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WASHINGTON - Last week, Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) entered the following remarks into the permanent Congressional Record in recognition of the 100th Anniversary of Women's Suffrage, when the 19th Amendment was adopted to the Constitution on August 26, 1920.
To say this year has been unprecedented is an understatement. It is safe to say that there is not a single person in the United States whose life has not been impacted in some way by the Coronavirus or the economic impacts resulting from the global pandemic.
WASHINGTON – Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) this month received the Spirit of Enterprise Award from the United States Chamber of Commerce for his support of pro-business issues from January 2019 through January 2020. The Spirit of Enterprise Award is given annually to Members of Congress based on rankings by the U.S. Chamber for key pro-free enterprise, pro-economic growth, and pro-jobs votes. It also reflects Congressman Wittman's commitment to the bipartisan leadership and constructive governing necessary to move our country forward through these difficult times.
WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) issued the following statement after voting "No" on H.R. 8015 – Delivering for America Act:
"The USPS plays a vital role in our nation and provides critical service to millions of Americans, especially during this pandemic," Congressman Wittman said, "And many folks in the First District rely on the postal service for important deliveries, including medications. I support the USPS and want to ensure they improve service and support efficient and fair elections processes.
Growing up, one of the fondest memories I have is seeing my mother work the polls on Election Day. I don't think she ever missed an election. She worked on behalf of candidates who shared the same dreams she held. Candidates who believed in keeping our communities and neighborhoods safe. Candidates who believed American ingenuity could produce a booming economy. Candidates who believed every person could obtain the American Dream.
Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) this week sent a letter to Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin to ensure that timely and reliable mail service continues during a period of increased scrutiny of the United States Postal Service (USPS).
Today marks the 75th anniversary of the end of World War II when the Imperial Japanese Forces surrendered. The treaty was officially signed two weeks later on September 2nd on the USS Missouri in Tokyo Bay. Over 400,000 American soldiers, sailors, airmen, and marines lost their lives in WWII, and countless more were wounded either physically or in unimaginable ways by the ravages of years of war.
WASHINGTON - Rep. Robert Wittman (R-VA), member of the House Armed Services Committee, made the following statement on today's agreement between Israel and the United Arab Emirates to normalize diplomatic relations:
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WASHINGTON –On Friday, Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) penned two separate letters to United States Postal Service (USPS) Postmaster General Louis DeJoy and Virginia Governor Ralph Northam requesting a joint briefing between USPS and the Virginia Department of Elections to address concerns about the level of preparedness as the United States nears the November election. In addition, Wittman stated that constituents within the First Congressional District have reported delays in service. |