Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) released the following statement after voting in support of bipartisan legislation to boost critical research to defeat cancer and rare diseases as well as reform how our nation addresses mental health care: “Nearly everyone in West Michigan has a friend or family member who has been impacted by cancer, a rare disease, or the scourge of opioid addiction. The 21st Century Cures Act is an example of how Congress can achieve bipartisan results to the challen...
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Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) voted in support of the Water Resources Development Act of 2016 (WRDA) which provided federal infrastructure assistance to Flint, and included Congressman Huizenga’s amendment to permanently prioritize Army Corps funding for the Great Lakes Navigation System (GLNS). The system is a critical international waterway that extends from the western end of Lake Superior to the Gulf of St. Lawrence on the Atlantic Ocean, a distance of over 2,400 miles. The U.S. ...
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Recently, Congressman Huizenga wrote an op-ed describing the House Republican plan to improve how the federal government combats poverty. For decades the federal government has implemented dozens of ineffective and sometimes duplicative programs that have failed to lift Americans out of poverty. This new Republican plan focuses on rewarding work, increasing opportunity, and helping all Americans build a more productive life. Below is one facet of the House GOP's "Better Way" plan. If you would l...
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Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga released the following statement regarding the Obama Administration’s threat to public schools. “I am strongly opposed to the Obama Administration's threat to withhold education funding from Michigan schools, colleges, and universities, without allowing students, parents, and local school administrators to have a voice in the process. Gender identity is a deeply personal issue and decisions regarding its interpretation or definition by the federal government need...
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Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) voted in support of legislation to recognize the persecution of Christians at the hands of ISIS as genocide and called on the Obama Administration to hold ISIS and the Assad Regime accountable for their crimes against humanity. “Every day, atrocities are committed against Christians, Yezidis, Kurds, and other religious minorities across the Middle East by ISIS. Their homes as well as their churches and places of worship are being destroyed with little to ...
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Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) released the following statement after President Obama submitted his final budget proposal to Congress. “With our nation over $19 trillion in debt, I was hoping President Obama would take this opportunity to try and bridge the partisan divide he has recently lamented by putting forward a serious proposal that tackles the drivers of our debt. Instead, the President’s final budget doubles down on raising taxes and increasing spending even more than his prev...
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Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga released the following statement after voting to override the President's veto of legislation to defund Planned Parenthood and repeal ObamaCare. "Whether it is Tom struggling to provide insurance for his family in Kentwood, or Marge, in Wyoming, fighting to make sure her employees have coverage, it's clear that ObamaCare is failing to deliver quality and affordable health care to hardworking families and small businesses across West Michigan. I will continue to f...
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On Friday morning, Congressman Huizenga's Office will be hosting an open house and encouraging West Michigan residents who are visiting Washington DC to stop by the Congressman's office in the Longworth House Office Building to warm up with a cup of coffee. Congressman Huizenga's Office is located on the second floor of the Longworth House Building in room 1217. This is a great opportunity to meet Rep. Huizenga's policy staff and tour the Washington D.C. Office. Please note, if the federal gover...
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Next week, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) will be holding multiple town halls to hear from constituents across West Michigan. On Tuesday afternoon, Congressman Huizenga will hold a town hall at Kentwood City Hall from 3:30 – 4:30 PM. On Wednesday, Congressman Huizenga will host a town hall at The Stream in Newaygo from 4 to 5 PM. Both of the town halls are open to the public. Town Hall Details Tuesday January, 19th Kentwood City Hall in the City Commission Chambers 4900 Breton Ave SE Kentwood...
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Yesterday, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) spoke on the House floor about the historic vote to defund Planned Parenthood and in support of creating a culture of life. “For the first time, Congress put a bill on a president’s desk to defund Planned Parenthood, an organization that puts its financial interests ahead of women and children.” “In Michigan, there are 20 federally qualified health clinics for every Planned Parenthood location. Let’s eliminate funding for Planned Parenthood and invest...
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Please join me in wishing Herman Hackstock, a WWII veteran from Grand Haven, a very happy 100th Birthday! Thank you Today Show for helping celebrate Herman's service and centennial celebration!
In order for small business startups to succeed, they need access to capital and credit - the life-blood for growth, expansion, and job creation. The bipartisan #HALOSAct passed tonight by the House eliminates red tape and creates a better environment for small businesses to grow and flourish in Michigan and across the nation! See how it works HERE: http://huizenga.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398377
No state understands the pristine beauty and importance of the Great Lakes more than Michigan. I am honored to be elected to lead the fight to preserve and protect the Great Lakes while promoting economic growth across the region.
Tonight I have a blue light shining in my window to honor the men and women in law enforcement. Thank you to the officers, deputies, and law enforcement officials who work tirelessly and risk their lives to keep our neighborhoods and communities safe! #LawEnforcementAppreciationDay
I am excited and honored to announce that I will Chair the House Committee on Financial Services Capital Markets Subcommittee for the 115th Congress! Capital Markets has jurisdiction over an enormous amount of legislation impacting our economy. I want to thank Chairman Jeb Hensarling for this incredible opportunity, and I look forward to working to ensure all Americans have access to economic opportunity. To learn more about the Capital Markets Subcommittee click the link below!