Years in Office
14
Bills Sponsored
206
Bills Co-Sponsored
1186
Committees
3
Morgan Griffith Biography
Morgan Griffith, a former attorney and small business advocate, was elected to represent Virginia’s 9th Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives in 2010. He focuses on expanding rural healthcare access, advancing energy policy, and supporting economic development in Southwest Virginia. Griffith has authored legislation to streamline federal regulations for medical innovation and serves as a key member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee. He approaches his role with a commitment to pragmatic problem-solving, working to ensure his district’s voice is heard in national policy debates.
Education
- J.D., Washington and Lee University School of Law(1983)
- B.A., Emory and Henry College(1980)
- Graduated, Andrew Lewis High School(1976)
Impact & Accomplishments
Notable contributions during Morgan Griffith's congressional service.
Opioid Crisis Response
Sponsored the Ensuring Patient Access and Effective Drug Enforcement Act to improve coordination in combating opioid abuse.
Coal Miner Health Benefits
Advocated for and supported legislation to secure healthcare and pension benefits for retired coal miners.
Rural Broadband Expansion
Helped secure federal funding to expand high-speed internet access in underserved rural communities in Virginia.
Energy Infrastructure
Backed legislation to streamline permitting for natural gas pipelines and energy infrastructure projects in Southwest Virginia.
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