Jack Bergman
U.S. Representative · MI-1 · Republican
Statements and posts
101 press releases, floor remarks and posts since Jan 3, 2025.
Activity, last 12 weeks
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Bergman, Van Drew, Davis, Golden introduce SMILE for Veterans Act
Introduced bipartisan bill to reimburse dental providers for rural veterans care.
“For too many Veterans in rural communities, basic dental care is either too far away or simply out of reach”
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Michigan Republicans: Canada's Apologies Won't Clear Michigan's Skies
Demanded Canadian government take immediate action on cross-border wildfire smoke affecting Michigan.
“We write today as members of Michigan's congressional delegation to raise our voices on an issue that has already drawn letters from our colleagues in past years: wildfire smoke drifting across the border from Canada into our communities. Additionally, last year, Reps.”
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ICYMI: President Donald J. Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Michigan
Announced federal disaster declaration approval for Michigan storm and flooding recovery across 27 counties.
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Bergman, Thompson, Steube, Vargas Introduce Bill to Extend Benefits Timeline for Military Survivors
Bergman introduced GRACE Act extending military survivor benefits decision timeline.
“When a servicemember makes the ultimate sacrifice, their family deserves our unwavering support - not unnecessary bureaucratic deadlines. Military families should have the time and flexibility to make important financial decisions without added pressure during one of the most difficult moments of their lives.”
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Bergman Duty Status Legislation Gains Momentum with Senate Introduction
Announced Senate introduction of bipartisan Duty Status Reform Act for National Guard.
“Michigan’s National Guard members are among the most dedicated servicemembers in the country, and they deserve a system that works as hard as they do”
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Bergman Votes to Condemn Fraudsters Stealing from the Government
Voted for resolution condemning fraud against federal programs and strengthening accountability.
“Every dollar lost to fraud is a dollar taken from hardworking taxpayers and the Americans these programs are meant to serve”
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Bergman's PLOW Storms Act Prioritizes Public Safety Over Burdensome Federal Regulations
Introduced bill to exempt snowplows from federal diesel emissions regulations during winter storms.
“For communities across the First District, snowplows are not optional - they are lifesaving equipment”
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Praised VA record-setting suicide prevention progress and secured historic appropriations funding.
“These numbers represent real lives being reached and real progress in the fight to end Veteran suicide, but we know the mission is far from over, and we must continue to match progress with resources. This is exactly how the process should work.”
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Bergman, Correa Lead Letter Urging FDA to Expedite Review of Breakthrough Mental Health Therapies
Led letter urging FDA to expedite review of psychedelic-assisted mental health therapies.
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Bergman: America Must Rebuild Readiness by Maintaining the Force We Already Own
Criticized declining military readiness trends and called for focus on maintenance over procurement.
“I think that we can all agree that the declining readiness trends are unacceptable”
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Provided update on spring flooding across Michigan's First District and clarified federal disaster assistance procedures.
“Even if people are not currently in a flooded area, conditions can change rapidly. Residents are encouraged to monitor health and safety alerts issued by their local media and local emergency response agencies as flooding can quickly create dangerous conditions”
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Announced FEMA amended disaster declaration for March 2025 ice storm, opening additional funding.
“I'm grateful that President Trump corrected FEMA’s initial decision to deny key categories in the disaster declaration and ensured Northern Michigan was not left hanging out to dry”
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Introduced bipartisan bill to review federal mental health programs for servicemembers and veterans.
“I’ve seen firsthand how the transition from active duty to civilian life can be one of the most vulnerable periods in a servicemember’s career. We owe our men and women in uniform more than gratitude - we owe them accountability and results”
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Introduced bipartisan bill to strengthen forest health and wildfire resilience through reforestation support.
“Healthy forests are an irreplaceable piece of our rural communities, our economy, and our environment”
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Bergman, Budzinski, Pappas Lead Letter Demanding USPS Reverse Postmark Rule
Led letter demanding USPS reverse postmark policy change affecting mail dating accuracy.
“This change is likely to have a disproportionate impact on rural Americans who do not always have easy access to a post office where they can request a same-day postmark, an issue that has been exacerbated by the Regional Transportation Optimization plan.”
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Michigan Republican Delegation Demands Answers from Secretary Benson on Election Integrity
Sent letter demanding answers from Michigan Secretary of State on noncitizen voter registration.
“While you admit you are aware of instances of non-citizen voting you continued to erode public confidence by refusing to comply with a lawful request by the Department of Justice to provide them Michigan’s voter registration data to ensure that Michigan’s voter rolls are being properly maintained”
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Bergman, Budzinski Introduce Legislation to Make Gerald's Law Permanent
Introduced legislation to permanently extend burial benefits for veterans who received VA hospice care at home.
“Veterans should not be penalized for choosing to spend their final days at home, surrounded by loved ones. Forcing families to forfeit earned burial benefits is unacceptable, and what happened to Jerry must never happen again.”
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Bergman's Postal Service Priorities Pass House
Secured bipartisan language protecting rural mail service in FY2026 appropriations bill.
“For many families in Northern Michigan and the Upper Peninsula, reliable mail service isn’t a convenience - it’s a necessity. Seniors depend on the mail for prescriptions, workers rely on it for paychecks and important documents, and small businesses count on it to reach their customers.”
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Bergman Cosponsors Legislation to Ban Stock Trading by Members of Congress
Cosponsored legislation prohibiting Members of Congress from trading individual stocks.
“The American people work hard for every dollar they earn, and they are right to be angry when politicians use insider information to trade stocks and game the system.”
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Secured $6.8 million in community project funding for public safety and water infrastructure across Michigan's First District.
“These projects are about meeting real needs in our communities”
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Introduced bipartisan bill to expand innovative care for veterans with traumatic brain injury.
“The men and women who served our country deserve access to the best care available, especially when it comes to invisible injuries like traumatic brain injury”
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Introduced bipartisan bill to expand VA access to innovative treatments for veterans with spinal cord injuries.
“Veterans with spinal cord injuries have already overcome challenges most Americans will never face - the least we can do is ensure the VA is keeping pace with modern medicine”
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House Passes Bergman-Backed Bill to Delist Gray Wolf
Applauded House passage of bill delisting gray wolf from Endangered Species Act and returning management to states.
“For folks in the Upper Peninsula, this issue is not theoretical - it is part of everyday life”
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Bergman, Dingell Reintroduce Bipartisan Legislation to Permanently Extend Telehealth Flexibilities
Reintroduced bipartisan bill to permanently extend telehealth flexibilities from COVID-19 pandemic.
“One of the few positive lessons learned from the COVID pandemic was just how impactful telehealth can be – especially for rural and remote communities”
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Bergman, Michigan Republicans Appeal Ice Storm Funding Directly to President Trump
Sent letter to President Trump requesting FEMA overturn denial of ice storm disaster funding.
“Without additional federal support and assistance, the remaining unmet costs will inevitably fall on individual households and families across Northern Michigan and the Upper Peninsula – those least equipped to absorb these costs.”
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