Tim Walberg
U.S. Representative · MI-5 · Republican · Chair, Education and Workforce
Statements and posts
183 press releases, floor remarks and posts since Jan 3, 2025.
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All 183 statements
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Walberg Honors Jackson County Veteran
Honored Jackson County veteran Harvey Lake as October Veteran of the Month.
“It is my privilege to recognize Harvey Lake of Jackson as the Veteran of the Month for October”
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Walberg’s Bipartisan Bill to Combat Human Trafficking Signed into Law
Signed into law bipartisan bill strengthening Department of Labor's human trafficking detection capabilities.
“Today, we took a collective step forward in addressing the scourge of human trafficking”
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Walberg Invites Constituents to Participate in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
Encouraged constituents to participate in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day.
“Addiction continues to fuel a nationwide crisis, devastating families and overwhelming communities”
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Walberg Signs VP's Pledge to Protect Americans from Fraud
Signed VP's pledge to combat fraud in federal programs.
“Each year, fraudsters steal billions of dollars from hardworking Americans and taxpayer-funded programs”
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Honoring the Service of Harvey Lake
Mr. Speaker, it is my privilege to recognize Harvey Lake of Jackson as the Veteran of the Month for October and honor him for his service on behalf of a grateful Nation. Harvey was drafted into the United States Army in 1972, answering the call to serve his country during a pivotal time in our…
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Walberg Welcomes EPA Regional Administrator to Berrien County
Hosted EPA Regional Administrator to discuss Great Lakes restoration and brownfield cleanup.
“It was an honor to host Regional Administrator Vogel to highlight our shared commitment to protecting the Great Lakes and discuss the importance of strategic investments to create healthier, revitalized communities”
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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”
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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.”
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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.”
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Mr. Speaker, I rise today in strong support of S. 2403, the Retire through Ownership Act. An employee stock ownership plan, or ESOP, is a retirement savings plan that allows employees to build wealth by owning shares in the company they work for. ESOPs often supplement, rather than replace, other…
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Cost Estimate of H.R. 2571, Self-insurance Protection Act
Mr. Speaker, I include in the Record the following cost estimate for H.R. 2571, Self-Insurance Protection Act, prepared by the Congressional Budget Office, which was not made available to the Committee on Education and Workforce at the time of the filing of the legislative report. H.R. 2571,…
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Ending Predator Access to Union Power Act
Mr. Speaker, I rise today in strong support of H.R. 8775, Ending Predator Access to Union Power Act. This bill has an important and concerning background. It came about after reports that a local of the Service Employees International Union, or SEIU, hired a convicted child sex offender as a…
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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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Mr. Speaker, I rise today in strong support of H.R. 9723, the Fit Future Act, because a strong country starts with strong kids. Not only is fitness important for maintaining a healthy lifestyle, but it is also critical to child development. Kids today are facing a growing crisis. Only 20 percent of…
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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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Science of Reading Act of 2026
Mr. Speaker, I rise today in strong support of H.R. 7890, the Science of Reading Act of 2026. Mr. Speaker, I could stand here and rattle off test score after test score and study after study, but I will spare us the time and give you the gist: Our children's literacy rates are plummeting. How did…
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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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Honoring the Life and Service of Turner Korotzer
Mr Speaker, I rise to recognize Turner Korotzer of Hillsdale as the Veteran of the Month for September, and honor him for his sacrifice and service on behalf of a grateful Nation. Turner enlisted in the United States Marine Corps in 2015, serving proudly as a Network Administrator with the…
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Protect Economic and Academic Freedom Act of 2026
Mr. Speaker, I rise today in strong support of H.R. 4795, Protect Economic and Academic Freedom Act. In recent years, we have seen campaigns to boycott Israel spread across American campuses. These campaigns have pressured colleges and universities to cut financial, commercial, and academic ties…
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Protecting Domestic Mining Act of 2025
Mr. Speaker, I rise today in strong support of H.R. 1501, the Protecting Domestic Mining Act, to strengthen America's security, unlock economic investment, and support thousands of hardworking men and women. As chairman of the Education and Workforce Committee, I held a field hearing in Indiana…
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Walberg Votes to Keep the Government Open and Prevent Another Democrat Shutdown
Voted for continuing resolution to fund government through December 11, 2026.
“Senate Democrats have refused to advance a single fiscal year 2027 appropriations bill, abandoning regular order and jeopardizing the funding process”
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Walberg Votes to Condemn the Horrors of Socialism
Voted for resolution condemning socialism and Democratic Socialists of America.
“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”
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Subcommittee Advances Walberg's Legislation to Accelerate Broadband Deployment
Subcommittee advanced bipartisan broadband deployment legislation he introduced.
“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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Mr. Speaker, I thank my friend for yielding. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in strong support of H. Res. 1490 to condemn socialism and the dangerous policies being pushed by the Democratic Socialists of America, and, sadly, by my Democrat colleagues on the other side of the aisle. The United States,…
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