Press Releases

Walberg Votes to Keep Promises to Our Seniors

June 23, 2015

Washington, D.C. – Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-07) voted today for the Protecting Seniors' Access to Medicare Act, which repeals the Independent Payment Advisory Board (IPAB) established under President Obama's health care law. The IPAB was created to consist of 15 members with sweeping powers to cut Medicare spending without any input from Congress.

Issues:Social Security

Walberg, Murkowski Introduce Legislation to Strengthen Protections for Pregnant Women

June 17, 2015

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Walberg: Iran Must Release American Prisoners Now

June 15, 2015

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Washington, D.C. – Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-07) released the following statement after voting for a bipartisan resolution introduced by Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-05) calling for the release of Americans who are imprisoned in Iran, including former Marine Amir Hekmati from Flint, Pastor Saeed Abedini, journalist Jason Rezaian, and Robert Levinson.

Issues:Foreign Affairs

Walberg Statement on Trade Promotion Authority

June 12, 2015

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Washington, DC – Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-07) released the following statement regarding his vote on Trade Promotion Authority (TPA), which establishes the guidelines for Congress and the President for negotiating future trade agreements. In Michigan, more than 1.2 million jobs are dependent on American trade.

House-Passed Defense Bill Includes Walberg Amendments

June 11, 2015

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Washington, D.C. – Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-07) voted today for the FY16 Department of Defense Appropriations Act which funds critical national security needs, military operations to combat ISIS and other threats, and a 2.3% pay raise and other health and safety programs for our troops and their families. The legislation also included two amendments offered by Walberg to help ensure an appropriate use of American taxpayer dollars in Afghanistan and to protect hospitals that administer TRICARE from government overreach.

Issues:Defense and National Security

Walberg Announces 2015 Service Academy Appointments

May 29, 2015

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Jackson, MI--Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-07) is pleased to announce the appointments of five students from Michigan's 7th District to U.S. Service Academies.

"These students have shown incredible dedication and work ethic to receive an appointment to our nation's top military academies. I congratulate them on this prestigious achievement and I'm confident they will continue to make their families and communities proud in service of our country," said Walberg.

West Point
Sean Kirchner of Newport – Jefferson High School

Walberg Invites Job Seekers to Attend Job Fair in Jackson

May 28, 2015

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Jackson, MI—Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-07) will be holding a Job Fair in Jackson on Tuesday, June 9 to help connect job seekers with employment opportunities. Employers from across Michigan's 7th District will be on hand to accept resumes and talk about available job openings. More than 30 local employers are already scheduled to attend, with more expected to confirm their participation in the coming days.

"Creating long-term job growth in Michigan is my top priority in Congress and I hope this Job Fair will assist people in finding work," said Walberg.

Walberg Backs Bill Boosting American Research and Innovation

May 20, 2015

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Washington, D.C. – Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-07) released the following statement after voting for the American Research and Competitiveness Act, which brings more certainty to the tax code by modernizing and making permanent the now-temporary Research and Development Tax Credit.

Issues:Jobs and EconomyTaxes & Spending

Walberg Votes for Bipartisan Transportation Bill

May 19, 2015

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Washington, D.C. – Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-07) released the following statement after voting for the Highway and Transportation Funding Act, which extends the expenditure authority of the Highway Trust Fund through July 31, 2015.

Issues:Local Issues

Walberg Continues Commitment to Combat Human Trafficking

May 19, 2015

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Washington, D.C. – Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-07) released the following statement after voting for the bipartisan Justice for Victims of Trafficking Act, which boosts resources for victims and strengthens law enforcement tools for prosecuting human trafficking. The legislation passed the Senate by a vote of 99-0 on April 22 and now heads to President Obama's desk.

Issues:Michigan Values