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November 13, 2017
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Our current tax system is broken and we in Congress finally have the opportunity to help American families. I have been all across the First District of Virginia hearing stories from families, farmers, and small business owners about how our tax code is too confusing and extremely expensive. Last week, the Ways and Means Committee introduced a tax relief bill called the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act.
Our current tax system is broken and we in Congress finally have the opportunity to help American families. I have been all across the First District of Virginia hearing stories from families, farmers, and small business owners about how our tax code is too confusing and extremely expensive. Last week, the Ways and Means Committee introduced a tax relief bill called the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act.
November 9, 2017
Wittman Statement on Rep. Goodlatte's Retirement
WASHINGTON – Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-1) released the following statement today after Congressman Bob Goodlatte (VA-6) announced that he would not seek re-election to Congress at the end of this term:
November 9, 2017
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This is a historic time for Americans. We are on the verge of reforming our far too outdated and complex tax code for the first time in decades. As I've been all across our district, I hear from small business owners and families burdened by the cost of and time spent complying with our overwhelming tax code each year.
This is a historic time for Americans. We are on the verge of reforming our far too outdated and complex tax code for the first time in decades. As I've been all across our district, I hear from small business owners and families burdened by the cost of and time spent complying with our overwhelming tax code each year.
November 8, 2017
Wittman Statement on FY18 NDAA Conference Report
WASHINGTON – Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01), chairman of the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Seapower and Projection Forces, released the following statement after signing the conference report of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018 (FY18 NDAA).
November 6, 2017
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I just wrote an op-ed that was published in Real Clear Defense on securing a proper defense topline; specifically ending the defense sequester. For too long we have allowed the budget to drive our military strategy; instead, we need to have our strategy drive the budget. I will continue working to ensure we restore military readiness and meet the needs of our men and women in uniform.
November 2, 2017
Wittman Statement on Tax Reform Proposal
WASHINGTON - Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-1) released the following statement in response to the introduction of the tax reform proposal released by the House Committee on Ways and Means:
November 2, 2017
Wittman Statement on 7th Fleet Collisions Investigation
WASHINGTON- Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-1) released this statement following a briefing on the USS McCain and USS Fitzgerald investigation:
WASHINGTON- Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-1) released this statement following a briefing on the USS McCain and USS Fitzgerald investigation:
November 1, 2017
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Last week, President Trump formally declared the opioid epidemic a public health emergency.
Last week, President Trump formally declared the opioid epidemic a public health emergency.
October 28, 2017
Weekly Update: Washington Status Update
By Rob Wittman
October 28, 2017
With all that is going on in Congress, it can sometimes be hard to keep track. As my weekly update, I wanted to make sure that you are up to date on the happenings in DC. Although we should acknowledge accomplishments, I think it is more important to look forward at what else can be done.
Passing a Budget: DONE
By Rob Wittman
October 28, 2017
With all that is going on in Congress, it can sometimes be hard to keep track. As my weekly update, I wanted to make sure that you are up to date on the happenings in DC. Although we should acknowledge accomplishments, I think it is more important to look forward at what else can be done.
Passing a Budget: DONE
October 26, 2017
WASHINGTON- Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-1) released this statement following the passage of the FY18 budget:
"Passing this budget paves the way for a reconciliation process that allows Congress to move forward with tax reform. At the end of the day, Americans should be paying less in taxes than before, and I believe this budget resolution sets up Congress to deliver a tax plan that supports working-class families, protects jobs, and gives the American economy the boost it needs.
"Passing this budget paves the way for a reconciliation process that allows Congress to move forward with tax reform. At the end of the day, Americans should be paying less in taxes than before, and I believe this budget resolution sets up Congress to deliver a tax plan that supports working-class families, protects jobs, and gives the American economy the boost it needs.