Congressional App Challenge is now open to all middle and high school students in Virginia’s First District. The deadline for this year’s competition is Oct. 30, 2025. "Virginia is home to many talented young minds, and I encourage all eligible students to take part in this year’s Congressional App Challenge,” said Congressman... Read More »
WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) hosted a roundtable discussion in Glen Allen to hear directly from constituents about their experiences navigating federal benefits and reaffirm his commitment to preserving and strengthening Social Security and Medicare. The event brought together local advocates, service providers, and constituents to share insights, address concerns, and highl... Read More »
WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01), chairman of the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Tactical Air & Land Forces, convened a hearing titled “Small UAS and Counter-UAS: Gaps, Requirements, and Projected Capabilities.” The hearing addressed the growing threats posed by unmanned aerial systems (UAS) and the urgent need for the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) to close capability g... Read More »
WASHINGTON — Today, Congressman Rob Wittman’s (VA-01) bipartisan Foreign Adversary Communications Transparency (FACT) Act passed the U.S. House of Representatives less than three months after the bill’s introduction. “The House’s passage of my bipartisan FACT Act marks real progress in countering foreign threats to our tech infrastructure,” said Congressman Wittman. “The Chinese Communist Party co... Read More »
WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01), Senator Mark Warner (D-VA), and Senator Tim Kaine (D-VA) called on the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to conduct enhanced oversight of nursing homes and implement stronger safeguards to protect seniors in the wake of alarming reports of alleged abuse, neglect, and falsified records coming out of Colonial Heights Rehabilitation ... Read More »
WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Rob Wittman (R-VA-01) and Congresswoman Kathy Castor (D-FL-11) introduced the Finding Opportunities for Resource Exploration (ORE) Act to empower the U.S. Department of the Interior to strengthen international cooperation in the scientific mapping and exploration of critical minerals and rare earth elements. This will reaffirm the United States’ commitment to respon... Read More »
WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) joined a coalition of congressional colleagues in advocating to preserve Medicaid coverage for vulnerable populations as Congress considers budget reconciliation legislation. In a letter sent to House leadership, Congressman Wittman and his colleagues emphasize that balancing the federal budget must not come at the expense of children, seniors, i... Read More »
WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) applauded Governor Glenn Youngkin’s announcement that construction to replace the aging Robert O. Norris Jr. Bridge will begin in 2028—eight years ahead of schedule—thanks to new funding made available through the Commonwealth Transportation Special Structures Program Revenue Bond Act of 2025. The Norris Bridge, which connects the Northern Neck a... Read More »
WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) announced that his office has returned $1 million in federal casework funds for residents of Virginia’s First District since Jan. 1, 2025. Casework dollars are secured by advocating for constituents facing backlogs and bureaucratic delays with a federal agency, program, or benefit. The Office of Congressman Rob Wittman works to resolve issues ran... Read More »
WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) announced that his Freedom to Invest in Tomorrow’s Workforce Act surpassed 100 cosponsors just over two months after the bipartisan bill’s introduction. The Tomorrow’s Workforce Coalition, dedicated to championing and rallying support for the legislation, also continues to grow with more than 900 trade associations, professional societies, and bu... Read More »
WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) announced that his bipartisan Foreign Adversary Communications Transparency (FACT) Act advanced through the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. Passage during this week’s committee markup sets this bill up for consideration on the House floor. “I couldn’t be more pleased to see my bipartisan bill advance through committee and move toward Hous... Read More »
