Statements and posts
64 press releases and posts, newest first.
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Griffith, Guthrie, Veasey Praise E&C Committee Action on Nuclear Licensing Reform Bill
Praised House Energy and Commerce Committee action on nuclear licensing reform bill H.R. 5549.
“Reforms to the costly and cumbersome nuclear licensing process are long overdue.”
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Griffith Statement on Action to Protect Ninth District Cattle Farmers and Ranchers
Sent letter to Trump supporting cattle producers and opposing federal actions affecting ranchers.
“I believe good action can come from working together with our cattle producers and federal partners. Now is a time to bring together all sides, coordinate on policy options and outline an agenda that continues to deliver safe, affordable and high-quality beef.”
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Griffith Statement on House Passage of Hemp Ban Delay in Government Funding Bill
Praised government funding bill provision delaying hemp product ban to December.
“I believe that should my bill receive collective buy-in from the White House, lawmakers and stakeholders, the HEMP Act can become law.”
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Mentions H.R. 6500 · voted Yea Sep 1, 2026, roll 646Mentions H.R. 7212
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Ninth District Traveling Staff Office Hours for September
Announced staff office hours in nine Virginia counties during September.
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Griffith Fights for Big Stone Gap, Announces Return of Postal Office Mailboxes
Secured return of postal office mailboxes removed from Big Stone Gap federal building.
“We are deeply grateful to Congressman Griffith and his office for recognizing the importance of this historic treasure and for their willingness to help our community. Their support and dedication to the people of Southwest Virginia are sincerely appreciated.”
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Griffith Announces More Than $1.4 Million for SWVA Helene Relief
Announced $1.4 million in FEMA grants for Hurricane Helene recovery in Southwest Virginia.
“This FEMA grant for more than $1.4 million helps local authorities repair damages resulting from Hurricane Helene.”
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Griffith Announces Nearly $400,000 for Buchanan County Disaster Relief
Announced nearly $400,000 in FEMA grants for Buchanan County disaster relief operations.
“This FEMA grant for nearly $400,000 helps Buchanan County access federal disaster relief.”
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Griffith Announces More Than $7.1 Million for SWVA Helene Relief
Announced more than $7.1 million in FEMA grants for Hurricane Helene recovery in Southwest Virginia.
“These FEMA grants for more than $7.1 million help local authorities repair damages and clear leftover debris resulting from Hurricane Helene.”
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Congressman Griffith’s Weekly E-Newsletter 8.28.26
Highlighted regional workforce investments and economic growth in Virginia communities.
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Griffith Announces $762,861 in HHS Grants to Virginia Tech
Announced $762,861 HHS grant to Virginia Tech for aging and dementia research.
“This HHS grant for more than $760,000 helps Virginia Tech contribute their research skills to better inform American scientists, doctors and patients.”
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Griffith Announces $932,292 in HHS Grants to Virginia Tech
Announced $932,292 in HHS grants to Virginia Tech for infectious disease research.
“These HHS grants for more than $930,000 help Virginia Tech use research to better inform American scientists, doctors and patients.”
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Griffith Celebrates $1,000,000 for Virginia Tech Nuclear Energy Project
Secured $1 million in federal funding for Virginia Tech nuclear energy research project.
“As someone who is a leading advocate for the critical role of nuclear energy for America's energy future, I am excited to see Virginia Tech advance nuclear energy solutions.”
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Griffith Announces $563,970 in HHS Grants to Virginia Tech
Announced $563,970 in HHS research grants to Virginia Tech for health innovations.
“These HHS grants for more than $560,000 help Virginia Tech use research results to better inform American scientists, doctors and patients.”
HealthAI-read
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Congressman Griffith’s Weekly E-Newsletter 8.21.26
Discussed oversight of federal research labs and NIH biosafety protocols in weekly newsletter.
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Griffith Statement on NASA Selection of Virginia Tech for Aviation Research
Praised NASA selection of Virginia Tech for aviation research and next-generation aircraft design project.
“American scientists, engineers and innovators will contribute to the development of the next fleet of aircraft. NASA believes that respected institutions like Virginia Tech can make a difference in this development.”
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Griffith Celebrates $1,415,000 for SWVA Nuclear Energy Project
Announced $1.4 million in federal funding for Energy DELTA Lab nuclear energy project in Wise, Virginia.
“As someone who is a leading proponent of redeveloping former mine lands for new uses, I am excited to see Energy DELTA Lab advance nuclear energy solutions.”
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Mentions H.R. 6938 · voted Yea Jan 8, 2026, roll 367
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Congressman Griffith’s Weekly E-Newsletter 8.14.26
Highlighted passage of Laken Riley Act and HALT Fentanyl Act signed into law.
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Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger recently announced she is going to intervene with the State Corporation Commission regarding the proposed merger between NextEra Energy and Dominion Energy.
“Growing electricity demands and electric grid constraints mean we need to have more, not less, sources of energy available. I urge the Governor to work to ensure this merger does not prematurely close a world-class coal plant that supports Southwest Virginia communities.”
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Congressman Griffith’s Weekly E-Newsletter 8.7.26
The end of our schools’ summer break means children return to school in Virginia’s Ninth District.
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Griffith Announces $80,921 HHS Grant for SWVA Black Lung Clinic Program
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded St. Charles Health Council Inc., based in Jonesville, Virginia, a grant of $80,921.
“This HHS grant for more than $80,000 helps Stone Mountain Health Services promote Black Lung treatment resources for our coal communities.”
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Griffith Announces More Than $1.9 Million in HHS Grants to Virginia Tech
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded Virginia Tech, based in Blacksburg, Virginia, four research related grants worth $1,936,905.
“These HHS grants for more than $1.9 million help Virginia Tech use research results to better inform American scientists, doctors and patients.”
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Griffith Statement on USDA Disaster Action for Expanded Ninth District Drought Relief
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is designating more localities in Virginia’s Ninth District as primary natural disaster areas due to recent drought.
“I will continue my work to support resources for our farming communities.”
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Griffith Celebrates $3.6 Million Manufacturing Expansion in Bland County
Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger announced a $3.6 million industrial investment from Virginia Steel and Fabrication, Inc. to expand operational capabilities in Bland County, Virginia.
“I will continue to support federal policies that help domestic manufacturing growth in rural America.”
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Ninth District Traveling Staff Office Hours for August
Congressman Griffith’s Ninth District STAFF will be available at the following locations during the month of August.