Jobs and the Economy

On Wednesday, Congressman Huizenga (MI-02) sat down for an interview with Robert Traynham to discuss House passage of No Budget No Pay, the need for the Democrat-controlled Senate to pass a budget, and the tough decisions that must be made to get America's fiscal house in order: On Senate Democrats Failing To Get The Job Done: "Showing up for work and getting the job done are… Read more »

Huizenga Nabs Leadership Role on Fiscal Policy MLive - Zane McMillan January 24, 2013 From MLive's coverage: "Rep. Bill Huizenga of Zeeland, also now in his second term, announced Thursday he'd been named vice chairman of the House Financial Services Committee's monetary policy and trade subcommittee. Huizenga said he also was named to the subcommittee on capital markets and… Read more »

This morning on WHTC, Congressman Huizenga discussed the House approach to addressing Washington's out of control spending and forcing Senate Democrats to put their money where their mouth is and lay out their plan to reduce spending. No Budget No Pay Being The First Step: "I believe what we dubbed the No Budget No Pay Act is a good step.  There are so many people who want to… Read more »

Yesterday, at the Financial Services Committee organizational meeting, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) was nominated Vice Chairman of the Subcommittee on Monetary Policy and Trade (MPT). MPT is one of five subcommittees of the prestigious Financial Services Committee. As Vice Chair, Congressman Huizenga will assist Subcommittee Chairman John Campbell (CA-45) in running committee… Read more »

Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) announced mobile office hours next week for Lake, Mason, Newaygo and Oceana Counties. Congressman Huizenga's staff will be on hand at the following locations to assist residents with casework concerning federal tax issues, veterans' issues, and Social Security. Additionally, staff will be available to address questions regarding legislative matters… Read more »

Inauguration Day: Rep. Huizenga invokes Bill Clinton, MLK in congratulating President Obama  MLive - Zane McMillin - January 21, 2013 GRAND RAPIDS, MI — U.S. Rep. Bill Huizenga, R-Zeeland, invoked former President Bill Clinton and Martin Luther King Jr. in congratulating President Barack Obama on his second inauguration. Obama took his oath of office at Monday's ceremonial… Read more »

Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) released the following statement after President Obama delivered his second inaugural address: "I congratulate President Obama on the beginning of his second term as Commander-in-Chief of our great nation. As the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. said, 'a genuine leader is not a searcher for consensus but a molder of consensus.' President Obama's… Read more »

Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) released the following statement applauding Governor Snyder's efforts to get Michigan back on the right track: "Thanks to Governor Snyder's leadership, the future looks bright for Michigan. For the first time in nearly a decade, more people are coming to Michigan for work rather than looking elsewhere. Governor Snyder has put Michigan back on the path… Read more »

Control spending, yes, but who gets cut? Congressman asked to explain factors considered when making cuts The Ludington Daily News - Steve Begnoche January 12, 2013 How does Congress decide what to cut? Several of those attending the Ludington and Scottville Area Chamber of Commerce legislative committee session Friday at Book Mark with Congressmen Bill Huizenga, R-Zeeland,… Read more »

Congressman Bill Huizenga: Let's get serious about spending MLive - Dave Alexander January 7, 2013 MUSKEGON, MI – Congressman Bill Huizenga emphasized with MLive readers in a live chat Monday morning that his concern is not a new federal tax bill but now legislation that will rein in federal spending. Huizenga, R-Zeeland, came off an intense week in Washington ending his first… Read more »