More political fallout from sequester
WOOD TV - Rick Albin - May 1, 2013
WYOMING, Mich. (WOOD) - When President Barack Obama was asked about the sequester on the 100th day of his second term, it opened up the long-standing argument between Republicans in Congress and the White House about spending, taxing and who has the best plan.
The president was asked a question was… Read more »
On Wednesday, May 1st, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) will host a medals ceremony at the Army Strong Community Center in Walker, Michigan beginning at 10:00 AM. Huizenga will present West Michigan veterans and their families with medals earned during their valiant service on behalf of a grateful nation. The Army Strong Center is located at 3870 Three Mile Road NW, Walker, MI 49534.… Read more »
Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) announced mobile office hours next week for the City of Muskegon and Muskegon County. Congressman Huizenga will be meeting with constituents individually in a one-on-one setting to help residents with issues they may have with a federal agency. Specialized caseworkers will also be on hand to help deal with any issues concerning the federal… Read more »
Light’s out: Burned out bulb suspected at Little Point Sable Lighthouse
Oceana's Herald-Journal
John Cavanagh
April 24, 2013
Oceana’s long-standing sentinel is currently standing dark. The light in the Little Point Sable Lighthouse has gone out, and it might be due to a burned out bulb. The outage is not due to federal government sequesters requiring that the power be… Read more »
On Tuesday, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) will hold a town hall meeting with constituents at Bayberry Farms Village in Wyoming. This will be the Congressman's first town hall in the recently redrawn Second District. Congressman Huizenga will give brief opening remarks and then open the floor for questions from the community. Tuesday's meeting is open to both the public as well as… Read more »
Flight Delays as Political Strategy
The FAA furloughs traffic controllers rather than cut other spending.
The Wall Street Journal - Editorial
April 23, 2013
President Obama's sequester scare strategy has been a political flop, but his government keeps trying. The latest gambit is to force airline flight delays until enough travellers stuck on tarmacs browbeat enough… Read more »
Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) visited the Kentwood Community Center and participated in relief efforts with Red Cross volunteers and staff members to help those impacted by flooding along the Lakeshore and in the Greater Grand Rapids Area:
"In times of need, the American Red Cross and the Salvation Army are vital lifelines for the community," said Huizenga. "These volunteer… Read more »
Huizenga introduces legislation to aid seniors
Mason County Press
April 18, 2013
Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) released the following statement after introducing the Health Freedom for Seniors Act, legislation allowing seniors to roll the required minimum distribution from their retirement accounts directly into a health savings account tax free.
“Currently, those who reach… Read more »
Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) released the following statement after introducing the Health Freedom for Seniors Act, legislation allowing seniors to roll the required minimum distribution from their retirement accounts directly into a health savings account tax free:
"Currently, those who reach age 70 and one-half must begin taking a 'required minimum distribution' from their… Read more »
Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) received the "Spirit of Enterprise" Award from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. This prestigious award is presented annually to members of Congress based on their support of pro-growth policies that boost job creation, create an environment conducive to economic growth, and make American companies large and small more competitive across the… Read more »
