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 »
WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Rob Wittman’s (R-VA-01) America’s Conservation Enhancement Reauthorization Act advanced out of the House Natural Resources Committee after receiving a hearing and markup. The bill is now eligible for a full House floor vote. This comprehensive legislation will enhance the preservation of America's natural resources, wildlife, and habitats.
“As a… Read more »
WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) was named a “Guardian of Small Business” by the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) for his work supporting the American small businesses community through his legislative action and leadership.
“Virginia’s First District is home to thousands of small businesses, and I’m proud to support them through my work in Congress,”… Read more »
WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01), participated in a press conference with elected officials from the Commonwealth of Virginia and senior executives from Kongsberg Defense and Aerospace, a Norwegian-based company, to announce the construction of a new missile production facility, which will be located in James City County.
“Today’s announcement by Kongsberg… Read more »
WASHINGTON – This week, Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01), senior member of the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), voted for a slate of bills to combat the existential threat of the CCP and restore the strength and dominance of the United States.
“The Chinese Communist Party presents the greatest threat to freedom and American national security in our lifetime,”… Read more »
WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01), member of the Congressional Coalition on Adoption, announced Henrico resident Autumn Zaborowski as the 2024 Angel in Adoption honoree from the Commonwealth of Virginia.
“Every child deserves a loving family where they can grow to reach their full potential,” said Rep. Wittman. “Adoptive families face unique challenges and are… Read more »
WASHINGTON – Yesterday, Congressman Rob Wittman (R-VA-01) led the fourth roundtable discussion of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party (CCP)’s Critical Minerals Policy Working Group. The discussion focused on recycling and polymetallic nodule harvesting.
In June, Rep. Wittman was appointed to lead the working… Read more »
HENRICO, VA – Today, Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) hosted a seminar in Henrico titled “Protecting Our Children from the Dangers of Social Media” to provide parents, educators, community leaders, and interested Virginia’s First District residents with information and resources to keep children safe online.
Watch the livestream of the seminar here.
“As a father of two and the… Read more »
