Press Releases

Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga released the following statement regarding the Environmental Protection Agency's new 5-year action plan for the Great Lakes. “The Great Lakes Restoration Initiative has played an important and critical role in preserving and protecting the Great Lakes,” said Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02), Co-Chair of the House Great Lakes Task Force. “The… Read more »

On Friday, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) sent a letter, with 16 of his Republican colleagues, to Secretary of State Mike Pompeo regarding the need for the United States to continue to open its doors to refugees displaced by conflict and facing religious persecution. The letter is in response to the Trump Administration recently announcing its plan to reduce the number of refugees… Read more »

Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga, Co-Chair of the Great Lakes Task Force, released the following statement after the EPA announced a $6.6 million Great Lakes Restoration Initiative Project will be launched to clean up the Ryerson Creek. The Ryerson Creek Outfall is a 12 acre site located on the shores of Muskegon Lake that is contaminated with petroleum, metals, and polycyclic aromatic… Read more »

Yesterday, Congressman Bill Huizenga presented Jenison High School senior, Tej Kothari, with the Congressional Award Bronze Medal. The Congressional Award is the highest honor Congress can bestow upon young people across the nation. In order to be considered and recognized for a Congressional Award, a student must meet goals and objectives in four key areas: voluntary public service,… Read more »

On Friday, Congressman Bill Huizenga, Co-Chair of the Great Lakes Task Force, will be the keynote speaker at the 6th annual Science in Action Symposium at Central Michigan University. The symposium will focus on the success of the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative (GLRI) as well as renewed efforts by Congress to continue to fund the initiative. The event is being hosted by Central… Read more »

Each month, Congressman Huizenga's staff will be traveling across West Michigan to assist constituents who have questions or need assistance with a federal agency. These mobile office hours present constituents throughout the Second District with an opportunity to meet and discuss issues with a member of Congressman Huizenga's staff in a personalized setting.  Below are the times… Read more »

On Wednesday, October 2nd Congressman Bill Huizenga will be meeting with constituents at his Grand Haven Office from 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM. These office hours will be hosted in a small group setting where constituents can discuss issues they are having with a federal agency, concerns over federal policy, and share their thoughts on prospective legislation.  The meetings will be… Read more »

Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) spoke about the launch of the Upward Academy at Tyson’s processing facility in Zeeland. This is the 50th launch of the workforce training program across the nation. The program will help employees move past entry level positions by equipping them with additional skills to advance their career. Congressman Huizenga’s remarks and video of his speech… Read more »

Tonight, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) released the following statement after Speaker Nancy Pelosi announced the beginning of a formal impeachment inquiry. “I believe the IG report should be made available to both the House and Senate Intelligence Committees and I look forward to reviewing the transcript of President Trump’s call with the President of Ukraine,” said Congressman… Read more »

Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02), spoke on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives to mark the village of Spring Lake’s 150th Anniversary. Video of Congressman Huizenga’s speech as well as a copy of his remarks are available below.    Congressman Bill Huizenga Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the village of Spring Lake and its 150th… Read more »