Griffith, H. Morgan

H. Morgan Griffith represents Virginia's 9th congressional district and serves as chair of the Health Subcommittee within the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. This subcommittee role gives him significant influence over healthcare legislation and oversight, including matters related to drug regulation, medical devices, and public health programs. As chair, Griffith controls which healthcare bills receive hearings and consideration, and he can launch investigations into federal health agencies and programs.

Griffith brings legal expertise to this healthcare-focused position. After earning his law degree from Washington and Lee University School of Law in 1983, he practiced law in his hometown of Salem, Virginia, specializing in traffic and DUI cases before joining a law firm as an office head in 2008. Before his election to Congress in 2010, he served 17 years in the Virginia House of Delegates, including time as majority leader, giving him substantial legislative experience at the state level.

As a member of the Freedom Caucus, Griffith represents the conservative wing of the Republican Party. His committee assignments span multiple areas including House Administration, Rules, and the Select Subcommittee investigating January 6th. His legislative work has included bills on healthcare regulation, federal facilities, and commemorative measures. His long tenure in Virginia politics and current committee positions place him among the more influential voices on healthcare policy within the House Republican caucus.