Individual income tax returns are due to the federal government today, on what is known as “Tax Day.” Taxpayers in Virginia’s Ninth District could take advantage of new tax benefits thanks to the Working Families Tax Cuts reconciliation bill that became law in July 2025. U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA), who voted for this tax cuts package, issued the following… Read more »
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded Virginia Tech, based in Blacksburg, Virginia, a $630,563 grant. The funding supports cancer research into osteosarcoma. U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement:
“One of the aggressive cancers that affects young Americans is osteosarcoma, which starts in the cells that form bones and is most… Read more »
The U.S. Forest Service announced it will issue $248 million to U.S. communities through the “Secure Rural Schools” program. “Secure Rural Schools” program funds are essentially meant to supplement Payments in Lieu of Taxes (PILT). Numerous communities in Virginia’s Ninth District will receive funds. These program funds include:
$18,027 to Bedford County
$97,986 to Bland… Read more »
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded Virginia Tech, based in Blacksburg, Virginia, a grant for $617,181. The funding supports research into heart arrhythmia mechanisms. U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement:
“The heart is a major organ that supports the cardiovascular system.
“This HHS grant for more than $617,000 helps… Read more »
According to U.S. President Donald J. Trump, the United States of America has agreed to a two-week ceasefire with the Islamic Republic of Iran. The two sides will work out a 10-point proposal and allow for the opening of the Strait of Hormuz.
In response to this news, U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement:
“President Trump is to be commended for… Read more »
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded Virginia Tech, based in Blacksburg, Virginia, multiple grants. Details of funded projects include $377,650 to clinical research of neurological disorders. Additionally, $764,572 will support mental health research of depression. Also, $513,812 will go to pancreatic cancer treatment research.
In response to these… Read more »
U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA), Chairman of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health, delivered on multiple opportunities to raise awareness on health care issues facing the United States.
Chairman Griffith continued the Health Subcommittee’s affordability series to follow on House Republicans’ commitment to help lower health care costs. The… Read more »
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) has announced that it will provide free, confidential black lung screenings to coal miners in Virginia. As part of the NIOSH Coal Worker’s Health Surveillance Program (CWHSP), all coal miners are welcome and encouraged to participate. The NIOSH mobile unit will provide… Read more »
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has announced that it will prohibit transgender athletes from competing in women’s competitions at the Olympics. These new rules will apply beginning at the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles, California. In response to this news, U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement:
“This latest action by the IOC will… Read more »
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded Virginia Tech, based in Blacksburg, Virginia, a $132,885 grant. The funding supports research into obesity and insulin sensitivity. U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement:
“The scientific community relies on dedicated research efforts to study obesity.
“This HHS grant for more than… Read more »
