Tim Walberg
Representative for Michigan · Republican · United States
“Mr. Speaker, I yield myself such time as I may consume. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in strong support of S. 2403, the Retire through Ownership Act. An employee stock ownership plan, or ESOP, is a retirement savings plan that allows employees to build wealth by owning shares in the company they work for.”
House of Representatives16 September 2026Source ↗
“Mr. Speaker, I yield myself such time as I may consume. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in strong support of H.R. 7890, the Science of Reading Act of 2026. Mr.”
House of Representatives16 September 2026Source ↗
“Mr. Speaker, I yield myself the balance of my time. Mr. Speaker, Federal law, as we have said, already bars individuals convicted of serious crimes, including murder, rape, robbery, and embezzlement, from holding positions of power in labor unions and certain positions in employer management for up to 13 years after conviction or release.…”
House of Representatives16 September 2026Source ↗
“Mr. Speaker, I yield myself the balance of my time. Mr. Speaker, physical fitness is critical for physical health, but there are more studies showing how it impacts mental health as well. Kids who aren't active are nearly twice as likely to struggle with self-esteem as kids who are active every day.”
House of Representatives16 September 2026Source ↗
“Madam Speaker, I yield myself the balance of my time to close. Madam Speaker, literacy is a gateway skill. If students can't read, they can't fully access learning in other subjects, and the consequences can extend far beyond the classroom.”
House of Representatives16 September 2026Source ↗
“Mr. Speaker, I yield myself the balance of my time. Mr. Speaker, ESOPs provide employees with a meaningful foothold in capital ownership. Studies associate ESOPs with longer employment tenure, increased productivity, and greater wealth creation for employees. S.”
House of Representatives16 September 2026Source ↗
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“Kiley and also the sponsor of this bill, Representative Houchin. I would add, as well, knowing Jennifer Mannion to be a teacher of teachers and for her example of doing the very thing we are talking about here. I urge my colleagues to vote ``yes'' on H.R. 7890 because we cannot continue relying on approaches that fail to give children the foundational skills that they need. I yield back the balance of my time.”
House of Representatives16 September 2026Source ↗
“Madam Speaker, I yield myself the balance of my time to close. Madam Speaker, literacy is a gateway skill. If students can't read, they can't fully access learning in other subjects, and the consequences can extend far beyond the classroom. According to the National Assessment of Adult Literacy, two-thirds of students who cannot proficiently read by the end of the fourth grade will end up in jail or on welfare. That is tragic. It is time to move away from failed theories and restore evidence- based reading instruction that actually works. Our children deserve an education grounded in what the evidence tells us, not the latest educational fad. For that reason, I am grateful to my friend and ranking member as well as the cosponsor of this legislation, Mr. Mannion, as well as Mr.”
House of Representatives16 September 2026Source ↗
“Mr. Speaker, I yield myself such time as I may consume. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in strong support of H.R. 7890, the Science of Reading Act of 2026. Mr. Speaker, I could stand here and rattle off test score after test score and study after study, but I will spare us the time and give you the gist: Our children's literacy rates are plummeting. How did we get here? There are many reasons, but one is that, for generations, students were taught to read through phonics by identifying letters and the sounds they represent. In recent years, some educators have moved away from phonics and encouraged students to guess words based on context or pictures. This approach has failed too many students. How can a child learning to read be expected to use comprehension skills they haven't developed yet? It is clear why this doesn't work.”
House of Representatives16 September 2026Source ↗
“Mr. Speaker, I ask unanimous consent that all Members may have 5 legislative days in which to revise and extend their remarks and to include extraneous material on H.R. 7890.”
House of Representatives16 September 2026Source ↗
“Mr. Speaker, I move to suspend the rules and pass the bill (H.R. 7890) to amend the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to exclude certain instructional approaches from comprehensive literacy instruction, to prioritize certain funds to promote the use of evidence-based literacy instruction and supports aligned to the science of reading, and for other purposes, as amended.”
House of Representatives16 September 2026Source ↗
“Speaker, I urge my colleagues to support our children's futures by voting ``yes,'' and I yield back the balance of my time.”
House of Representatives16 September 2026Source ↗
“Mr. Speaker, I yield myself the balance of my time. Mr. Speaker, physical fitness is critical for physical health, but there are more studies showing how it impacts mental health as well. Kids who aren't active are nearly twice as likely to struggle with self-esteem as kids who are active every day. Research also shows that physically active students tend to have better academic outcomes. The Presidential Fitness Test gives students a goal to work toward and encourages them to take an active role in physical fitness. These are lessons that can last a lifetime and apply to other challenges in life. I applaud Representative Mackenzie and Representative Van Drew for their efforts to give our children the tools that they need to grow up healthy and strong, both physically and mentally. Mr.”
House of Representatives16 September 2026Source ↗
“Mr. Speaker, I express appreciation to my friend and colleague, the ranking member, as well as Representative Mannion and Representative McBath for their assist in making a good bill better. Mr. Speaker, I yield 2\1/2\ minutes to the gentleman from Pennsylvania (Mr. Mackenzie), the sponsor of this legislation. {time} 1250”
House of Representatives16 September 2026Source ↗
“9723 codifies the Presidential Fitness Test and makes physical activity a lasting national priority--helping more kids build healthy habits and grow into healthier adults. I urge my colleagues to vote ``yes'' on H.R. 9723, and I reserve the balance of my time.”
House of Representatives16 September 2026Source ↗
“Mr. Speaker, I ask unanimous consent that all Members may have 5 legislative days in which to revise and extend their remarks and include extraneous material on H.R. 9723.”
House of Representatives16 September 2026Source ↗
“Mr. Speaker, I move to suspend the rules and pass the bill (H.R. 9723) to establish the President's Council on Sports, Fitness, and Nutrition, and for other purposes, as amended.”
House of Representatives16 September 2026Source ↗
“Wilson) on this important legislation, and I encourage my colleagues to join me in supporting H.R. 8775. Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance of my time.”
House of Representatives16 September 2026Source ↗
“Mr. Speaker, I yield myself the balance of my time. Mr. Speaker, Federal law, as we have said, already bars individuals convicted of serious crimes, including murder, rape, robbery, and embezzlement, from holding positions of power in labor unions and certain positions in employer management for up to 13 years after conviction or release. It only makes sense that sex crimes against minors should be included as well. H.R. 8775, Ending Predator Access to Union Power Act, closes this loophole with a simple and commonsense fix. Unions lose credibility when individuals convicted of serious crimes are allowed to hold positions of power. That is why these protections exist in the first place and why SEIU took action when this case came to light. I appreciate the leadership of the gentleman from South Carolina (Mr.”
House of Representatives16 September 2026Source ↗
“Speaker, I urge my colleagues to protect children and strengthen the integrity of unions by voting ``yes'' on H.R. 8775. Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of my time.”
House of Representatives16 September 2026Source ↗
“Mr. Speaker, I yield myself such time as I may consume. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in strong support of H.R. 8775, Ending Predator Access to Union Power Act. This bill has an important and concerning background. It came about after reports that a local of the Service Employees International Union, or SEIU, hired a convicted child sex offender as a business agent. What makes this especially concerning is that SEIU represents public school employees, bus drivers, and childcare providers, positions that provide access to large groups of children. I am thankful that the union recognized its mistake and fired this individual, but this never should have happened in the first place. We must take steps to ensure it does not happen again. Mr.”
House of Representatives16 September 2026Source ↗
“Mr. Speaker, I ask unanimous consent that all Members may have 5 legislative days in which to revise and extend their remarks and to include extraneous material on H.R. 8775.”
House of Representatives16 September 2026Source ↗
“Mr. Speaker, I move to suspend the rules and pass the bill (H.R. 8775) to amend the Labor-Management Reporting and Disclosure Act of 1959 to provide that individuals who have been convicted of sex offenses against minors may not serve in certain positions, as amended.”
House of Representatives16 September 2026Source ↗
“Mr. Speaker, on that I demand the yeas and nays. The yeas and nays were ordered.”
House of Representatives16 September 2026Source ↗
“I appreciate the leadership of Representative Rick Allen and Senator Roger Marshall and all other cosponsors on this critical issue. Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to support American workers and S. 2403, and I yield back the balance of my time.”
House of Representatives16 September 2026Source ↗
“Mr. Speaker, I yield myself the balance of my time. Mr. Speaker, ESOPs provide employees with a meaningful foothold in capital ownership. Studies associate ESOPs with longer employment tenure, increased productivity, and greater wealth creation for employees. S. 2403 makes it easier for businesses to create and maintain ESOPs, helping more workers build retirement wealth through company ownership and encouraging more businesses to adopt ESOPs. By providing greater clarity for businesses, this legislation can expand access to employee ownership and help more Americans share in the success they create. At a time when communities are looking for ways to strengthen local economies and workers are seeking greater financial security, this legislation offers a commonsense solution.”
House of Representatives16 September 2026Source ↗
“Mr. Speaker, I yield 3\1/2\ minutes to the gentleman from Georgia (Mr. Allen), the chairman of the Subcommittee on Health, Employment, Labor, and Pensions.”
House of Representatives16 September 2026Source ↗
“It is a win- win for job creators and workers. Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to vote ``yes,'' and I reserve the balance of my time.”
House of Representatives16 September 2026Source ↗
“Mr. Speaker, I yield myself such time as I may consume. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in strong support of S. 2403, the Retire through Ownership Act. An employee stock ownership plan, or ESOP, is a retirement savings plan that allows employees to build wealth by owning shares in the company they work for. ESOPs often supplement, rather than replace, other retirement savings. Employee ownership gives workers a financial stake in their company's success, which can increase productivity and help build wealth. Unfortunately, for more than 50 years, the Department of Labor has not issued regulations for valuing employer stock, creating uncertainty for ESOP managers seeking to value the stock purchased and held by ESOPs. S. 2403 is a bipartisan and bicameral solution that provides clear guidelines for valuing stock purchased and held by ESOPs.”
House of Representatives16 September 2026Source ↗
“Mr. Speaker, I ask unanimous consent that all Members may have 5 legislative days in which to revise and extend their remarks and include extraneous material on S. 2403.”
House of Representatives16 September 2026Source ↗
“Pursuant to the rule, the gentleman from Michigan (Mr. Walberg) and the gentleman from Virginia (Mr. Scott) each will control 20 minutes. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Michigan. general leave”
House of Representatives16 September 2026Source ↗
“Mr. Speaker, I move to suspend the rules and pass the bill (S. 2403) to amend the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 to provide a clear definition of adequate consideration for certain closely held stock, and for other purposes.”
House of Representatives16 September 2026Source ↗
“I thank Representative Virginia Foxx for her leadership on this issue, and I urge my colleagues to vote ``yes'' on H.R. 4795. Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance of my time.”
House of Representatives3 September 2026Source ↗
“This is particularly important at a time when Jewish students and faculty are facing an alarming rise in anti-Semitism on American campuses. Our universities should be places where every student can learn without fear of discrimination or hostility and where academic partnerships are evaluated on their merits, not on campaigns that target one country. The United States has a strong and enduring partnership with Israel. Our colleges and universities should not be undermining that relationship while asking American taxpayers to support their institution. H.R. 4795 passed our committee with bipartisan support. Now it is time for the full House to stand for academic freedom, equal treatment, and responsible stewardship of taxpayer dollars.”
House of Representatives3 September 2026Source ↗
“Mr. Speaker, I yield myself the balance of my time. Mr. Speaker, this legislation is about a simple principle: Our colleges and universities should not discriminate against Israel, Israeli institutions, or Israeli students; and Federal taxpayer dollars should never support institutions that engage in such discrimination. Academic freedom means students and faculty should be free to study, conduct research, collaborate, and exchange ideas without boycotts closing doors based on nationality. H.R. 4795 protects that principle. It ensures that colleges participating in Federal higher education programs do not engage in certain unjustified commercial boycotts of Israel and that academic opportunities involving Israel are treated fairly and equally.”
House of Representatives3 September 2026Source ↗
“Mr. Speaker, I yield 5 minutes to the gentlewoman from North Carolina (Ms. Foxx), the sponsor of this good legislation and necessary legislation.”
House of Representatives3 September 2026Source ↗
“Speaker, I reserve the balance of my time.”
House of Representatives3 September 2026Source ↗
“It is about protecting academic freedom. It is about accountability for Federal taxpayer dollars. The Federal Government provides significant support to higher education. American taxpayers should not be funding institutions that utilize Federal programs while simultaneously pursuing discriminatory boycotts or unequal academic treatment based solely on ties to Israel. H.R. 4795 passed the committee with bipartisan support, 24-9. That vote reflects what should be an important bipartisan consensus. Our institutions of higher education should be welcoming places for scholarship and exchange, not hotbeds of anti-Semitism and discrimination. {time} 0920 I hope the floor vote reflects this principle. I urge my colleagues to support H.R. 4795 and send a clear message that academic and economic freedom must be protected on our campuses. Mr.”
House of Representatives3 September 2026Source ↗
“Mr. Speaker, I yield myself such time as I may consume. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in strong support of H.R. 4795, Protect Economic and Academic Freedom Act. In recent years, we have seen campaigns to boycott Israel spread across American campuses. These campaigns have pressured colleges and universities to cut financial, commercial, and academic ties with Israeli companies and institutions. That can mean restricting study abroad opportunities, research partnerships, academic exchanges, conferences, and other programs involving Israel. We cannot ignore the role these campaigns have played in fueling the alarming rise of anti-Semitism on college campuses. It is no coincidence that some of the largest supporters of these campaigns have applauded the October 7 attacks and continue to use anti-Semitic language.”
House of Representatives3 September 2026Source ↗
“Mr. Speaker, I ask unanimous consent that all Members may have 5 legislative days in which to revise and extend their remarks and insert extraneous material on H.R. 4795.”
House of Representatives3 September 2026Source ↗
“Mr. Speaker, pursuant to House Resolution 1499, I call up the bill (H.R. 4795) to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to prohibit an institution that participates in a nonexpressive commercial boycott of Israel from being eligible for certain funds under that Act, to require an institution that participates in certain programs under that Act to certify that students are not unreasonably obstructed from participating in academic programs in Israel, and for other purposes, and ask for its immediate consideration in the House.”
House of Representatives3 September 2026Source ↗
“If we want to build on our manufacturing momentum, Congress must ensure we have reliable access to the critical minerals that support a surge in modern manufacturing. The Protecting Domestic Mining Act strengthens American manufacturing, encourages job creation and economic growth, and ensures we can fast-track projects, reducing costs for producers and consumers alike. Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to support H.R. 1501 and uphold American competitiveness.”
House of Representatives2 September 2026Source ↗
“Unfortunately, the Biden-Harris administration sought to implement excessive permitting burdens that slow domestic production, increase costs on both producers and consumers, and deepen our dependence on foreign adversaries like China for essential minerals. These misguided efforts threaten both our national security and our competitive edge by narrowing the scope of projects eligible for expedited permitting. The Protecting Domestic Mining Act reverses that course. By expanding eligibility for fast-tracked mining permits, this bill cuts permitting delays and gives American producers the certainty they need to invest, innovate, and build here at home, creating more jobs for American workers.”
House of Representatives2 September 2026Source ↗
“Mr. Speaker, I rise today in strong support of H.R. 1501, the Protecting Domestic Mining Act, to strengthen America's security, unlock economic investment, and support thousands of hardworking men and women. As chairman of the Education and Workforce Committee, I held a field hearing in Indiana earlier this year focused on the mining industry. I heard and saw firsthand how innovation and emerging technologies have transformed mining operations. These conversations reaffirmed what we all know: America has abundant natural resources, and when producers have a fair and efficient permitting process, they can safely and competitively access those resources to keep prices down, supply chains stable, and people employed.”
House of Representatives2 September 2026Source ↗
“It has never produced prosperity. It has only led to fewer choices, more poverty, and more government control, with the cruel loss of freedom and liberty. I am proud to be a cosponsor of this resolution, and I urge my colleagues to listen to what we are talking about, to ultimately get past the idea of stupid and get on the idea of genius in favor of this resolution, to reject this radical ideology and protect the rights and freedoms of hardworking Michigan and American families.”
House of Representatives1 September 2026Source ↗
“Mr. Speaker, I thank my friend for yielding. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in strong support of H. Res. 1490 to condemn socialism and the dangerous policies being pushed by the Democratic Socialists of America, and, sadly, by my Democrat colleagues on the other side of the aisle. The United States, including my home State of Michigan, has seen a troubling rise in support for socialism's destructive policies and leaders who seek to expand bureaucratic control in every sector of Michiganders' lives. From defunding the police to letting noncitizens vote and seizing private small businesses, the DSA is promoting radical policies, Mr. Speaker, that undermine the values that have carried our Nation through 250 years and blessed the world. There is nothing democratic about socialism. All it is is a soft word for communism. I agree.”
House of Representatives1 September 2026Source ↗
“Mr. Speaker, on that I demand the yeas and nays. The yeas and nays were ordered.”
House of Representatives20 July 2026Source ↗
“Congress has a responsibility to protect both the integrity of our programs and the taxpayers who fund them. That means ensuring there are real consequences for those who abuse the public's trust and preventing them from continuing to do so. It also means taking commonsense steps to strengthen accountability and safeguard the programs that millions rely upon. Mr. Speaker, H.R. 8823 does exactly that. It helps ensure that providers who have been convicted of defrauding the Federal Employees' Compensation Act program cannot continue to be allowed to profit from the very program they exploited. This is a straightforward measure that protects taxpayers, strengthens accountability, and preserves the integrity of an important program for injured Federal workers. Mr.”
House of Representatives20 July 2026Source ↗
“Mr. Speaker, I yield myself the balance of my time. Mr. Speaker, families across the Nation carefully budget every dollar they earn to provide for themselves and their loved ones. When they send their tax dollars to Washington, they deserve to know that their hard-earned money is being managed with the same discipline and responsibility. The American people expect us to be good stewards of taxpayer dollars. They work hard, pay their taxes, and deserve to know that those funds are not lining the pockets of fraudsters who exploit the system for personal gain. Fraud is never a victimless crime. It steals taxpayer dollars and diverts funds away from those they are intended to serve. Every dollar lost to fraud is a dollar that cannot be used to provide legitimate care for injured workers or fulfill commitments we have made to them.”
House of Representatives20 July 2026Source ↗
“Mr. Speaker, I yield 3 minutes to the gentleman from Pennsylvania (Mr. Mackenzie), the chairman of the Subcommittee on Workforce Protections and the author of this legislation.”
House of Representatives20 July 2026Source ↗
“Ambulance-chasing schemes and dishonest providers have taken advantage of this program for far too long. Today, we have the opportunity to put an end to that abuse and reaffirm that these funds are meant to serve injured workers, not line the pockets of fraudsters. Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to support H.R. 8823 and tell these scammers that their payday is over. Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of my time.”
House of Representatives20 July 2026Source ↗
“Every act of deception undermines confidence in a system that exists to support workers during a difficult moment in their lives. H.R. 8823 delivers a straightforward, commonsense solution. It codifies existing Department of Labor policy to prevent medical providers who are convicted of defrauding FECA from continuing to receive taxpayer-funded payments through the program. If someone has been found guilty of exploiting injured workers and stealing public funds, they should not continue to profit from the very program they abused. This legislation sends a clear message, Mr. Speaker: If you cheat taxpayers, exploit injured workers, and abuse the public trust, there will be consequences. Fraud should have no place in our workers' compensation system.”
House of Representatives20 July 2026Source ↗
“Mr. Speaker, I yield myself such time as I may consume. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in strong support of H.R. 8823, bipartisan legislation that protects both taxpayers and the Federal employees who rely on the Federal Employees' Compensation Act, when they are injured on the job. Federal workers who are navigating an injury deserve timely, honest, and compassionate care, not to become the target of fraud. Programs like FECA exist to ensure these workers receive the medical treatment and support they need to recover. Unfortunately, some bad actors have exploited that trust.”
House of Representatives20 July 2026Source ↗
“Mr. Speaker, I ask unanimous consent that all Members may have 5 legislative days in which to revise and extend their remarks and to include extraneous material on H.R. 8823.”
House of Representatives20 July 2026Source ↗
“Mr. Speaker, I move to suspend the rules and pass the bill (H.R. 8823) to amend the Federal Employees Compensation Act to allow the Secretary of Labor to suspend payments to medical providers who have been convicted of fraud, as amended.”
House of Representatives20 July 2026Source ↗
“He also was a member of the Lenawee Intermediate School District Board of Education for 25 years, supporting students in our community. Sheriff Germond is a hero in every sense of the word and will be remembered as a model sheriff and a leader to many. Mr. Speaker, Sheriff Germond was a prominent member of the Lenawee community, and we honor him for his service and commitment to keeping us all safe. He will be sorely missed, and his impact on our community will be felt for generations to come. ____________________”
House of Representatives30 April 2025Source ↗