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December 8, 2008: Weekly Washington Update |
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As Co-Chairman of the Congressional Shipbuilding Caucus, one of my chief priorities is promoting the importance of shipbuilding and sea power within Congress. This past week, I had the opportunity to attend the American Shipbuilding Association conference to discuss the importance of shipbuilding and, in particular, the national security issues surrounding our capacity to build ships for our navy and the economic importance of the capacity to build commercial ships. Our shipyard in Newport News plays a critical role in the maintaining the ability to build ships for this nation. This event was attended by Members of Congress and industry leaders and provided an excellent forum to call for a renewal of American shipbuilding.
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October 27, 2008: Weekly Washington Update |
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As the economic crisis unfolds, there have been a series of proposals and initiatives set forth by both the Administration and Congress to address the situation. The President recently announced that he will hold a series of global economic forums in order to better coordinate the worldwide response. The Federal Reserve is continuing to do the legwork on executing the original economic recovery act and looking at a multitude of options for providing credit. In Congress, there is much talk of a second economic stimulus plan.
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September 29, 2008: Weekly Washington Update |
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The past several days have been historic ones for Congress and for the families and people of this great nation. We face significant challenges in our financial markets and I do not underestimate the serious nature of the decisions we face in dealing with the credit crisis. I realize that the current credit crisis could create problems for every American should the financial markets freeze and remain frozen. Throughout this debate it has been clear that action is necessary but the recovery bill considered in the House of Representatives today should not have been the only option.
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September 22, 2008: Weekly Washington Update |
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The events that began last week on Wall Street are reshaping the American marketplace and the global economy. On Friday, I participated in a conference call with Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson and Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke. During the call, I had the opportunity to ask some tough questions and express my concerns about the Administration's proposed bailout.
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September 12, 2008: Weekly Washington Update |
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On Thursday, we marked the seventh anniversary of the terrorist attacks on September 11th. I was honored to attend the memorial service at the Pentagon, as well as the dedication of the 9/11 memorial there.
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August 29, 2008: Weekly Washington Update |
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In Virginia's First District, transportation is an issue that touches each of us on a daily basis. Anyone who has sat in traffic around Quantico or fought congestion in the Hampton Roads area understands why we must continually invest and expand our highway system. Making sure that the federal government is an active partner in building and maintaining Virginia's roads is one of my top priorities in Congress.
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August 26, 2008: Weekly Washington Update |
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Virginia is the number two importer of trash in the nation, taking some seven million tons into our landfills in 2007 alone. Earlier this summer, I introduced the Solid Waste Interstate Transportation Act of 2008, H.R. 6166. This legislation would give states and localities greater control to regulate waste levels by giving them the ability to limit imports to their landfill facilities.
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August 19, 2008: Weekly Washington Update |
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The Chesapeake Bay is at the heart of Virginia's economy and its environmental well being. For centuries, the Bay has shaped the lives and livelihoods of Virginia residents and continues to define the character of our region. Yet, as important as the Bay is, our efforts to restore it have fallen far short of our aspirations.
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August 11, 2008: Weekly Washington Update |
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The August District Work Period started off with a bang last week, with dozens of Members of Congress returning to Washington to continue calling for an up or down vote on a comprehensive energy policy. After participating in the beginning of the effort on Friday, I returned to the Capitol on Monday to speak on the House Floor and continue calling for Congress to return to Washington to deal with the energy crisis.
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August 5, 2008: Weekly Washington Update |
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Last week was the final week prior to the August District Work Period. As many of you know, Congress has historically always recessed for the month of August.
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July 28, 2008: Weekly Washington Update |
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Congress voted on several important pieces of legislation last week, including a housing act and two transportation bills. Each piece of legislation will have a notable impact on Virginia, so I want to discuss them in greater depth in this week's update.
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July 22, 2008: Weekly Washington Update |
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Congress considered the DRILL Act last week, which failed passage in the House. While I'm glad that we are finally considering energy legislation in Congress, I strongly feel that this bill was not the right approach. I voted against the bill and I want to use this week's update to explain why and to outline my philosophy for solving with the energy crisis.
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July 14, 2008: Weekly Washington Update |
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The First District of Virginia has a rich military heritage. Our men and women serving in uniform do a remarkable job for our country and they also contribute significantly to their communities.
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July 8, 2008: Weekly Washington Update |
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I spent the week of Independence Day working throughout the First District. In between working in my district offices, I was honored to spend time with the Coast Guard, take a tour and meet with officials at William & Mary, visit Ferry Farm for the unveiling of archaeological discovery of George Washington's boyhood home, and to meet with constituents in Fredericksburg about gas prices.
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June 27, 2008: Weekly Washington Update |
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It's been quite a busy week in Washington. With all that's been going on, I wanted to use this week's update to talk about the work we've been doing in the House Armed Services and Natural Resources Committees.
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June 20, 2008: Weekly Washington Update |
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Leadership in Space and Aviation development is an American trademark. NASA, the vanguard in space and aeronautics research, embodies our spirit of ingenuity and hard work.
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June13, 2008: Weekly Washington Update |
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If there's one issue that impacts each of us on a daily basis, it's the price of gas. With the national average of a gallon of gas passing four dollars this week, filling up at the pump is becoming an incredibly expensive proposition.
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May 23, 2008: Weekly Washington Update |
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This week I was pleased to support the final passage of the Defense Authorization Bill for fiscal year 2009. I want to share with you some important provisions of the bill.
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May 12, 2008: Weekly Washington Update |
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Submarines have been a central component of our naval forces for over a century. Since World War II, the United States has employed a number of different submarines to conduct military operations around the globe.
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May 5, 2008: Weekly Washington Update |
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I would like to update you on some of the work I've been doing that relates to the natural, historic and cultural significance of our area.
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April 28, 2008: Weekly Washington Update |
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Last week I had the opportunity to visit Fort A.P. Hill, the wonderful military facility in Caroline County.
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April 19, 2008: Weekly Washington Update |
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The Commonwealth of Virginia is blessed with some of the most pristine natural beauty in world.
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April 11, 2008: Weekly Washington Update |
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April 4, 2008: Weekly Washington Update |
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As I reported a few weeks ago, I was recently chosen to serve on the House Armed Services Committee (HASC).
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March 28, 2008: Weekly Washington Update |
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Earlier this year I sent out a survey to constituents of the First District asking them to let me know what issues are most important to them.
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March 20, 2008: Weekly Washington Update |
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This week we unveiled our new and improved official website.
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March 14, 2008: Weekly Washington Update |
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March 1, 2008: Weekly Washington Update |
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February 25, 2008: Weekly Washington Update |
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February 15, 2008: Weekly Washington Update |
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This week was a rather interesting one. My colleagues and I discussed some very important issues and the debates that took place at times were somewhat heated.
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February 8, 2008: Weekly Washington Update |
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Greetings from our Nation's Capital
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February 1, 2008: Weekly Washington Update |
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Hello from Washington D.C.
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January 25, 2008: Weekly Washington Update |
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As I promised last week, I am back this week to report on the rest of my trip to Iraq and the Middle East...
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January 18, 2008: Weekly Washington Update |
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Last week I had the privilege of visiting Iraq and thanking our troops for the amazing job they are doing in defense of our freedom...
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January 11, 2008: Weekly Washington Update |
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This past week I had the pleasure of visiting Riverside Health System and the Children's Hospital of the King's Daughters (CHKD) and meeting with some of the area's finest medical professionals.
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January 4, 2008: Weekly Washington Update |
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Happy New Year to the residents of the 1st District!
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December 21, 2007: Weekly Washington Update |
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Greetings from Washington D.C.!
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