Senator Mark Huizenga's Press Releases

LANSING, Mich. — Sen. Mark Huizenga has turned in legislation to restore nearly $302 million in school safety and student mental health care funding that was cut in the recently signed state budget. “The safety at our schools remains a huge concern for many parents in West Michigan and throughout our state, and various factors — from social media to COVID-19 school shutdowns — have led

LANSING, Mich. — Sen. Mark Huizenga is encouraging residents of Kent and Ottawa counties to participate in a nature walk along the Grand River on Monday, Sept. 16 with officials from various state agencies and Grand Valley State University. “This is a fantastic opportunity for GVSU students and community members to explore the diverse wildlife and vibrant plant life along the Grand River while learning about

LANSING, Mich. — Sen. Mark Huizenga on Monday said he’s working on legislation to restore nearly $302 million in school safety and student mental health care funding that was cut in the newly signed state budget. “Michigan has been facing a growing mental health crisis among our children for years and the situation was exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic,” said Huizenga, R-Walker. “From social media to

LANSING, Mich. — Sen. Mark Huizenga, R-Walker, has announced that he will conduct in-district office hours to meet with the public at three locations in July. Huizenga will be available to meet with constituents on Monday, July 15, at the following times and locations: 1 to 2 p.m. at Haggerty’s, 1600 E. Beltline Ave. NE in Grand Rapids Township. 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. at Grand Coney,

LANSING, Mich. — Sen. Mark Huizenga on Thursday voted against a fiscal year 2025 budget plan that relies on taking $670 million out of the state’s teacher retirement fund and increasing personal income taxes by $700 million. “West Michigan families and workers need a state spending plan that puts their tax dollars to effective use solving problems.” said Huizenga, R-Walker. “This fiscally irresponsible budget fails our

LANSING, Mich. — Sen. Mark Huizenga, R-Walker, has announced that he will conduct in-district office hours to meet with the public at three locations this month. Huizenga will be available to meet with constituents at the following dates, times and locations: Monday, June 17, from noon to 1 p.m. at Burger, 5181 Northland Drive NE in Plainfield Township. Monday, June 24, from 11 a.m. to noon