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President Trump has called on Congress to cancel August recess if we don't pass all 12 appropriations bills to fund our government. I couldn't agree more!
In fact, for years I've introduced legislation to do just that. If we don't fulfill one of our most basic responsibilities, there is no time for vacation. The American people want us to get the job done.
By Congressman Rob Wittman
May 28, 2018
Virginia's First District is a region with a strong military history, where battles have been fought in the past and in which many of our brave men and women are currently being trained to become part of the finest fighting force on the planet.
MOST AMERICANS TODAY rely on the internet to carry out everyday tasks. Whether they are balancing their checkbooks through online banking platforms or sending emails, access to high-speed broadband has become essential.
When you woke up this morning, you likely opened your smartphone to read through the morning news or scroll through your social media. Well, for nearly 40 percent of Americans living in rural areas, these everyday conveniences are unavailable due to a lack of access to high-speed internet.
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Wittman Backs House Passage of Defense Authorization Seapower, local priorities included WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01), chairman of the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Seapower and Projection Forces, backed House passage of H.R. 5515, the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for the Fiscal Year 2019 (FY19 NDAA). |
As you may know, the debate over immigration reform has heated up again in Washington. Since Congress is expected to vote on immigration legislation in June, what do you think should be included in an immigration proposal considered by the House?
Provide legal status to DACA recipients
Fund a southern border wall
Mandate use of E-verify
End the diversity visa lottery program
Defund sanctuary cities
By Rob Wittman
May 20, 2018
"We remember those who were called upon to give all a person can give, and we remember those who were prepared to make that sacrifice if it were demanded of them in the line of duty, though it never was. Most of all, we remember the devotion and gallantry with which all of them ennobled their nation as they became champions of a noble cause." -- Ronald Reagan
Wittman Receives Award for Support of Maritime Industry
WASHINGTON – This week, Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) was selected to receive the International Propeller Club Legislator Award for his longtime support of the United States maritime industry. Each year, the International Propeller Club selects one member of Congress who has demonstrated consistent support for the maritime industry and the United States-flag Merchant Marine.
President Trump has called on Congress to cancel August recess if we don't pass all 12 appropriations bills to fund our government. I couldn't agree more!
In fact, for years I've introduced legislation to do just that. If we don't fulfill one of our most basic responsibilities, there is no time for vacation. The American people want us to get the job done.
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I grew up enjoying the natural wonders of the Chesapeake Bay and know countless people, including my son, who make their living on the water. Since I came to Congress, I have fought to clean up the Bay. I even wrote bipartisan legislation to restore the Bay that was signed into law by President Obama.
However, I wanted to make sure you knew about my latest work to protect the Bay.
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Without question the first and most important part of my job as a member of Congress is to serve you, my constituents. From cutting through the bureaucracy to arranging Capitol Tours, I want to do everything I can to provide the best service possible to my constituents.
In case you weren't aware of all the the ways my office can provide assistance I wanted to highlight some of of those services for you.
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