News List

An Open Letter to the Social Media/Tech Industry Social media occupies a prominent place in modern America. Remarkably prominent, given how novel the medium is. Facebook and Twitter were both founded this century. These companies pioneered new avenues for people to interact with each other, and a recent study found that 67% of Americans get at least some news on social media. The… Read more »

Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) has been honored as a “Hero of Main Street” by the National Retail Federation. The award recognizes Members of Congress who have voted, introduced bills, and advocated policies to promote the health of the retail sector, which overwhelmingly consists of small businesses. “It is an honor to be recognized as a ‘Hero of Main Street’ for my record in the… Read more »

Thoughts on Labor Day and Grant Workshops Announcement We dedicate Labor Day each year to the social and economic contributions American workers have made to the strength, prosperity, and well-being of our country. While the first Labor Day was celebrated on Tuesday, September 5, 1882, in New York City, it would not become a nationally recognized holiday until 1894. On June 28, 1894,… Read more »

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has announced $72,858.00 in grant funds to the Ivanhoe Volunteer Fire Department through the Assistance to Firefighters Grants (AFG) program. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement following the announcement: “This grant will provide crucial support to the Ivanhoe Volunteer Fire Department and the community they… Read more »

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has announced $778,910.00 in grant funds to the Abingdon Fire Department through the Assistance to Firefighters Grants (AFG) program. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement following the announcement: “This grant will provide crucial support to the Abingdon Fire Department and the community they serve. With the… Read more »

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has announced $85,715.00 in grant funds to the Coeburn Volunteer Fire Department through the Assistance to Firefighters Grants (AFG) program. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement following the announcement: “This grant will provide crucial support to the Coeburn Volunteer Fire Department and the community they… Read more »

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has announced $61,410.00 in grant funds to the Dungannon Volunteer Fire Department through the Assistance to Firefighters Grants (AFG) program. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement following the announcement: “This grant will provide crucial support to the Dungannon Volunteer Fire Department and the community… Read more »

Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) today issued the following statement after he was recognized with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Spirit of Enterprise Award for his support of pro-jobs, pro-growth policies in the first session of the 115th Congress:  “I am honored to be recognized for my efforts to protect jobs and fight against regulatory and administrative overreach. I work hard… Read more »

Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) today issued the following statement after the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development announced a total of $3,000.00 in grant funds awarded to the Town of Wise: “This Rural Development investment will support the Wise Public Works Department’s efforts to improve sewer utilities. The awarded grant funds will be put towards the purchase… Read more »

Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) today issued the following statement after the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development announced a total of $84,720.00 in grant funds for the construction of a farmers' market building in Hillsville, Virginia: “These funds will go a long way toward supporting our local family farmers. The agriculture industry is an integral part of… Read more »