The ecological health of the Great Lakes is directly tied to the economic health of communities along the lakeshore, across our state, and frankly around the nation. The Great Lakes serve as the primary source of drinking water for more than 40 million people and lay the foundation for $6 trillion in economic activity between the United States and Canada. With that in mind, last week, I… Read more »
Our harbors along the shores of Lake Michigan are not only beautiful during a sunset, but they also serve as critical sources of economic activity. This summer, communities such as St. Joseph, South Haven, and Saugatuck will have bustling marinas, packed beaches, and tourists flocking to visit the small businesses that help make each town unique. In order for the Lakeshore local economy… Read more »
Over the years, Fred Upton has become a familiar face to people in Southwest Michigan. He served as a U.S. Representative for 35 years before retiring at the conclusion of 2022. But, there’s a new Congressman representing the region and he’s wasting no time in getting to know the area.
Bill Huizenga, R-Zeeland, won election in November of 2022 to become U.S. Representative for… Read more »
Teachers, parents, and students it’s almost that time of year! That’s right, Spring Break is just around the corner and with that comes family fun! Whether you’re planning a staycation, heading to another state, or traveling abroad, now is the time to make sure your passport is up to date. Having an out of date passport can ruin the best laid plans and leave you scrambling for… Read more »
Yesterday, Congressman Huizenga appeared on Varney & Co to discuss the latest developments on the Biden Administration's push to ban gas stoves as well as new information regarding the origin of COVID. During the interview, Congressman Huizenga states that funding for labs in China should be on the chopping block. Congressman Huizenga's full conversation on Fox Business is available… Read more »
“The world is run by those who show up.” I agree with this statement, except in today’s Washington. A recent report by the Federal Times estimated only one in three federal workers has returned to working in the office full time. Meanwhile, seniors in Southwest Michigan are waiting for assistance with their Social Security, veterans are experiencing delayed access to their… Read more »
Against the backdrop of historically high levels of retail investor participation in the stock market, Democratic regulators in Washington are doing what they do best when it comes to the free market and consumer choice – getting in the way. This time, they’re coming for your brokerage account.
Late last year, SEC Chair Gary Gensler rolled out a set of far-reaching, experimental… Read more »
Last week, President Biden delivered his State of the Union Address. While we heard the President call for a unity agenda, actions speak louder than words. Falsely accusing Republicans of wanting to eliminate Social Security and Medicare wasn’t a good start. While there was a rather raucous back and forth in the House Chamber, I was glad to see the President acknowledge that both sides of… Read more »
This morning, Congressman Bill Huizenga appeared on Fox News' Fox & Friends First to discuss the tragic events at Michigan State University as well as the U.S. Military downing of an object over Lake Huron. The full interview is available below.
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Last night, Congressman Bill Huizenga joined ABC 57 for a live interview following President Biden's State of the Union Address. During the conversation, Rep. Huizenga discusses the tone and tenor of the President's speech, how inflation is negatively impacting individuals, families, and small businesses across America, and shares a little bit of his background as a small business owner… Read more »
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