Press Releases

The President today signed into law H.R. 4445, the Ending Forced Arbitration of Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment Act of 2021. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) was the lead Republican sponsor in the U.S. House of Representatives of this bipartisan measure, which was introduced by Congresswoman Cheri Bustos (D-IL). Griffith issued the following statement: “Enactment of this… Read more »

Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement on sanctions imposed by the United States and allied powers on Russia: “The financial sanctions levied by the United States and our allies are an important measure to make Vladimir Putin pay a price for his war of aggression, but more can be done. “Russian oil and gas are the lifeblood of the country’s economy. They… Read more »

Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) today issued the following statement in response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine: “I ask everyone to join me in praying for the people of Ukraine. I also condemn Vladimir Putin’s malicious and vicious unjust war against Ukraine. President Putin must be punished for these egregious actions. The United States can support Ukraine by sanctioning Russian… Read more »

The Appalachian Regional Commission today awarded $500,000 to the Wise County Public Service Authority for a new sewer system to serve the Hamiltontown community. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement: “This new sewer system will better serve the residents of Wise County in the Hamiltontown area by replacing aging septic systems. Today’s award by the… Read more »

The Appalachian Regional Commission today awarded $500,000 to the Town of Lebanon for the Russell Theater Restoration Project. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement: “Today’s award by the Appalachian Regional Commission of $500,000 will help to renovate and reopen the Russell Theater in the Town of Lebanon. Once open, the Russell Theater should create new job… Read more »

Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) last night spoke on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives about stopping the fentanyl crisis. He called on Congress and the Biden Administration to use all the tools at their disposal, including passing the HALT Fentanyl Act he has introduced with Congressman Bob Latta (R-OH) and finishing the southern border wall. Griffith’s remarks can be… Read more »

Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement after voting in favor of H.R. 3076, the Postal Service Reform Act: “The financial difficulties of the U.S. Postal Service have been clear for a long time, but the solutions are not. Previous attempts to fix the problem have been tried and found wanting. “I know this bill will not fix all of USPS’s problems either, and I… Read more »

Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement about disinformation surrounding a bipartisan letter he sent to White House COVID-19 Response Team Coordinator Jeffrey Zients: “Disinformation continues to circulate that I have introduced a bill to cap nurses’ pay. That is false. “There is no bill, and I do not support capping nurses’ pay. “The bipartisan letter I sent… Read more »

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has awarded St. Mary’s Health Wagon, commonly known as the Health Wagon, $40,800 for telehealth equipment. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement: “I have long advocated for telehealth services as a way to reach underserved and isolated communities. The pandemic has proven the value of these services, and I support… Read more »

Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) today visited Manifold Mining in New Castle. The facility mines cryptocurrency and repairs computers used in mining. Griffith issued the following statement: “Cryptocurrency is emerging as a valuable technology in today’s economy. It is important for policymakers to understand this industry, be aware of the potential benefits it can bring to our local… Read more »