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Wittman Leads Roundtable Discussion on U.S. Energy Solutions

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WASHINGTON – Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) participated in a roundtable discussion in Glen Allen to examine strengthening America’s energy independence. The event connected energy organizations, local businesses, and local officials to discuss the policies implemented in H.R. 1 as well as permitting reform, grid reliability, and future energy initiatives. “We must invest in energy…

Wittman Hosts Tax Roundtable with Yorktown Chamber of Commerce

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WASHINGTON – U.S. Representative Rob Wittman (VA-01) hosted a roundtable with the Yorktown Chamber of Commerce. The roundtable brought together local business owners to discuss their experiences and the impact tax reform will have on their businesses. The discussion focused specifically on the pro-growth provisions in H.R. 1, signed into law on July 4th, which are vital to maintaining…

Wittman Shares New Federal Emergency Management Grant Opportunities

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WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) announced the availability of federal grant funding to enhance emergency preparedness and resilience across our community. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced a recent Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO), making $2.6 billion available to state, local, tribal, territorial, and other emergency management…

Wittman Holds Seminar with Local Veterans

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WASHINGTON –  Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) hosted an in-person seminar in Richmond, Virginia, bringing together veterans, their families, and support organizations. The event provided a valuable platform for attendees to voice their concerns, access vital resources, and share the issues they are most passionate about. Joining Congressman Wittman were Virginia Department…

Wittman Leads Farm Tour Across the Northern Neck

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RICHMOND COUNTY, VA – Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) toured several farms in the Northern Neck, engaging directly with Virginia’s farmers to discuss issues impacting American agriculture.   “Supporting our nation’s farmers and producers is critical—not only for Virginia but for the entire country,” said Rep. Wittman. “That’s why I voted in favor of H.R.1, legislation…

SHARKED Act Passes Senate Committee

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WASHINGTON  – This week, the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation unanimously approved the Supporting the Health of Aquatic Systems through Research, Knowledge, and Enhanced Dialogue (SHARKED) Act  (S. 2314). This bill is a companion to the legislation introduced by Rep. Rob Wittman (R-VA-01) and passed earlier this year by the House. In the…

Wittman Applauds Committee Passage of Legislation that Protects Virginia Sportsmen

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WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01), Vice Chairman of House Natural Resources Committee, applauded committee passage of his legislation, the Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act, which would ensure access to affordable tackle and ammunition for sportsmen and women while reinforcing investments in conservation efforts. The next step of the process will be House…

Wittman Supports Legislation That Strengthens National Defense and Supports Virginia Shipbuilding

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WASHINGTON - Today, Congressman Rob Wittman (R-VA), vice chairman of the House Armed Services Committee (HASC) and chairman of the Tactical Air and Land Forces (TAL) Subcommittee, voted in favor of the committee’s advancement of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26). With this vote, full House consideration can follow soon. Congressman…

Wittman Hosts a Tax Roundtable with Local Businesses and U.S. Chamber of Commerce

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WASHINGTON – U.S. Representative Rob Wittman (VA-01) hosted an in-district roundtable with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce in Mechanicsville, Virginia. The roundtable brought together local business owners to discuss their experiences and the impact tax reform will have on their businesses. The discussion focused specifically on the pro-growth provisions in H.R. 1, signed into law on July…

Wittman, Min, Baldwin, Murkowski Introduce Bipartisan, Bicameral Legislation To Protect Our Coasts

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Washington, D.C. - Congressman Rob Wittman (R-VA-01), Congressman Dave Min (D-CA-47), Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), and Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) introduced bipartisan, bicameral legislation to reauthorize the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) Digital Coast Program. As coastal cities face unique and complex challenges, this bill supports thousands of…