Grand Rapids Reporter

Congresswoman Hillary Scholten, who represents Michigan’s 3rd district in the U.S. Congress, recently highlighted her legislative efforts and local community achievements through a series of posts on her official Twitter account.

On July 23, 2025, Scholten addressed her focus on regional infrastructure and commerce: "As a Great Lakes Member of Congress, I am laser-focused on ensuring our waterways and the commerce traveling within them are moving smoothly. At this week’s @TransportDems hearing, I asked how we can support @FMC_gov’s efforts to reduce port congestion and boost transparency in https://t.co/UCWQ9trbpy".

The following day, July 24, 2025, she announced progress on maritime policy: "I’m thrilled that the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2025 passed the House with bipartisan support. Pleased to have worked alongside @TransportDems colleagues to include some of my top priorities in the final version of the bill, including: Strategizing the design and https://t.co/i4OXCiewGS".

Later that evening, Scholten commended a local institution for its service to residents with disabilities: "Kent District Library Talking Book & Braille Center’s commitment to serving readers with visual, physical, or print disabilities is truly exceptional. It was no surprise that they were awarded the 2025 Subregional Library/Advisory and Outreach Center of the Year Award! Thank you https://t.co/Ua9Xu1kDrs".

Hillary Scholten has served as U.S. Representative for Michigan's 3rd district since replacing Peter Meijer in 2023. She was born in Grand Rapids in 1982 and continues to reside there. Scholten holds a BA from Gordon College (2004) and earned her JD from the University of Maryland, Baltimore in 2011.