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Huizenga Votes to Increase Sanctions on North Korea, Iran, and Russia

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Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) released the following statement after voting to increase sanctions on North Korea, Russia, and Iran. H.R. 3364, the Countering Adversarial Nations through Sanctions Act, passed the House with overwhelming bipartisan support by a vote of 419-3. “This bipartisan legislation holds some of the world’s worst actors accountable for their actions,”…

Huizenga Statement on the Nomination of Pete Hoekstra to serve as Ambassador to the Netherlands

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Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) released the following statement after President Trump announced his intent to nominate Peter Hoekstra to serve as Ambassador to the Kingdom of the Netherlands: “I want to congratulate my colleague, mentor, and friend Pete Hoekstra on his nomination to become our nation's Ambassador to the Kingdom of the Netherlands,” said Congressman Huizenga.…

Huizenga Congratulates Wyoming Police Chief James Carmody on Being Named Police Chief of the Year

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Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga spoke on the floor of the U.S. House to congratulate Wyoming Police Chief James Carmody on recently being named the Michigan Police Chief of the Year: Congressman Huizenga’s Remarks: Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate a humble public servant and someone who frankly I am proud to call a friend - Chief James Carmody of the Wyoming, Michigan…

Huizenga Votes to Strengthen Military, Support Troops

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Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga released the following statement after voting in support of the National Defense Authorization Act of Fiscal Year 2018 (NDAA) which passed the House with bipartisan support by a vote of 344 to 81. “This important legislation is a major step forward in restoring military readiness, enhancing cyberspace capabilities, and protecting American lives by…

Thank you for your service to West Michigan Chief Olney

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This morning, Congressman Bill Huizenga congratulated Zeeland Police Chief Bill Olney on his retirement and thanked him for his service and dedication to West Michigan during a speech on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives.  Congressman Huizenga’s Remarks: Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate my neighbor and friend, Chief Bill Olney on his retirement…

Huizenga Supports Kate’s Law, Votes to Hold Sanctuary Cities Accountable

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Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) released the following statement after voting in favor of Kate’s Law and the No Sanctuary for Criminals Act, legislation that will strengthen immigration enforcement, protect Americans, and hold sanctuary cities accountable. “These bills will strengthen the enforcement of our current immigration laws and help prevent unlawful immigrants who…

Huizenga Statement on Government Funding Legislation

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Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) released the following statement after voting in support of legislation to strengthen our military, support the Great Lakes, and fund the government for the remainder of the fiscal year. “Today’s funding bill, while far from optimal, is an improvement over the previous use of continuing resolutions. Despite its shortcomings, the bill provides…

Huizenga to Hold Town Hall in Wyoming on Tuesday

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Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga announced that the next stop on his listening tour will take place on Tuesday, April 11th in Wyoming. The town hall style listening session will be held in the auditorium of Godwin Heights High School and begin at 7 PM. This event is open to all residents of Michigan’s Second Congressional District. Media is asked to RSVP with the Congressman's…

Huizenga Statement on the Chemical Weapons Attack in Syria

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Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) issued the following statement on the atrocity in Idlib, Syria and the use of chemical weapons: “What happened in Syria can only be described as an atrocity. The use of chemical weapons to indiscriminately kill men, women, and children is barbaric. The United States can no longer sit on the sidelines. It’s time for America and the…

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