Press Releases

Thank you for contacting me regarding the 2020 presidential election process. Since November, I have received more than 4,000 constituent messages related to the presidential election, the Electoral College vote and congressional certification, and the attack on our nation’s Capitol on January 6. These messages conveyed a wide range of emotions on several topics, including: • concerns that the ele... Read more »

Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement on the death of Congressman Ron Wright (R-TX): “I am sorry to learn of the death of my colleague from Texas, Congressman Ron Wright. I know he was a dedicated public servant and a good man who still worked hard for his constituents through his health challenges. I would like to offer my condolences to his family and his staff on the... Read more »

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development today awarded a $49,500 grant to Craig County to purchase a new sheriff’s vehicle and an EMS vehicle. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement: “Providing sufficient emergency services can be a challenge to rural jurisdictions such as those of the Ninth Congressional District. Today’s award of $49,500 by USDA Rura... Read more »

Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement after attending the inauguration of President Biden and Vice President Harris: “Congratulations to President Biden and Vice President Harris on taking their oaths of office. Our country faces grave challenges, and I appreciated the new President’s speech pledging to seek unity in addressing them. I will work with the new Administrat... Read more »

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services today awarded $200,220 in grant funding to Southwest Virginia Community Health Systems, Inc. and $109,200 to Clinch River Health Services, Inc., a total of $309,420. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement: “Community health centers provide essential services to residents of the Ninth District. The $309,420 in grant funding... Read more »

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services today awarded $101,760 in grant funding to Free Clinic Of The New River Valley Inc. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement: “Community health centers provide essential services to residents of the Ninth District. The $101,760 in grant funding awarded to Free Clinic Of The New River Valley Inc. will assist these providers i... Read more »

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services today awarded $130,200 in grant funding to Martinsville Henry County Coalition For Health And Wellness. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement: “Community health centers provide essential services to residents of the Ninth District. The $130,200 in grant funding awarded to Martinsville Henry County Coalition For Health And... Read more »

Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement on the death of Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office Sergeant Perry Hodge: “Sergeant Hodge served the people of Pulaski County for over fifteen years, most recently as a school resource officer. I join the people of Pulaski County in mourning the death of this committed public servant who dedicated his life to protecting them.” ### Read more »

37 Republican Members of Congress including Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued a statement in advance of the joint session of Congress at 1 p.m. today. The statement notes, "As it pertains to our constitutional duty as Members of Congress on January 6, we have no express authority or ability to independently prove the many allegations of fraud in the subject states." The concern of the memb... Read more »

Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement on the passing of state Senator Ben Chafin: “Senator Ben Chafin was a great legislator as well as a friend. As a native of Southwest Virginia, he cared deeply for its people and was a tremendous advocate for them in the state Senate. I will miss this good and dedicated public servant. My prayers are with his wife Lora and his family... Read more »