Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) released the following statement after voting in favor of the Conference Report to accompany H.R. 5895, the Energy and Water, Legislative Branch, and Military Construction and Veterans Affairs (VA) Appropriations Act. This legislation reforms and improves the care West Michigan veterans receive, strengthens water infrastructure across the Great Lakes, and secures our electrical grid. This bipartisan bill passed the House by a vote of 377-20. “Our veterans... Read more

On Thursday, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) was recognized by the National Taxpayers Union (NTU) for having one of the strongest voting records on supporting lower taxes, limited government, and economic freedom. This year Congressman Huizenga was one of only 66 members of the House, and only one of two members from Michigan to have earned the “Taxpayers’ Friend Award” for his voting record during the 2017 Congressional session. “I am honored to be recognized by the National Taxpayers Union a... Read more

Today, Congressman Huizenga announced the start of the 2018 Congressional App Challenge (CAC). The CAC is a competition aimed at encouraging middle and high school students to learn how to code by creating their own applications. The Challenge is intended to highlight the value of computer science and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) education. “By encouraging and recognizing our nation’s young programming talent, Congress can help shine a light on the growing importance of these... Read more

Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) released the following statement on the passing of Richard DeVos: "It's hard to imagine what West Michigan would look like without Richard DeVos. Rich was as approachable and as down to earth as they come. He exhibited the type of servant leadership that makes West Michigan such a special place. Through his philanthropic activities, Rich led by example, created new opportunities for countless West Michigan residents, and strived to make our community an e... Read more

Tonight, Congressman Bill Huizenga released the following statement after learning of the passing of U.S. Senator John McCain (R-AZ): John McCain was a leader, a statesman, and an exemplary American who always put service before self. His dedication, courage, and commitment set an example for others to follow. My thoughts and prayers go out to Senator McCain’s family during this difficult time. Read more

Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (R-MI) announced the formal name change of the Congressional Caucus on the Netherlands to the Congressional Caucus on the Kingdom of the Netherlands. Under this expansion, the Caucus will include discussions involving the islands of Aruba, Curacao, and St. Maarten as part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. Congressman Huizenga serves as the Republican co-chair of the “Dutch Caucus” with Congressman Derek Kilmer (D-WA). “The United States and the Kingdom of the Ne... Read more

Today, Capital Markets, Securities, and Investment Subcommittee Chairman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) released the following statement after the House passed S. 488, a bipartisan package of 32 bills, including 3 bills from Congressman Huizenga, to strengthen capital formation, improve opportunities for Main Street investors, and boost small business job creation. 24 bills included in this bipartisan package passed through the Capital Markets, Securities, and Investment Subcommittee Chaired by Congressm... Read more

Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) released the following statement regarding Russia: “Russia is not a friend, they are a foe. The American intelligence community, as well as the House Committee on Intelligence, has demonstrated that Russia interfered with our election process and continues to actively undermine democracies across the globe. Russia should not be given the benefit of the doubt, they should be held accountable for their actions.” Read more

Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) introduced H.R. 6343, the INPATIENT (Increasing National Patient Access to Improved Effective Necessary Mental Health Treatment) Act of 2018. This legislation, crafted in consultation with Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services, modernizes treatment available for Medicare and Medicaid patients to help individuals with urgent mental health care needs, those struggling with opioid and substance addiction, and high-risk individuals that are often the mos... Read more

Today, House Capital Markets, Securities, and Investment Subcommittee Chairman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) released the following statement after the House passed H.R. 6139, the Improving Investment Research for Small and Emerging Issuers Act. This bipartisan legislation, introduced by Congressman Huizenga, would improve initial public offering (IPO) research and help smaller businesses become publicly traded companies. H.R. 6139 passed the House by voice vote. “We need to ensure that our capital mark... Read more