Press Releases
Wittman-Led Effort for Block Buy Approved
WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01), Chairman of the Seapower and Projection Forces Subcommittee, commended the Navy on its intent to contract for CVN 80 and 81, the next two Gerald R. Ford-class aircraft carriers. Congressman Wittman led the bipartisan effort to secure this provision.
"The House has done our job. We passed a funding bill that not only kept our government open, but provided the necessary appropriations to keep our nation safe. This situation was completely avoidable, and it all stems back to a broken budgeting system.
Wittman Thanks Secretary Mattis for Unparalleled Service
WASHINGTON - Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-1), Chairman of the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Seapower and Projection Forces, released this statement following Secretary of Defense General James Mattis' retirement announcement.
WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Wittman (VA-01) released this statement after voting to pass a Continuing Resolution (CR) with an additional $5.7 billion for construction of a wall on the U.S. southern border:
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Wittman on ACA Ruling
WASHINGTON - Congressman Wittman released the following statement on the Affordable Care Act ruling by a U.S. District Court in Texas:
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Wittman Welcomes Wounded Warrior Fellow to Constituent Services Team
WASHINGTON - Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) welcomes U.S. Marine John Kuhnle to his Stafford district office staff. Kuhnle, who was selected through the House of Representatives Wounded Warrior Fellowship Program, will assist with Veterans case work and outreach efforts.
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Wittman Votes in Favor of Farm Bill
WASHINGTON – Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) released the following statement after voting in favor of H.R. 2, the Agriculture and Nutrition Act of 2018:
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In order to avoid a partial government shutdown, Congress must pass a government funding bill by December 21st. President Trump has indicated that he will not sign a funding bill unless it funds a southern border wall. That being said, I want to know what you think.
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As your Congressman here in Virginia's First District, I want to consistently provide you with updates on my work to address critical issues facing our nation. I am focused on building a strong economy for all Virginians, ensuring we maintain a strong national defense, bringing accountability back to Washington, and meeting the needs of our nation's veterans and federal employees.
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Over the past two years, the 115th Congress advanced a bold agenda that breathed life into our economy, made critical investments in restoring military readiness, strengthened career and technical education,and directed resources to combat the opioid epidemic.When the 116th Congress begins next year, it is critical that we not lose the progress we've made, especially when it comes to our military and economy. Until then, the 115th has a few weeks left in Washington to address outstanding legislative business.