115th Congress

"Speaker Ryan has been an outstanding leader for our country in Congress. In 2015, he answered the call of service to take on the incredibly difficult job of Speaker. Since then, he has increased funding for our veterans and our military, and led the fight for historic tax reform with lower rates and a $2,000 child tax credit that helps hardworking Michigan families. I wish Speaker Ryan and his family all the best."

"Today’s bipartisan legislation delivers for Michigan with funding to protect the Great Lakes, increased funding for national security, support for those on the frontlines against the opioid crisis, and opportunities for Michigan communities to apply for rural broadband funding. It also has funding to care for our veterans and to find cures in the fight against cancer and Alzehmier's. Finally, this legislation increases funding for roads and bridges and does more to secure our country's borders."

"Through my work on the Appropriations Committee, I have been working hard to make sure today’s legislation benefits the priorities of Michigan residents. Today’s bipartisan agreement delivers for our state with vital funding to protect the Great Lakes so they can be enjoyed for generations to come.”

“Funding for the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative supports vital work to protect the Great Lakes and the rivers, lakes and wetlands that flow into them. I welcome the bipartisan support of my colleagues for this critical funding and I will be working to fund this Michigan priority in the 2019 budget.”

"Today's legislation gives states and local school districts the resources and flexibility to implement measures they believe will work best to create a safe learning environment for students and teachers."

"It's truly shameful that there are people who would target veterans and steal their VA benefits. This legislation will ensure that those who steal from our veterans will face justice for their actions."