WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) voted in favor over $7 billion in emergency funding for the U.S. response to the Coronavirus as well as extending emergency telehealth services. This legislation does not contain any policy riders or political poison pills, and is the product of a bipartisan compromise to address this emergency. This bill provides important funding that allows th... Read more »
WASHINGTON – Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01), Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Seapower and Projection Forces (SPF), made the following opening statement, as prepared for delivery, at the SPF Hearing titled: Department of the Navy Fiscal Year 2021 Budget Request for Seapower and Projection Forces: “I want to thank Chairman Courtney for yielding and thank our three witness... Read more »
WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) testified at the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee’s Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA) Member Day hearing. Virginia’s economy depends on domestic and international commercial gateways like the Port of Virginia. During his testimony, Congressman Wittman, emphasized the importance of WRDA to the First District to improve inland w... Read more »
WASHINGTON – Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) completed a tour of Manassas businesses during the week-long District Work Period. Throughout the day, he visited ZESTRON Americas, Able Moving and Storage, and SES o3b Networks Global Operations Centers and NOC/SOC Facility. “These hardworking Virginians make our economy thrive,” Wittman said. “I am so grateful for the hospitality of ZESTRON Americas, ... Read more »
WASHINGTON – Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) along with Road Safety Caucus Chairs, Representatives Bruce Westerman (AR-04) and Chris Pappas (NH-01), introduced a resolution to recognize the 50th anniversary of the American Traffic Safety Services Association (ATSSA) and celebrate its achievements and efforts on saving lives and reducing injuries on the roadways. “Back when I was the Mayor of Montr... Read more »
WASHINGTON – Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) visited JBG Smith’s Marketing Center to see the site plan for Amazon’s HQ2 in the newly named National Landing. Attendees included JBG Smith executives and members of the Amazon team. The entire Northern Virginia region will benefit from important infrastructure projects, including the construction of additional entrances to the Metro stations at Cryst... Read more »
WASHINGTON – Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01), top Republican on the Seapower and Projection Forces Subcommittee, released this statement on the shipbuilding numbers in the President’s Budget: “Simply put, the budget published today does not invest nearly enough in shipbuilding. It is clear to me—and it should be clear to everyone at this point—that we are in a full-scale strategic competition. And... Read more »
WASHINGTON – Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01), Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Seapower and Projection Forces (SPF), made the following opening statement, as prepared for delivery, at the Joint Seapower and Projection Forces and Readiness Subcommittee hearing today titled: Update on Navy and Marine Corps Readiness in the Pacific in the Aftermath of Recent Mishaps: “I want... Read more »
WASHINGTON – Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) released this statement following the Senate acquittal of President Donald Trump on both articles of impeachment: “Unhappy with the results of the 2016 election, Democrats have been working since before the election to build a case for impeachment against President Trump. This partisan impeachment process has finally come to an end, and it is clear – ne... Read more »
Wittman Statement on President Trump's State of the Union Address WASHINGTON - Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) released this statement following President Trump’s third State of the Union address: “Tonight, President Trump outlined a strong, visionary path forward for America that builds upon the successes of the last three years. Since the president took office, we have had unparalleled accomplis... Read more »
