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October 18, 2017
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I am fully dedicated to representing the constituents of the First District. I will continue to work hard to ensure that Veterans receive the benefits they deserve; that we bring jobs back to the hard-working men and women of Virginia; that we preserve and build our military strength; and that we meet the needs of our dedicated federal employees.
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I am fully dedicated to representing the constituents of the First District. I will continue to work hard to ensure that Veterans receive the benefits they deserve; that we bring jobs back to the hard-working men and women of Virginia; that we preserve and build our military strength; and that we meet the needs of our dedicated federal employees.
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October 16, 2017
Weekly Update: Wildlife Refuges
By Rob Wittman
October 14, 2017
It's marked by a sign bearing a flying goose. Behind this sign is a sanctuary; a sanctuary dedicated to the conservation of America's fish, wildlife, and plants. If you find yourself there, you are in one of America's National Wildlife Refuges.
By Rob Wittman
October 14, 2017
It's marked by a sign bearing a flying goose. Behind this sign is a sanctuary; a sanctuary dedicated to the conservation of America's fish, wildlife, and plants. If you find yourself there, you are in one of America's National Wildlife Refuges.
Issues:
Environmental Conservation
October 13, 2017
WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) released this statement following the Trump Administration's announcement on its new strategy regarding Iran.
Issues:
National Defense
October 12, 2017
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I wrote an op-ed that was published in Defense News explaining how the Navy, with the support of Congress, must take measures to ensure our ships are properly protected from cyber intrusion.
The full article is below.
I wrote an op-ed that was published in Defense News explaining how the Navy, with the support of Congress, must take measures to ensure our ships are properly protected from cyber intrusion.
The full article is below.
Issues:
National Defense
October 12, 2017
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As the Chairman of the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Seapower and Projection Forces, I keep a careful eye on major international events that continuously unfold around the world; these events play a significant role in our daily lives and frequently impact our national and personal interests. Lately, there has been speculation that President Trump will not recertify the 2015 Iran Nuclear Deal, so I wanted to take a moment and have a dialogue with you on this issue.
As the Chairman of the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Seapower and Projection Forces, I keep a careful eye on major international events that continuously unfold around the world; these events play a significant role in our daily lives and frequently impact our national and personal interests. Lately, there has been speculation that President Trump will not recertify the 2015 Iran Nuclear Deal, so I wanted to take a moment and have a dialogue with you on this issue.
Issues:
National Defense
October 12, 2017
Bipartisan Effort to Protect American Wildlife Refuges Introduced
WASHINGTON – Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01), in a bipartisan effort to protect American wildlife, joined eight colleagues from both the House and Senate to introduce the Keep America's Refuges Operational Act. H.R. 3979 will reauthorize the National Wildlife Refuge System volunteer, community partnership and education programs that help ensure Americans can visit, explore, fish, hunt, and study wildlife for generations to come.
Issues:
Environmental Conservation
October 11, 2017
WASHINGTON – Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) joined 152 Members of the House in sending a letter to President Trump supporting his call to restore America's military strength. In his address to the UN General Assembly last month, President Trump said, "It has just been announced that we will be spending almost $700 billion on our military and defense. Our military will soon be the strongest it has ever been."
Issues:
National Defense
October 11, 2017
Wittman Statement on Clean Power Plan Repeal
WASHINGTON – Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-1) released the following statement on the Trump Administration's announcement to repeal the Clean Power Plan (CPP):
Issues:
Environmental Conservation
October 11, 2017
VA Delegation Sends Letter to Sec. Shulkin on Late Choice Payments
Issues:
Veterans
October 6, 2017
Wittman Joins 152 House Members in Letter to POTUS on Restoring America's Military Strength
WASHINGTON – Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) joined 152 Members of the House in sending a letter to President Trump supporting his call to restore America's military strength. In his address to the UN General Assembly last month, President Trump said, "It has just been announced that we will be spending almost $700 billion on our military and defense. Our military will soon be the strongest it has ever been."
Issues:
National Defense