Press Releases

USDA Rural Development has taken a number of immediate actions to help rural residents, businesses and communities affected by the COVID-19 outbreak. Rural Development will keep customers, partners, and stakeholders continuously updated as more actions are taken to better serve rural America.    OPPORTUNITIES FOR IMMEDIATE RELIEF  Rural Housing Service Single-Family… Read more »

Beginning today, the Governor has issued a "Stay Home, Stay Safe" order. This means all businesses that are considered "non-essential" are being told to close, and residents are being told to stay at home. Recently, the Department of Homeland Security identified "essential critical infrastructure and services." If you have questions as to whether your business falls into one of these… Read more »

Today, Rep. Jack Bergman announced new legislation to protect Seniors’ retirement accounts as COVID-19 continues to drag down the stock market. Under current law, Seniors age 72 and older must take required minimum distributions (RMDs) out of their traditional IRAs and other tax-deferred retirement savings plans.  Seniors face a 50 percent tax penalty on the required withdrawal… Read more »

Friend, My colleagues over on the House Ways and Means Committee have put together a very informative "frequently asked questions" list regarding the federal government response to Coronavirus. I wanted to take a minute and share that with you, and help answer questions many may have. It covers a lot of information from seniors to small businesses - so I hope this is of some… Read more »

Congressman Jack Bergman, along with twelve other Members of Michigan's Congressional delegation signed a letter to the U.S. Small Business Administration's Administrator, Jovita Carranza in support of the State of Michigan’s request for an Economic Injury Disaster declaration from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA).  The full letter can be found below,… Read more »

Friends, Small business is the lifeblood of the First District. Having run a small business, I fully understand the strain this moment in time will have on our businesses that operate within small margins.  Yesterday, Governor Whitmer requested the U.S. Small Business Administration to issue an Economic Injury Disaster declaration for the state. I have voiced my support for… Read more »

With reports yesterday of confirmed Coronavirus cases in Otsego and Grand Traverse Counties, we know we must prepare, and take this illness seriously. Michigan's First District is home to over 50,000 of our nation's Veterans. As a Veteran and member of the House Committee on Veterans Affairs, I'm working to do my part to help ensure those who are serving and those who have served are… Read more »

President Trump is Expanding Telehealth Access In Response to Coronavirus The Administration has announced it is expanding telehealth access for Medicare patients to help protect America’s seniors and high-risk individuals. The President is directing the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to expand telehealth access for Medicare beneficiaries. Prior to this,… Read more »

Friends, We are in trying times in America and around the globe. It's important for all of us to stay informed of the situation and to remain calm and prepared. I'm committed to ensuring everyone has the most up to date and accurate information available as we navigate these times together. If you have questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to any of our… Read more »

Congressman Bergman issued the following release after the House agreed to a bipartisan legislative package to further fund and prepare our communities for the Coronavirus: "In times of hardship and crisis, leaders must work together for the common good of the American people. My staff and I are continuing our proactive approach and have been in discussions with Governor Whitmer, all… Read more »