Wittman Statement on Navy’s Strategic Readiness Review
WASHINGTON – Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01), Chairman of the Seapower and Projection Forces Subcommittee, released this statement following the release of Secretary of the Navy Richard Spencer’s report on the USS McCain and USS Fitzgerald collisions:
“Yesterday, I had the opportunity to meet with Secretary Spencer regarding… Read more »
VA Delegation Sends Letter to SecNav Spencer on Maritime Commerce
WASHINGTON - The entire Virginia Delegation, led by Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-1) and Congressman A. Donald McEachin (VA-4), joined together to send a letter to the Secretary of the Navy, Richard Spencer, regarding the Navy’s role in the widening of the Thimble Shoals Channel in Hampton Roads that supports… Read more »
Wittman Votes No on Two-Week CR
WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) voted "no" on H.J.Res. 123 - Continuing Appropriations Act, 2018. The bill extends existing discretionary appropriations at current levels through December 22, 2017 and temporarily extends funding for the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) through December 31, 2017.
"Yet again we find… Read more »
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As you may know, on November 21, 2017 the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairman, Ajit Pai, circulated a draft of his Restoring Internet Freedom Order to his fellow Commissioners. This order would repeal recent internet regulations set during the end of the Obama Administration and would go back to a “light-touch” regulatory style that the U.S. has used for… Read more »
Wittman Reintroduces Adoption Information Act
WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01), joined by Adoption Caucus Chairman Trent Franks (AZ-08), Values Action Caucus Chairwoman Vicky Hartzler (MO-04), Congressman Randy Weber (TX-14), Congressman Andy Harris (MD-01), Congressman Jody B. Hice (GA-10), Congressman Thomas Massie (KY-04), Congressman David Rouzer (NC-07), and… Read more »
Wittman Visits Troops and Engages with Military and Diplomatic Leaders in Middle East
Wittman, Ernst, Peters, Young, & Rothfus Express Gratitude to Servicemembers Ahead of Thanksgiving
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) joined a bipartisan congressional delegation, led by U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA) to Afghanistan, Kuwait, and Iraq, to thank U.S.… Read more »
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There is one thing that members of both parties can agree on: our tax code is a mess. Small business owners and families across America are burdened by the cost of and time spent complying with our overwhelming tax code each year. That’s why the House passed the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (H.R. 1) last week. It will deliver much-needed tax relief to families, help our workers and… Read more »
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This week the House is on the verge of passing historic tax relief for the first time in decades! Our tax code is far too complex and burdensome, and the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act is Congress’ solution. It will deliver much-needed tax relief to families, help our job creators compete and win here at home and around the world, and make the tax code simpler and fairer for all… Read more »
Wittman Votes for Tax Relief
WASHINGTON – Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-1) released the following statement after voting in favor of H.R. 1, The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act:
“This is our window of opportunity; our once-in-a-generation opportunity to pass real reform for the American people. I was proud to cast my vote in favor of a plan that means bigger paychecks, fairer taxes, and more… Read more »
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Last week, President Trump visited China to meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping to discuss trade, North Korea, and shared global U.S.-Chinese interests. Amidst discussions on the increasing trade deficit, the two presidents oversaw the signing of $250 billion in trade deals between U.S. and Chinese companies.
Moreover, this meeting between the two world leaders comes at… Read more »
