Press Releases

  “Today’s release of the House’s tax reform plan is great news for all hard-working Americans. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act provides much needed tax relief for the First District’ssmall businesses and families. Eliminating special interest loopholes, increasing the standard deduction, and establishing an expanded Child Tax Credit… Read more »

“I’m pleased that the House passed the Resilient Federal Forests Act today. For too long bureaucratic overreach has stifled proper forestry on federal lands, with devastating results to our environment. Our nation’s federal lands are home to some of our most important natural resources, and without a competent management plan in place, diseases, pests, and… Read more »

“I believe in the vision laid out by House Republicans in our FY18 Budget - deficit reduction, Obamacare repeal, and federal program reforms. I came to DC to make difficult choices now, so that future generations can be better off later. Part of that future is bringing tax relief to hardworking Michiganders in the First District, which is why I voted for the budget brought to the House… Read more »

Congressman Jack Bergman will be hosting the following fall community engagement event in Traverse City. 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 prohibited within the event. Photo ID… Read more »

“The National Defense Authorization Act is essential to the security and defense of the United States and our allies. As a member of the House Budget Committee and a retired Marine, the importance of our national defense is not lost on me. I am honored to represent the House Budget Committee and Michigan’s First District during these negotiations.  I look forward to working with my… Read more »

Congressman Jack Bergman will be hosting the following fall community engagement events next week. 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 prohibited within the events.… Read more »

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 »