Friend- As you may know, last week President Trump announced his intention to impose tariffs on imported steel and aluminum. Simply put, a tariff is a tax on an imported or exported commodity. The president’s particular proposal puts a tariff of 25% on foreign-made steel and 10% on foreign-made aluminum when brought across the U.S. border. There’s been a robust discussion over the past week about the potential costs and benefits of this new trade policy proposal. Critics of this plan argue that ...
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Wittman Advocates for 13 Ships in FY19 Navy Budget Request Hearing WASHINGTON – Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01), Chairman of the Seapower and Projection Forces Subcommittee, released the following statement regarding the Department of the Navy FY 2019 Budget Request for Seapower and Projection Forces hearing this afternoon and his priorities for the FY19 NDAA: “Today, the subcommittee heard from Honorable James Geurts, Assistant Secretary of the Navy, Research, Development & Acquisition; Vice A...
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Friend- I spent a majority of this month back in the district meeting with folks from all across VA-01. Take a look at what I was up to during February: I met some government students from Stafford High School outside the Capitol to give them a quick update on the latest happenings in Washington and answer their questions about public service. Since Virginia is a leading innovator in the emerging industry of aquaculture, I joined Sea Grant Virginia for a critical discussion on the state of colla...
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Friend- Did you know my staff and I strive to make sure you get answers to your questions, have easy access to every constituent service, and know what is happening both in Washington and across Virginia’s First District? Did you know I was recently named a finalist for the Congressional Management Foundation's Democracy Award for Transparency and Accountability? This recognition is for the work my office has done to provide clear, relevant information to constituents and publicly acknowledge me...
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Friend- It’s only been a couple of months since the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act passed. The results are improving the lives of Americans all across the country, and we’re just getting started. Take a look at some of the numbers: Nationwide: Over 4 million workers have seen a direct benefit from tax reform. American business have paid out more than $3 billion in bonuses. Statewide: The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act is already at work across Virginia. We’ve seen companies lower utility bills and local business ...
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Friend- Each spring, the Congressional Institute and participating Members of Congress sponsor An Artistic Discovery, a nationwide high school visual art competition that recognizes and encourages artistic talent in each congressional district. Since the pilot competition in 1982, more than 650,000 high school students have participated. The annual Congressional Art Competition is open to all high school students currently living in the First District. Children of service members who are station...
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Weekly Update: The President's Budget By Rob Wittman February 24, 2018 Last week, President Trump released his budget proposal for Fiscal Year 2019. The President’s budget is only the first step in the annual budgeting and appropriations process. And I’m sure you know, the Administration’s FY19 proposal is simply that - a proposal. Any changes in actual funding levels requires Congressional approval. This budget proposal rightly prioritizes defense and national security. The proposal also aims t...
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Wittman Named Finalist for CMF Democracy Awards WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) was named a finalist by the Congressional Management Foundation for their first-ever Democracy Awards. These awards recognize performance and achievement in congressional offices. Rep. Wittman was selected for his outstanding accomplishments for the category of Transparency and Accountability, which is awarded to offices that provide clear, relevant information on their work and publicly acknowle...
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Friend- In the coming weeks, I’ll hold a meeting with my First District Environmental Advisory Council to discuss the critical policy issues surrounding a healthy Chesapeake Bay and clean environment. Knowing our shared interest in our the district’s environment and natural resources, I wanted to get your feedback on the most pressing issues that I should discuss with my advisory council. What is your greatest environmental policy concern? Federal funding for Chesapeake Bay cleanup Ensuring clea...
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Wittman Praises Administration’s Intent to Expand Access to Rural Broadband WASHINGTON – Congressman Rob Wittman released this statement regarding President Trump’s comments on rural broadband investments: “I am thrilled that President Trump is serious about investments to expand access to broadband internet. High speed internet access, or broadband, is critical to economic growth, job creation, education, and healthcare. We can no longer leave Americans in rural areas on the sidelines. Using t...
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