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Military spouses exempted from federal return-to-work mandate

Today, Congressman Rob Wittman of Virginia expressed satisfaction with the administration's decision to exempt military spouses from the federal return-to-work mandate.

By Henrico Times | Feb 13, 2025

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Wittman reintroduces act allowing 529 funds for vocational training

Congressman Rob Wittman has reintroduced the Freedom to Invest in Tomorrow’s Workforce Act, aiming to allow 529 account funds to be used for post-secondary training programs.

By Henrico Times | Feb 7, 2025

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Rob Wittman returns to select committee addressing U.S.-China strategic competition

By Henrico Times | Feb 6, 2025

Congressman Rob Wittman has been reappointed to the House Select Committee on Strategic Competition Between the United States and Chinese Communist Party for the 119th Congress.

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Bipartisan effort launched to aid military spouses employed federally

By Henrico Times | Feb 5, 2025

Congressmen Rob Wittman and Eugene Vindman have introduced the bipartisan Support Military Families Act to support military spouses working for the federal government.

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Wittman introduces FACT Act targeting foreign-owned telecom firms

By Henrico Times | Jan 31, 2025

Congressman Rob Wittman has introduced the Foreign Adversary Communications Transparency (FACT) Act, a bipartisan and bicameral legislative proposal.

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Congressman Wittman supports Trump's new executive orders on border security

By Henrico Times | Jan 24, 2025

Today, Congressman Rob Wittman of Virginia's 1st District expressed support for President Trump's recent executive orders on border security.

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Wittman supports Laken Riley Act aimed at enhancing border security

By Henrico Times | Jan 22, 2025

Today, Congressman Rob Wittman of Virginia's First District voted in favor of the Laken Riley Act.

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House passes SHARKED Act addressing shark depredation in marine ecosystems

By Henrico Times | Jan 21, 2025

Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Supporting the Health of Aquatic Systems through Research, Knowledge, and Enhanced Dialogue (SHARKED) Act, introduced by Congressman Rob Wittman from Virginia's 1st District.

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Congressman Wittman comments on Trump's inauguration as 47th president

By Henrico Times | Jan 20, 2025

Today, Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) released a statement following the inauguration of President Donald J. Trump as the 47th President of the United States.

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Legislation aims to protect hunting access against federal lead restrictions

By Henrico Times | Jan 16, 2025

Congressman Rob Wittman has reintroduced the Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act, a legislative measure aimed at preventing restrictions on the use of lead ammunition and tackle on federal lands and waters.

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Wittman introduces four bills aiming at improved support for U.S. veterans

By Henrico Times | Jan 16, 2025

Today, Congressman Rob Wittman announced the re-introduction of four legislative measures aimed at supporting veterans and enhancing accountability within the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

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Fintelligent wins 2024 Congressional App Challenge in Virginia's First District

By Henrico Times | Jan 15, 2025

Congressman Rob Wittman announced the winner of the 2024 Congressional App Challenge for Virginia’s First District.

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Congressman Wittman reintroduces SHARKED Act to tackle shark depredation

By Henrico Times | Jan 13, 2025

Congressman Rob Wittman of Virginia has announced the re-introduction of the Supporting the Health of Aquatic Systems through Research, Knowledge, and Enhanced Dialogue (SHARKED) Act.

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Wittman introduces bipartisan bill to automate organ donation referrals

By Henrico Times | Jan 9, 2025

Congressman Rob Wittman has reintroduced the Organ Donation Referral Improvement Act, a bipartisan initiative aimed at enhancing the organ donation referral process through automated software tools.

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Rob Wittman named vice chair of House Natural Resources Committee

By Henrico Times | Jan 9, 2025

On January 9, 2025, Congressman Rob Wittman from Virginia's First District was appointed vice chairman of the House Natural Resources Committee for the 119th Congress.

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Wittman secures over $4 million in federal benefits for Virginia's First District

By Henrico Times | Jan 8, 2025

Congressman Rob Wittman of Virginia's First District has announced that his office has secured over $4 million in federal casework funds for constituents during the 118th Congress, which began in May 2023.

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Rob Wittman reappointed as vice chair of Armed Services Committee

By Henrico Times | Jan 7, 2025

Congressman Rob Wittman has been reappointed as vice chairman of the House Armed Services Committee and chairman of the Tactical Air & Land Forces Subcommittee for the 119th Congress.

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Wittman reintroduces bill requiring family planning services to provide adoption information

By Henrico Times | Jan 6, 2025

Congressman Rob Wittman of Virginia has announced the re-introduction of the Adoption Information Act.

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Rob Wittman commits to service as he joins 119th Congress

By Henrico Times | Jan 3, 2025

Today, Congressman Rob Wittman of Virginia's First District was sworn into the 119th Congress.

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Rob Wittman introduces legislation to improve congressional accountability

By Henrico Times | Jan 3, 2025

Today, Congressman Rob Wittman from Virginia's 1st District re-introduced three legislative proposals aimed at enhancing government accountability and transparency in the budget and funding process.