U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Secretary Chris Wright announced on Thursday, May 22, that coal used in steelmaking is now designated as a critical material. U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement:
“I am excited by this announcement from the Department of Energy.
“Metallurgical coal is a lifeblood for coal and steel communities across… Read more »
The “Butterfly Effect” is an interesting theory.
What it basically says is that any small change or movement in one system, “the flapping of a butterfly’s wings”, inflicts a greater change or movement in another system. This greater change produces significant consequences that are felt my many.
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The House Rules Committee started deliberations on House Republicans’ reconciliation bill at 1 am on Wednesday, May 21. U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA), a member of the Rules Committee, appeared on Fox & Friends First to provide updates on Committee deliberations and the discussions on the reconciliation bill.
Click here or below to see the segment featuring… Read more »
Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA), Chairman of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Environment, held a hearing titled “The Fiscal Year 2026 Environmental Protection Agency Budget.” The hearing, which featured Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin, focused on the agency’s budget request for fiscal year 2026.
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has awarded the Town of Pulaski, Virginia, a $500,000 Brownfield Assessment grant. The funding supports a community-wide assessment of local brownfields. U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement:
“The EPA’s Brownfields Program has the power to transform and revitalize communities, including those in Southwest… Read more »
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has awarded Brownfields grants to LENOWISCO Planning District Commission and the Town of Pennington Gap.
LENOWISCO Planning District Commission received a $1,200,000 Brownfield Assessment grant. The funding supports a community-wide assessment of local brownfields.
Further, the Town of Pennington Gap received a $276,563 Brownfield Cleanup… Read more »
The U.S. Constitution outlines the three branches of government.
The authority vested in Congress is derived from Article I.
The Constitution then addresses the Executive Branch in Article II: “The executive Power shall be vested in a President of the United States of America.”
Next, Article III details Judicial Branch powers. The top authority within the Judicial Branch is the U.S.… Read more »
The United States of America celebrates May 11, 2025, through May 17, 2025, as National Police Week. The U.S. House of Representatives voted on three measures during National Police Week to help law enforcement:
H.R. 2240 – Improving Law Enforcement Officer Safety and Wellness Through Data Act. Directs the U.S. Department of Justice to gather data on violent attacks… Read more »
The House Committee on Energy and Commerce completed its reconciliation markup hearing on budget recommendations that fall in line with the budget resolution. The House Budget Committee will receive the Energy and Commerce recommendations as they prepare to draft a reconciliation package. U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement:
“Congressional Democrats and… Read more »
National Police Week takes place from Sunday, May 11 to Saturday, May 17.
This is when Americans honor our law enforcement officers.
It is estimated that there are more than 800,000 law enforcement professionals serving American communities.
These professionals are responsible for policing dangerous criminal behavior and protecting innocent civilians.
Additionally, law enforcement… Read more »
