Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) released the following statement on the Supreme Court's unanimous decision deeming President Obama's use of "recess appointments" illegal:
"The Obama Administration has consistently exceeded its constitutional authority and actively sought ways to circumvent the rule of law. Today's unanimous decision is an important first step toward reining… Read more »
Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) offered an amendment to H.R. 4870, the Department of Defense Appropriations Act of 2015, to ensure a fair and open bidding process to supply our men and women on the frontlines with Michigan made military grade boots.
Due to unintended consequences resulting from the Small Business Administration's changes to the small business size standards,… Read more »
Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) released the following statement in observance of Memorial Day:
"This Memorial Day, let us remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation. Let us also keep in our hearts and prayers the soldiers who have returned from active duty bearing the scars of war. We cannot thank these men and women enough for… Read more »
Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) released the following statement after voting in support of H.R. 3361, the USA Freedom Act:
"The USA Freedom Act is a bipartisan agreement that takes significant steps in restoring the balance between national security and civil liberties. The changes to the telephone metadata program are needed reforms that enhance privacy safeguards for Americans… Read more »
Last night WWMT focused on an issue that is happening in our own community as well as throughout communities across the globe. Human trafficking has garnered additional attention recently due to the kidnapping of over 250 schoolgirls in Nigeria, but the problem is much more widespread. On Friday, Congressmen Huizenga and over 170 of his colleagues sent a letter to President Obama calling… Read more »
Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) released a bipartisan letter written by Congressman Robert Pittenger (NC-09), Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-09), Congressman Mike Honda (CA-17), and Congresswoman Barbara Lee (CA-03), that was sent to President Obama on Friday. In the letter, Congressman Huizenga and 172 of his colleagues call on the President to provide greater assistance in… Read more »
This evening, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) released the following statement after voting in support of establishing a Select Committee on the Events Surrounding Benghazi:
"For nearly two years, the Obama Administration has stonewalled, diverted, and obstructed efforts to get to the bottom of what happened on September 11, 2012 in Benghazi, Libya and the events that ensued… Read more »
Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) announced that six students from across the Second Congressional District have received appointments from a U.S. Service Academy. These future Cadets and Midshipmen will report to their respective Academy this summer as part of the Class of 2018.
"Service to our nation is one of the greatest contributions an individual can make," said Huizenga.… Read more »
Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) announced he will be holding a town hall meeting at the Walker North Community Center on Wednesday April 23, at 7 PM. Residents of the community are encouraged to attend and participate in a discussion with Congressman Huizenga on federal issues impacting Walker, Kent County, and West Michigan.
Who: Congressman Bill Huizenga
What: Town… Read more »
On Monday November 25th, Rep. Bill Huizenga (MI-02) and Rep. Justin Amash (MI-03) will hold a joint "Academy Night" for Second and Third District high school students interested in learning more about the U.S. service academies. The event will take place at the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum in Grand Rapids.
Officials from the United States Military Academy, the United States Air… Read more »
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