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Wittman's Weekly: Working for You During COVID Response
May 30, 2020
Weekly Updates
Throughout the federal, state, and local response to the health and economic impacts of the Coronavirus, I've been a leading voice in the Commonwealth on getting our state on the road to recovery while championing critical issues that matter most to the people in our area.
Wittman Joins Lawsuit Against Proxy Voting
May 27, 2020
Press Release

WASHINGTON – Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) today joined the lawsuit being filed in D.C. Federal District Court challenging the constitutionality of H. RES 965, the House Democrat plan to vote by proxy.

Issues: Fiscal Responsibility
Wittman Applauds HHS Contract With VCU, Phlow
May 19, 2020
Press Release

WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) applauded the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' (HHS) announcement of a $354 million, four-year contract with Phlow Corp., located in Richmond, Virginia, that would create the nation's first strategic stockpile of key ingredients needed to make medicines. To prevent domestic shortages of critical medications, the Medicines for All Institute, based in the Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) College of Engineering, has joined forces with Phlow Corp.

Issues: Health Care
Wittman Hosts Virtual Town Halls with Businesses Across VA-01
May 19, 2020
Press Release

WASHINGTON – Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) hosted two events this week for businesses across the First District. Monday, Congressman Wittman spoke to the Hanover Chamber of Commerce, and today, spoke with the Greater Williamsburg Business Council about what issues local businesses are facing amid pandemic recovery. Small Business Administration (SBA) District Director Carl Knoblock joined the meeting on Monday and was able to discuss what resources the SBA is able to provide.

Issues: Health Care Jobs & Economy
Wittman's Weekly: We Must Be Focused
May 17, 2020
Weekly Updates
Throughout the response to the health and economic impacts of COVID-19, I have been working diligently with my colleagues in Congress, as well as my contacts at all levels of government, to ensure that resources, assistance, and funds reach folks here in the Commonwealth. State and local governments have been pivotal to Coronavirus response and the federal government has been working to supply as much aid as possible.
Issues: Federal Employees Health Care Jobs & Economy Fiscal Responsibility
Wittman Votes Against Partisan Wish List
May 15, 2020
Press Release

WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) released this statement after voting against H. Res. 965 and H.R. 6800 – House Democrats' partisan approach to COVID-19 response.

Issues: Seniors Federal Employees Border Security Health Care Family Values Jobs & Economy Environmental Conservation Education
Wittman Requests More Funding for Nursing Homes
May 13, 2020
Press Release

To ensure First District seniors are protected, Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) sent a letter to U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Deputy Secretary Eric Hargan requesting that more direct relief funds be allocated to our nation's nursing homes and skilled nursing facilities as they take care of patients suffering from the Coronavirus, as well as to ensure that we slow the spread of COVID-19.

Congressman Wittman Advocates for Newport News Airport
May 13, 2020
Press Release

WASHINGTON – After learning of Delta Airlines' decision to stop flights to the Newport News Airport until at least the end of September 2020, Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) sent a letter to House Leadership and House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Leadership requesting a fix in the next COVID-19 package to clarify the Department of Transportation's (DOT) order last month to consolidate flights to regions with more than one airport. Congressman Wittman sent this letter with several other colleagues from the Virginia Delegation.

Issues: Transportation & Infrastructure
Wittman's Weekly: Spreading Good News
May 9, 2020
Weekly Updates
It is undeniable, COVID-19 has upended our everyday lives. It has impacted our health, economy, response systems, communities, and relationships. During this difficult time, millions of Americans have stepped up and displayed extraordinary examples of patriotism. A few weeks ago, I put out a call for stories of companies, small businesses, organizations, or individuals who have gone above and beyond during this time of crisis – here are their stories:
Issues: Federal Employees Health Care Family Values Jobs & Economy Fiscal Responsibility
Rep. Rob Wittman: The US Navy's modernization rush must not harm mine countermeasures
May 8, 2020
Opinion Pieces by Rob
As the world continues to grapple with the COVID-19 pandemic, we are reminded that even in a time of unprecedented technological growth and development, simple and primitive threats have the ability to radically alter our way of life. In spite of astonishing medical advancements, some threats, unfortunately, remain timeless.

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