Press Releases

NASA is targeting Feb. 7 for shuttle Atlantis' launch to the International Space Station to deliver the European Columbus module. Read more »

A new report refutes claims that portable music players, such as Apple's iPod, interfere with cardiac pacemakers. Read more »

A genetic trade-off between type 2 diabetes and prostate cancer has been identified by scientists, with the discovery of genes that can raise the risk of one condition while protecting against the other. Read more »

For Olympic swimmer Eric Shanteau, the last two months have been a whirlwind. "Full of the best moments and the scariest moments of my life," says the 24-year-old Olympic swimmer. Read more »

(WASHINGTON, DC) - Congressman Rob Wittman announced the award of a $50,000 grant and two loans totaling $1,800,540 for the Family Maternity Center of the Northern Neck, which will finance the center's construction and the purchase of equipment.  "This new facility will be a critical link in the delivery of health care in the Northern Neck. Unfortunately, many of Virginia's… Read more »

The economic recovery legislation before Congress this week has required more examination and thoughtful consideration than any other issue since my election to Congress.   I have heard from thousands of constituents who have called and written over the last week to voice their opinions about the current economic crisis.  This is the most important vote that Congress has… Read more »

(WASHINGTON, DC) - Congressman Rob Wittman issued the following statement regarding the departure of the 77th ship from the James River Reserve Fleet (JRRF):  "I am thrilled that yet another ship has been removed from the James River Reserve Fleet.  Salvaging these ships continues to drive local business and improve our Chesapeake Bay environment," said Wittman. The… Read more »

(WASHINGTON, DC) - Today the House of Representatives passed legislation to name the man-made rapids located at the former site of the Embrey Dam in Fredericksburg, Virginia after Senator John W. Warner.    "Senator Warner has served the Commonwealth of Virginia with distinction for nearly three decades.  Among his numerous accomplishments for the Commonwealth and… Read more »

(WASHINGTON, DC) - The past several days have been historic ones for Congress and for the families and people of this great nation.  We face significant challenges in our financial markets and I do not underestimate the serious nature of the decisions we face in dealing with the credit crisis. I realize that the current credit crisis could create problems for every American should the… Read more »

(WASHINGTON, DC) - Congressman Rob Wittman voted today in favor of the Duncan Hunter National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2009, S.3001, which passed the House by a vote of 392 to 39 and reconciles the House and Senate versions of the annual defense authorization bills.  "The National Defense Authorization Act provides our men and women in uniform with the tools and… Read more »