Bill Huizenga

Deterring American AI Model Theft Act of 2026

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STRIDE Act

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Guidelines for Use, Access, and Responsible Disclosure of Financial Data Act

in committee

“Mr. HUIZENGA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and honor the service of Marine Staff Sergeant Carl E. Bussema for his valiant service to our country during the Korean War. Staff Sergeant Bussema served with distinction during the Battle of Chosin Reservoir and the Battle of Toktong Pass 75 years ago. Staff Sergeant Carl Bussema was born in Kalamazoo, Michigan, in October 1928. He grew up on the north side of Kalamazoo and attended Central High School. In 1948, he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps and was deployed to Korea in September 1950. Shortly after his deployment, Staff Sergeant Carl Bussema fought in the Battle of Chosin Reservoir. Thousands of men from the 1st Marine Division and the Army X Corps, alongside troops from the Republic of Korea and Great Britain, defied the odds, holding off over 120,000 Chinese Communist soldiers for 17 days. Severely outnumbered by an overwhelming and surprise Chinese offensive and fighting in Arctic conditions, his division confronted the adversity and fought with valor, successfully avoiding encirclement and destruction, allowing for the successful withdrawal of U.S. Army, Marine Corps, and United Nations forces from North Korea. Thanks to the selfless efforts of these men, the Battle of Chosin is considered a defining moment of the Korean War. Additionally, Staff Sergeant Bussema is a veteran of the Battle of Toktong Pass, where less than 300 Marines successfully defended against 5,000 Chinese soldiers for five days amidst blinding snowfall, sub-zero temperatures, and dwindling supplies. Here, Staff Sergeant Bussema served with immense courage and distinction, earning a Bronze Star for maintaining radio communication with his artillery battery while under enemy fire from an exposed position. Staff Sergeant Bussema's heroic actions serve as a stark reminder that our freedom is never truly free. Mr. Speaker, please join me in honoring Marine Staff Sergeant Carl E. Bussema and ``The Chosin Few'' on the 75th Anniversary of the Battle of Chosin Reservoir and the Battle of Toktong Pass. ____________________”

2025-11-25 · Veterans

“Mr. HUIZENGA. Mr. Speaker, as Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee's Subcommittee on South and Central Asia, I rise today alongside my colleague and Ranking Member, Ms. Kamlager-Dove of California, to honor and congratulate the people of Kazakhstan as they mark the Republic Day of Kazakhstan, which commemorates Kazakhstan's declaration of sovereignty independent of the Soviet Union on October 25, 1990. The United States has remained committed to Kazakhstan's sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity. Now, as a valued strategic partner of the United States, our nations work together to advance security, peace, and prosperity. Kazakhstan inherited a massive nuclear stockpile and legacy sites for chemical and biological weapons research following the dissolution of the Soviet Union. The voluntary commitment to rapidly remove these weapons from its territory and accede to the Non-Proliferation Treaty and other key arms control measures was a model for the region and the world. Kazakhstan has also made significant contributions to UN peacekeeping missions, including independent deployments of peacekeepers from 2024. Efforts such as these to [[Page E995]] counter the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction and prevent radicalization to violence, in addition to cooperation to combat the persistent threat of terrorism, support stability and security in both Central Asia and the wider world. U.S. companies remain the largest source of foreign direct investment in Kazakhstan, helping build resilient supply chains, driving Kazakhstan's economic diversification, supply chain resiliency, and sustainable economic development. Last month, our two nations announced the largest locomotive deal in history between Wabtec Corporation and Kazakhstan Temir Zholy. Valued at $4.2 billion, this landmark deal is a symbol of American innovation and manufacturing leadership, as well as Kazakhstan's desire to deepen cooperation with American firms. Kazakhstan offers abundant potential for future investment opportunities--including critical minerals, rare earths, civilian nuclear energy, hydrocarbons, and manufacturing. We reiterate our commitment to advancing the repeal of the outdated Jackson-Vanik Amendment, which will allow us to fully realize the potential of this relationship. We also applaud Kazakhstan's efforts to position itself as a key Eurasian transit hub. We believe it is in our shared interest to improve Central Asian connectivity with global markets to boost supply chain resilience and seek ways to support the realization of the Trans-Caspian ``Middle Corridor,'' which begins in Kazakhstan and runs through Azerbaijan to global markets beyond. In addition to continued dialogue to safeguard critical technologies and improve the investment climate, we hope that the ongoing constitutional and political reform process in Kazakhstan, initiated in 2022, will strengthen governance and human rights. On the occasion of Kazakhstan's Republic Day, we can reflect on our enduring friendship and the bright future of our strategic partnership. We look forward to continued high-level engagement with Kazakhstan, both bilaterally and in multilateral fora. In particular, we believe the anticipated C5+1 Leaders' Summit in Washington, D.C. would be a pivotal opportunity to strengthen longstanding United States cooperation with Kazakhstan and Central Asia. Mr. Speaker, please join me and Representative Kamlager-Dove in honoring the Kazakhstan Republic Day. ____________________”

2025-10-24 · Foreign Policy

“Mr. HUIZENGA. Mr. Speaker, I rise in regard to missed votes. Had I been present, I would have voted YEA on Roll Call No. 191; YEA on Roll Call No. 192; and YEA on Roll Call No. 193. ____________________”

2025-07-15 · Government Reform