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Watch Congressman Huizenga's Facebook Town Hall

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On Monday afternoon, Congressman Huizenga held his first-ever live video town hall on Facebook. During the town hall, Rep. Huizenga took questions from West Michigan residents on the threats posed by ISIS, how Congress is addressing refugees from war torn regions in the Middle East, the negative impact of Dodd-Frank on West Michigan community banks, his legislation to make the…

Huizenga Supports Legislation To Keep America Safe & Strengthen West Michigan's Economy

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Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga released the following statement after voting in support of the year-end government funding legislation: “While this legislation is far from perfect, it does include several provisions that are important to national security as well as West Michigan. This bill makes our nation safer by increasing defense spending to support our troops and closing…

Huizenga talks Michigan Economy, Refugees, and National Security at "Breakfast with Bill"

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On Monday, Congressman Huizenga held his annual "Breakfast with Bill" legislative year in review at Evergreen Commons in Holland. The event was extremely well attended with approximately 500 people participating in the breakfast update. Congressman Huizenga discussed his legislative efforts on behalf of West Michigan to strengthen the Great Lakes Economy and support hardworking…

Huizenga: Ex-Im Distorts Free Market, Furthers Entitlement Mentality

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Today, Monetary Policy & Trade Subcommittee Chairman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) released the following statement after voting against reauthorizing the Export-Import Bank: “I am astounded that some of the best and most successful American companies believe they need the Export-Import Bank to remain competitive on the global stage. “The Ex-Im Bank has been the poster child of both…

Huizenga: Dan Benishek Put Northern Michigan First

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Congressman Bill Huizenga released the following statement regarding the retirement of his friend and colleague Congressman Dan Benishek: "Dr. Dan Benishek is a tireless advocate not only for veterans in Michigan, but for every man and woman who has served in our armed forces. Here at home, Congressman Benishek has fought to protect Michigan’s pristine treasures such as Sleeping Bear…

Huizenga To Hold Town Hall In Norton Shores Thursday

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On Thursday, Congressman Huizenga will hold a town hall at Tanglewood Park from 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM. The town hall forum is open to all residents of the Second District who wish to share their thoughts with Congressman Huizenga, ask questions about the federal government, and discuss the impact of federal policy decisions on West Michigan. Tanglewood Park is located at 560 Seminole Rd.…

Join the Conversation: Huizenga to Hold Telephone Town Hall Tomorrow with West Michigan Residents

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On Thursday July 9th, Congressman Bill Huizenga is holding a live telephone town hall with West Michigan residents at 7:15 PM.  Congressman Huizenga will answer questions from residents in Kent and Ottawa Counties, however all residents of the Second District are welcome to participate. To sign up for Thursday's telephone town hall click here. Congressman Huizenga is also…

Huizenga to Hold Live Telephone Town Hall with West Michigan Residents Wednesday Evening

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On Wednesday evening, Congressman Huizenga will hold a live telephone town hall with residents of Muskegon, Oceana, Lake, Mason, and Newaygo counties.  While thousands of residents will receive a call asking them to participate, unfortunately, not every resident will be contacted. If you live in one of these counties and would like to participate in tomorrow…

Huizenga Statement on TPA

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Today, Congressman Huizenga voted in support of Trade Promotion Authority, also known as TPA, to increase congressional oversight and transparency of potential trade agreements negotiated by the President. “There is a great deal of misinformation surrounding Trade Promotion Authority. TPA is not a trade agreement; rather, it is an important tool that strengthens Congress’ role…

Huizenga Champions Great Lakes Harbor Funding Through House

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Today, the House passed the Energy & Water Appropriations Bill by a vote of 240 to 177, which included Congressman Huizenga’s amendment to hold the federal government accountable and ensure the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund is used to dredge ports and harbors along our nation’s coasts and across the Great Lakes. “Whether it is Grand Haven, Holland, Ludington or Muskegon, these…

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