Congressman Griffith’s Weekly E-Newsletter 5.8.26

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“Powerful cabal of scientists from within NIH helped draft anti lab-leak narrative.” That headline about the National Institutes of Health (NIH) was the headline that Co-Conspirator 1, generally believed to be EcoHealth Alliance’s former President Dr. Peter Daszak, feared would happen related to the COVID-19 pandemic. EcoHealth Alliance is the company that got a grant from the National…

Griffith Announces $1,211,582 in HHS Grants to Virginia Tech

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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded Virginia Tech, based in Blacksburg, Virginia, two grants that total $1,211,582. The breakdown for the grants includes: -       $818,500 for Cardiovascular Diseases Research -       $393,082 for Biomedical Research and Research Training In response to…

Griffith Statement on 75th National Day of Prayer

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Today, the United States of America observes the National Day of Prayer. This year marks the 75th anniversary of the annual observance. For this occasion, U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement: “For 75 years, Congress has asked the American people to band together on the National Day of Prayer. This is a unique tradition that catches the attention of…

Griffith Announces $3,710,694 HHS Grant to New River Valley Head Start Programs

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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded New River Community Action, Inc., based in Radford, Virginia, a $3,710,694 grant. The funding supports local head start projects. U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement: “New River Valley communities access head start services thanks to the work of New River Community Action. “This HHS…

Griffith Announces $16,188 HHS Grant to STEP, Inc.

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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded STEP, Inc., based in Rocky Mount, Virginia, a $16,188 grant. The funding supports local head start projects. U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement: “Ninth District communities access head start services thanks to the work of Solutions that Empower People, known as STEP. “This HHS grant…

Griffith Announces $4.89 Million HHS Grant to SWVA Head Start Programs

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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded Kids Central, Inc., based in Norton, Virginia, a $4,892,059 grant. The funding supports local head start and early head start projects. U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement: “Kids Central, Inc. leads head start programs in Southwest Virginia. “This HHS grant for more than $4.8 million…

Ninth District Traveling Staff Office Hours for May

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Congressman Griffith’s Ninth District STAFF will be available at the following locations during the month of May.   May 12, 2026 Tazewell County (Richlands): 10:00 am – 11:30 am Town of Richlands Offices 200 Washington Sq Richlands, VA 24641   Buchanan County: 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm Town of Grundy Offices 1185 Plaza Dr.  Grundy, VA 24614   May…

Congressman Griffith’s Weekly E-Newsletter 5.1.26

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Supporting Parental Rights As the father of three children, I understand the role the parent plays in supporting their child’s growth in education, athletics and health. I believe the parent is a fundamental partner in nurturing the child’s growth. But this development is usually impacted by public schools. All three of my children attended public schools for their K-12…

Griffith Announces $983,749 in HHS Grants to Virginia Tech

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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded Virginia Tech, based in Blacksburg, Virginia, two grants that total $983,749. The breakdown for the grants includes: $564,763 for Discovery and Applied Research for Technological Innovations to Improve Human Health on parent-infant interactions $418,986 for Diabetes, Digestive and Kidney Diseases Extramural…

Griffith Statement on House Passage of Farm Bill

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The U.S. House of Representatives voted favorably on H.R. 7567 – the Farm, Food, and National Security Act. The legislation will be sent to the U.S. Senate for further consideration. Following passage of the bill, U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA), who voted for the bill, issued the following statement: “Agriculture is fundamental to Virginia’s Ninth District. Our…

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