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

Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) introduced H.R. 6343, the INPATIENT (Increasing National Patient Access to Improved Effective Necessary Mental Health Treatment) Act of 2018. This legislation, crafted in consultation with Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services, modernizes treatment available for Medicare and Medicaid patients to help individuals with urgent mental health care needs, those struggling with opioid and substance addiction, and high-risk individuals that are often the mos... 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 American citizens," said Congressman Huizenga. "Judge Kavanaugh is a tremendous selection to the Supreme Court and... Read more

The Defense Act keeps us safe, promotes Michigan priorities The Holland Sentinel U.S. Reps Fred Upton and Bill Huizenga May 25, 2018 at 5:06 PM America’s military is facing grave challenges on multiple fronts. From the re-emergence of competitors like Russia and China, the nuclear ambitions of North Korea and Iran, the imperative to keep the pressure on terrorist organizations like ISIS and al Qaeda, and more. Clearly, zero mistakes can be made and our military must have the tools they need to p... Read more

Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) released the following statement after voting in support of the Trickett Wendler, Frank Mongiello, Jordan McLinn, and Matthew Bellina Right to Try Act. This legislation allows terminally ill patients, who have exhausted all other options, to try medications that have passed basic Food and Drug Administration (FDA) safety protocols but not completed the full multi-year approval process. This version of the legislation has already passed the U.S. Senate and... Read more

Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga released the following PSA encouraging West Michigan residents to take part in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 28th from 10 AM – 2 PM at select locations across West Michigan. As West Michigan families, medical professionals, and law enforcement continue to confront the opioid epidemic, Saturday provides another opportunity to have an important conversation and raise awareness surrounding opioid abuse. Congressman Bill Huizenga: Here i... Read more

As a father, I am committed to protecting our students and ensuring they are safe. I am deeply moved by all who have been impacted by gun violence, especially students. I have consistently engaged with the youth of this district and am always willing to sit down and constructively discuss the important issues affecting students. There are areas of agreement on measures that can be taken at the local level to physically secure our schools. For example, I believe more resource officers should be h... Read more

Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) released the following statement after voting in support of the Right to Try Act. This legislation allows terminally ill patients who have exhausted all other options to try medications that have passed basic Food and Drug Administration safety protocols but not completed the full multi-year approval process. “While medical breakthroughs continue to improve the quality of life and save lives across the globe, more must be done to help those suffering from... Read more

Last night, Congressman Bill Huizenga spoke in support of pregnancy resource centers, the important role they play in communities across West Michigan, and the freedom of conscience. Mr. Speaker, there are three critical foundations of which our nation was built upon: The Freedom of Speech, the Freedom of Conscience, and the Right to Life. Thomas Jefferson, the author of the Declaration of Independence and who was our third President, said, “No provision in our Constitution ought to be dearer to... Read more

This evening, Congressman Huizenga (MI-02) released the following statement on President Trump’s State of the Union Address: “Millions of middle class Americans are already seeing the tangible benefits from tax and regulatory reform. Bigger paychecks, better wages, stronger benefit packages, and increased retirement savings for hardworking taxpayers should be celebrated by all. Instead of jobs leaving Michigan for Mexico, American companies are investing in American workers and bringing these jo... Read more