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Defense spending: critical to Virginia's economy

| Posted in Opinion Pieces by Rob

Defense spending: critical to Virginia's economy Virginia’s critical role in our nation’s defense is undeniable. The Commonwealth of Virginia is home to 27 military bases, representing every branch, along with the Pentagon — the headquarters of the Department of Defense (DoD) and the largest office building in the world. While Virginia contributes much to our nation’s defense, the…

ICYMI: A survey and note from your Congressman

| Posted in Press Releases

Friend- As your Congressman here in Virginia’s First District, I want to consistently provide you with updates on my work to address critical issues facing our nation. I am focused on building a strong economy for all Virginians, ensuring we maintain a strong national defense, bringing accountability back to Washington, and…

Weekly Update: Economic Prosperity

| Posted in Weekly Updates

Weekly Update: Economic Prosperity By Congressman Rob Wittman November 17, 2018 As the leaves change and fall to the ground (along with some snow this week), I’m reminded how things have changed so much in the last year. Our nation’s and Virginia’s economies are thriving due to the…

Weekly Update: September Snapshot

| Posted in Weekly Updates

Friend- Congress accomplished a great deal of work this September. We passedlandmark legislationto combat the opioid crisis. We also sent a government funding bill to the President's desk that delivers on-time, reliable funding for our military for the first time in a decade. These resources will allow our service members to meet…

Wittman Visits with Local Chambers of Commerce

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  Wittman Visits with Local Chambers of Commerce   WASHINGTON – This week and last, Congressman Wittman met with members of the Prince William County, New Kent and Williamsburg Chambers of Commerce to discuss the issues important to businesses in the First Congressional District. …

Weekly Update: Our Economy – Better Off Now

| Posted in Weekly Updates

Weekly Update: Our Economy – Better Off Now By Rob Wittman August 25, 2018 Two years ago, House Republicans laid out a bold policy agenda called A Better Way to tackle some of the biggest challenges of the day, including reforming the tax and regulatory system to work for all Americans. We…

Kicking off summer in VA01

| Posted in Weekly Updates

Friend- The people's House accomplished a great deal of work this June. We passed landmark legislation to combat the opioid crisis. We passed a farm bill that provides security for America's farmers, expands access to rural broadband, and bridges the skills gap through workforce development. We passed a rescissions package that…

Weekly Update: Congress must do its job

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Weekly Update: Congress must do its job By Congressman Wittman June 9, 2018 Congress has a major opportunity. For the first time in several years, the House could complete all twelve appropriations bills before leaving for the August recess. I have been advocating for this for years, and I am thrilled that leadership is taking this seriously. Funding bills are extremely important.…

10 stories you don't want to miss

| Posted in Weekly Updates

Hey Folks, April was a busy month for me! I spent time speaking with constituents at a variety of different events in the district, received the Navy League’s Sea Services Award for my efforts on behalf of the Navy, promoted STEM and CTE programs, sponsored Chaplain Scott Foust to offer the opening prayer in the House of Representatives, and more. Check out my happenings in April…