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IRS offers help to military members and veterans with their unique tax needs

Members of the U.S. Armed Forces, veterans and their families often qualify for special tax benefits. An IRS news release describes some of the most common deductions and exclusions and tells where to get more information.

Apply now for 10th District Young Women Leadership Program this summer

The office of Congresswoman Barbara Comstock (VA-10) now is accepting applications for the 10th Congressional District Young Women Leadership Program in summer 2017.

Wittman bill would allow same state of residency for military member and spouse

Congressmen Rob Wittman (VA-01) and Darrell Issa (CA-49) have introduced legislation to allow military families to establish one consistent state of residency.

Congressman Connolly declines to attend Trump inauguration

Congressman Gerry Connolly (D-Va), who represents part of Prince William County, issued the following statement on his decision not to attend the Inauguration:

Transportation tips for 58th Presidential Inauguration

Virginia State Police and Virginia Department of Transportation have issued information about inauguration activities, congestion, traffic delays and suggestions on and how to get around that day, Friday, Jan. 20

FTA awards $1.88 million grant to boost safety of Metro workers

U.S. Sens. Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine (both D-VA) Jan. 17 report Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) has been awarded $1,884,992 by the Department of Transportation’s Federal Transit Administration (FTA) to improve track safety and protect employees who repair and maintain the Metro system. The grant will support a Metro program to outfit track workers with technology bands that will alert them of incoming trains so they have enough time to move to safety.

Va. Congressman Rob Wittman votes to begin the Obamacare repeal and replacement process

Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-1) who represents part of Prince William County released the following statement Jan. 13 after voting in favor of a budget resolution allowing the House and Senate to begin the Obamacare repeal and replacement process.

Sen. Warner issues warning on 51-48 vote to repeal Affordable Care Act

.S. Sen Mark R. Warner (D-VA), a member of the Senate Budget Committee, issued a statement today on the 51-48 FY 2017 Budget Resolution vote by the Senate, which would begin the process of repealing the Affordable Care Act (ACA) without providing a viable replacement:

Rep. Connolly reintroduces bill for cameras in the courtroom

Representatives Gerry Connolly (D-VA) and Judge Ted Poe (R-TX) reintroduced Jan. 12 the Cameras in the Court Act, which they say would ensure transparency and accountability in the judicial branch by televising open proceedings before the United States Supreme Court.

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