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Wittman Relaunches Bipartisan Rural Broadband Caucus for 119th Congress

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WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) — alongside fellow co-chairs of the bipartisan Congressional Rural Broadband Caucus — announced the launch of the caucus in the 119th Congress. Co-chairs include U.S. Reps. Dave Taylor (R-OH-02), Angie Craig (D-MN-02), James E. Clyburn (D-SC-06), Bob Latta (R-OH-05), and Teresa Leger Fernández (D-NM-03). Founded in…

Wittman Votes to Protect Medicaid, Deliver Relief For Virginians

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WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) released the following statement after voting for H.R. 1: “Today, I voted to deliver once-in-a-generation investments that will strengthen Medicaid for Americans who need it most, invest in rural schools, bolster our national defense, and lower energy costs—all while delivering historic tax relief and preventing the largest…

Wittman, Randall Introduce Bipartisan ANCHOR for Military Families Act

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WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Representatives Rob Wittman (VA-01) and Emily Randall (WA-06) introduced the bipartisan Assuring Navigation of Compact Help For Ongoing Relocation (ANCHOR) for Military Families Act, a bill that will ensure military families are informed of their educational rights, school enrollment support, and other key relocation…

Wittman, Lieu Launch Bipartisan Congressional Toy Caucus

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WASHINGTON — Today, Congressman Rob Wittman (R-VA-01) and Congressman Ted Lieu (D-CA-36) relaunched the bipartisan Congressional Toy Caucus, highlighting the U.S. toy industry’s critical role as a driver of economic growth, innovation, and job creation across the country. The Toy Caucus will address key issues impacting the industry, including online protections for children, supply…

Wittman’s Freedom to Invest in Tomorrow’s Workforce Act Surpasses 175 Cosponsors

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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…

Wittman Announces Winner of Virginia's First District’s 2025 Congressional Art Competition

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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…

Wittman Awarded Honorary Doctor of Laws Degree from UNC Chapel Hill

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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…

Wittman Announces 2025 Congressional App Challenge

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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…

Wittman Hosts Roundtable on Strengthening Social Security and Medicare, Connects Constituents with Resources

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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…

Wittman Leads Hearing on Urgent Gaps in Drone and Counter-Drone Capabilities 

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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…