Press Releases

Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement after the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced a $90,000 Assistance to Firefighters Award to the Patrick Springs Volunteer Fire Department: “FEMA’s announcement of $90,000 to the Patrick Springs Volunteer Fire Department is welcome news. With these funds, they will be able to secure new protective… Read more »

Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement after the Appalachian Regional Commission announced a $500,000 grant to the Friends of Southwest Virginia for the Outdoor Recreation Investments for the Coalfields of Virginia project: “The natural splendor of Southwest Virginia is one of our most compelling resources. I am pleased that ARC awarded this $500,000 grant to… 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 »

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 »