Us Representative Tim Walberg (mi-7)
Recent News About Us Representative Tim Walberg (mi-7)
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Walberg Grills Columbia President over Lack of Repercussions for Antisemitism
Washington, D.C. -- Today, Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-05) pressed Columbia President Minouche Shafik about Professor Joseph Massad's controversial statements regarding the October 7 terrorist attack. Massad's remarks, where he described the slaughter of nearly 1200 Jews in positive terms, have sparked outrage. This is not the first time Professor Massad has been involved in such controversies. In 2005, an investigation by Columbia corroborated allegations that Massad had told a Jewish student to "get out of my classroom" after questioning his views.During the exchange,...
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Walberg Demands Answers on Tutor.com's Ties to the CCP
Washington, D.C. -- Today, U.S. Representative Tim Walberg (MI-05) has taken a stand regarding the national security and child privacy concerns surrounding Tutor.com, an online tutoring platform widely used in school districts across the United States. In a letter addressed to Secretary Cardona, Walberg, along with twelve colleagues, raised questions about Tutor.com's ties to the Chinese government and its potential risks to sensitive information.The lawmakers expressed their worries in the letter, stating, “Tutor.com collects sensitive data on its users and tutors,...
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Walberg, Castor Introduce Comprehensive Children's Privacy Bill
Reps. Tim Walberg (R-MI) and Kathy Castor (D-FL) have introduced the Children and Teens’ Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA 2.0), a bipartisan effort to modernize and strengthen the existing online privacy law for children, the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). The new bill aims to address the pressing need for enhanced protections for children and teenagers facing online threats in the digital age.Rep. Walberg emphasized the importance of updating the law to protect vulnerable youth, stating, "Children and teens are facing unprecedented pressure and...
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Walberg Issues Statement on Devastating EV Rule
Washington, D.C. -- Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-05) expressed deep concerns following the Environmental Protection Agency's finalization of the rule titled “Multi-Pollutant Emissions Standards for Model Year 2027 and Later Light-Duty and Medium-Duty Vehicles.”In his statement, Walberg highlighted the widespread opposition to the rule within the auto industry, stating, "The finalization of this rule is devastating news for Michigan, the auto industry, and American families." He criticized the lack of flexibility in the rule and its potential negative impacts on...
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Walberg Announces 2024 Congressional Art Competition
Washington, D.C.-- Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-05) has announced the commencement of the 2024 Congressional Art Competition, inviting high school students from the 5th District to participate. The winning artwork will be showcased in the Cannon Tunnel to the U.S. Capitol, alongside pieces from other congressional districts nationwide."I consider it an honor to host this competition each year, and provide a platform for art students in Michigan’s 5th Congressional District to highlight their work and creative gifts," expressed Rep. Walberg.Expressing his admiration for...
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Walberg Applauds Passage of Bipartisan Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act
Washington, D.C. -- Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-05) expressed his satisfaction following the House's approval of H.R. 7521, Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act. "Foreign-controlled social media platforms, like TikTok, pose a significant national security threat according to experts," said Rep. Walberg. "Today's overwhelmingly bipartisan vote reflects an urgency to prevent adversaries from spying on Americans and abusing their personal data. If this legislation is enacted, TikTok will be forced to either break off its connection with the...
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Walberg-Backed Energy Bill Passes House
Washington, D.C. - In a significant move towards energy independence, Congressman Tim Walberg (R-MI) has voted in favor of H.R. 7176, the Unlocking our Domestic LNG Potential Act. The bill, which passed the House by a vote of 224-200, aims to reverse the indefinite ban on the issuance of export permits for liquefied natural gas (LNG) to non-Free Trade Agreement countries, as announced by the Biden administration in January.By lifting all Department of Energy (DOE) restrictions on the import and export of natural gas, H.R. 7176 seeks to address concerns regarding the ban's...
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Walberg Statement on Impeachment of Secretary Mayorkas
Washington, D.C. - Congressman Tim Walberg (R-MI) has expressed his support for the impeachment of Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. In a statement released on February 13, 2024, Walberg highlighted several concerns regarding Secretary Mayorkas' performance and actions.According to Walberg, there have been over 8.3 million illegal border crossings across the nation under Secretary Mayorkas' leadership. Additionally, 1.7 million individuals, known as "gotaways," have successfully evaded the U.S. Border Patrol. These statistics raise...
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House Passes Walberg’s Bipartisan Bill to Fight Human Trafficking
The House of Representatives has unanimously passed the Enhancing Detection of Human Trafficking Act, a bipartisan bill introduced by Congressman Tim Walberg, Congressman Gregorio Kilili Camacho Sablan, and Congresswoman Ann Wagner. The bill, known as H.R. 443, aims to ensure that the Department of Labor effectively trains its employees in recognizing and responding to human trafficking.In a statement, Congressman Walberg emphasized the importance of this legislation in the fight against human trafficking. He highlighted the failure of multiple agencies to track...
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Walberg Introduces Bill to Help Ensure Elderly Have Access to Affordable Companion Care
Washington, D.C. - Reps. Tim Walberg (MI-05), Larry Bucshon (IN-08), and Adrian Smith (NE-03) have introduced the Ensuring Access to Affordable and Quality Home Care for Seniors and People with Disabilities Act. The legislation aims to reverse an Obama-era Department of Labor rule and ensure that seniors and individuals with disabilities have access to affordable companion care.The legislation seeks to restore the exemption under the Fair Labor Standards Act for home caregivers employed by a third-party employer or living with the individual receiving care. This exemption...
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Walberg, Cruz, Crapo lead 120 Lawmakers Demanding NHTSA Withdraw CAFE Standards
Washington, D.C. -- Congressman Tim Walberg (R-MI-5), Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX), and Senator Mike Crapo (R-ID) are leading a group of 120 lawmakers in demanding the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) withdraw its proposed Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards for passenger cars and light trucks. The lawmakers argue that the proposed standards do not comply with federal law and would place an unrealistic burden on automakers.The proposed CAFE standards would require automakers to double their average fleet-wide fuel economy to 58 miles per...
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Walberg's Enhancing Detection of Human Trafficking Act Advanced by Committee
The House Committee on Education and the Workforce has unanimously voted in favor of advancing H.R. 443, the Enhancing Detection of Human Trafficking Act. This bill, introduced by Congressman Tim Walberg, Congressman Gregorio Kilili Camacho Sablan, and Congresswoman Ann Wagner, aims to equip Department of Labor employees with the necessary training to identify and respond to cases of human trafficking. Congressman Walberg emphasized the urgency of addressing human trafficking, stating, "For nearly 15 years, the United States has recognized January as National Human...
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House Passes Walberg Bill to Protect Automobile Choice
Washington, D.C. - The Choice in Automobile Retail Sales (CARS) Act, introduced by Congressman Tim Walberg and Andrew Clyde, has been passed by the House with bipartisan support. The bill aims to prevent the implementation of aggressive emission standards for light and medium-duty vehicles that limit consumer choice by requiring over two-thirds of all new vehicles to be electric by 2032. It also seeks to prevent the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) from implementing future vehicle emissions regulations that would mandate certain technologies or limit the availability...
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Walberg Cosponsors Bill to Help Secure the Border, Demands Senate Vote on H.R. 2
Washington, D.C. - Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-05) has taken a strong stance on border security, cosponsoring the Southern Border Transparency Act and demanding a Senate vote on H.R. 2, the Secure the Border Act.The need for stronger border security has become increasingly apparent, with Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) recording a record-breaking 2.4+ million encounters at the southern border in FY23. This includes the apprehension of 169 individuals on the terrorist watchlist who were attempting to enter the country illegally.In an impassioned speech on the House...
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Walberg, Krishnamoorthi, Guthrie, and Gottheimer Introduce POW Priority Care Act
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Representatives Tim Walberg (R-MI), Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL), Brett Guthrie (R-KY), and Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ) have introduced the POW Priority Care Act. This legislation aims to improve the healthcare benefits and services for former Prisoners of War (POW) by elevating them from Priority Group 3 to Priority Group 1 in the scale used by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).Rep. Walberg stated, "Prisoners of War have endured unimaginable hardships in service to our country and deserve the highest level of care at the VA. I am proud to partner...
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Walberg Votes to Advance Censure of Rep. Tlaib After Video Posted
Washington, D.C. - Congressman Tim Walberg of Michigan voted in favor of advancing a resolution to censure Representative Tlaib after she posted a video containing a phrase that has been widely interpreted as a call to violence. The motion to table the resolution failed, and the adoption of the resolution will be considered tomorrow.In a statement following the vote, Rep. Walberg expressed his previous support for Tlaib's right to free speech, even though he found her speech to be abhorrent and dishonest. However, he now believes that her video "calls for violence." He...
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Walberg Opposes Censure Resolution and Defends First Amendment Rights
Washington, D.C. - Congressman Tim Walberg (R-MI) has expressed his opposition to a censure resolution against Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-MI) for her remarks regarding the October 7 terrorist attack and other anti-Israeli comments. In a statement released today, Congressman Walberg emphasized the importance of upholding the constitutional protections guaranteed by the First Amendment."While I may strongly disagree with Rep. Tlaib's previous comments, I firmly believe that First Amendment liberties are fundamental rights that apply to all Americans," said Congressman Walberg....
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Walberg Statement on Election of Speaker Johnson
Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-05) expressed his support for Mike Johnson's election as the 56th Speaker of the House. In a statement released today, Walberg highlighted the achievements of the House Republican Conference and expressed confidence in Speaker Johnson's leadership."Today, the House Republican Conference reunited to elect a strong conservative, Mike Johnson, as the 56th Speaker of the House," said Congressman Walberg. He commended the House Republicans for their accomplishments over the past nine months, despite facing challenges with a historically small...
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Walberg Highlights National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
Niles, MI - Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-05) is urging his constituents to participate in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, October 28. The event aims to collect unused prescription drugs and promote proper disposal to prevent misuse and keep the streets safer. Walberg highlighted the success of the previous collection day, where over 633,725 pounds of medications were collected nationwide.To facilitate the disposal process, residents can find more information about available disposal sites on the Drug Enforcement Administration's website. A list of...
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Walberg Leads Colleagues in Demanding Safety for Jewish Students on College Campuses
Washington, D.C. - Congressman Tim Walberg of Michigan, along with 43 of his colleagues, has taken a stand to demand the U.S. Department of Education to ensure the safety of Jewish students on college campuses. In a letter addressed to U.S. Department of Education Secretary Miguel Cardona, the lawmakers highlight the urgent need for colleges and universities to promptly address harassment that creates a hostile environment for Jewish students.The call for action comes in the wake of the largest attack on Jewish civilians since the Holocaust. Following this horrific event,...