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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.
Wittman, Connolly Introduce Resolution to Honor Public Servants
May 4, 2020
Press Release

WASHINGTON – Representative Rob Wittman (VA-01) was joined by Representative Gerald Connolly (VA-11) in introducing a bipartisan resolution designating May 3-9, 2020 as Public Service Recognition Week (PSRW).

Issues: Veterans Federal Employees Health Care
Wittman's Weekly: April Resources Roundup
May 2, 2020
Weekly Updates

This past April has been unlike one we have ever experienced. It is undeniable, COVID-19 has upended our everyday lives and has left an indelible mark on our nation. It has impacted our health, economy, response systems, communities, and relationships. During this difficult time, I have been working to keep you as updated as possible on resources available to you, federal actions, and news regarding the pandemic.

Issues: Health Care Jobs & Economy
Wittman Statement on USS Theodore Roosevelt Announcement
April 29, 2020
Press Release

Congressman Rob Wittman, Ranking Member of the Armed Services Committee's Subcommittee on Seapower and Projection Forces Subcommittee, released this statement on the USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71):

"As the Department of the Defense moves forward with a deeper review of events surrounding the COVID-19 outbreak aboard the USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71), we cannot lose sight of the current health of our sailors and what they continue to need as we respond to this pandemic.

Issues: National Defense
Wittman's Weekly: We Work, We Fight, We Rise.
April 25, 2020
Weekly Updates
This week, Congress briefly returned to Washington to pass legislation to continue to fight the COVID-19. This was the first time the full House of Representatives has met since passing the CARES Act at the end of March. Included in the CARES Act was the creation of the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) – a program designed to allow small businesses to receive loans to keep their employees on payroll and make ends meet during these challenging times. Since it's roll out on April 3, 2020, there were over a million loans approved by over 4,000 lenders across the country.
Issues: Federal Employees Health Care Jobs & Economy Fiscal Responsibility
Wittman Supports Funds to Help Small Biz, Expand Testing
April 23, 2020
Press Release

WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) released this statement after voting in favor of the Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act:

Issues: Health Care

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