(WASHINGTON, DC) - Congressman Rob Wittman voted today in support of the Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Appropriations Act for FY2009. The bill, H.R. 6599, contains funding for the Veterans Administration, veterans health care and construction of military facilities. H.R. 6599 contains $40.8 billion for the Veterans Health Administration to provide medical care… Read more »
(WASHINGTON, DC) - Congressman Rob Wittman introduced House Resolution 1387 this week congratulating the University of Mary Washington on its centennial year of service and leadership to Virginia and the United States. "Over the last century, the University of Mary Washington's leadership and faculty have built a first rate university and contributed substantially to Virginia's… Read more »
(WASHINGTON, DC) - Congressman Rob Wittman today voted against H.R. 3221, a bill which couples a bailout of Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae with billions of dollars in unnecessary spending and a substantial increase in taxes. "We missed the mark today by failing to pass a responsible bill that both provides necessary relief to those in need and protects the taxpayers," said WittmanAlready a… Read more »
(WASHINGTON, DC) - Congressman Rob Wittman today voted against H.R. 6515, releasing the following statement expressing concern with the nature of the energy legislation: "I'm troubled by some of my colleagues' willingness to play politics on this issue. While they're busy trying to score a political victory, my constituents are suffering. The fact of the matter is that Members of… Read more »
(WASHINGTON, DC) - Congressman Rob Wittman voted in favor of the Washington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Act today, while simultaneously questioning the timing of the legislation. "I'm glad to vote for this National Historic Trail Designation. It's a positive development for Virginia's First District and recognizes our rich history in the birth of this nation," said… Read more »
(WASHINGTON, DC) - Congressman Rob Wittman released the following statement regarding Defense Secretary Robert Gates' Tanker announcement earlier today: "I hope that Department of Defense involvement in this limited re-bid will stabilize the process and provide a resolution by the end of the year. It is absolutely critical that we provide our Air Force with the best… Read more »
(Washington, DC) - Congressman Rob Wittman released the following statement regarding InBev Corporation's attempt to acquire Anheuser-Busch: "I'm very pleased to see that Anheuser-Busch's Board of Directors rejected InBev's takeover bid. Quite frankly, I'm not sure InBev could ever propose a bid that would adequately reflect the value that Anheuser Busch provides to our country and the… Read more »
(Washington, DC) - Congressman Rob Wittman voted today to authorize annual funding for NASA and the NASA Langley Research Center. The National Aeronautics and Space Administration Authorization Act of 2008, H.R.6063, provides $20.2 billion in overall funding, with $853.5 million specifically authorized for aeronautics research and development. The bill passed the House with 409-15… Read more »
(Washington, DC) - Congressman Rob Wittman announced the award of a $7.32 Million grant to fund expansion of the B Terminal at Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport. The funds, awarded by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), will pay for six additional gates and help accommodate for forecasted growth at the airport. "In the past decade, the number of passengers… Read more »
(Washington, D.C.) - Congressman Rob Wittman introduced legislation today that will restore common sense fiscal discipline to Congress' management of the Highway Trust Fund. The Responsible Highway Investment Act will reinstate the requirement for Highway Trust Fund balances to be placed in interest bearing accounts. "Right now, we might as well be keeping this… Read more »
