Yesterday, at the Financial Services Committee organizational meeting, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) was nominated Vice Chairman of the Subcommittee on Monetary Policy and Trade (MPT). MPT is one of five subcommittees of the prestigious Financial Services Committee. As Vice Chair, Congressman Huizenga will assist Subcommittee Chairman John Campbell (CA-45) in running committee… Read more »
West Michigan Congressmen nominate 30 students for acceptance to military service academies
MLive - Monica Scott
GRAND RAPIDS, MI - U.S. Reps. Justin Amash, R-Cascade Township and Bill Huizenga, R-Zeeland, have nominated a total of 30 high school students to be considered for acceptance into the 2017 class of the U.S. Military, Air Force, Naval, and Merchant Marine academies.… Read more »
Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga announced his 10 nominations to be considered for acceptance into the 2017 class of the U.S. Military, Air Force, Naval, and Merchant Marine Academies.
“It is an honor to nominate such driven and courageous young men and women in their application to the U.S. Service Academies. Whenever I hear from our distinguished service academies, I am told that… Read more »
Last week, Congressman Huizenga led a bipartisan group from the Michigan Delegation in addressing the sale of now bankrupt A123 Systems Inc. In a letter to Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner, the delegation voiced serious concerns over an attempt by China’s Wanxiang Group Corporation to acquire A123. A123 has developed cutting-edge battery technology that is integrated into all facets of… Read more »
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… 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.… 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… 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.… 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… 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… Read more »
