U.S. Representative Bill Huizenga met with emergency personnel and the U.S. Forest Service to assess the damage after two tornadoes hit Lake County. Concerned members of the community joined Huizenga to discuss the situation and what can be done to help. The meeting was held Saturday in the Village of Baldwin to share what Lake County is dealing with after the storm. U.S. Forest Service district ranger Jake Lubera helped lead the discussion of what efforts are being done to the community. “He ca... Read more

Next week, our country honors the men and women who work hard every day to provide for their families and get the job done. Also, across the state, families are sending students back to school to pursue another year of education that will help them develop the knowledge and skills needed to secure a job following graduation. That’s why we have supported legislation that lets hardworking Michiganders keep more of their own money and empowered new learning opportunities for students. Right now, un... Read more

HUDSONVILLE, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- Two Michigan veterans were awarded the Congressional Gold Medal from Congressman Bill Huizenga for their service to the nation as members of the Office of Strategic Service (OSS). Keith Cole and Al Johnson received the medals during a ceremony at the Hudsonville City Hall Monday morning. The OSS was established during World War II and is considered the foundation of modern day intelligence operations. In March, Cole and Johnson both attended the Gold Medal Cer... Read more

3% Annual Growth Is Within Striking Distance Thanks to Tax and Regulatory Reform The Zeeland Record Bill Huizenga August 2nd 2018 Friday's chart topping announcement that the economy grew by 4.1% in the second quarter is significant and news that should be celebrated. It demonstrates that our economy is creating more opportunity and more jobs for hardworking families across Ottawa County and around the nation. Digging deeper into these numbers it also shows that many of the arguments being made ... Read more

Like most in West Michigan and throughout our nation, I was heartbroken to learn of the actions being taken at our southern border. The United States is a nation of laws, but it is also a nation built upon the foundation of compassion and strong families. While it is critical that we enact reforms to secure our borders and work to fix our broken immigration system, the notion of automatically separating families runs counter to my values as a father, as well as the core values of our nation. For... Read more

Tax Reform Has West Michigan Open for Business The Zeeland Record (Weekly Edition) By Congressman Bill Huizenga June 28, 2018 Our economy is starting to fire on all cylinders. In fact, the most recent job numbers highlight how tax and regulatory reform that Republicans have fought for are delivering for West Michigan and hardworking families across the nation. Last month, a significant 223,000 jobs were created, while unemployment reached its lowest level since 1969. The latest survey released l... Read more

The Defense Act keeps us safe, promotes Michigan priorities The Holland Sentinel U.S. Reps Fred Upton and Bill Huizenga May 25, 2018 at 5:06 PM America’s military is facing grave challenges on multiple fronts. From the re-emergence of competitors like Russia and China, the nuclear ambitions of North Korea and Iran, the imperative to keep the pressure on terrorist organizations like ISIS and al Qaeda, and more. Clearly, zero mistakes can be made and our military must have the tools they need to p... Read more

Tax Reform Is Working For West Michigan The Zeeland Record Congressman Bill Huizenga May 17, 2018 It's been nearly six months since Republicans in Congress overhauled our nation's tax code for the first time in 30 years. Since December, we have seen job creators of all sizes around the country, including right here in West Michigan, respond positively by raising wages, issuing bonuses, and expanding benefit packages for their employees. Two weeks ago, I had the opportunity to visit the Tyson's P... Read more

Huizenga to host U.S. Service Academy information session The Holland Sentinel U.S. Rep. Bill Huizenga, R-Zeeland, will host an information session for West Michigan high school students interested in attending a U.S. Service Academy on Saturday, May 12. The event will be held at the United States Coast Guard Sector Field Office in Grand Haven from 9 a.m. until 10 a.m. Liaisons from the U.S. Military Academy, U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Naval Academy, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy and U.S. Coas... Read more

As a father, I am committed to protecting our students and ensuring they are safe. I am deeply moved by all who have been impacted by gun violence, especially students. I have consistently engaged with the youth of this district and am always willing to sit down and constructively discuss the important issues affecting students. There are areas of agreement on measures that can be taken at the local level to physically secure our schools. For example, I believe more resource officers should be h... Read more