Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga released the following PSA encouraging West Michigan residents to take part in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 28th from 10 AM – 2 PM at select locations across West Michigan. As West Michigan families, medical professionals, and law enforcement continue to confront the opioid epidemic, Saturday provides another opportunity to have an important conversation and raise awareness surrounding opioid abuse. Congressman Bill Huizenga: Here i... Read more

Tax Day, it’s probably not very high up on your list of things to look forward to and rightfully so. For decades, our outdated federal tax code forced hardworking taxpayers across West Michigan to send more of their money to Washington. However, thanks to the recently enacted Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, things are about to change. First and foremost, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act lowers tax rates across the board. This means more of your money stays in your pocket, instead of going into Washington’s. In... Read more

Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga released the following statement after Speaker Ryan announced he would be retiring from Congress: “I want to thank Speaker Ryan for his leadership, friendship, and dedication to the conservative movement. When Paul chaired the House Budget Committee his detailed and thoughtful analysis demonstrated to the nation why we must address the mandatory spending programs driving our debt. As Chair of the House Ways and Means Committee, he laid the groundwork for the larg... Read more

This week, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) led a bipartisan delegation from the House of Representatives to the Netherlands. The purpose of the trip was to highlight and further strengthen the relationship the United States and the Kingdom of the Netherlands. As Co-Chair of the Congressional Caucus on the Netherlands, Congressman Huizenga traveled to the Netherlands at the invitation of the Dutch Government. Joining him on this legislative exchange were Reps. Gregory Meeks (D-NY), who co-chair... Read more

Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) released the following statement after voting in support of legislation to strengthen our national defense, give our troops a much needed pay raise, improve school safety, combat the opioid epidemic, expand mental health resources, and protect the Great Lakes. “It’s become clear that the budget process is broken. While this legislation is an improvement over another continuing resolution, this is not how I would prefer the federal government be funded. Th... Read more

Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) released the following statement after voting in support of the Right to Try Act. This legislation allows terminally ill patients who have exhausted all other options to try medications that have passed basic Food and Drug Administration safety protocols but not completed the full multi-year approval process. “While medical breakthroughs continue to improve the quality of life and save lives across the globe, more must be done to help those suffering from... Read more

Last night, Congressman Bill Huizenga spoke in support of pregnancy resource centers, the important role they play in communities across West Michigan, and the freedom of conscience. Mr. Speaker, there are three critical foundations of which our nation was built upon: The Freedom of Speech, the Freedom of Conscience, and the Right to Life. Thomas Jefferson, the author of the Declaration of Independence and who was our third President, said, “No provision in our Constitution ought to be dearer to... Read more

Today, Capital Markets, Securities, and Investment Subcommittee Chairman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) released the following statement after the Senate passed bipartisan legislation to reform Dodd-Frank and provide much needed relief to community and regional financial institutions. “For years we have seen the one-size fits all regulatory structure of Dodd-Frank slow economic growth and reduce the ability of community financial institutions to lend to hardworking families and small business job creator... Read more

Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) released the following statement after voting in support of H.R. 4909, the STOP School Violence Act. This bipartisan legislation reauthorizes and improves the Secure Our Schools Program by providing local law enforcement, educators, administrators, and students with tools to proactively address and prevent threats. The STOP School Violence Act passed by a vote of 407 to 10. “Ensuring students have a safe learning environment shouldn’t be a partisan issue.... Read more

Today, Congressman Huizenga appeared on Varney and Co. to discuss the positive impact tax reform is having on hardworking taxpayers and small business job creators in West Michigan. Rep. Huizenga also took the opportunity to discuss the Senate finally taking action to reform Dodd-Frank and how the House should respond. Click the image above to watch the interview On Tax Reform “When I am back in West Michigan, all I hear from people and small business owners is thank you. It’s higher wages, it’s... Read more