Members of VA Delegation recommend TCC be designated a Domestic Maritime Center of Excellence
WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-1) was joined by U.S. Senators Warner and Kaine, Representatives Taylor, Scott, and McEachin in writing a letter to the Secretary of Transportation, Elaine Chao, requesting that Tidewater Community College (TCC) be designated a Domestic… Read more »
Weekly Update: A Story You Need to Hear
By Rob Wittman
February 10, 2018
It’s February, which means that it has been over a month since the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act has taken effect. Ninety percent of Americans are going to see more in their paychecks and over $3 billion in bonuses have gone out to American workers. Americans are seeing lower taxes, bigger bonuses, higher wages, and… Read more »
Wittman Votes in Favor of Historic Tax Reform
WASHINGTON – Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-1) released the following statement after voting in favor of the Conference Report to accompany H.R. 1, The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act:
“Today we made history. After 31 years of a bulky, broken tax code, we have passed a reform plan that means fairer taxes, bigger paychecks, and more jobs for my… Read more »
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In the last few weeks, the House and Senate both passed historic tax reform legislation. I believe we have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to simplify our tax code and provide relief for working-class families and Main Street job creators across the country.
The framework is simple: lower rates and close special-interest loopholes so Americans keep more of their hard-earned… Read more »
Weekly Update: Give Thanks
By Rob Wittman
November 23, 2017
We have a tradition in my family on Thanksgiving. We all sit down at the table, and before we start eating the beautifully prepared feast, we go around and say what we are thankful for. Well this year, I wanted to do the same thing for work as I do for family; look back through 2017 to think about what I am most thankful… 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 »
Weekly Update: One Step Closer to Tax Relief
By Rob Wittman
November 18, 2017
The House has done its part, and completed the first step towards keeping our promise to the Nation. Since America’s founding, the First District of Virginia, my home, has been a stronghold for hardworking men and women who work hard, raise their families, and help shape what we now consider the American… 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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Our current tax system is broken and we in Congress finally have the opportunity to help American families. I have been all across the First District of Virginia hearing stories from families, farmers, and small business owners about how our tax code is too confusing and extremely expensive. Last week, the Ways and Means Committee introduced a tax relief bill called the Tax… Read more »
