Griffith Announces $500,000 EPA Brownfields Grant to Pulaski

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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…

Griffith Announces $1.2 Million EPA Brownfields Grant to LENOWISCO Planning District Commission, $276,563 Grant to Pennington Gap

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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…

Griffith Actions to Honor, Support Law Enforcement During National Police Week

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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…

Griffith Statement on Completed Energy and Commerce Reconciliation Markup

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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…

Griffith Congratulates Ninth District Winner of 2025 Congressional Art Competition

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U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) announced that Kasey Walden of Bristol’s Virginia High School won the 2025 Congressional Art Competition in Virginia’s Ninth Congressional District. Her artwork is entitled George Washington, Virginian and will be displayed in the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C.   “Congratulations to Kasey Walden on winning this year’s…

Griffith Statement on Justice Souter Passing

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U.S. Supreme Court Justice David Souter has died at the age of 85. U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement: “I am saddened to hear of the passing of Justice Souter. His service to the country’s highest court is to be commended and celebrated by all Americans.” ###

Griffith Statement on FDA Expansion of Unannounced Inspections at Foreign Manufacturing Facilities

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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently announced the agency’s intent to expand unannounced inspections at foreign manufacturing facilities that produce foods, medicines and other medical products intended for American consumers and patients. In response to this announcement, U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) released the following statement: “Through my oversight work…

Griffith Celebrates Senate Passage of Congressional Review Act to Strike Down Biden Job-Killing Regulation, Resolution Goes to President Trump

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The U.S. Senate passed Rep. Griffith’s H.J. Res. 61, Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants: Rubber Tire Manufacturing.” This Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution overturns the U.S. Environmental…

Griffith Statement on President Trump Executive Order Targeting Gain-of-Function Research

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U.S. President Donald J. Trump signed an Executive Order to halt U.S. federal funding of gain-of-function research in overseas countries, like China and Iran, without proper oversight measures. In response to the Executive Order, U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement: “President Trump’s decisive action against gain-of-function research is a significant…

Griffith Statement on IRS Tax Relief Announcement

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The United States Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announced tax relief for individuals and businesses in parts of Virginia affected by the severe February winter storms.  Affected individuals and businesses will have until November 3, 2025, to file their tax returns. Ninth District localities which qualified for tax relief include: - Counties: Bedford, Bland, Buchanan, Carroll,…

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