Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) issued the following statement regarding the ongoing conflict in Gaza and his support for Israel: "Since seizing control of Gaza in 2007, Hamas has created a haven for terrorists to launch countless attacks against Israel. There is no question that Israel is well within its right to defend itself against these acts of terror. This is another opportunity for President Obama to show America's support for our ally Israel and stand firm against those who wish... Read more

Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Huizenga appeared on WMOM in Ludington to discuss UNICOR costing hardworking Michiganders their jobs, the negative impact of burdensome regulation on the economy and the terrorist attack in Libya. On UNICOR/FPI: "The federal prisons operate this 'company' that has been taking jobs away from law-abiding, hardworking, taxpaying citizens. Unfortunately, we saw this happen in Michigan in the last week or so. There is a company up in Elk Rapids that made pants fo... Read more

Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) issued the following statement upon learning of the death of Gunnery Sergeant Daniel J. Price: "While the details are not clear, a hero from Holland has lost his life defending freedom. Let us all take a moment to remember Gunnery Sergeant Price's courage, dedication, and commitment to freedom. And let us also hold his family in our hearts and pray for the loved ones he has left behind." Read more

U.S. Rep. Bill Huizenga has no faith in Attorney General Eric Holder due to 'Fast and Furious' program MLive Nate Reens June 21, 2012 GRAND RAPIDS, MI – Zeeland Republican Bill Huizenga, who in March co-sponsored a no confidence resolution against embattled Attorney General Eric Holder, will vote next week to hold the country’s top law enforcement leader in contempt of Congress. The vote comes after the Committee on Government Oversight and Reform signed off on the charge Wednesday afternoon. Re... Read more

Congressman Bill Huizenga released the following statement after House passage of the Domestic Energy and Jobs Act (H.R. 4480): "Today, the House took a significant step forward to create jobs, reduce regulatory red tape, lower gas prices, and boost domestic energy production. One of the greatest potentials for economic growth in America stems from our ability to harness our vast energy resources. With its bipartisan passage, the Domestic Energy and Jobs Act demonstrates that even Democrats in W... Read more

Washington, D.C. – Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) released the following statement in honor of Memorial Day: "As we gather with our friends and family to celebrate this Memorial Day Weekend, let's remember the true meaning of Memorial Day and honor the brave men and women in uniform who paid the ultimate price for our freedom. Their courage sets the example for the rest of us and reminds us that freedom is never free. Let us also remember those Americans who are still missing, as well as, our... Read more

Last night, U.S. Rep. Bill Huizenga, MI-02, reached more than 10,000 constituents via telephone for a discussion on everything from Social Security to the Keystone Pipeline to the budget to gas prices. If you missed the call, click the link to listen to it in its entirety. To leave a comment for Rep. Huizenga or to be included in his next teletown hall call list, visit huizenga.house.gov/contact. ### Read more

Taking questions from across the nation, and even Wexford County, MI, U.S. Rep. Bill Huizenga, MI-02, appeared on C-SPAN’s Washington Journal this morning to discuss global economic policy. He was asked about a variety of topics, including the Greek economic crisis, domestic monetary policy, his current work in Congress and on the Financial Services Committee, and also was asked questions by students at The University of Southern Mississippi via the C-SPAN bus. Click here to see the full video o... Read more

U.S. Rep. Bill Huizenga, MI-02, made the following statement after the reported capture and death of former Libyan leader Moammar Gaddafi: “Gaddafi was an oppressive leader and removing him from power will allow democracy to flourish in Libya. In the short term, the global community should help stabilize the area and encourage a representative government. But today is a new day for the Libyan people. It is time they decide their own fate,” Huizenga said. Read more

Congress has passed three Free Trade Agreements, with South Korea, Panama and Colombia, that will support up to 250,000 new American jobs, level the playing field for American companies and increase exports of U.S. goods by $13 billion. “These Free Trade Agreements open the door to hundreds of thousands of new jobs and billions of dollars of new sales opportunities for American companies. This shows that, when given economic freedom, it’s the private sector that creates lasting job growth and a ... Read more