Sworn in for the 119th Congress on Source
Their stated policy positions and commitments, with quotes and links to the original sources.
Griffith says he is leading efforts to improve prescription drug monitoring programs so health care providers can prevent over-prescription of opioids. He describes this work as part of efforts spanning treatment and prevention of opioid addiction.
Context: The source does not specify the proposed changes to monitoring programs.
Griffith supports agriculture and timber industries in Southwest Virginia and says he will continue to fight against the Waters of the USA Program, which he characterizes as discredited. He also opposes federal agencies making it harder for people to work their land and raise livestock.
Context: Original statement date not established. Source collected on November 10, 2026.
Griffith says he is working to secure the U.S. border and crack down on illegal immigration. He also welcomes immigrants who want to come to the country legally and share in the American dream.
Context: The source does not specify proposed enforcement measures or changes to immigration law.
Griffith says he is working on legislation that would require Congress to spend no more than it receives, require the President to submit a balanced budget, and require a supermajority vote to raise the national debt limit.
Context: The source does not identify the legislation or define the required supermajority.
Griffith supports requiring voter ID, removing deceased people from voter rolls, and requiring proof of citizenship to register to vote. He presents these as measures to secure elections.
Context: Original statement date not established. Source collected on November 10, 2026.
Griffith supports an “all of the above” energy approach that includes coal. He says he is working to fund reclamation and restoration of abandoned mine sites, with the stated aims of creating jobs and increasing coal production.
Context: The source does not specify the funding mechanism or amount.