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Wittman Announces First District Congressional Art Competition

Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) released a statement following an announcement by the Obama Administration of a draft Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement to assess proposed geological and geophysical activities, including seismic and other offshore surveys, in the Mid- and South-Atlantic planning areas. Interior Secretary Ken Salazar traveled to Norfolk, Virginia, today for the announcement.

March 27, 2012

Washington, DC - Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-1) today announced the launch of the 2012 First District Congressional Art Competition. All high school students living in Virginia's First District are eligible to enter their work in the competition by the April 27, 2012, submission deadline.

March 26, 2012

Wittman Statement on the Two-Year Anniversary of Health Care Overhaul

The simple truth is that with high gas prices, the economy’s recovery is stunted. Congress must ensure that government policies aren’t contributing to these rising energy costs, and has to take action to promote an atmosphere where pain at the pump isn’t continually controlling folks’ budgets.

Issues: Seniors Jobs & Economy Environmental Conservation

March 23, 2012

Montross, Va. – Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-1) released the following statement on the second anniversary of the signing of President Obama's health care overhaul law:

March 9, 2012

Wittman Supports JOBS Act

The fabric of our nation’s freedom was sewn by our veterans; it is essential that we treat them with the respect and dignity they have earned and deserve.

Issues: National Defense Veterans Jobs & Economy Appropriations

March 8, 2012

Bill receives overwhelming bipartisan support, passing the U.S. House 390-23

March 7, 2012

Health care costs in this country are continuing to rise, and it is critical that we address this in a responsible, targeted way that truly reduces the burden of health care expenses on our citizens.

February 24, 2012

Fiscal prosperity isn’t going to be preserved or sustained simply through a federal budget. We count on the innovators in this country to live their dreams, to start their own business or invent something that changes lives.

February 17, 2012

Forbes, Wittman, Rigell Applaud Navy's Decision to Call Off Plans to Move Carrier to Mayport, Florida

Accountability and transparency have been largely absent from political conversations, and I am committed to restoring common-sense principles to the actions of Congress.

Issues: Budget Jobs & Economy Fiscal Responsibility

February 13, 2012