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 citiz... 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 Qae... 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... 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 im... 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 loc... 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... 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 Indepen... 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 lea... Read more »
After House passage of legislation to fund CHIP for six years and reopen the government, Congressman Huizenga released the following statement: This agreement is exactly the same deal that was offered last Friday but Democrats in the Senate chose to needlessly shut down the government. While I am glad CHIP has been funded for the next six years, it's time we move beyond these short term extensions... Read more »
As tens of thousands of Americans march on Washington in support of life and thousands more prepare to do the same in communities across Michigan, Congressman Huizenga spoke about his unwavering commitment to defend the unborn on the House floor. Today, the House passed the Born Alive Abortion Survivors Act, legislation requiring that babies who survive an attempted abortion are guaranteed the sam... Read more »
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