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Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01), Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Seapower and Projection Forces (SPF), made the following remarks, as prepared for delivery, at the Subcommittee's markup of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021:
"I appreciate the Chairman yielding. In my estimation, this is a great mark that seeks to accelerate investments and critical capabilities necessary to deter conflict and win the peace.
WASHINGTON – Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) today continued his ongoing efforts to expand access to rural broadband across Virginia's First Congressional District by sending a letter to President Trump requesting the prioritization of direct funding support for rural broadband development in the President's upcoming infrastructure proposal.
WASHINGTON – Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) today announced his reception of two awards acknowledging his support of Virginia businesses through his legislative work in Congress. Congressman Wittman earned the U.S. Chamber of Commerce's "Spirit of Enterprise" award for his support of pro-business issues from January 2019 through January 2020, and he also earned the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) annual Sentinel Award, which recognizes invaluable stewardship and contribution on behalf of associations.
Over the past few weeks, our nation has undergone an emotional upheaval. Many ideas have circulated as to how we move forward from these difficult times, and many folks around the country have called for radical changes.
WASHINGTON – Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) today cosponsored the Just and Unifying Solutions to Invigorate Communities Everywhere (JUSTICE) Act. The JUSTICE Act is the House companion bill to legislation introduced by Senator Tim Scott of South Carolina.
WASHINGTON – Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) today hosted a virtual Academy Day for students across Virginia's First Congressional District who are interested in attending one of the five United States Service Academies: United States Military Academy at West Point, United States Naval Academy, United States Air Force Academy, United States Merchant Marine Academy, and the United States Coast Guard Academy.
WASHINGTON – Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) hosted the first meeting of his First District Unity in Diversity Council in Fredericksburg on Friday, June 12th. The goal of the First District Unity in Diversity Council is to provide Congressman Wittman with advice and counsel in bringing greater equality, equity, and opportunity to the First District, the Commonwealth, and the nation.
Our nation is in anguish as we mourn the deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery and many others who have died tragically and needlessly. The failures of the system designed to protect and serve our communities regardless of the color of someone's skin must end. We can and must do better to ensure equality, equity, and equal treatment for all.
WASHINGTON – Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) today introduced, with Congressman Steven Palazzo (MS-04), a bill to authorize the Secretary of the Navy to enter into contracts for the procurement of amphibious vessels to further realize the Navy's goal of a 355-ship fleet.
First, I want to thank the writer for his comments and concerns on this issue facing rural Virginia. Furthermore, the coronavirus pandemic has emphasized the increased importance of addressing it.
As Virginians have been adapting to a new way of life during the coronavirus outbreak, high-speed internet access has become a necessity, now more than ever.