WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Rob Wittman (R-VA-01) and Congresswoman Lauren Underwood (D-IL-14), co-chairs of the Congressional Public Health Caucus, announced the introduction of a House Concurrent Resolution commending public health professionals for their dedication and service to the United States.
“Before serving in Congress, I earned a master’s degree in… Read more »
WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) and Congressman Bobby Scott (VA-03) called on the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to expedite approval of critical updates to Newport News-Williamsburg International Airport as part of a joint bipartisan effort to boost passenger traffic at Patrick Henry Field (PHF).
“Hampton Roads as a region is rich in aviation assets with 10… Read more »
WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) announced that his office has secured over $3.6 million in federal casework funds for residents of Virginia’s First District since May 2023.
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… Read more »
MIDLOTHIAN, Va. – Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) today hosted a community seminar at American Legion Post 354 in Midlothian to convene veterans, their families, support organizations, and community members to provide resources and discuss the challenges faced by the veterans community in Virginia’s First District. The seminar was a follow-up to a similar event the congressman hosted in… Read more »
MECHANICSVILLE, Va. – Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) today hosted a community seminar at American Legion Post 175 in Mechanicsville to convene veterans, their families, support organizations, and community members to provide resources and discuss the challenges faced by the veterans community in Virginia’s First District.
Watch the livestream here.
“American history – and world… Read more »
WASHINGTON – Congressman Rob Wittman (R-VA-01) today introduced the Organ Donation Referral Improvement Act, a bipartisan effort co-led by Reps. Jennifer McClellan (D-VA-04), Mariannette Miller-Meeks (R-IA-01), and Jim Costa (D-CA-21). The legislation will study the implementation of automated software tools to improve and expedite the organ donation referral process.
This legislation… Read more »
WASHINGTON – Congressman Rob Wittman (R-VA-01) and Congresswoman Abigail Spanberger (D-VA-07) yesterday introduced bipartisan legislation to increase military leave for federal employees who serve in the National Guard or reserve forces.
Federal law currently provides 15 days of paid leave, separate from sick leave and vacation, for federal employees who also serve in the National Guard… Read more »
WASHINGTON – Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) joined 69 Members of Congress, including senior leaders of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, in calling on the Biden-Harris administration to work to prevent a work stoppage at East and Gulf Coast ports, including the Port of Virginia. A potential strike could lead to dire impacts to U.S. supply chains, the economy,… Read more »
WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) and Congresswoman Elise Stefanik (NY-21) called on the U.S. Air Force to reduce its supply chain dependency on China for critical weapons platforms. The service branch was reported to have increased its usage of Chinese suppliers by 68.8% over the past year.
“Despite the Pentagon having identified China as the greatest strategic threat… Read more »
WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) released the following statement after voting for the Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act:
“With the end of the fiscal year approaching and Senate Democrats refusing to negotiate with the House on an acceptable topline number for Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25), I voted today for a short-term funding measure to keep the government open… Read more »
