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Huizenga Statement on GVSU President Thomas J. Haas Announcing His Retirement

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Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) released the following statement in response to Grand Valley State University President Thomas J. Haas announcing his retirement in June of 2019. “Under the leadership of Thomas J. Haas, Grand Valley State University has transformed into a nationally recognized and respected educational institution that attracts students from across the nation…

Huizenga Statement on the Bipartisan Budget Act

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Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga released the following statement after voting in support of the Bipartisan Budget Act. In an ever more dangerous world, it is increasingly important that we properly fund and support our men and women in uniform. For years our troops have been asked to do more with less and in that time we have seen an alarming decrease in military readiness and…

Huizenga Statement on President Trump’s State of the Union Address

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This evening, Congressman Huizenga (MI-02) released the following statement on President Trump’s State of the Union Address: “Millions of middle class Americans are already seeing the tangible benefits from tax and regulatory reform. Bigger paychecks, better wages, stronger benefit packages, and increased retirement savings for hardworking taxpayers should be celebrated by all. Instead…

Huizenga Votes to Support CHIP, End Needless Schumer Shutdown

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After House passage of legislation to fund CHIP for six years and reopen the government, Congressman Huizenga released the following statement: This agreement is exactly the same deal that was offered last Friday but Democrats in the Senate chose to needlessly shut down the government. While I am glad CHIP has been funded for the next six years, it's time we move beyond these short…

Huizenga Votes to Fund Military, Help Low-Income Children, Keep Government Open

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Tonight, the House passed and Congressman Huizenga supported legislation to keep the government open, prevent cuts to our military, and fund the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP). This legislation now goes to the Senate. "This evening, the House took the responsible step to keep the government open, support our men and women in uniform, and help low income children by funding…

Promise Kept: Tax Cuts For Middle Class Families and West Michigan Job Creators

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Last week, Congress delivered on an important promise with a once in a generation vote to enact tax reform. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act overhauls our tax code for the first time in three decades by cutting taxes for hardworking taxpayers, small businesses and West Michigan companies. This legislation delivers tax relief for West Michigan by lowering rates, nearly doubling the standard…

Huizenga Statement on the Future of the Iranian Nuclear Agreement

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Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) released the following statement regarding President Trump’s announcement on Iran and the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) “The action taken by President Trump today is a step in the right direction. The Obama Administration’s nuclear agreement with the Iranian Regime was ill-conceived and shortsighted. Under this flawed agreement…

Huizenga Votes to Reduce Deficit by $6.5 Trillion, Lay Groundwork for Pro-Growth Tax Reform

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Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) released the following statement after voting to balance the federal budget in 10 years, reduce the deficit by $6.5 trillion, and lay the groundwork to provide tax relief for hardworking families and small businesses in West Michigan: “With our nation’s debt surpassing a whopping $20 trillion, not only do we need to cut spending and reform…

Huizenga Statement on President Trump's Afghanistan Announcement

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Tonight, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) released the following statement regarding President Trump's speech on Afghanistan and our nation's strategy in South Asia: "President Trump's decision to change the rules of engagement for our troops and allow them to take the fight to the enemy is the right choice. Conditions on the ground should determine how our military conducts…

Huizenga to hold Town Hall in Muskegon on Wednesday

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Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga announced the next stop on his listening tour will take place on Wednesday, August 23rd in Muskegon. The town hall meeting will be held at Orchard View High School and begin at 7 PM. This event is open to all residents of Michigan’s Second Congressional District.