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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) highlighted the inclusion of his $2 million funding request for Colonial Behavioral Health's development of a new healthcare campus in Williamsburg. The funds, made through the Community Project Funding (CPF) process, were included in the Fiscal Year 2026 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, which was passed by the House Appropriations Committee in June.

WASHINGTON – Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01), vice chairman of the House Armed Services Committee and chairman of the Tactical Air and Land Forces Subcommittee, voted in favor of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26).

WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Rob Wittman (R-VA), vice chairman of the House Armed Services Committee and chairman of the Tactical Air and Land Forces Subcommittee, delivered the following remarks on the House floor in support of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2026.

Congressman Wittman's remarks as prepared for delivery:

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I'd like to also thank the Chairman and Ranking Member of the committee for their leadership throughout this year's NDAA process.

WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) highlighted the inclusion of his $810,000 Community Project Funding (CPF) request to acquire disposal sites for dredging on the Middle Peninsula in the Fiscal Year 2026 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act. The funding has been approved by the House Appropriations Committee and awaits passage on the House floor.

WASHINGTON – Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) participated in a roundtable discussion in Glen Allen to examine strengthening America's energy independence. The event connected energy organizations, local businesses, and local officials to discuss the policies implemented in H.R. 1 as well as permitting reform, grid reliability, and future energy initiatives.

WASHINGTON – U.S. Representative Rob Wittman (VA-01) hosted a roundtable with the Yorktown Chamber of Commerce. The roundtable brought together local business owners to discuss their experiences and the impact tax reform will have on their businesses. The discussion focused specifically on the pro-growth provisions in H.R. 1, signed into law on July 4th, which are vital to maintaining America's prosperity and creating new opportunities for workers and businesses.

WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) announced the availability of federal grant funding to enhance emergency preparedness and resilience across our community. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced a recent Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO), making $2.6 billion available to state, local, tribal, territorial, and other emergency management partners through various grant programs.

WASHINGTON – Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) hosted an in-person seminar in Richmond, Virginia, bringing together veterans, their families, and support organizations. The event provided a valuable platform for attendees to voice their concerns, access vital resources, and share the issues they are most passionate about.