Press Releases

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has awarded $418,976 to seven community health centers located in Virginia’s Ninth Congressional District. The funding may be used for screening and testing, acquiring medical supplies, and boosting telehealth capacity. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement: “Community health centers provide care to many in… Read more »

The coronavirus outbreak has led to widespread cancellations of blood drives and a drop in blood donations. As a result, the American Red Cross has said the nation faces “severe blood shortages.” Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement: “During the coronavirus outbreak, donating blood is a vital way to help our fellow citizens. If you are healthy and qualified,… Read more »

Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement after the U.S. Small Business Administration issued an Economic Injury Disaster Loan declaration for Virginia: “Many small businesses have been hit hard by the coronavirus’ economic impact. Those in Virginia are now eligible for Economic Injury Disaster Loans through the Small Business Administration, receiving up to $2… Read more »

Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement regarding Service Academy Day: “I have been informed by the various United States Service Academies that, due to the unprecedented nature of the coronavirus emergency, they will not be able to attend the Service Academy Day on March 28th. It is with regret that I have chosen to postpone the Ninth District 2020 Service… Read more »

Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement after the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) approved Virginia’s request to add flexibilities to school meal service during school closures in response to the coronavirus: “I appreciate USDA granting Virginia schools flexibility with school meal service. This will allow students who rely on school lunches to continue… Read more »

Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement after voting against renewal of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA): “I have long believed the current FISA program infringes on the constitutional rights of American citizens. The report released last December by the Justice Department’s Inspector General, detailing FISA abuses against President Trump’s… Read more »

Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement announcing the beginning of the 2020 Congressional Art Competition in the Ninth District: “Each year, the U.S. House of Representatives sponsors the Congressional Art Competition for high school students. It’s a great opportunity to see the artistic talents of Southwest Virginia students, one of whom will have his or her… Read more »

Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement after H.R. 6020, which requires the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to evaluate the social, economic, and historic contributions of Minor League Baseball to American life, passed the U.S. House of Representatives with his support: “Minor League Baseball brings America’s pastime out of big cities to the country’s… Read more »

Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement applauding the announcement by information technology service provider 1901 Group that it would create 150 new jobs and invest $1.15 million in a Washington County operation: “Technology companies are finding a home in Southwest Virginia. The IT provider 1901 Group plans to create 150 new jobs and invest $1.15 million in… Read more »

Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement after he joined 37 Members of Congress in a letter to the House majority leadership opposing a legislative package combining funding for the coronavirus and Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) reauthorization: “I signed this letter because I strongly feel that the separate issues of fighting the coronavirus… Read more »