Today, U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA), Chairman of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health, announced that his guest to Tuesday’s Presidential State of the Union address will be Marcus Stone. As a leading advocate for community health centers (CHCs), Mr. Stone is the CEO of Connect Health + Wellness, which serves Virginia communities in Henry and Patrick… Read more »
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded Virginia Tech, based in Blacksburg, Virginia, two grants totaling $844,824. The funding supports biological chemistry research. U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement:
“Outstanding Investigator Awards support American researchers and institutions.
“These HHS Outstanding Investigator Awards… Read more »
With the United States preparing to celebrate its 250th anniversary, American communities are bound to reflect on the inspiring legacy of our country’s founding.
While the clamor of independence resonated among the colonists, achieving independence necessitated bold military action.
Thanks to General George Washington and the willingness of thousands to serve, the fight for… Read more »
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded Virginia Tech, based in Blacksburg, Virginia, a $419,741 grant. The funding supports research into biomolecule modeling and characterization. U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement:
“Dedicated academics, students and scientists support Virginia Tech’s growing role in scientific… Read more »
Each year, the U.S. House of Representatives sponsors the Congressional Art Competition for high school students. This competition is an exciting way for a student from our region to represent the Ninth Congressional District in Washington, DC. The Artistic Discovery Contest is open to all high school students in the Ninth District.
The chosen theme for 2026 is “Celebrating 250 Years… Read more »
Civil rights leader Reverend Jesse Jackson passed away on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. In response to his passing, U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement:
“Today is a sad day as Virginians and Americans mourn the significant loss of a civil rights icon, Reverend Jesse Jackson. His life of exceptional service to the United States and the civil rights… Read more »
During the recent government funding debate, conservatives have rallied around an election integrity bill to secure American federal elections.
In 2025, the House of Representatives passed the Safeguarding American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act.
The SAVE Act, which I helped report from the Committee on House Administration, requires states to obtain proof of citizenship when… Read more »
The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) convened its Board of Directors for its quarterly business meeting in Hopkinsville, Kentucky. During the meeting, the Board announced plans to extend coal plant operations to generate reliable energy for local power companies in the TVA service area.
In response to the TVA decision, U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following… Read more »
The White House hosted a select group of lawmakers, coal industry advocates and coal miners for a “Champion of Beautiful Clean Coal” event. U.S. Congressman and Congressional Coal Caucus Co-Chair Morgan Griffith (R-VA) attended this special event to support American coal and coal miners. Following the event, Congressman Griffith issued the following statement:
“Coal communities,… Read more »
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded Virginia Tech, based in Blacksburg, Virginia, a $191,163 grant. The funding supports research into the transmission and development of the Mayaro virus and its different strains. U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement:
“Mosquito-borne illnesses affect hundreds of millions of people… Read more »
