Henrico Times

Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) was recognized as a "Guardian of Small Business" by the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) for his legislative efforts in support of the American small business community.

"Virginia’s First District is home to thousands of small businesses, and I’m proud to support them through my work in Congress," said Rep. Wittman. "Thank you to the National Federation of Independent Business for this honor, and for their incredible work supporting small businesses across Virginia and the nation."

"The NFIB Guardian of Small Business Award is presented to Members of Congress with a demonstrated record of supporting America’s small and independent business owners," said NFIB President Brad Close. "This Congress, small businesses faced tough economic headwinds, especially from inflation, burdensome regulations, and threats of tax hikes at all levels of government. We are proud to recognize the lawmakers from the 118th Congress, including Representative Rob Wittman, who stood up for Main Street by taking pro-small business votes that would reduce taxes, eliminate burdensome government mandates, lower health insurance costs, and fuel the Main Street economy."

Congressman Wittman has advanced several pieces of legislation on behalf of Virginia's First District's small businesses:

- Cosponsored H.R. 4721, the Main Street Tax Certainty Act: Permanently extends tax deductions for small and family-owned businesses.

- Cosponsored H.R. 385, the Small Business Regulatory Flexibility Improvements Act: Requires federal agencies to consider economic impacts on American small businesses during rulemaking.

- Voted for H.R. 1606, the Veteran Entrepreneurship Training Act: Authorizes the "Boots to Business Program," which provides entrepreneurship training to veterans and active duty members.