Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga released the following statement after voting in support of the Protecting Americans from Tax Hikes (PATH) Act:
“Whether it is a small business owner in Kentwood, an apple grower in Hart, or a school teacher in Muskegon, this legislation finally provides West Michigan residents with the tax certainty they have been asking for. Because of the PATH Act:… Read more »
Today, the Grand Haven Tribune published a story on the naturalization ceremony that took place on Monday afternoon in Grand Haven. Congressman Huizenga attended this incredible event, led the pledge of allegiance, and congratulated 61 new citizens on becoming a part of our great nation. Below are excerpt's of the Tribune's story which can be read in it's entirety here.
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On Monday, Congressman Huizenga held his annual "Breakfast with Bill" legislative year in review at Evergreen Commons in Holland. The event was extremely well attended with approximately 500 people participating in the breakfast update. Congressman Huizenga discussed his legislative efforts on behalf of West Michigan to strengthen the Great Lakes Economy and support hardworking… Read more »
Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga released the following statement after voting in support of the Every Student Succeeds Act, which passed the House by a vote of 359-64:
“For too long, decisions made in Washington that impact our children have been made by bureaucrats who have never set foot in a Michigan classroom. That’s the wrong approach and frankly, that’s not how our government… Read more »
On Wednesday, Congressman Huizenga (MI-02) will join students, faculty, and members of the community to honor West Michigan veterans at West Ottawa High School. The event kicks off at 8 AM with a veterans’ breakfast followed by an assembly to honor the men and women who have served in our nation’s armed forces.
The ceremony will include a special tribute to Staff Sergeant Andrew… Read more »
Last month, Congressman Huizenga joined the bipartisan effort to reform mental health care in West Michigan and across the nation. H.R. 2646, the Helping Families in Mental Health Crisis Act of 2015, empowers parents and caregivers while ensuring those who are in need of mental health care have access to quality care.
Recently, Mark Eastburg, the… Read more »
Congressman Bill Huizenga released the following statement regarding the retirement of his friend and colleague Congressman Dan Benishek:
"Dr. Dan Benishek is a tireless advocate not only for veterans in Michigan, but for every man and woman who has served in our armed forces. Here at home, Congressman Benishek has fought to protect Michigan’s pristine treasures such as Sleeping Bear… Read more »
On Thursday, Congressman Huizenga will hold a town hall at Tanglewood Park from 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM. The town hall forum is open to all residents of the Second District who wish to share their thoughts with Congressman Huizenga, ask questions about the federal government, and discuss the impact of federal policy decisions on West Michigan. Tanglewood Park is located at 560 Seminole Rd.… Read more »
Rep. Bill Huizenga talks Iran during tele-townhall
The Holland Sentinel, Andrea.Goodell, July 26. 2015
A tele-townhall with Rep. Bill Huizenga, R-Zeeland, drew 7,300 listeners Thursday evening, July 23.
Many of the questions centered around a recently signed nuclear deal with Iran during the third in a series of similar calls to voters in the 2nd Congressional… Read more »
On Thursday July 9th, Congressman Bill Huizenga is holding a live telephone town hall with West Michigan residents at 7:15 PM. Congressman Huizenga will answer questions from residents in Kent and Ottawa Counties, however all residents of the Second District are welcome to participate. To sign up for Thursday's telephone town hall click here.
Congressman Huizenga is also… Read more »