Rep. Hillary Scholten

Do you volunteer, play sports, take part in clubs, scout programs, or enjoy outdoor adventures? Those activities could help you earn the Congressional Award.
This program recognizes young people ages 14 to 24 for growth in service, fitness, personal development, and exploration. I encourage West Michigan’s young leaders to learn more and apply through my website.

Congratulations to Grand Valley State on winning the NCAA Division II Men’s Track & Field National Championship. Your hard work, dedication, and excellence have made all of West Michigan proud. Go Lakers!

Safety on our roads is crucial, and I’m excited to see improvements coming to the US-131 S-Curve in downtown Grand Rapids.
These lighting upgrades will help improve visibility and make travel safer for the thousands of West Michiganders who rely on this corridor every day.

New lights to be added to S-curve this summer The project will begin May 26 and add new lighting, poles and foundations to the highway between Wealthy and Pearl streets.

From Washington to West Michigan, Straight Talk With Scholten breaks down the issues that matter. Subscribe on YouTube.

Are you a middle school or high school student in West Michigan? Consider participating in the Congressional App Challenge! It’s a great way to hone your skills and potentially feature your work in the U.S. Capitol. Learn more and register:
http://congressionalappchallenge.us

West Michigan’s tick season is no joke. Protect your kids, your pups, and yourself by checking for ticks after time outdoors and taking the right precautions before you head out. Stay safe and enjoy the sunshine.

Ticks Pose Growing Threat to Pets in West Michigan Pet owners in West Michigan are dealing with an unusually high number of ticks this year, prompting veterinarians to recommend increased prevention measures.

Women deserve health care systems and research that take their experiences seriously. I’m proud to introduce the Hormone Health Data and Research Act to help expand research into perimenopause and close longstanding gaps in women’s health.

As summer begins, so do the “100 deadliest days” on our roads for teen drivers. A simple reminder to West Michigan families: buckle up, slow down, put the phone away, and get home safely.

Memorial Day marks start of '100 deadliest days' on Michigan roads: important reminders for teen drivers Michigan safety officials warn Memorial Day starts the 100 deadliest days on roads. Here are the top reminders for teen drivers from MSP.

Families are struggling with the cost of groceries, gas, and housing, and this administration is focused on putting Donald Trump on a $250 bill. What a wasteful vanity project and misuse of taxpayer resources when Americans need real relief.
https://www.washingtonpost.com/investigations/2026/05/28/trump-250-bill-pushed-by-treasury-appointees/

My statement on the reports and testimony regarding conditions inside ICE’s detention facility at 26 Federal Plaza.