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August 5, 2008: Weekly Washington Update
August 5, 2008
Weekly Updates
Last week was the final week prior to the August District Work Period. As many of you know, Congress has historically always recessed for the month of August.
Prior to the advent of air conditioning, this was because the heat and humidity in Washington during August were unbearable! However, in today's world of climate control, August has become a great opportunity for Members of Congress to spend an entire uninterrupted month working in their districts and meeting with constituents.
August 1, 2008: Congressman Wittman Proposes Chesapeake Bay Bill to Modernize Management of Bay Cleanup
August 1, 2008
Press Release

(WASHINGTON, DC) - Congressman Rob Wittman, an environmental scientist by trade, has introduced the Chesapeake Bay Accountability and Recovery Act, H.R. 6771, in an effort to fundamentally alter the management of the Chesapeake Bay restoration activities.

"We've studied the Bay for decades and have no shortage of motivation to restore it, but we certainly don't have enough to show for our efforts. We need to execute more intelligently and efficiently, and I think that's where we've dropped the ball,' said Wittman.

August 1, 2008: Congressman Wittman Calls for Special Energy Session
August 1, 2008
Press Release
(WASHINGTON, DC) - Congressman Rob Wittman released the following statement calling for a special Energy Session of Congress during the five week August District Work Period.

August 1, 2008: Congressman Wittman Supports Veterans, Military Construction
August 1, 2008
Press Release
(WASHINGTON, DC) - Congressman Rob Wittman voted today in support of the Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Appropriations Act for FY2009. The bill, H.R. 6599, contains funding for the Veterans Administration, veterans health care and construction of military facilities.

H.R. 6599 contains $40.8 billion for the Veterans Health Administration to provide medical care for veterans. It also appropriates another $30.9 billion for veterans' medical services and $5 billion for VA medical facilities.

July 31, 2008: Congressman Wittman Sponsors Legislation Congratulating the University of Mary Washington on 100 Years of Service
July 31, 2008
Press Release
(WASHINGTON, DC) - Congressman Rob Wittman introduced House Resolution 1387 this week congratulating the University of Mary Washington on its centennial year of service and leadership to Virginia and the United States.

"Over the last century, the University of Mary Washington's leadership and faculty have built a first rate university and contributed substantially to Virginia's legacy. Today, the University of Mary Washington is an outstanding institution and an invaluable member of the Fredericksburg regional community," said Wittman.

July 28, 2008: Weekly Washington Update
July 28, 2008
Weekly Updates
Congress voted on several important pieces of legislation last week, including a housing act and two transportation bills. Each piece of legislation will have a notable impact on Virginia, so I want to discuss them in greater depth in this week's update.

On Wednesday, the House considered the American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act. While this bill passed the House, I voted against it for several important reasons.

July 23, 2008: Congressman Wittman Opposes Flawed Housing Bill
July 23, 2008
Press Release
(WASHINGTON, DC) - Congressman Rob Wittman today voted against H.R. 3221, a bill which couples a bailout of Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae with billions of dollars in unnecessary spending and a substantial increase in taxes.

 

"We missed the mark today by failing to pass a responsible bill that both provides necessary relief to those in need and protects the taxpayers," said Wittman

July 22, 2008: Weekly Washington Update
July 22, 2008
Weekly Updates
Congress considered the DRILL Act last week, which failed passage in the House. While I'm glad that we are finally considering energy legislation in Congress, I strongly feel that this bill was not the right approach. I voted against the bill and I want to use this week's update to explain why and to outline my philosophy for solving with the energy crisis.

As someone who commutes 80 miles each way almost every day, I understand the impact of skyrocketing gas prices on family budgets.

July 17, 2008: Congressman Wittman Calls on Congress to Act on Comprehensive Energy Policy
July 17, 2008
Press Release
(WASHINGTON, DC) - Congressman Rob Wittman today voted against H.R. 6515, releasing the following statement expressing concern with the nature of the energy legislation:

 

July 14, 2008: Weekly Washington Update
July 14, 2008
Weekly Updates
The First District of Virginia has a rich military heritage.  Our men and women serving in uniform do a remarkable job for our country and they also contribute significantly to their communities.
In Washington, I have the opportunity to serve on the House Armed Services Committee.  Serving on this committee requires an in depth understanding about the needs and missions of the military, and that's why I spend as much time as I can visiting the military installations and leaders around the First District.
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