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National Police Week takes place from Sunday, May 11 to Saturday, May 17. This is when Americans honor our law enforcement officers. It is estimated that there are more than 800,000 law enforcement professionals serving American communities. These professionals are responsible for policing dangerous criminal behavior and protecting innocent civilians. Additionally, law enforcement… Read more »

U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) announced that Kasey Walden of Bristol’s Virginia High School won the 2025 Congressional Art Competition in Virginia’s Ninth Congressional District. Her artwork is entitled George Washington, Virginian and will be displayed in the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C.   “Congratulations to Kasey Walden on winning this year’s… Read more »

U.S. Supreme Court Justice David Souter has died at the age of 85. U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement: “I am saddened to hear of the passing of Justice Souter. His service to the country’s highest court is to be commended and celebrated by all Americans.” ### Read more »

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently announced the agency’s intent to expand unannounced inspections at foreign manufacturing facilities that produce foods, medicines and other medical products intended for American consumers and patients. In response to this announcement, U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) released the following statement: “Through my oversight work… Read more »

The U.S. Senate passed Rep. Griffith’s H.J. Res. 61, Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants: Rubber Tire Manufacturing.” This Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution overturns the U.S. Environmental… Read more »

U.S. President Donald J. Trump signed an Executive Order to halt U.S. federal funding of gain-of-function research in overseas countries, like China and Iran, without proper oversight measures. In response to the Executive Order, U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement: “President Trump’s decisive action against gain-of-function research is a significant… Read more »

May 8, 2025, will mark the 80th anniversary of Nazi Germany’s unconditional surrender to the Allied Powers in World War II. Dubbed “Victory in Europe Day”, Nazi Germany could not sustain a two-front war. The United States endured great losses but overcame the Nazi war machine. We did so, in part, thanks to the American worker, who helped manufacture and produce equipment for… Read more »

Congressman Griffith’s Ninth District STAFF will be available at the following locations during the month of May.   May 8, 2025 Giles County: 9:00 am – 10:30 am Town of Pearisburg Offices Council Chambers 112 Tazewell Street Pearisburg, VA 24134   Bland County: 9:00 am – 10:30 am Bland County Courthouse First Floor Conference Room 612 Main… Read more »

The United States Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announced tax relief for individuals and businesses in parts of Virginia affected by the severe February winter storms.  Affected individuals and businesses will have until November 3, 2025, to file their tax returns. Ninth District localities which qualified for tax relief include: - Counties: Bedford, Bland, Buchanan, Carroll,… Read more »

The United States of America recognizes April 29, 2025, as National Fentanyl Awareness Day. U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement: “Families in Virginia’s Ninth District are far too familiar with the devastating impacts of illicit fentanyl on our communities. I will continue to push for federal policies that help the country tackle the… Read more »