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Congressman Dan Benishek Responds to the President's Budget

Washington, DC- Following the release of a 2017 Federal Budget proposal from the Obama Adminsitration, Congressman Dan Benishek released the following statement:

Benishek Votes in Favor of Reconciliation Bill

Benishek Acts to Defund Planned Parenthood And Scale Back Obamacare

Washington, D.C.- Today, the House of Representatives passed HR 3762.

Dr. Benishek's Statement on the Bipartisan Bill to Fund the Government

Dr. Benishek Fights for Iron Mountain Processing Facility

Receiving timely mail delivery is something that individuals and businesses across the country expect from our postal service, especially in rural Northern Michigan.

Dr. Benishek's Statement on Passage of Highway Funding

All families and business owners know how important maintaining our roads and highways is to our economy here in Northern Michigan.

Dr. Benishek Works to Protect ROTC Programs

A few weeks ago, another proud group of students graduated from Northern Michigan University’s ROTC program, standing ready to serve our nation.

Dr. Benishek Supports Maple Syrup Industry Growth

One hundred percent pure Michigan maple syrup is not only one of the best things for your breakfast table; the sugary treat means jobs for our state.

Dr. Benishek Supports Budget Plan to Reduce Spending in Washington

After practicing medicine for over 30 years in Northern Michigan, I came to Washington because I was sick of watching out of control federal spending that is hurting the futures of our children and grandchildren.

Dr. Benishek: “Energy Assistance is a Vital Lifeline in Northern Michigan”

We must find a fiscally-responsible level of funding for LIHEAP that will also meet families' energy needs.