Today, as part of Computer Science Education Week, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) met with Ethan Visscher to congratulate the Zeeland East High School student on winning the 2018 Second District Congressional App Challenge. Ethan’s app, “Right on Red,” received the highest scores from a panel of local judges who are experts in the technology field. “Right on Red” is a game in which the user is directing a car with only one control. When the car is the color red, it can only turn right. While ... Read more

Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) released the following statement after the House passed S. 140, the Frank Lobiondo Coast Guard Authorization Act. This bipartisan legislation takes commonsense steps to safeguard the Great Lakes, minimize the threat posed by invasive species, and increase economic opportunity. “This bipartisan legislation continues to make the Great Lakes a national priority while also taking important steps to preserve and protect the Lakes for future generations. Specif... Read more

Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) released the following statement after joining officials from the Environmental Protect Agency (EPA), the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ), and the West Michigan Shoreline Regional Development Commission (WMSRDC) to tour the successful clean up of the former Zephyr Oil Refinery in Muskegon Township and discuss the importance of the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative. "The Great Lakes Restoration Initiative continues to play a vital role... Read more

This past week, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) was recognized by the National Federation of Independent Business as a “Guardian of Small Business” based on his voting record in support of pro-growth measures that boost job creation, reduce regulatory red tape, and lower health care costs. The NFIB is the nation’s leading small business association. After receiving the award Congressman Huizenga released the following statement. "I am honored to receive this recognition from the NFIB,” said Co... Read more

Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga released the following statement after it was announced Canada has agreed to join the newly revised trade agreement between Mexico and the United States, As Co-Chair of the US-Canada IPG and Great Lakes Task Force, I am encouraged to see a modernized trade agreement reached between the U.S., Mexico, and Canada. We are stronger trade partners when we work together and I look forward to reviewing this new agreement. Read more

Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) released the following statement after voting in support of H.R. 6760, the Protecting Family and Small Business Tax Cuts Act. This legislation permanently cuts taxes for middle class families and small businesses across West Michigan. "The first phase of tax reform supercharged our economy by cutting taxes on job creators and helping middle class families across West Michigan keep more of their hard-earned money. The Protecting Family and Small Business T... Read more

Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) released the following statement after voting in favor of the Conference Report to accompany H.R. 5895, the Energy and Water, Legislative Branch, and Military Construction and Veterans Affairs (VA) Appropriations Act. This legislation reforms and improves the care West Michigan veterans receive, strengthens water infrastructure across the Great Lakes, and secures our electrical grid. This bipartisan bill passed the House by a vote of 377-20. “Our veterans... Read more

On Thursday, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) was recognized by the National Taxpayers Union (NTU) for having one of the strongest voting records on supporting lower taxes, limited government, and economic freedom. This year Congressman Huizenga was one of only 66 members of the House, and only one of two members from Michigan to have earned the “Taxpayers’ Friend Award” for his voting record during the 2017 Congressional session. “I am honored to be recognized by the National Taxpayers Union a... Read more

Today, Congressman Huizenga announced the start of the 2018 Congressional App Challenge (CAC). The CAC is a competition aimed at encouraging middle and high school students to learn how to code by creating their own applications. The Challenge is intended to highlight the value of computer science and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) education. “By encouraging and recognizing our nation’s young programming talent, Congress can help shine a light on the growing importance of these... Read more

U.S. Representative Bill Huizenga met with emergency personnel and the U.S. Forest Service to assess the damage after two tornadoes hit Lake County. Concerned members of the community joined Huizenga to discuss the situation and what can be done to help. The meeting was held Saturday in the Village of Baldwin to share what Lake County is dealing with after the storm. U.S. Forest Service district ranger Jake Lubera helped lead the discussion of what efforts are being done to the community. “He ca... Read more