WASHINGTON, DC --  The National Association of Manufacturers last week cited Rep. Robert Wittman (R-VA) for support of US manufacturers and employees.

The award was presented at an event sponsored by NAM member Colonial Circuits at its printed circuit board fabrication plant in Fredericksburg, VA.

The award is given to congressmen who maintained a voting record of 70% or higher during the 111th Congress (2009-2010). Rep. Wittman received an 83% key vote rating.

"On behalf of Colonial Circuits and our employees, I thank Congressman Wittman for championing the causes that will help manufacturers thrive in Virginia and across the United States," said Colonial Circuits president Mark W. Osborn. "We're lucky to have Congressman Wittman in our corner, advocating policies that will allow us to grow, create jobs, expand internationally and stay ahead of our global competition."

Each key vote was selected by an NAM member-led advisory committee comprised of executives from small, mid-sized and large manufacturing companies. Congressmen are notified in advance when key votes are pending and why the key vote designation has been made. Key manufacturing votes for the 111th Congress included energy policy, taxes, regulations and labor law reform, among others. These policies are important components of the NAM's "Manufacturing Strategy for Jobs and a Competitive America," a comprehensive plan for supporting jobs and the U.S. economy.

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