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Grand Haven Tribune: Huizenga answers questions during Telephone Town Hall

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Questions about the possible future and more concerning the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) were some of the topics brought up during a telephone town hall meeting with West Michigan’s congressman on Friday. U.S. Rep. Bill Huizenga, R-Zeeland, hosted the telephone event, which garnered thousands of listeners, some of whom were selected to ask their questions live. “When are we going…

Huizenga talks Helping West Michigan Families, Small Business on Fox 17

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Yesterday, Congressman Huizenga spoke to Fox 17 about legislation to help West Michigan families and small businesses that have been impacted by COVID-19. As WXMI reports, "the first two packages of bills included provisions for free coronavirus testing, money for SNAP and WIC programs and also provides many workers with up to two-weeks of paid leave, if they are being treated or tested…

Huizenga Discussees the Impact of COVID-19, Answers Questions on WHTC

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Earlier this morning, Congressman Huizenga joined WHTC for an extended conversation on COVID-19. During the interview, Rep. Huizenga addressed a variety of questions regarding the impact of the coronavirus in West Michigan, measures the federal government has already passed, and what legislative actions could be on the horizon.  To listen to Congressman Huizenga's weekly interview…

Huizenga Provides COVID-19 Update, Announces Telephone Town Hall on Friday

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Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga gave an update on the latest information on federal action surrounding COVID-19 and how it is impacting West Michigan. Additionally, Rep Huizenga announced he will be holding a telephone town hall with constituents on Friday, March 20th at 9:30 AM. To participate in the telephone town hall constituents can sign up at Huizenga.House.Gov/Live.…

Huizenga Supports Bipartisan Legislation to Combat the Coronavirus

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Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) voted in support of legislation to assist families, small businesses, and communities across West Michigan as they confront challenges created by COVID-19. H.R. 6201 the Families First Coronavirus Response Act passed the House by a vote of 363 to 40..  “It is critical that Congress works in a bipartisan manner to combat COVID-19 as…

Staying Healthy: Information on the Coronavirus

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I am reaching out to ensure you have the best available information to protect and care for yourself and your loved ones as we learn more about coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) considers the coronavirus to be a serious public health threat. It is important that you are aware of the disease and the efforts necessary to prevent its…

Huizenga Calls on Congress to Strengthen Its Commitment to the Great Lakes by Addressing Erosion Concerns and Combating Asian Carp

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Yesterday, in testimony before the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) laid out how Congress can take a leadership role in addressing Great Lakes erosion, protecting the Great Lakes from Asian carp by moving forward on the Brandon Road project, and preserving the Great Lakes for future generations. As Co-Chair of the Great Lakes Task Force,…

Huizenga, Upton Secure Dredging Funding For Holland Harbor

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Yesterday, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) and Congressman Fred Upton (MI-06) issued the following statements after the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers released their updated FY20 Work Plan that included funding for dredging Holland Harbor that was originally excluded from the FY20 budget. “This is great news for Holland, Ottawa County, and West Michigan,” said Huizenga. “In 2018, over…

President Trump Joins Huizenga, Bipartisan Effort To Protect and Preserve the Great Lakes

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Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) issued the following statement after President Trump’s FY 2021 budget was released showing the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative (GLRI) fully funded at $320 million: “In this budget the President demonstrated his commitment to Michigan and the entire Great Lakes region by fully funding the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative,” said Congressman…

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