Press Releases

“It is my honor and privilege to nominate these young men and women to attend a United States Service Academy,” said Congressman Griffith. Read more »

The Obama Administration approved a $535 million loan guarantee to the solar energy company Solyndra on September 4, 2009. Last February, the Department of Energy made the decision to subordinate $75 million of the Solyndra loan – putting taxpayers in second place to other creditors. In September 2011, Solyndra filed for bankruptcy. Read more »

President Obama and his Administration have failed the American people. Read more »

“This medal recognizing Mr. Adkins’ distinguished service is long overdue,” said Congressman Griffith. Read more »

Solyndra’s request for bonuses is outrageous. Read more »

“Congratulations to the soldiers of the 1032nd on a job well done,” said Congressman Griffith. Read more »

Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement regarding the House’s vote to refuse the Senate’s short-term payroll tax holiday extension package: “We are elected to Congress to do the people’s business not only when convenient, but if necessary, even during the holidays. The Senate plan of 60 days of tax policy is not in the best interest of the American people. In fact, accord... Read more »

I support the inclusion of the Boiler MACT provisions in any final payroll tax holiday agreement. The House has now voiced their support of the Boiler MACT legislation three times – bipartisan passage of H.R. 2250 in October, passage of the Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Act (H.R. 3630) last week, and by this resolution. Read more »

The Senate has again failed to act on House-passed legislation that would help American businesses, hospitals, and universities facing unreasonable Boiler MACT regulations. Read more »

“Virginia Guard and Reserve members have the unique opportunity to nominate their supportive employers for the 2012 Freedom Award,” said Congressman Griffith. Read more »