WASHINGTON, DC - "Today we mark the eighth anniversary of the attacks of September 11th. My heart goes out, especially to the families of the First District, who lost loved ones on that day in the Pentagon. On that date, America renewed the commitments which have been met by generations of Americans throughout history and which we continue to fulfill today. These include standing firm in… Read more »
Hampton, VA - Three Hampton Roads members of Congress are teaming up to make the case that Langley Air Force Base would make an ideal home for an additional squadron of F-22s, as well as a future base for F-35s and other emerging Air Force missions. In a letter to Secretary of the Air Force Michael Donley, Congressmen Glenn Nye, Rob Wittman, and Bobby Scott urge the Air Force to take… Read more »
WASHINGTON, DC - Today Congressman Rob Wittman joined members from across the aisle to support and pass (311-107) H.R. 965 Chesapeake Bay Gateways and Watertrails Network Continuing Authorization Act. The Act, when approved by the Senate and signed by the President, would permanently authorize this popular Bay program. "I'm passionate about restoring and preserving the Chesapeake Bay. … Read more »
WASHINGTON, DC - Today Congressman Rob Wittman, who serves as a member of the Migratory Bird Conservation Commission joined other Commission members in approving the purchase of easements along Cat Point Creek. $3.5 million in grants and matching donations will enable 1,246 acres of the watershed to become part of the Rappahannock River Valley National Wildlife Refuge. "I'm pleased to… Read more »
Washington, DC - "During a month spent traveling across the First Congressional District as well as addressing three public town halls, I heard a continued call from my constituents to make reforms to our current healthcare system. However, this does not mean that they invite a government takeover of their healthcare; and I agree. We must focus on cutting waste, fraud, and abuse, enacting… Read more »
H1N1 Flu (Swine Flu) PreparednessCenters for Disease Control and Preventionhttp://www.cdc.gov/h1n1flu/index.htmVirginia Department of Healthhttp://www.vdh.state.va.us/ Hurricane PreparednessFederal Emergency Management Agencyhttp://www.fema.gov/hazard/hurricane/index.shtmVirginia Department of Emergency Managementhttp://www.vdem.state.va.us/threats/hurricane/index.cfm Read more »
Fredericksburg, VA - Congressman Rob Wittman invites all residents of the First Congressional District to participate in a job fair featuring state, federal, and private employers actively seeking new employees. Attendees are also welcome to take advantage of a free resume check to ensure that they are placing their best foot forward in their search for new employment. Date: Monday,… Read more »
Congressman Wittman welcomes First Congressional District residents to the following town hall meetings. Date: Monday, August 31stTime: 6:00PM to 8:00PM*Location:Christopher Newport UniversityFerguson Center for the Arts, Music & Theatre Hall1 University PlaceNewport News, VA Date: Tuesday, September 1stTimes: 6:00PM to 8:00PM*Location:University of Mary WashingtonDodd Auditorium1301… Read more »
WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Rob Wittman today criticized Administration efforts, as reported by the Washington Post, to bring terrorist trials to the Federal Courthouse in Newport News. Wittman also sent a letter today to Attorney General Eric Holder opposing the transfer of any detainees to Newport News and demanding that the Administration clarify their plans for any transfer of… Read more »
WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Rob Wittman will hold an open forum on Monday evening to discuss the status of the James River Reserve Fleet. Along with Wittman, participants will include James E. Caponiti, Assistant Administrator for the Maritime Administration (MARAD), Congressman Bobby Scott, Senator John Miller, Delegate Glen Oder, and Councilman Bert Bateman. MARAD will report and… Read more »
