Tonight, Congressman Bill Huizenga released the following statement after learning of the passing of U.S. Senator John McCain (R-AZ): John McCain was a leader, a statesman, and an exemplary American who always put service before self. His dedication, courage, and commitment set an example for others to follow. My thoughts and prayers go out to Senator McCain’s family during this difficult time.
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HUDSONVILLE, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- Two Michigan veterans were awarded the Congressional Gold Medal from Congressman Bill Huizenga for their service to the nation as members of the Office of Strategic Service (OSS). Keith Cole and Al Johnson received the medals during a ceremony at the Hudsonville City Hall Monday morning. The OSS was established during World War II and is considered the foundation of modern day intelligence operations. In March, Cole and Johnson both attended the Gold Medal Cer...
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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 County and around the nation. Digging deeper into these numbers it also shows that many of the arguments being made ...
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Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (R-MI) announced the formal name change of the Congressional Caucus on the Netherlands to the Congressional Caucus on the Kingdom of the Netherlands. Under this expansion, the Caucus will include discussions involving the islands of Aruba, Curacao, and St. Maarten as part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. Congressman Huizenga serves as the Republican co-chair of the “Dutch Caucus” with Congressman Derek Kilmer (D-WA). “The United States and the Kingdom of the Ne...
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Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) released the following statement regarding Russia: “Russia is not a friend, they are a foe. The American intelligence community, as well as the House Committee on Intelligence, has demonstrated that Russia interfered with our election process and continues to actively undermine democracies across the globe. Russia should not be given the benefit of the doubt, they should be held accountable for their actions.”
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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...
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Like most in West Michigan and throughout our nation, I was heartbroken to learn of the actions being taken at our southern border. The United States is a nation of laws, but it is also a nation built upon the foundation of compassion and strong families. While it is critical that we enact reforms to secure our borders and work to fix our broken immigration system, the notion of automatically separating families runs counter to my values as a father, as well as the core values of our nation. For...
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Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga released the following statement in response to a federal judge ruling the Trump Administration must end most separations and reunite those families that have been separated. “While the actions taken by the Administration as well as those taken by a federal judge in California to end family separations and reunite separated families are both steps in the right direction, neither carries the permanency of law. I have introduced bipartisan legislation, known as the...
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Today, House Capital Markets, Securities, and Investment Subcommittee Chairman Bill Huizenga (R-MI) released the following statement regarding the International Monetary Fund's (IMF) announcement that it would no longer provide financial assistance to Greece. "The IMF is doing the right thing by letting the Eurozone solve what has been a Eurozone problem all along," said Chairman Huizenga. "As the Fund's lead shareholder, the U.S. should ensure, through legislation if necessary, that the IMF can...
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Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) released the following statement after voting is support of H.R. 5985, the Energy and Water, Legislative Branch, and Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Appropriations Act of 2019. “Our veterans deserve the best care available. This important legislation takes another significant step forward by prioritizing our veterans, strengthening oversight and accountability at the VA, and increasing resources for mental health care services, suicide preventi...
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This morning I visited the Outdoor Discovery Center to see first hand how the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative (GLRI) is helping restore wetlands, reduce flooding, and stop harmful runoff from flowing into rivers, Lake Macatawa, and Lake Michigan.
More positive news for West Michigan’s economy! It’s wonderful to see innovative manufacturers continue to expand and/or choose West Michigan as the place to invest, grow, and create good-paying jobs!
This afternoon, the House passed bipartisan legislation to improve care for our veterans and strengthen the Great Lakes economy by ensuring that harbors in Grand Haven, Ludington, Holland and other across the Great Lakes are properly dredged. These are among the first set of legislative funding priorities that have passed Congress and are now headed to the President’s Desk to be signed into law. You can read my full statement on the Conference Report to accompany H.R. 5895, the Energy and Water, Legislative Branch, and Military Construction and Veterans Affairs (VA) Appropriations Act below.
Today West Michigan says farewell to one of the people who helped shape our community into the incredible place it is today. Thank you for all that you have done for West Michigan Rich and while your legacy will live on, know that your leadership and friendship will be deeply missed. Rest well Rich.
The engine of our economy is powered by small business job creators and thanks to tax and regulatory reform they are feeling more confident than ever before. "As the tax and regulatory landscape changed, so did small business expectations and plans," said NFIB President and CEO Juanita D. Duggan. Capital spending is at it's highest level in a decade and small businesses are reporting record levels of job creation!