John Bergman — Republican Candidate for U.S. House in Michigan, 2026

Representative John Bergman sponsored H.R. 7682 to base H-2B nonimmigrant limitations on economic need. He supported H.R. 2, the Secure the Border Act of 2023, and cosponsored H.R. 6744, the No VA Resources for Illegal Aliens Act, stating a goal to protect U.S. citizens from illegal alien crime and to put Americans first. He criticized Senate immigration proposals as inadequate compared to H.R. 2. Bergman also joined a letter expressing concern over non-citizen voting.

““With the Biden border crisis rapidly worsening, it's imperative we protect the rights of U.S. citizens victimized by illegal alien crime.” — Rep. Bergman, Bergman.house.gov (following introduction of his legislation)”

John Bergman voted against a measure in February 2026 to extend health insurance subsidies. He also co-sponsored H.R. 3684, the Save America’s Rural Hospitals Act of 2025, which seeks to strengthen the financial stability and access to care for rural hospitals and healthcare providers. Additionally, he introduced a bill to improve the Rural Emergency Hospital Designation.

John Bergman received a 9% score from the League of Conservation Voters on his voting record concerning environment and climate issues, with a lifetime score of 7%. He has voted against multiple environmental protection bills and criticized the Biden administration's promotion of clean energy over fossil fuels. Bergman has supported efforts like the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative for local water and habitat restoration, and emphasized environmental stewardship of forever chemicals.

“This mark places an emphasis on military family housing and continues a focus on environmental stewardship of forever chemicals.”

John Bergman voted against a 2022 bill aimed at protecting abortion rights. He has been endorsed by Right to Life of Michigan, an organization that advocates for the fundamental right to life for an unborn child. His position aligns with the Republican party's platform on this issue.

John Bergman voted in favor of the "Pressure Regulatory Organizations To End Chinese Threats to (PROTECT) Taiwan Act" (HR 1531) and the "Securing America's Critical Minerals Supply Act" (HR 3617) in 2026. He also supported the "Protecting Americans' Data from Foreign Adversaries Act of 2024" (HR 7520) and the "Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act" (HR 7521). These votes align with his stated campaign promises to support national security and economic opportunities.

Representative John Bergman co-signed a letter to Appropriators advocating for Head Start to be funded at the highest level the Subcommittee deems possible. This action demonstrates his support for early childhood education programs.

U.S. Representative Jack Bergman introduced HR 45, the Firearm Industry Non-Discrimination Act (FIND Act). This bill aims to prevent corporations from using taxpayer funds to undermine Second Amendment rights. His efforts on this legislation have been publicly supported by the National Rifle Association.