Press Releases

Today, the House voted to pass the Building a Better America Budget, for FY2018. I ran on a platform of getting Washington’s spending under control and the government off the back of the hardworking people of Michigan’s First District. By balancing the budget, cutting spending, and opening the door for tax reform, this budget is key to getting Washington D.C. back in order. Without a… Read more »

Today, the House passed H.R. 36, the Pain Capable Unborn Child Protection Act. I was proud to co-sponsor this bill which prohibits abortions on unborn babies 20 weeks or older. Medical evidence has overwhelmingly proven that an unborn child can feel pain by at least this point in the womb. H.R.36 is a great step towards protecting the… Read more »

The events that unfolded last night in Las Vegas are sickening and tragic. Cindy and I send our most heartfelt thoughts and prayers to all who were injured and to all of the families who lost a loved one. The bravery of the first responders and law enforcement officers in Las Vegas should not go without notice. Thank you to those who remained calm and worked to save their fellow… Read more »

“It’s been over 30 years since our tax code has undergone comprehensive reform. We, the people, are overdue for tax relief. The framework laid out today by the Republican Congress and President Trump is a great first step towards achieving relevant tax reform. This proposal gives working individuals and families in Michigan’s First District a simpler tax code that allows them to keep more… Read more »

Congressman Jack Bergman will be hosting the first of several upcoming fall community engagement events this weekend in Petoskey. All constituents from the 1st District of Michigan are invited to participate in an open dialogue with the Congressman to discuss a broad range of topics. All press is asked to RSVP to James.Hogge@mail.house.gov. Signs and banners will be… Read more »

“As a member of the Natural Resources Committee, I know the importance of conserving our federal lands, while ensuring proper and appropriate usage and access for all Americans. Defending sportsmen from burdensome federal regulations, protecting sportsmen’s 2nd Amendment rights, opening more federal land to hunting and fishing, and turning authority back… Read more »

“Today I voted in favor of H.R. 601. In addition to essential hurricane relief for our suffering communities, Congress now has more time to work together on a spending bill which includes the conservative principles President Trump and I were elected to preserve. I applaud my colleagues for coming together in a bipartisan manner to make the right decision for Michigan’s First District and… Read more »

“The Constitution is clear; Congress has the authority to create legislation, not the executive branch. The Obama Administration exceeded its constitutional authority by unilaterally imposing DACA, and the Trump Administration is correct in asking Congress to address this issue. The United States can remain a welcoming nation without sacrificing our national security or the rule of law.… Read more »

“Service Academy nomination applications are currently being accepted from students between the ages of 17-22 in Michigan’s First Congressional District. Applicants who are interested in attending one of our Nation’s prestigious Service Academies have until October 31st to submit an application. Students seeking nomination must meet the admission criteria set forth by the individual… Read more »

“Access to healthcare is a challenge many of our rural Veterans face, and tele-health is an important tool in the effort to increase access for current and future Veterans. The VA has an opportunity to be ahead of the curve on tele-health delivery, and places like Michigan’s 1st District and New Hampshire’s 2nd District are examples of areas in real need for this technology and access. It… Read more »