Representative Scott Rigell was live.
Live from Cannon 418
Live from Cannon 418
STAFF UPDATE: Join Congressman Scott Rigell of Virginia’s Second District for a FACEBOOK LIVE event TOMORROW at 11:30 AM ET. #LIVEfromCannon418
Visitors of my office will notice to the left of my desk hang three important reminders of why I proudly serve Virginia’s Second District here in Washington. These three flags are daily reminders of our history as a Commonwealth, what this country was built on, and what gives me the courage and strength to fight for what is right. These are symbols of American freedom and together represent my commitment to the Second District of Virginia and to this country’s prosperity. #OfficeFind
Today we honor the brave Americans who served to defend our freedom. To all our men and women in uniform, past and present: you are our heroes. Thank you, Veterans. #AmericanHeroes #HonoringOurVeterans #ThankYouForServing
In 1978, I followed in my father’s boot prints and joined a force that would forever change my life. Happy Birthday Marines! Here’s to 241 more years of service.
Important news for the region: Today, President Obama issued a major disaster declaration for the Commonwealth of Virginia after the devastation caused by Hurricane Matthew. This is vital to our recovery effort because it authorizes individual assistance to families and households directly affected. If you live in Chesapeake, Newport News, Norfolk, or Virginia Beach you can visit www.DisasterAssistance.gov to register and apply for assistance. You can also call 1-800-621-3362.
Did you know that as soon as you enter my DC office, you will see our Office Mission statement? It reads as follows:
Our Mission
Meet our deep obligation to pass on to the next generation of Americans ...
the Blessings of Liberty and Freedom.
Respect, listen to, and provide exceptional constituent service
to the People of the 2nd District.
Defend those who wear our nation’s uniform;
Speak boldly on behalf of our veterans;
Honor and remember the fallen, and care for their families.
The (Un)affordable Care Act has reached a new low, or a new high. Read more about how premiums will rise an average of 25% for 2017 in 39 states. http://bit.ly/2eNCwde
Forcing service members to repay enlistment bonuses is egregious. Read more about how veterans are being forced to repay their bonuses here: http://www.foxnews.com/…/lawmakers-blast-pentagon-over-claw…
Today is the 1 year anniversary of my introducing the America First Act (H.R. 3777). To this day, it is the only bill in Congress that proposes serious mandatory spending reform and relieves defense sequestration. Although my public service is soon coming to an end, I am hopeful that the next Congress can borrow these ideas to forge agreement on our dire fiscal situation.
http://crfb.org/…/rigell-offers-bill-replace-sequester-long…
http://www.concordcoalition.org/…/rigell-bi...ll-offers-major-…
http://pilotonline.com/…/article_6eb98f06-86a7-5701-8ce6-05…
https://www.washingtonpost.com/…/1da2dbec-79b2-11e5-bc80-90…
ICYMI: On Monday, the Antares rocket was successfully launched from NASA Wallops Flight Facility. This is great news not only for NASA, but also for the Commonwealth and it will, without a doubt, strengthen the partnership between Virginia, NASA and Orbital ATK. Read more about this winning moment here: http://bit.ly/2ent9l9
For 241 years the Navy has served with honor, courage, and commitment. Happy birthday to America's Navy! Thank you for watching over this great nation. #happybirthday #USNavy #honor #courage #commitment
Teri and I are praying for everyone impacted by Hurricane Matthew across the eastern seaboard but particularly here in Hampton Roads. Special thanks to the crews who have worked very hard to reopen our streets and restore power.
Teri and I wish our friends and neighbors in the Jewish community a peaceful and meaningful Yom Kippur.
Teri and I are praying for the passengers, family members, and first responders involved in the fatal train crash in New Jersey.
The latest impasse is truly frustrating. Read more here for the facts about what just happened with the CR: http://apne.ws/2dpME05