Jobs and the Economy

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… 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… 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… 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… Read more »

Next week, our country honors the men and women who work hard every day to provide for their families and get the job done. Also, across the state, families are sending students back to school to pursue another year of education that will help them develop the knowledge and skills needed to secure a job following graduation. That’s why we have supported legislation that lets hardworking… Read more »

3% Annual Growth Is Within Striking Distance Thanks to Tax and Regulatory Reform The Zeeland Record Bill Huizenga August 2nd 2018 Friday's chart topping announcement that the economy grew by 4.1% in the second quarter is significant and news that should be celebrated. It demonstrates that our economy is creating more opportunity and more jobs for hardworking families across Ottawa… Read more »

Today, Capital Markets, Securities, and Investment Subcommittee Chairman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) released the following statement after the House passed S. 488, a bipartisan package of 32 bills, including 3 bills from Congressman Huizenga, to strengthen capital formation, improve opportunities for Main Street investors, and boost small business job creation. 24 bills included in this… Read more »

Today, House Capital Markets, Securities, and Investment Subcommittee Chairman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) released the following statement after the House passed H.R. 6139, the Improving Investment Research for Small and Emerging Issuers Act. This bipartisan legislation, introduced by Congressman Huizenga, would improve initial public offering (IPO) research and help smaller businesses become… Read more »

This evening, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) released the following statement after President Trump nominated Federal Appeals Court Judge Brett Kavanaugh to the U.S. Supreme Court. "Judge Kavanaugh is a highly accomplished jurist who has a strong track record of interpreting the Constitution as written, enforcing the separation of powers, and defending the individual liberties of… Read more »

Tax Reform Has West Michigan Open for Business The Zeeland Record (Weekly Edition) By Congressman Bill Huizenga June 28, 2018 Our economy is starting to fire on all cylinders. In fact, the most recent job numbers highlight how tax and regulatory reform that Republicans have fought for are delivering for West Michigan and hardworking families across the nation. Last month, a… Read more »