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… Read more »
The Co-Chairs of the House Great Lakes Task Force, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02), Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09),Congressman Sean Duffy (WI-07) and Congresswoman Louise Slaughter (NY-25) and Northeast-Midwest Congressional Coalition Co-Chairs, Congressman David P. Joyce (OH-14) and Rick Nolan (MN-08), released the following statement after President Trump released his budget… Read more »
Today, U.S. Representatives Bill Huizenga (R-MI) and Brad Schneider (D-IL) released a bipartisan letter they sent to the House Appropriations Committee urging the Committee to include language directing the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to complete and release the Brandon Road Chief’s Report by February of 2019. This request follows the original time frame established at the start of the… Read more »
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… Read more »
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… Read more »
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… Read more »
Whether it is responding to rapidly evolving events such as a natural disaster or planning long term projects such as habitat restoration, we need to have reliable and accurate information available,” said Congressman Huizenga. “Having up to date ESI maps are vital to correctly identifying vulnerable locations and establishing priorities to properly protect Michigan residents as well as the Great Lakes ecosystem.
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Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) released the following statement after voting in support of the Make America Secure and Prosperous Appropriations Act of 2018. Passage of this government funding legislation marks the first time in nearly a decade that the U.S. House has passed all 12 appropriations bills on time.
“For years, some in Washington have worked to prevent Congress… Read more »
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. Read more »
This evening, Congressman Bill Huizenga released the following statement on the passing of former Congressman Vern Ehlers:
"Vern Ehlers embodied what it meant to be a statesman. Vern's thoughtful leadership earned the respect and admiration of his colleagues on both sides of the aisle. Vern never lost his passion for teaching which he utilized to build bipartisan support for… Read more »
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