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Jack Warren Bergman is an American politician and retired United States Marine Corps officer currently serving as the U.S. Representative for Michigan's 1st congressional district since January 3, 2017. A member of the Republican Party, Bergman has focused on issues such as veterans' affairs, economic development, and natural resources during his time in office. He has been an advocate for policies that support the military and promote job growth in his district.
On that I demand the yeas and nays. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursuant to section 3(s) of House Resolution 8, the yeas and nays are ordered. Pursuant to clause 8 of rule XX, further proceedings on this question are postponed. Amendments En…
As a veteran and one who served the country for 40-plus years in uniform, the bond we have as veterans goes deeper than anyone could imagine. The worst thing that can happen, as has happened in my family, is to have a loved one and a…
The amendment before us, as it has been presented, is trying to solve a problem that doesn't exist, as stated. There is ample research already being conducted featuring the use of schedule I drugs to treat mental illness and addiction. The…
The gentleman is not only my friend and colleague but also not well enough acknowledged as the largely singular author of the Commitment to Civility by the bipartisan freshman classes in 2017. That document, unfortunately, is too well…
Please accept this personal explanation as I was unexpectedly detained during vote proceedings. Had I been present, I would have voted ``nay'' on rollcall No. 143. MEMBERS RECORDED PURSUANT TO HOUSE RESOLUTION 8, 117TH CONGRESS Allred…
There are no good casualty officer calls. In my time in command, we did too many of them.
We will take an attitude of holding everyone accountable, including ourselves.
I thank Representative Johnson for yielding. It is an honor to be here on the floor with him tonight. Our country recognizes leadership at all levels, regardless of party ideology, and I see here on the floor real leadership, committed…
Dr. Roe is right, November 15 is fast approaching here where it is the opening of deer season in Michigan, so we anxiously await that. Madam Speaker, S. 785, the Commander John Scott Hannon Veterans Mental Health Improvement Act of 2019…
I thank the gentleman for yielding. There is no more important element of our society that the Founders guaranteed us than safety and security. I rise today in strong support of our Nation's law enforcement officers and join my colleagues…
Please accept this personal explanation as I was unavoidably detained due to my presence as the White House for the historic signing of the Abraham Accords between the United States, Israel, the United Arab Emirates, and Bahrain. Had I…
On rollcall Vote No. 167, I am not recorded because I was not present in the House. Had I been present, I would have voted ``yea'' on rollcall No. 167.
On behalf of all veterans living rurally and remotely, I rise in support of my amendment included in this en bloc package. The amendment focuses additional efforts within the Veterans Health Administration Office of Rural Health on…
I oppose this amendment. It would require the President and the Secretary of Defense to certify to Congress with demonstrable evidence that a State is unwilling or unable to suppress civil unrest prior to invoking the Insurrection Act…
I oppose this amendment. The Unfunded Priorities List is critical for services to convey their needs to adequately capture emerging requirements. The budgets submitted through an annual budgeting process are constructed over the course of…
You know, as I watch the TV screen and knowing that, let's say, other countries are watching us, not all of whom are our friends, and they look at us having the discussion, and they are putting their chess pieces in their development, it…
I give special thanks to the chairman and ranking member of the Veterans' Affairs Committee because we are here for the right reasons, and that is to serve veterans and enable them to be productive in their lives after their service to our…
They should never--and I repeat, never--have to face physical and mental trauma resulting from sexual assault or harassment.
Those who perpetrate these crimes must be held accountable and appropriately punished for their actions; we cannot tolerate anything less.
On Roll Call Votes No. 33 and No. 34, I am not recorded because I was absent from the House of Representatives. Had I been present, I would have voted: ``nay'' on rollcall No. 33 and ``nay'' on rollcall No. 34. ____________________
This bill was signed into law by President Trump on August 16th, 2017, and is one of the best illustrations of the work that Congress can get done when we work together in a bipartisan manner.
Basically, when you have three stars, it just means you outlasted a lot of folks. But the point is the honor of being able to serve among marines, sailors, soldiers, airmen, and coastguardsmen is enough to make us all swell with pride…
I thank the gentleman for his recognition. Mr. Speaker, I rise today on behalf of H.R. 4162. But I would like to rise on behalf of not only the veterans, but also, the day before Veterans Day was the 244th birthday of the United States…
I wish--unfortunately, as you know, our schedules are extremely busy around here and I know our members had to go on to something else, I hope equally as important.
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