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Many local economies depend on the revenues created by tourists visiting Virginia in hope of enjoying our waters, beaches, mountains and forests and the business generated from harvests of blue crabs, oyster and of the Bay's natural bounty. The Chesapeake Bay has long provided numerous opportunities for locals and tourists alike to fish, boat and enjoy a day at the beach.
(Washington, D.C.) - Congressman Rob Wittman (R-VA) released the following statement congratulating the men and women serving at Fort A.P. Hill for winning the Army Chief of Staff Communities of Excellence Award for Fiscal Year 2008:
(Washington, D.C.) - Congressman Rob Wittman (R-VA) released the following statement on the increasing tax burden being placed on American families:
(Washington, D.C.) - Today the House passed House Resolution 5489, a resolution to name the U.S. Post Office in Gloucester, VA after the late Rep. Jo Ann Davis (VA-01). The resolution, introduced by Rep. Davis' successor Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01), passed by a vote of 397-0. Rep. Davis passed away on October 7, 2007 after a lengthy battle with breast cancer.
"The Commonwealth of Virginia is blessed with some of the most pristine natural beauty in world. Many local economies depend on the revenues created by tourists ascending upon Virginia in hope of enjoying our waters, beaches, mountains and forests.
(Washington, D.C.) - Congressman Rob Wittman (R-VA) released the following statement on the Senate hearings with General David Petraeus and Ambassador Ryan Crocker earlier today:
As I reported a few weeks ago, I was recently chosen to serve on the House Armed Services Committee (HASC).
As a member of the HASC, I feel that it is important to get out and visit the numerous military installations and training facilities in the First District. During my recent District Work Period, I went to the U.S. Coast Guard Training Center in Yorktown (TCYorktown) to learn about some of the exciting things they are doing to prepare our coast guardsmen to protect and serve the American people.
(Washington, D.C.) - Congressman Rob Wittman (R-VA) announced today he and his staff will register as a team to participate in the 2008 Susan G. Komen National Race for the Cure in honor of Rep. Jo Ann Davis, who passed away in October 2007 after a two-year battle with breast cancer.
(Washington, D.C.) - Congressman Rob Wittman (R-VA) released the following statement following a press conference to announce the introduction of a discharge petition to bring H.R. 1843, the Save Our Small and Seasonal Businesses Act of 2007, to the floor for a vote: