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November 10, 2024

GRAND RAPIDS, MI – Today, U.S. Representative Hillary Scholten (MI-03) announced an $11.7M federal investment for the City of Ferrysburg’s “Smith’s Bayou Bridge” through the DOT’s Federal Highway Administration. The bridge has been closed since the city council voted to close it in 2019 due to safety concerns.

October 11, 2024

GRAND RAPIDS, MI – Congresswoman Hillary Scholten (MI-03) visited Safe Haven Ministries in Grand Rapids to congratulate the dedicated staff on their recently awarded grant. The $1.2 million investment will be split to fund a joint task force between Safe Haven and the Kent County Sheriff’s Office (KCSO).

September 26, 2024

 WASHINGTON – Congresswoman Hillary Scholten (MI-03) is proud to announce Muskegon Heights will receive over $65K in an Assistance to Firefighters Grant through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The grant will help equip the department with the necessary tools, training, and personnel to maintain emergency preparedness.

September 24, 2024

WASHINGTON – Following strong support from Congresswoman Hillary Scholten (MI-03), Catherine’s Health was awarded the full grant amount from the Health Resources and Services Administration. The funding will expand the federally qualified health center’s behavioral health services. 

Issues:Health
September 20, 2024

WASHINGTON –  The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) approved Muskegon County Airport’s (MKG) request to terminate their Essential Air Service (EAS) provider contract with Southern Airways Express. Now, the airport can begin a new EAS contract with the unanimously agreed-upon servicer, Denver Air Connection.

September 19, 2024

WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Representative Hillary Scholten (MI-03) announced two West Michigan projects will be receiving federal investments from the Department of Energy’s Office Manufacturing and Energy Supply Chains. Grand Rapids Rapid-Line Inc. will receive $248,282 to install a solar photovoltaic system and implement compressed air measures. LightCorp in Grand Haven was awarded $262,600 to remove skylights and upgrade its roof insulation.

Issues:Energy
September 18, 2024

WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Hillary Scholten (MI-03) broke with many members of her party to vote for H.R. 7909, the Violence Against Women by Illegal Aliens Act. 

September 18, 2024

WASHINGTON – For the first time in four years, the Federal Reserve announced interest rates will be cut by 0.05%. Congresswoman Hillary Scholten (MI-03) released the following statement:

September 11, 2024

WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Representative Hillary Scholten (MI-03) announced over $20.1 million in federal grant dollars for Muskegon County Airport (MKG). One grant totaling over $20M will fund upgrades to Taxiway A ensuring the airport conforms with current standards.

September 10, 2024

WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Representative Hillary Scholten (MI-03) announced that Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) received $300,000 from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.