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October 17, 2011: Rob Wittman's Weekly Update
October 17, 2011
Weekly Updates

I often hear that the best thing Washington, DC, can do is to just get out of the way. As I travel up to Washington from Montross, I look at every vote and every action through the lens of how it will affect you. Last year, Congress considered legislation with changes in federal regulation for the financial sector. Unfortunately, we have recently seen the downside of too much regulation and red-tape from Washington, DC, as increased regulation is causing more fees for the consumer in the form of debit card fees.

Issues: Jobs & Economy
Armed Services Republicans Make Recommendations to Joint Select Committee
October 14, 2011
Press Release

(Courtesy of the House Armed Services Committee)

Washington, DC – Chairman Howard P. "Buck" McKeon, joined by over 30 Republican members of the House Armed Services Committee today transmitted their recommendations to the Joint Select Committee. In their letter Armed Services Republicans urged the Super Committee to find savings in entitlement programs and take no further funding from America's military.

Wittman to Host Federal Health Benefits Informational Fair in Fredericksburg
October 6, 2011
Press Release

Washington, D.C. – Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-1) today announced a federal health benefits fair for active and retired federal employees, in conjunction with the Office of Personnel Management on October 18, 2011. The event will be held in Fredericksburg at the Crossings at Falls Run from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Wittman is hosting the fair to assist constituents in advance of the annual federal benefits open season. The 2011 Open Season (for the 2012 plan year) runs from Monday, November 14, through Monday, December 12, 2011.

October 3, 2011: Congressman Wittman's Weekly Washington Update
October 3, 2011
Weekly Updates
Each of our small businesses plays an important part in our economy, and the freedom for a business to grow is vital for a healthy economy. The company that Steve Jobs started in his garage is now a publicly traded company employing thousands of people, who support their families with their salary.
Issues: Veterans Fiscal Responsibility
September 23, 2011: Chairman Wittman Opening Statement: Accountability at Arlington National Cemetery
September 23, 2011
Press Release

Washington, D.C. – The House Armed Services Committee's Oversight and Investigations Subcommittee and Military Personnel Subcommittee held a joint hearing today on "Update on Arlington Cemetery Reforms," following the Report to Congress released earlier in the week. Chairman Rob Wittman (VA-1) made the following remarks:

September 19, 2011: Congressman Wittman's Weekly Washington Update
September 19, 2011
Weekly Updates
I firmly believe the government must rein in spending, but I also will support the strategic defense of this nation, first and foremost. We cannot cut defense simply to cut – there is nothing more important than keeping our communities safe and supplying our troops with the resources they need to do the job we ask of them.
Issues: National Defense Veterans Federal Employees Jobs & Economy
September 12, 2011: Congressman Wittman's Weekly Washington Update
September 12, 2011
Weekly Updates
It is time for a renewed approach of working together to instead put the power in your hands: the hands of hardworking Americans, small businesses and entrepreneurs who can lead the country out of this recession. Instead of more out-of-control spending, more taxes, and more regulation, Congress must work together for the opposite: a more responsible government, tax relief and freedom for small business owners across the country. By getting out of the way, Washington will allow job-creators to thrive so folks can get back to work.
Issues: National Defense Veterans Budget Jobs & Economy Fiscal Responsibility
September 11, 2011: Wittman Statement on the Tenth Anniversary of September 11
September 11, 2011
Press Release

Washington, D.C. – Congressman Rob Wittman released the following statement on September 11, 2011, the ten-year anniversary of the attacks on September 11, 2001:

September 8, 2011: Wittman Comments on the President's Address to Joint Session of Congress
September 8, 2011
Press Release

Washington, D.C. – Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-1) today released the following statement ahead of President Barack Obama's Address to a Joint Session to Congress:

September 2, 2011: Congressman Wittman's Weekly Washington Update
September 2, 2011
Weekly Updates
The consistent theme I’ve noticed when conducting town hall discussions, having individual meetings, and even just when talking with others in line at the grocery store is that folks are frustrated with Washington. This frustration, at least, shows that folks are alert and engaged with what’s going on in their government. This participation is vital as our nation faces such challenging issues.
Issues: Border Security Environmental Conservation Fiscal Responsibility

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