Washington, D.C. - Today, the Hampton Roads Congressional Delegation teamed up to advocate for maintaining the permanent force structure of 11 aircraft carriers. Congressmen Wittman, Nye, Scott and Forbes sent a letter to Secretary of Defense Robert Gates, citing concern over recent reports suggesting that Pentagon officials are contemplating a reduction in the nation's aircraft carrier… Read more »
WASHINGTON, DC - Next Saturday, Congressman Rob Wittman will host a "Paying for College Workshop for area high school students and parents. The event seeks to answer financial aid questions as families and higher learning institutions both face tighter budgets. Wittman will be joined by guest speakers from the Educational Credit Management Corporation. The workshop will cover choosing the… Read more »
WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Congressman Rob Wittman announced the award of two grants to fund the rehabilitation of the Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport. The grants in the amounts of $780,000 and $1.43 million will enhance the safety of the runway and upgrade it to meet Federal Aviation Administration design standards. "The Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport is a… Read more »
WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Congressman Rob Wittman announced the award of a grant of $652,080 to the Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation for construction of two bus facilities for Bay Transit. Specifically, the project will consolidate and streamline administrative, maintenance, dispatching and training functions in Warsaw, VA. Currently, the organization's facilities are… Read more »
Washington, DC - "I am extremely concerned with the Administration's decision to end our commitment to a robust missile defense program in Eastern Europe. The termination of our programs overseas not only affects our relationships with our allies, but also sends the wrong message to the emerging nuclear threats across the globe. I remain committed to ensuring the continuation of our… Read more »
WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Congressman Wittman announced additional office hours and locations to aid constituents. "Every day my offices in Fredericksburg, Tappahannock, and Yorktown work hard to help constituents who need assistance with an issue related to a federal agency. In order to provide assistance to residents who do not live near my district offices, I want to invite you to visit… Read more »
WASHINGTON, DC - "Today we mark the eighth anniversary of the attacks of September 11th. My heart goes out, especially to the families of the First District, who lost loved ones on that day in the Pentagon. On that date, America renewed the commitments which have been met by generations of Americans throughout history and which we continue to fulfill today. These include standing firm in… Read more »
Hampton, VA - Three Hampton Roads members of Congress are teaming up to make the case that Langley Air Force Base would make an ideal home for an additional squadron of F-22s, as well as a future base for F-35s and other emerging Air Force missions. In a letter to Secretary of the Air Force Michael Donley, Congressmen Glenn Nye, Rob Wittman, and Bobby Scott urge the Air Force to take… Read more »
WASHINGTON, DC - Today Congressman Rob Wittman joined members from across the aisle to support and pass (311-107) H.R. 965 Chesapeake Bay Gateways and Watertrails Network Continuing Authorization Act. The Act, when approved by the Senate and signed by the President, would permanently authorize this popular Bay program. "I'm passionate about restoring and preserving the Chesapeake Bay. … Read more »
WASHINGTON, DC - Today Congressman Rob Wittman, who serves as a member of the Migratory Bird Conservation Commission joined other Commission members in approving the purchase of easements along Cat Point Creek. $3.5 million in grants and matching donations will enable 1,246 acres of the watershed to become part of the Rappahannock River Valley National Wildlife Refuge. "I'm pleased to… Read more »
