April 15, 2010: Congressman Wittman's Statement on Tax Day

Washington, D.C. -- Congressman Rob Wittman released the following statement on Tax Day:

"As Virginians across the Commonwealth pay their taxes today, we are reminded once again of the crippling amount of money taxpayers are sending to Washington.  The federal government will spend $31,406 per household in 2010 – the highest level in American history (adjusted for inflation) according to the Heritage Foundation.  This rate of government spending is on an unsustainable path, and it's going to be passed on to our children and grandchildren.  Hard-working families have to make tough decisions to prioritize spending and balance their budgets, and so should the Federal government.  I will continue to fight against higher taxes and will fight to protect that which makes our country great – the ingenuity and entrepreneurialism of the American people."

Congressman Rob Wittman represents the First District of Virginia. He was elected to his first full term in November 2008 and serves on the Natural Resources Committee and the Armed Services Committee where he is the Ranking Member of the Oversight and Investigations Subcommittee.