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Weekly Column: Countering Communist China

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Over the past year, China has made a concerted effort to make in-roads in the Western Hemisphere and take increasingly aggressive actions internationally. It is clear that the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) is actively expanding its global reach. As a member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee (HFAC), I have been working to address this growing concern. In fact, last month, HFAC passed…

46-0! Huizenga Legislation to Strengthen Our Security Partnership with UK & Australia While Deterring China Passes Committee

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Yesterday, the House Foreign Affairs Committee unanimously passed legislation introduced by Congressman Bill Huizenga (R-MI). The AUKUS Submarine Transfer Authorization Act would authorize the sale of up to two Virginia Class Submarines to Australia pursuant to the AUKUS trilateral partnership. Additionally, the legislation puts the entire transfer process under Congressional oversight…

Two Huizenga Amendments to Strengthen Battle Creek Pass in Bipartisan 5-year FAA Reauthorization

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Today, the House passed, H.R. 3935 – the Securing Growth and Robust Leadership in American Aviation Act, a five-year FAA reauthorization with strong bipartisan support by a vote of 351 to 69. This bill included two amendments from Congressman Huizenga designed to strengthen and grow the Battle Creek Community. Below is a statement from Rep. Huizenga on passage of this important…

Huizenga Introduces Legislation to Strengthen Security Ties with Australia, Provide Nuclear-Powered Submarines to Deter China

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Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (R-MI) announced the introduction of the AUKUS Submarine Transfer Authorization Act, co-sponsored by House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Michael McCaul (R-TX). AUKUS is the trilateral security partnership between Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States. This legislation would authorize the sale of up to two Virginia Class Submarines to…

Weekly Column: A Bipartisan Effort to Save AM Radio

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AM Radio is an integral part of the daily lives of millions of Americans. Whether it’s at home, in the car, or at work, Michiganders tune in for the latest local news, their favorite sports team, and to stay up to date on the issues impacting our nation. More importantly, AM radio plays a vital role in America’s National Public Warning System, which provides emergency-alert and warning…

House Passes Critical Defense Legislation that Includes 3 Huizenga Amendments

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Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (R-MI) released the following statement after voting in support of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). “Overall, this defense legislation is a significant step forward in strengthening military readiness,” said Congressman Bill Huizenga. “We need to refocus our policy as well as our practices to ensure our men and women serving in the military…

Huizenga Votes to Combat Fentanyl, Keep Southwest Michigan Safe

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Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-04) released the following statement after voting in support of the HALT Fentanyl Act. This legislation, which was cosponsored by Congressman Huizenga, would classify fentanyl-related substances as a Schedule I narcotic and increase law enforcement’s ability to get these deadly drugs out of our communities. As the top legislative priority for the Drug…

Weekly Column: House GOP Bill Secures the Border

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Make no mistake, the past two years of chaos on our nation’s southern border have had a direct impact on Southwest Michigan. Communities across the 4th Congressional District and throughout Michigan have seen first-hand the deadly effect failing to properly secure our border truly has. For this reason, Republicans took direct action last week to regain operational control of our border by…

Weekly Column: Standing Up for Farmers, Consumers, and Southwest Michigan

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Last week, I had the pleasure of meeting with farmers in Berrien County. Our conversation largely revolved around how rising costs are impacting the ability of farmers to stay in business. The last thing our agriculture community needs – especially considering inflation and supply chain issues – is another price increase that makes it harder for them to help feed our nation. Sadly, the…

VIDEO: Huizenga Honors the Life, Service, and Memory of Coast Guard Festival Director Mike Smith

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Last night, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-04) honored the life, service, and legacy of Ret. U.S. Coast Guard Commander and Grand Haven Coast Guard Festival Director Michael J. Smith. Video of Congressman Huizenga’s speech on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives as well as the text of his remarks are available below. Mr. Speaker, I rise today with a heavy heart to honor the…

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