Grand Rapids Reporter

Congresswoman Hillary Scholten, representing Michigan's 3rd district since 2023, recently shared updates on her legislative activities and local acknowledgments via social media. Born in Grand Rapids, Michigan in 1982, Scholten has a background in law with degrees from Gordon College and the University of Maryland. Her recent posts highlight progress on a bipartisan bill and pay tribute to notable constituents.

On November 20, 2024, Scholten expressed satisfaction regarding the advancement of her bipartisan bill. She stated: "I’m glad to see my bipartisan bill, H.R.7642, moved to the next step in @NRDems! We’re one step closer to the final passage to reauthorize the Federal Junior Duck Stamp Conservation and Design Program – a time-honored American tradition that so many kids love participating in." This bill aims at reauthorizing a conservation program cherished by young participants across America.

The following day, on November 21, she posted another tweet containing only a link: "https://t.co/HCQyxnZKwr". The content of this link was not specified within the provided text.

Later on November 21, Scholten took to social media again to commend Minnie Forbes during a session on the House floor. She wrote: "This week on the House floor, I highlighted one of MI-03’s incredible constituents, Minnie Forbes. Minnie is the last living owner of a Negro League Baseball team, the Detroit Stars, and her legacy has echoed throughout West Michigan for decades." This acknowledgment emphasizes Forbes' historical significance as part of West Michigan's heritage.