WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-1) today announced he has introduced legislation to bolster the structure of leadership at Arlington National Cemetery (ANC). Wittman’s bill proposes the placement of a commissioned officer of the United States Military in charge of Army National Cemeteries, which includes ANC, to provide for greater accountability in the chain of command.… Read more »
Washington, DC – Today, Congressman Jim Moran (D-08) joined Senators Tim Kaine and Mark R. Warner, Congressmen Rob Wittman (R-01), Bobby Scott (D-03), and Gerry Connolly (D-11), and members of Virginia tribes to announce legislation to grant federal recognition to six Virginia Native American tribes. The bill, the “Thomasina E. Jordan Indian Tribes of Virginia Act” was introduced by… Read more »
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-1), Chairman of the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Readiness, presided over the markup today of the Readiness Subcommittee’s portion of H.R. 1960, the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2014, which passed with unanimous support from the subcommittee members.
"There is no greater challenge, and certainly no… Read more »
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-1) praised the introduction of his Chesapeake Bay Accountability and Recovery Act (H.R. 739) in the Senate by Virginia Senator Mark Warner today. This legislation passed the House of Representatives in both the 111th and 112th Congresses, and Wittman reintroduced it earlier this year as a continuation of his efforts to streamline and improve… Read more »
WASHINGTON, DC – Representative Rob Wittman (VA-01) made the following statement upon the announcement by Department of Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel of DoD civilian furloughs:
“Our nation has no greater asset than the folks serving our nation, including those who make up our Department of Defense, both military and civilian alike. Their dedication and service to our nation is… Read more »
WASHINGTON, DC – Representative Rob Wittman (VA-1) announced today that the Fredericksburg constituent services office of the First Congressional District will move to a temporary location. The office move will take place on Monday, May 13, 2013, and the office will re-open in the new temporary location on Wednesday, May 15. America’s First District has three office locations to… Read more »
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-1) today released the following statement marking 2013 Public Service Recognition Week:
“Many of those in public service consider it a calling; they serve not for themselves but for their fellow citizens, and for love of community and country. Hard-working citizens serve our nation on a daily basis, whether it be the local policeman or… Read more »
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-1) today announced that he will host a Military Service Academy Day on May 11 in Yorktown, along with Rep. Bobby Scott (VA-3). High school and middle school students, their parents, guidance counselors and interested citizens are invited to attend. Attendees will be provided a comprehensive overview of the United States service academies… Read more »
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-1) made the following statement after the House passed legislation to transfer funds within the Federal Aviation Administration budget to lessen the need for furloughs of air traffic controllers:
“While I’m pleased the House acted to avoid further damage to our air traffic control system, this disjointed but necessary vote today… Read more »
WASHINGTON, DC – The House Committee on Natural Resources today approved legislation authored by Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01). With approval by the Committee, the Chesapeake Bay Accountability and Recovery Act (H.R. 739) and the Permanent Electronic Duck Stamp Act (H.R. 1206) are now eligible for consideration by the U.S. House. The Chesapeake Bay Accountability and Recovery Act… Read more »
