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Huizenga Statement on Steel and Aluminum Tariffs

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"I believe President Trump is sincere in his desire to push for better fair trade deals that strengthen our economy and create good-paying American jobs. I support that effort. The Administration made the right decision to grant exemptions for our vital North American trading partners. Policies of this nature should be designed to strictly focus on nations that flout fair trade practices,…

University of Michigan Survey Shows Rising Support For and Benefits From Tax Reform

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On Friday, the University of Michigan’s survey of consumers detailed the positive impact tax reform is having on consumer confidence, taxpayers, and the economy. Below are some of the highlights from the survey. Americans see rising income, employment growth and favorable perception of tax reform as top economic news. “Consumer sentiment rose in early February to its second highest…

Huizenga Statement on the Bipartisan Budget Act

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Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga released the following statement after voting in support of the Bipartisan Budget Act. In an ever more dangerous world, it is increasingly important that we properly fund and support our men and women in uniform. For years our troops have been asked to do more with less and in that time we have seen an alarming decrease in military readiness and…

Huizenga Congratulates L3 on Commitment to Supporting Our Troops

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Today, Congressman Huizenga released the following statement congratulating Muskegon-based L3 Combat Propulsion Systems on a newly modified $56 million contract from the U.S. Army to build and refurbish transmissions and support our troops: “It is critical that our men and women in uniform have the best equipment available to complete their mission and return home safely,” said…

Huizenga Statement on President Trump’s State of the Union Address

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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…

Huizenga Votes to Fund Military, Help Low-Income Children, Keep Government Open

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Tonight, the House passed and Congressman Huizenga supported legislation to keep the government open, prevent cuts to our military, and fund the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP). This legislation now goes to the Senate. "This evening, the House took the responsible step to keep the government open, support our men and women in uniform, and help low income children by funding…

Huizenga: 2,500 Jobs, $1 Billion Investment Returning to Michigan Because of Tax Reform

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Tonight, Congressman Bill Huizenga released the following statement after Fiat Chrysler announced it was investing $1 billion in Michigan and moving 2,500 jobs from Mexico to Michigan. "Despite being signed into law only three weeks ago, we are already seeing tangible benefits from tax reform. Today's $1 billion announcement by Fiat Chrysler will have an enormous impact on Michigan's…

Promise Kept: Tax Cuts For Middle Class Families and West Michigan Job Creators

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Last week, Congress delivered on an important promise with a once in a generation vote to enact tax reform. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act overhauls our tax code for the first time in three decades by cutting taxes for hardworking taxpayers, small businesses and West Michigan companies. This legislation delivers tax relief for West Michigan by lowering rates, nearly doubling the standard…

Huizenga Congratulates Pete Hoekstra on Confirmation as Ambassador to the Netherlands

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Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) released the following statement congratulating former Congressman Pete Hoekstra on being confirmed by the U.S. Senate to serve as Ambassador to the Kingdom of the Netherlands. "Congratulations to my friend and mentor Pete Hoekstra on being confirmed to serve as Ambassador to the Kingdom of the Netherlands," said Congressman Huizenga. "West…

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