Bergman: SBA Disaster Loan Centers Remain Open

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Rep. Jack Bergman reminds constituents that SBA Disaster Loan Outreach Centers are still open in Emmet and Cheboygan Counties. Homeowners, renters, businesses, and non-profit organizations affected by the ice storm in Cheboygan, Charlevoix, Emmet, Mackinac, Montmorency, Otsego and Presque Isle Counties may apply for a low-interest disaster loan for their uncompensated physical…

Bergman, McDonald Rivet Introduce Bill to Improve PFAS Cleanup Around Military Facilities

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Reps. Jack Bergman (MI-01) and Kristen McDonald Rivet (MI-08) introduced the bipartisan Military PFAS Transparency Act to shine a light on PFAS cleanup efforts by the Department of Defense (DoD), and get more answers for over 600 communities across the country that have been contaminated by “forever chemicals.” “Our government owes the communities and people affected by…

Entire Michigan Congressional Delegation Calls on President Trump to Approve Disaster Declaration

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Today, Rep. Jack Bergman - alongside Senators Slotkin and Peters and Reps. Barrett, Dingell, Huizenga, James, McClain, McDonald-Rivet, Moolenaar, Scholten, Stevens, Thanedar, Tlaib, and Walberg - sent a bipartisan letter to President Donald J. Trump, urging him in the strongest possible terms to approve Governor Whitmer’s May 16 request for a Major Disaster Declaration. The Members…

Bergman Fights to Keep Ski and Snowboard Hall of Fame in Ishpeming

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This week, Rep. Jack Bergman sent a letter to the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) and the Michigan Arts and Culture Council (MACC) admonishing them for their decision to disqualify the National Ski and Snowboard Hall of Fame and Museum in Ishpeming from receiving critical grant funding from the state of Michigan. The National Ski and Snowboard Hall of Fame and…

Bergman, USDA Official Announce Disaster Relief for Michigan Farmers and Forest Landowners

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On Saturday, U.S. Representative Jack Bergman joined Michigan USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) Director Joel Johnson to meet with maple syrup producers and announce critical federal relief for farmers and forest landowners impacted by the late March ice storm. Speaking with local producers, Rep. Bergman and Director Johnson confirmed that assistance through the Emergency…

Bergman Votes in Support of Budget, No Tax on Tips & Overtime Pay, Historic Investment in Defense & Border Security

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This morning, Rep. Jack Bergman voted in support of H.R. 1, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. This landmark legislation fulfills the clear mandate voters gave to President Trump, Rep. Bergman, and the Republican Party last November: deliver bold, conservative solutions for the American people. This bill delivers on many of Rep. Bergman's key promises to his…

Bergman Supports Whitmer’s Request for Presidential Disaster Declaration Following Devastating March Ice Storm

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This week, Rep. Jack Bergman expressed his full support for Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s request for a Presidential Major Disaster Declaration in response to the devastating ice storm that struck Northern Michigan and the Upper Peninsula in March. In a letter to President Donald J. Trump, Rep. Jack Bergman urged the President to swiftly approve the disaster declaration to provide…

Bergman to VA Secretary Collins: Let’s Prioritize Innovation and Access in Veterans’ Care

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Yesterday, at a House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs hearing, Rep. Jack Bergman (R-MI) spoke with Secretary of Veterans Affairs Doug Collins to underscore the importance of the Department’s ongoing research into psychedelic-assisted breakthrough therapies for Veterans living with service-connected conditions like post-traumatic stress disorder. As co-chair of the Psychedelics…

Bergman Reintroduces School Resource Officer Funding Protection Act

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Today, in recognition of National Police Week 2025, Rep. Jack Bergman (R-MI) reintroduced the School Resource Officer (SRO) Funding Protection Act—legislation designed to shield school safety programs from sudden state budget cuts and ensure continued support for law enforcement officers serving in schools. The bill was originally prompted by Governor Gretchen Whitmer's FY 2025…

Bergman Introduces Bipartisan Resolution to Strengthen U.S.-Israel Defense Partnership

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On Wednesday, Rep. Jack Bergman (MI-01), joined by Reps. Davis (NC-01), Golden (ME-02), and Goldman (TX-12), introduced a resolution reaffirming the United States' steadfast commitment to Israel and calling for expanded U.S.-Israel defense cooperation in the face of evolving global threats. The resolution emphasizes the deep strategic alliance between the two nations, citing…