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In 2019, Rep. Bergman supported an additional $1.9 billion for border wall and security funding. Protecting Our Natural Resources We live where we do for a reason. This land that we call home is the most beautiful place in all of our nation, and we cannot allow our Natural Resources to","source_url":"https://WWW.BERGMANFORCONGRESS.COM/issues","source_date":"2026-06-20"},{"topic":"Economy","stance":"Lead the charge against the Biden VA’s attempts to pay for elective transgender surgeries with tax-payer dollars through letters and amendments. Co-lead of the bipartisan Congressional Military Transi","detail":"Lead the charge against the Biden VA’s attempts to pay for elective transgender surgeries with tax-payer dollars through letters and amendments. Co-lead of the bipartisan Congressional Military Transition Assistance Pathway (MTAP) Caucus. Passed legislation in the House to designate the Gaylord VA facility in the name of Navy Corspman Steve Andrews (H.R.1281). Protecting Michigan's Agriculture Support for the American Producer From the farmers, ranchers, and growers to the canners, marketers, and so on, Michigan’s First Congressional District is home to a vibrant agricultural community","source_url":"https://WWW.BERGMANFORCONGRESS.COM/issues","source_date":"2026-06-20"},{"topic":"Education","stance":"is a vital requisite for our survival as a free people.” He was right! The government monopoly on education for a large portion of Americans is a tragedy and should be viewed as the modern civil right","detail":"is a vital requisite for our survival as a free people.” He was right! The government monopoly on education for a large portion of Americans is a tragedy and should be viewed as the modern civil rights issue of our time. We need to offer education reform that supports more choice in education, from public schooling to home schooling. Everyone in the United States deserves a great education. Immigration Border security is National Security. We are a welcoming Nation, but we are a Nation of rule of law. While we must continue being generous, we should never allow it for people who intend to","source_url":"https://WWW.BERGMANFORCONGRESS.COM/issues","source_date":"2026-06-20"},{"topic":"National Security","stance":"the use of troops when it is absolutely necessary. When the threat requires the deployment of our military, Congressman Bergman will ensure that our troops are trained and equipped to win decisively a","detail":"the use of troops when it is absolutely necessary. When the threat requires the deployment of our military, Congressman Bergman will ensure that our troops are trained and equipped to win decisively and return home to their families. Education Thomas Jefferson once said, “An educated citizenry is a vital requisite for our survival as a free people.” He was right! The government monopoly on education for a large portion of Americans is a tragedy and should be viewed as the modern civil rights issue of our time. We need to offer education reform that supports more choice in education, from","source_url":"https://WWW.BERGMANFORCONGRESS.COM/issues","source_date":"2026-06-20"},{"topic":"Technology","stance":"a program that he voted to establish. In 2020, with COVID-19 suddenly increasing the necessity of broadband, Rep. Bergman voted for nearly $3.5 billion in emergency broadband funding for telehealth, m","detail":"a program that he voted to establish. In 2020, with COVID-19 suddenly increasing the necessity of broadband, Rep. Bergman voted for nearly $3.5 billion in emergency broadband funding for telehealth, mapping, and keeping families connected. Congressman Bergman has also been closely involved in more largescale broadband infrastructure programs operated by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), including the new Rural Digital Opportunity Fund (RDOF). The Rural Digital Opportunity Fund Phase I Auction results in 2021 yielded more than $200 million to build new broadband infrastructure to","source_url":"https://WWW.BERGMANFORCONGRESS.COM/issues","source_date":"2026-06-20"},{"topic":"Agriculture","stance":"the USMCA is now the law of the land, casting aside the historical unfair playing field for our farmers to ensure they can compete on an international level. With Michigan exporting billions of dollar","detail":"the USMCA is now the law of the land, casting aside the historical unfair playing field for our farmers to ensure they can compete on an international level. With Michigan exporting billions of dollars worth of goods to Canada and Mexico each year, our state’s agriculture industry – such as our dairy farmers who previously struggled to access Canadian markets – have the groundwork to thrive. Here in the Nation’s Cherry Capital, Congressman Bergman has led the continued battle against unfair trade practices, having worked with federal agencies and local industry stakeholders. For example,","source_url":"https://WWW.BERGMANFORCONGRESS.COM/issues","source_date":"2026-06-20"},{"topic":"Abortion","stance":"is a Member of the Congressional Pro Life Caucus, and has cosponsored the No Taxpayer Funding for Abortion Act (H.R. 18) . This legislation prohibits the use of federal funds for abortions or for heal","detail":"is a Member of the Congressional Pro Life Caucus, and has cosponsored the No Taxpayer Funding for Abortion Act (H.R. 18) . This legislation prohibits the use of federal funds for abortions or for health coverage that includes abortions. Since coming to Congress, Congressman Bergman has also supported the Pain Capable Unborn Child Protection Act (H.R.1080) which bans abortions after the 20 th week of pregnancy. This legislation is widely supported throughout the First District and across the country. Congressman Bergman has supported other important pro-life legislation, such as: - The Born","source_url":"https://WWW.BERGMANFORCONGRESS.COM/issues","source_date":"2026-06-20"},{"topic":"Housing","stance":"key rural broadband programs that they benefit from. The programs targeted in this bill are currently by fees on your phone bill, a hidden tax on seniors and working families! H.R.1610 - the Rural Bro","detail":"key rural broadband programs that they benefit from. The programs targeted in this bill are currently by fees on your phone bill, a hidden tax on seniors and working families! H.R.1610 - the Rural Broadband Window of Opportunity Act is another bill introduced by Jack Bergman, which would require the FCC to expedite and approve broadband funding application that would serve areas with shorter building seasons, such as areas prone to large snowfall. Anybody who has ever built anything in MI-1 knows that even a small delay before a long winter can be costly. H .R.1362 - the BOOST Act. This","source_url":"https://WWW.BERGMANFORCONGRESS.COM/issues","source_date":"2026-06-20"},{"topic":"Gun Control","stance":"started. We have much work left to accomplish, and I am honored to be your only pro-life, pro-2nd Amendment, limited government, and conservative in the race for U.S. Congress in Michigan’s First Dist","detail":"started. We have much work left to accomplish, and I am honored to be your only pro-life, pro-2nd Amendment, limited government, and conservative in the race for U.S. Congress in Michigan’s First District. Accountability, Responsibility, and Experience in leadership are the tools I bring with me to fight the bureaucracies and entrenched politicians. Our shared conservative values have guided me through my career in the United States Marine Corps, from a Lieutenant out of college, to a Lieutenant General when I retired - and these are the values I'm bringing to Washington. 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