Statements and posts
11 press releases and posts, newest first.
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Walberg Honors Hillsdale County Veteran
Honored Hillsdale County Marine Corps veteran Turner Korotzer as September Veteran of the Month.
“It is a privilege to honor Turner as the Veteran of the Month for September.”
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Introduced bipartisan bill to designate Great Lakes Commission as official regional partnership within NOAA.
“As the largest freshwater system in the world, the Great Lakes are central to Michigan’s economy, identity, and long‑term prosperity.”
Regional Great Lakes Partnership ActEnvironmental ProtectionAI-read
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Walberg, Smith, Owens, and Cassidy Lead Bicameral Effort to Expand Educational Opportunities
Introduced bicameral package expanding educational opportunities through federal scholarship tax credit.
“Last year, Republicans' Working Families Tax Cuts became law, delivering the largest expansion of school choice in history. I support giving every family the opportunity to benefit, providing parents with greater flexibility to choose the educational environment that best supports their child’s needs. All children…”
EducationAI-read
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Walberg's Legislation to Bridge the Digital Divide Advanced by Energy and Commerce Committee
Advanced bipartisan legislation to accelerate broadband deployment and bridge the digital divide.
“We cannot let Michigan's rural communities get left behind in today's digital age due to fragmented and overlapping broadband deployment efforts.”
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Walberg Votes to Strengthen Oversight and Crack Down on Fraud
Voted for two bills to strengthen federal oversight and crack down on fraud in taxpayer programs.
“As Chair of the Education and Workforce Committee, I helped usher multiple bills through the House earlier this year to strengthen oversight and institute safeguards against fraud in federal student aid and child care programs. These bills would build upon these efforts to further identify and crack down on fraud and…”
National Fraud Enforcement Division ActFraud EnforcementAI-read
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Walberg-Backed Ratepayer Protection Act Passes House
Voted to pass legislation requiring data centers to pay their own infrastructure costs.
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Committee Advances Walberg's Legislation to Protect Great Lakes Fisheries
Advanced legislation to manage cormorant populations and protect Great Lakes fisheries.
“The Great Lakes fisheries are vital to Michigan’s economy and environment, offering recreational opportunities for families and supporting local jobs and tourism.”
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Walberg Votes to Keep the Government Open and Prevent Another Democrat Shutdown
Today, Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-05) voted in favor of, and the House passed, the Senate Amendment to H.R. 6500, the Continuing Appropriations Act of 2027.
“Senate Democrats have refused to advance a single fiscal year 2027 appropriations bill, abandoning regular order and jeopardizing the funding process.”
Mentions H.R. 6500 · voted Yea Sep 1, 2026, roll 646
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Walberg Votes to Condemn the Horrors of Socialism
Today, Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-05) voted in favor of H.Res.1490, a resolution he cosponsored to condemn socialism in all its forms and the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA).
“Over the past few years, Michigan and the United States as a whole have seen a concerning rise in support for the destructive policies of socialism and leaders who seek to replace freedom with government control.”
Mentions H.Res. 1490 · voted Yea Sep 1, 2026, roll 649
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Subcommittee Advances Walberg's Legislation to Accelerate Broadband Deployment
Today, the House Committee on Energy and Commerce's Subcommittee on Communications and Technology advanced the Proper Leadership to Align Networks (PLAN) for Broadband Act.
“As co-chair of the Congressional Rural Broadband Caucus, I understand how current gaps in broadband coverage affect opportunities for families, students, and small businesses.”
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Walberg Honors Calhoun County Veteran
Today, the office of Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-05) recognized Samuel "Sam" Dougherty of East Leroy as the Veteran of the Month for August at the Calhoun County Fair.
“I am honored to recognize Sam Dougherty whose continued service and dedication to serving others represents the best of our armed forces.”