{"database": "press", "table": "releases", "is_view": false, "human_description_en": "where chamber = \"House\", state = \"MI\" and year = 2023 sorted by date descending", "rows": [["https://scholten.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-scholten-hosts-end-year-telephone-town-hall-more-5200-west-michiganders", "Rep. Scholten Hosts End of Year Telephone Town Hall with More Than 5,200 West Michiganders", "2023-12-21", "2023", "2023-12", "Democrat", "House", "MI", "Hillary J. Scholten", "S001221", "scholten.house.gov", "scholten", "https://scholten.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Last night, Rep. Hillary Scholten (MI-03) hosted a telephone town hall following the release of her inaugural end of year report. During the town hall, more than 5,200 West Michiganders tuned in to hear Rep. Scholten and her team\u2019s legislative and casework achievements and receive an update on the pending immigration deal in the Senate and the ongoing Israel/Hamas war.\n\n\u201cI couldn\u2019t be more honored that West Michiganders trusted me to bring their voices to Congress. I\u2019m so proud of everything my team and I have accomplished this year \u2013 from returning more than $7 million to West Michigan families from federal agencies to securing more than $12.3 million in investments to our community to introducing eight bipartisan bills \u2013 and we\u2019re just getting started,\u201d said Rep. Scholten. \u201cI want to thank everyone who tuned in to hear our updates and ask incredibly important questions. I look forward to hosting many more town halls over the phone and in person in the coming year.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://scholten.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-scholten-delivers-20m-grants-casework-west-michigan-first-year", "Rep. Scholten Delivers $20M in Grants, Casework for West Michigan in First Year", "2023-12-19", "2023", "2023-12", "Democrat", "House", "MI", "Hillary J. Scholten", "S001221", "scholten.house.gov", "scholten", "https://scholten.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Find the End of Year Report here.\n\nWASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, Rep. Hillary Scholten (MI-03) celebrated the end of her first year in Congress by releasing her inaugural end of year report and announcing over $20M in grants and federal dollars returning to the community. The report details Rep. Scholten and her team\u2019s legislative and casework accomplishments, as well as her efforts to advocate for West Michigan in Washington, D.C.\n\n\u201cDespite the chaos of Congress, I\u2019ve stayed committed to my promise to West Michiganders \u2013 to provide steady, pragmatic leadership and work across the aisle to get things done for our community,\u201d said Rep. Scholten. \u201cThat\u2019s exactly what I\u2019ve done over this last year \u2013 from introducing several bipartisan bills to hosting town halls in every county to returning millions of dollars to West Michigan families from federal agencies \u2013 and I\u2019m just getting started. I\u2019m so excited to release this inaugural report to share our incredible work with West Michiganders.\u201d\n\nTOP HIGHLIGHTS:", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://scholten.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-scholten-applauds-signing-bills-reduce-muskegon-heights-public-school-debt", "Rep. Scholten Applauds Signing of Bills to Reduce Muskegon Heights Public School Debt, Expand Access to Clean Drinking Water", "2023-12-18", "2023", "2023-12", "Democrat", "House", "MI", "Hillary J. Scholten", "S001221", "scholten.house.gov", "scholten", "https://scholten.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "MUSKEGON, MI \u2013 Today, Rep. Hillary Scholten (MI-03) joined Governor Gretchen Whitmer and Michigan statehouse and community leaders to celebrate the signing of two state-level bills, House Bill 4292 and Senate Bill 174, to address critical clean drinking water needs in schools and child care centers, reduce public school debt, and invest in talent development. The legislation tackles some of Muskegon\u2019s top needs that Congresswoman Scholten and others encouraged the governor and state legislature to address.\n\nSpecifically, House Bill 4292 includes:\n\n$31.3 million to Muskegon Heights School District to pay off the school system\u2019s debt;\n\n$30 million to Grand Valley State University for essential building renovations and additions;\n\n$16.8 million to Grand Rapids Community College for library renovations;\n\n$15 million for PFAS remediation near Muskegon Lake;\n\n$50 million for drinking water filtration in schools and child care centers in areas of need;\n\nFunding for Medical Debt Relief Pilot Program; substance use treatment center; mental and behavioral health access improvements.\n\nSenate Bill 174 includes:\n\n$35 million for school-based health centers;\n\n$10 million for upgraded student health data systems;\n\nRevisions to outdated standards and requirements including district funding matches for state-sponsored programs.\n\n\u201cAs a mom, I know how important it is that Michigan kids have access to the high-quality education and clean drinking water they deserve, and I couldn't be more excited to see these bills signed into law right here in West Michigan,\u201d said Rep. Scholten. \u201cThese will have an incredible impact in Muskegon County and across our region. I am proud to have been part of talks in support of this legislation with the Governor and am happy to see everyone\u2019s hard work come to fruition to create a brighter future for our kids.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://stevens.house.gov/media/press-releases/third-stevens-bill-three-weeks-clears-house", "Third Stevens Bill In Three Weeks Clears House", "2023-12-17", "2023", "2023-12", "Democrat", "House", "MI", "Haley M. Stevens", "S001215", "stevens.house.gov", "stevens", "https://stevens.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 This week, the U.S. Hostage and Wrongful Detainee Day Act introduced by Rep. Haley Stevens (D-MI), Co-Chair of the Congressional Task Force on American Hostages and Americans Wrongfully Detained Abroad, passed the House as part of the bipartisan National Defense Authorization Act. This is the third piece of legislation introduced by Rep. Stevens to pass the House in the same number of weeks. The bill which calls for the proclamation of March 9th as an annual observance of Hostage and Wrongful Detainee Day and the adoption of a purpose-designed flag to be flown in hostages honor, was co-sponsored by Rep. French Hill (R-AR), Co-Chair of the Congressional Task Force. The bill was also adopted by the Senate and is expected to be signed into law by President Joe Biden.\n\n\u201cWith the uptick in hostage taking as a tactic by bad actors and lawless states, we must continue to bring awareness to the plight of Americans who are captive abroad,\u201d said Rep. Stevens (D-MI). \u201cThis legislation provides a means to ensure that every American wrongfully detained and their families know that Congress stands with them, and every American will stand with them in observance of national Hostage and Wrongful Detainee Day each March 9th. We won\u2019t stop our support until every single hostage is home with their family.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs more Americans are increasingly being wrongfully detained around the world, we must bring awareness to these Americans who are being held against their will,\u201d said Rep. French Hill (R-AR). \u201cOur bill demonstrates that Congress stands with wrongful detainees and their families, and that all Americans will stand in observance of National Hostage and Wrongful Detainee Day every year on March 9. We will continue to work diligently together until every wrongfully detained American is home safe and reunited with their families.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://scholten.house.gov/media/press-releases/statement-reps-kildee-scholten-new-reports-illegal-child-labor", "Statement by Reps. Kildee, Scholten on New Reports of Illegal Child Labor", "2023-12-15", "2023", "2023-12", "Democrat", "House", "MI", "Hillary J. Scholten", "S001221", "scholten.house.gov", "scholten", "https://scholten.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON\u2014 Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-08) and Congresswoman Hillary Scholten (MI-03), co-chairs of the Child Labor Prevention Task Force, today issued the following statement after new reporting in the New York Times detailed systemic exploitation of children in the U.S. roofing industry:\n\n\u201cThe stories in this report are heartbreaking and unacceptable. We cannot continue to turn a blind eye to children suffering terrible injuries, or being killed, in dangerous jobs.\n\n\u201cThe current enforcement of our child labor laws, and penalties for breaking those laws, are failing to deter bad actors. Congress must do more to combat illegal child labor and pass new legislation to crack down on violations and hold employers accountable.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://thanedar.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-shri-thanedar-celebrates-the-inclusion-of-equitable-contracting-and-small-business-advancement-act-in-fy24-ndaa", "Rep. Shri Thanedar Celebrates the Inclusion of \"Equitable Contracting and Small Business Advancement Act\" in FY24 NDAA", "2023-12-15", "2023", "2023-12", "Democrat", "House", "MI", "Shri Thanedar", "T000488", "thanedar.house.gov", "thanedar", "https://thanedar.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC - December 15, 2023 - Congressman Shri Thanedar (MI-13) proudly announces the successful inclusion of his bill, the \"Equitable Contracting and Small Business Advancement Act,\" as an amendment in the Fiscal Year 2024 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). This landmark achievement underscores a significant stride towards fostering equity in defense contracting, particularly for small and disadvantaged businesses.\n\n\"The inclusion of the 'Equitable Contracting and Small Business Advancement Act' in this year's NDAA is a victory for small businesses,\" said Congressman Thanedar. \"It will help ensure that small businesses,the foundation of our communities, are given fair opportunities to participate in defense contracts, promoting a more inclusive and diverse industrial base.\"\n\nKey Highlights of the Amendment:\n\nRequires Mandatory Briefings: The Department of Defense (DoD) will provide Congress with annual briefings on the implementation of category management practices and their impact on small business contracting opportunities.\n\nFocus on Small Business Empowerment: Emphasis on enhancing contracting opportunities for small and disadvantaged businesses in the defense sector.\n\nTransparency and Accountability: Increased oversight and reporting on the success and challenges faced by small businesses in defense contracts.\n\nPromotion of Diversity and Inclusion: Ensuring the DoD's commitment to including a diverse range of small businesses in contracts, thereby fostering economic equality.\n\n\"This is more than just a policy change; it's a meaningful step towards creating a more equitable and just economy,\" added Congressman Thanedar. \"Our small businesses deserve every opportunity to succeed, and this amendment in the NDAA is a move in the right direction.\"\n\nThe FY24 NDAA, with the inclusion of this amendment, demonstrates a strong effort to support the nation's defense while championing the cause of small businesses and economic diversity. Congressman Thanedar's leadership and dedication to this cause have been pivotal in this significant legislative achievement.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-votes-aggressive-measures-reset-us-ccp-economic-relationship", "Moolenaar Votes For Aggressive Measures to Reset the US-CCP Economic Relationship", "2023-12-14", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "MI", "John R. Moolenaar", "M001194", "moolenaar.house.gov", "moolenaar", "https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Congressman John Moolenaar, a member of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), voted for a report containing nearly 150 policy recommendations to reset the economic relationship between the U.S. and China. Included in the report is a recommendation pushed by Moolenaar to ensure American tax dollars do not go to companies beholden to the CCP. Another recommendation pushed by Moolenaar calls for national security guardrails to protect energy research. Those measures and the entire report were adopted with wide bipartisan support from the members of the committee.\n\n\u201cOur economic relationship with the Chinese Communist Party must change. The CCP has been using its economic aggression to take advantage of American policies. Michigan workers and businesses are hurting because of it. The policies recommended by my colleagues and I must be addressed by Congress to help ensure our country is competing on a level playing field,\u201d said Moolenaar. \u201cMy recommendations to safeguard energy research and make sure CCP-affiliated companies do not receive taxpayer funding are crucial to the future of our nation. Congress should quickly heed the Select Committee\u2019s recommendations, including passing my NO GOTION Act.\u201d\n\nThe recommendation supported by Moolenaar on prohibiting green energy tax credits for CCP-affiliated companies on page 38 reads \"Enacting strong guardrails for tax credit eligibility to ensure federal incentives aimed at bolstering U.S. competitiveness do not benefit the CCP.\"\n\nThe provision on battery research security is on page 46 and it says, \"Encourage and fund research for electric vehicle (EV) battery technology\u2014particularly alternative battery chemistries\u2014including for the manufacturing of advanced prototypes. Support efforts to scale up the domestic supply chain for EV batteries, while ensuring the implementation of national security guardrails against the flow of federal incentives to the CCP.\"\n\nIn November, Moolenaar introduced the No Official Giveaways Of Taxpayers\u2019 Income to Oppressive Nations (NO GOTION) Act. The bill would prohibit companies based in China, or the subsidiaries of those companies, from receiving green energy tax credits established under Biden\u2019s Inflation Reduction Act.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://scholten.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-scholten-votes-raise-pay-servicemembers", "Rep. Scholten Votes to Raise Pay for Servicemembers", "2023-12-14", "2023", "2023-12", "Democrat", "House", "MI", "Hillary J. Scholten", "S001221", "scholten.house.gov", "scholten", "https://scholten.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, Rep. Hillary Scholten (MI-03) voted in favor of the bipartisan National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which will raise pay for servicemembers by 5.2% and fund America\u2019s national security priorities.\n\nSpecifically, the FY2024 NDAA:\n\nSupports the 5.2% pay raise proposed in the President\u2019s budget request;\n\nExpands eligibility for the Basic Needs Allowance (program that provides funds for food, housing, etc. for lowest paid;\n\nMakes significant investments in military family housing, child development centers, and replacing failing unaccompanied housing (barracks);\n\nImproves family leave eligibility for federal employees;\n\nInvests a record $150 million for HBCUs;\n\nProvides $650 million worth of investments in energy resilience and energy conservation projects.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m thrilled that the House came together in a bipartisan way to fund our national security priorities and give our troops a much deserved 5.2% pay raise, which is the least we can do for these heroes who work day in and day out to protect our country. Our bipartisan NDAA will also support military families by expanding access to childcare and safe base housing, which is a top priority of mine,\u201d said Rep. Scholten.\u201cI look forward to seeing this legislation signed into law as we continue our work to serve our nation\u2019s military members and their families and defend our nation and its values at home and abroad.\u201d\n\nFull bill text of the FY24 NDAA can be found here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://stevens.house.gov/media/press-releases/stevens-introduces-bill-keep-forever-chemicals-out-our-air", "Stevens Introduces Bill to Keep Forever Chemicals Out of Our Air", "2023-12-14", "2023", "2023-12", "Democrat", "House", "MI", "Haley M. Stevens", "S001215", "stevens.house.gov", "stevens", "https://stevens.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Today, Rep. Haley Stevens (D-MI) introduced the Prevent Release of Toxic Emissions, Contamination and Transfer (PROTECT) Act, which would direct the EPA to issue a final rule to add PFAS chemicals to the list of hazardous air pollutants and thus trigger the process for the EPA to set emission reduction standards for these dangerous chemicals. Rep. Debbie Dingell (D-MI), Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA), Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-MI), and Rep. Bill Posey (R-FL) are original co-sponsors of the bill.\n\n\u201cForever chemicals are harmful to people and the planet,\u201d said Rep. Haley Stevens (D-MI). \u201cI\u2019m proud to introduce the PROTECT Act to empower the EPA to implement emission reduction standards for forever chemicals. This is a vital step toward ensuring the air we breathe is clean and our environment is protected.\u201d\n\n\u201cPFAS are pervasive, man-made chemicals that pose an urgent threat to public health and our environment,\u201d said Rep. Debbie Dingell (D-MI) And the number of contaminated sites is growing at an alarming rate throughout Michigan and across the country. I\u2019m proud to be a partner on the bipartisan PROTECT Act\u2014also included in the PFAS Action Act\u2014which will finally address the threat of PFAS in the air we breathe by adding it to the list of hazardous chemicals under the Clean Air Act.\u201d\n\n\"All Americans have a right to clean air, free from hazardous and harmful chemical emissions,\" saidRep. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA), co-chair of the Congressional PFAS Task Force. \" Per- and polyfluoroalkyl contamination remains a serious public health and environmental threat to our communities in Bucks and Montgomery counties and others across the nation. Our bipartisan legislation would require these \u2018forever chemicals\u2019 to be properly designated and regulated under the Clean Air Act, ensuring that the next generation is protected from the damaging health effects of PFAS.\u201d\n\n\u201cOur communities can't wait,\u201d said Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-MI). \u201cThe federal government needs to act quickly to protect our communities from PFAS forever chemicals. The PROTECT Act will spur EPA action to regulate PFAS as a hazard to our health and jumpstart cleanup efforts \u2014with the polluters footing the bill.\u201d\n\nPer- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a group of man-made chemicals that have been detected at airports, military bases, firehouses and fire training facilities, waste-water treatment plants, and other industrial sites. Exposure to PFAS chemicals has been linked to cancer and other illnesses. A report found that Michigan has the highest number of PFAS contamination sites in the nation. PFAS has been prevalent in the water supply, but it is also emitted into the air. The bill would help the EPA in its mission by adding PFAS chemicals to the list of hazardous air pollutants under Section 112(b) of the Clean Air Act.\n\nCongresswoman Haley Stevens is a member of the bipartisan House PFAS Task Force.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-votes-authorize-biden-impeachment-inquiry", "Moolenaar Votes to Authorize Biden Impeachment Inquiry", "2023-12-13", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "MI", "John R. Moolenaar", "M001194", "moolenaar.house.gov", "moolenaar", "https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Today, Congressman John Moolenaar voted to authorize an impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden. The vote follows months of Congressional investigations into the Biden family\u2019s financial dealings, which have found concerning links between President Biden, members of his family, and foreign business associates.\n\n\u201cI believe the allegations made against President Biden need to be further investigated. Today\u2019s vote is the beginning of the process and will give House committees the authorization they need to continue their investigation. The House of Representatives has a responsibility to uncover all the facts of this matter and follow them where they lead,\u201d said Moolenaar.\n\nSince 2021, President Biden\u2019s connection with his son\u2019s overseas business dealings has come under scrutiny. The White House has claimed the president never spoke to his son about his foreign business deals. However, the investigations conducted by the House of Representatives found that President Biden spoke with his son\u2019s business partners and uncovered direct payments from Biden family members to the president.\n\nThe House of Representatives has the authority to impeach outlined in Article I Section II of the U.S. Constitution, which reads, \u201cThe House of Representatives shall chuse their Speaker and other Officers; and shall have the sole Power of Impeachment.\u201d\n\nArticle II Section IV of the U.S. Constitution states, \u201cThe President, Vice President and all Civil Officers of the United States, shall be removed from Office on impeachment for, and Conviction of, Treason, Bribery, or other high Crimes and Misdemeanors.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1156", "Bergman-Backed Reforms Pass House, Will Improve Healthcare Costs and Transparency", "2023-12-12", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "MI", "Jack Bergman", "B001301", "bergman.house.gov", "bergman", "https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx", "scraper", "Last night, Representative Bergman joined with his colleagues to pass a package of bipartisan health reforms through the House which enhance price transparency, decrease costs in healthcare, extend critical healthcare programs, and increase access to health information for patients. The broad bipartisan support that H.R. 5378 received was a resounding message of commitment to rural healthcare systems across the country, especially in Michigan\u2019s First District, which has more than 70 Community Health Centers.\n\nThe Lower Costs, More Transparency Act will do the following:\n\n\u00b7 Extend mandatory spending for Community Health Centers, which are crucial for patients in rural and underserved areas;\n\n\u00b7 Prevent cuts to hospitals that take care of uninsured and low-income patients;\n\n\u00b7 Lower out-of-pocket costs for seniors who receive medication at a hospital-owned outpatient facility or doctor\u2019s office;\n\n\u00b7 Expand access to more affordable generic drugs;", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://mcclain.house.gov/2023/12/mcclain-introduces-save-women-in-sports-act", "McClain Introduces Save Women's Sports Act", "2023-12-12", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "MI", "Lisa C. McClain", "M001136", "mcclain.house.gov", "mcclain", "https://mcclain.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Today, Congresswoman Lisa McClain (R-MI) introduced the Save Women\u2019s Sports Act. This legislation would prohibit schools that receive Federal financial assistance from allowing biological males to compete against females in athletics. Schools that aren\u2019t in compliance with the law would be at risk of losing their federal funding.\n\n\u201cWe are not going to sit back and let federally funded schools strip away the Title IX protections for female athletes,\u201d said Rep. Lisa McClain. \u201cThe House has the power of the purse, and if there are schools out there that want to allow biological males to unfairly compete against females, then they need to find funding elsewhere. We cannot allow President Biden to undermine the sanctity of women\u2019s sports, and I will never stop fighting for the rights of our daughters to compete fairly.\u201d\n\nPresident Biden has chosen to go to war against Title IX and women\u2019s sports. He would rather follow his party's radical agenda than stand up for the women he pretends to support. Defending our daughters shouldn\u2019t be a partisan issue. House Republicans will make certain that Title IX isn\u2019t jeopardized by nonsensical political wars. Women have shown their strengths and athletic feats to the world, and their ability to compete on an even playing field without biological disadvantages is worth fighting for.\n\nTo read the full Resolution text, click here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-dingell-correa-introduce-bipartisan-legislation-stop", "Moolenaar, Dingell, Correa Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Stop Tuberculosis Outbreaks", "2023-12-12", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "MI", "John R. Moolenaar", "M001194", "moolenaar.house.gov", "moolenaar", "https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Congressman John Moolenaar, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI), and Congressman Lou Correa (D-CA) have introduced H.R. 6705, the Effective Screening and Testing for Tuberculosis Act. The legislation would require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to put in place requirements for the testing and screening of tuberculosis (TB) in donor materials used in medical procedures.\n\nThe bill comes in response to the passing of Shandra Eisenga of Marion due to complications from TB, which she contracted during surgery requiring a bone graft. Thirty-six patients in seven states contracted TB after receiving a tissue donation from the same donor, with two passing away from complications.\n\n\u201cNo family should have to endure the pain Shandra and her family have experienced. It is long overdue that the Department of Health and Human Services have requirements in place to stop TB outbreaks like the one earlier this year,\u201d said Moolenaar. \u201cMy bipartisan bill is common sense, and will require testing for tuberculosis to help ensure TB outbreaks from tissue donors never happen again.\u201d\n\n\u201cIn the last two years, we\u2019ve witnessed multiple cases of bone graft recipients suffering and losing their lives due to tuberculosis infection. This is a preventable tragedy, and we must do more to protect patients. This legislation will take meaningful steps to strengthen regulations and enhance TB testing and screening to prevent infection from HCT/P,\u201d said Dingell.\n\n\u201cNo family should have to endure the pain that Shandra\u2019s are, not when the pain could have been prevented,\u201d Correa said. \u201cThat\u2019s why my colleagues and I are introducing this bipartisan legislation today\u2014to require testing for tuberculosis from tissue donors, and ensure that outbreaks like this never happen again. The Department of Health and Human Services has a duty to step up in the wake of this crisis, and we won\u2019t relent in our call for them to do so.\n\nIn August, Moolenaar and Dingell wrote to Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Robert Califf, calling on him to issue guidance on tissue donor eligibility following the TB outbreak earlier this year. The text of Moolenaar's legislation can be found here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-named-international-dairy-foods-association-leadership-award", "Moolenaar Named International Dairy Foods Association Leadership Award Recipient", "2023-12-11", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "MI", "John R. Moolenaar", "M001194", "moolenaar.house.gov", "moolenaar", "https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Congressman John Moolenaar has been awarded the International Dairy Foods Association\u2019s (IDFA) Leadership Award. This honor is given annually to federal lawmakers in recognition of their support for the U.S. dairy industry. Moolenaar was one of just two members of the House of Representatives to receive the award this year.\n\n\u201cI am honored to receive IDFA\u2019s Leadership Award for 2023. The dairy industry is vital to Michigan\u2019s economy and plays an important role in the lives of Michigan families,\u201d said Moolenaar. \u201cI will continue to support policies that help Michigan dairy producers get their products to market and feed our country.\u201d\n\nThe dairy industry employs more than 3.2 million people in the United States and has a national economic impact of more than $700 billion annually. Michigan is home to 92 dairy processing plants, shipping Pure Michigan products across America and around the world.\n\nCongressman Moolenaar being presented the IDFA Leadership Award.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1153", "Bergman: Our Growing Government Needs Better Oversight", "2023-12-07", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "MI", "Jack Bergman", "B001301", "bergman.house.gov", "bergman", "https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx", "scraper", "Read Rep. Jack Bergman's recent op-ed in The Hill here or below:\n\nIn just three years President Biden\u2019s administration has pushed America\u2019s fiscal standing from bad to worse through partisan bills and executive actions.\n\nDue to White House policies, supported by Democrats in Congress, we are now looking at record debt, deficits and interest payments.\n\nPresident Biden has driven us to the budgetary brink. And while the fiscal state of our union is dire, it is not unfixable. But we need to get to work.\n\nAs chairman of the House Budget Committee\u2019s Oversight Task Force, I am determined to bring transparency to the American people and begin to reverse the curse of our massive spending problem.\n\nIt starts with better oversight.\n\nOne of the first places to look are some of the costly legislative measures crafted by congressional Democrats and signed into law by President Biden. Better oversight will ask: Is this money being spent wisely?\n\nWhen the $1.9 trillion partisan American Rescue Plan passed early in 2021, there was still over $1 trillion remaining in unspent COVID-19 funds that were previously passed on a bipartisan basis.\n\nThe Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act increased spending over the ten-year budget window by $1.1 trillion, according to the Congressional Budget Office\u2019s (CBO) baseline released after the bill was enacted. How is all this money being spent?\n\nThe Inflation Reduction Act supercharged the Internal Revenue Service by $80 billion and expanded Green New Deal policies at agencies such as the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) by billions of dollars. The legislation contributed to the EPA\u2019s ten-year outlays growing by 163.9 percent since President Biden took office, according to the non-partisan CBO.\n\nSimply put, in just a few years, legislation signed by President Biden has increased spending by $6 trillion with little oversight, accountability, or transparency.\n\nExecutive actions also should not be overlooked.\n\nFor instance, in August 2021, the Department of Agriculture (USDA) unilaterally increased Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits by 23 percent, costing up to $300 billion over ten years, according to CBO. The Government Accountability Office reported that by doing so, USDA lacked any clear peer-review process and violated the Congressional Review Act.\n\nJust to put this in more perspective, CBO\u2019s February 2021 baseline projected ten-year spending for SNAP at $766 billion; the most recent CBO baseline from May 2023 projects SNAP will spend over $1.2 trillion over the next decade.\n\nThese initiatives have undeniable consequences and major fiscal implications.\n\nSince President Biden took office, government-wide projected ten-year outlays have increased from $61.2 trillion to over $80 trillion or by 30.8 percent, marking a 10 percent jump in outlays as a percentage of GDP.\n\nDebt has increased by $6 trillion or 21.6 percent since January 2021 and projected ten-year deficits are up by $8 trillion or 65.6 percent. 2023\u2019s deficit was initially projected to be $963 billion when President Biden took office. After the enactment of his policies this figure ended up at $2 trillion after adjusting for the student loan executive action.\n\nAs a result of this massive run-up in debt and deficits, combined with the recent surge in interest rates, the cost to finance the debt has increased by $6 trillion, or by 131.9 percent over the next decade.\n\nSome will argue that America has a revenue problem. This is an utterly false assumption. Since the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 has been on the books, the country\u2019s revenues are up by almost 34 percent. Moreover, federal revenues are higher than what was initially projected before President Biden took office, according to CBO.\n\nIt is very clear, America has a spending problem, and the current administration has only made this problem worse.\n\nWashington must be more responsible with taxpayers\u2019 hard-earned money. It begins with acknowledging the magnitude of our spending problem and providing the American people with the perspective and transparency they are entitled to. More aggressive oversight, like that which we plan to do at the House Budget Committee, is the first step to do just that.\n\nJack Bergman is the chairman of the House Republican Budget Committee Task Force on Oversight.\n\nThe Task Force has published a formal Request for Information in addition to a whistleblower portal to encourage federal employees and U.S. citizens to bring forth any budgetary malfeasance.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://mcclain.house.gov/2023/12/mcclain", "Passage of Rep. McClain's H.J. Res 88", "2023-12-07", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "MI", "Lisa C. McClain", "M001136", "mcclain.house.gov", "mcclain", "https://mcclain.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.J. Res.88 in a statement vote that would ensure President Biden cannot override the authority of the Supreme Court of the United States of America. Introduced by Congresswoman Lisa McClain (R-MI), this resolution provides for Congressional disapproval of the Biden Administration's unconstitutional plan to cancel student loan debt for borrowers in an attempt to push through his free college agenda.\n\n\u201cPresident Biden\u2019s disastrous free college plan is a slap in the face to Americans across the country who went to college and paid off their loans, and to Americans who never went to college in the first place,\u201d said Rep. Lisa McClain \u201cTrying to undermine the authority of the Supreme Court, even after they ruled this plan was unconstitutional shows us how little the President cares about our institutions, rather he will do whatever he can to force his radical agenda onto the nation.\u201d\n\nThe Wharton Business School Budget Model estimates that the President\u2019s plan would cost taxpayers nearly $500 billion over the next decade. Make no mistake, efforts to cancel student debt in the United States are nothing more than a luxurious handout to Biden\u2019s elite backers, not a saving grace for hardworking Americans. House Republicans stand to help the Americans who take responsibility for their loans and pay their bills, not those who cry out for government assistance for their expensive choices.\n\nRead the full text of the Resolution here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/one-month-later-gotion-must-listen-will-mecosta-county-voters", "One Month Later, Gotion Must Listen to the Will of Mecosta County Voters", "2023-12-07", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "MI", "John R. Moolenaar", "M001194", "moolenaar.house.gov", "moolenaar", "https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Today, Congressman John Moolenaar renewed his call for Gotion, a Chinese Communist Party (CCP)-affiliated battery company, to end its plans to build a factory in Mecosta County. On November 7, Green Charter Township residents voted to recall the entire Board of Trustees that signed the initial agreement with Gotion. Then, on December 3, the newly elected members of the Green Charter Township Board of Trustees voted to rescind the community's support for the project.\n\n\u201cOne month ago, the residents of Green Charter Township made it clear they do not want Gotion in their community. Then this week, the Township Board rescinded its support as well. Sadly, but not surprisingly, a Chinese Communist Party-affiliated company has shown little interest in listening to the will of the people. I continue to believe Gotion should listen to the results of the election and the new Board of Trustees, and cancel its plans to build in Mecosta County,\u201d said Moolenaar.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://mcclain.house.gov/2023/12/rejecting-the-epa-s-ev-mandate", "Rejecting the EPA\u2019s EV Mandate", "2023-12-06", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "MI", "Lisa C. McClain", "M001136", "mcclain.house.gov", "mcclain", "https://mcclain.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C.- Today, Congresswoman Lisa McClain (R-Mich.) held a joint press conference with other members of the House to urge Congress to limit the funds available for the implementation of the EPA\u2019s electric vehicle mandate. This rule, proposed by the EPA would require that over two-thirds of all vehicles sold in the United States be electric by the year 2032.\n\n\u201cMandating American automakers to produce EVs when the market is not ready for it is ridiculous, and the impact on our economic future will be devastating,\u201d said Rep. Lisa McClain. \u201cNot only would this move strip American consumers of their choice in the market, but it would make Americans rely upon the Chinese battery industry, further empowering the CCP. This draconian mandate coming from the Biden administration is just plain dumb.\u201d\n\nIn a time when China is doing everything in its power to overtake the United States on the world stage, giving them a manufacturing gift like this would be devastating. The EPA should be in no position to force electric vehicles onto the nation in their attempt to cripple the combustion engine and its adjacent industries. America is a nation where consumer choice must remain free, and our government should never give China a golden ticket to have a controlling stake in our auto industry.\n\nWatch the press conference here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-votes-end-bidens-executive-rules-electric-vehicles", "Moolenaar Votes To End Biden\u2019s Executive Rules on Electric Vehicles", "2023-12-06", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "MI", "John R. Moolenaar", "M001194", "moolenaar.house.gov", "moolenaar", "https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Today, Congressman John Moolenaar voted to pass H.R. 4468, the Choice in Automobile Retail Sales (CARS) Act of 2023. The legislation would block the Environmental Protection Agency from enforcing Biden administration rules on tailpipe emission standards that will force gas-powered vehicles out of the auto market in order to increase the number of electric vehicles sold in the U.S.\n\n\u201cPresident Biden\u2019s push for electric vehicles goes against what the American people want and plays right into the hands of the Chinese Communist Party, which wants to monopolize critical minerals and the EV supply chain. When our nation made the shift from typewriters to computers, we didn\u2019t need government rules to end the sale of typewriters. President Biden should end his out-of-touch EPA rules and let Americans choose the vehicles they want,\u201d said Moolenaar.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://scholten.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-scholten-announces-90k-americorps-funding-support-west-michigan", "Rep. Scholten Announces $90k in AmeriCorps Funding to Support West Michigan Organizations", "2023-12-06", "2023", "2023-12", "Democrat", "House", "MI", "Hillary J. Scholten", "S001221", "scholten.house.gov", "scholten", "https://scholten.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, Rep. Hillary Scholten (MI-03) announced $99,360 in funding through AmeriCorps, the agency for service and volunteering, for the development of new AmeriCorps VISTA projects in West Michigan.\n\n\u201cService is central to who we are as West Michiganders, and every day, the Greater Grand Rapids NAACP and HOAP work to improve the lives of our friends and neighbors,\u201dsaid Rep. Scholten. \u201cThese much-needed funds will be essential to their work to create a better West Michigan for all, especially those who have been ignored for far too long. I look forward to seeing the change this funding will bring to our community.\u201d\n\nThe AmeriCorps VISTA program sends corps members to local organizations across the country to work on anti-poverty projects and expand their organization's capacity. Each corps member serves for one year.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://stevens.house.gov/media/press-releases/second-stevens-bill-two-weeks-sails-through-house-demonstrating-commitment", "Second Stevens Bill in Two Weeks Sails through House Demonstrating Commitment to Nation\u2019s Research Agenda", "2023-12-06", "2023", "2023-12", "Democrat", "House", "MI", "Haley M. Stevens", "S001215", "stevens.house.gov", "stevens", "https://stevens.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 This week, the U.S. House of Representatives passed on suspension the DOE and NSF Interagency Research Act (H.R. 2980) led by Congresswoman Haley Stevens (D-MI), Ranking Member of the Research and Technology Subcommittee on the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee. Co-led by Congressman Jim Baird (R-IN), the bill authorizes critical collaborative research between the Department of Energy and National Science Foundation on issues including quantum computing, foundational research, advanced manufacturing, and STEM education.\n\nThis is the second time in as many weeks that bipartisan legislation introduced by Congresswoman Stevens has passed the House.\n\n\u201cDOE and NSF represent some of our nation\u2019s most cutting-edge research activities supporting the innovation that we require to solve our most pressing issues and remain competitive on the world stage,\u201d said Ranking Member Stevens. \u201cThe work of these two agencies is critical to developing the solutions needed to our nation\u2019s most pressing issues. The CHIPS and Science Act, that I helped author along with my Science Committee colleagues, strengthens DOE and NSF, and aims to set them up for success in the coming years. To ensure that we are maximizing the impact of that historic bill, we must promote cross-cutting interagency research activities\u2014this bill will do just that. I was proud to join in leading this bill with my colleague Representative Jim Baird and I look forward to seeing this effort to the finish line.\u201d\n\n\u201cOperating in a silo is never the best practice, especially when conducting scientific research,\u201d said Congressman Baird. \u201cI\u2019m pleased the House is prioritizing interagency cooperation at the Department of Energy and the National Science Foundation by passing my legislation directing them to coordinate regularly and share their findings. I\u2019d like to thank Congresswoman Stevens for her support in passing this bill, and I urge the Senate to take up this legislation without delay.\u201d\n\nCongresswoman Stevens serves as the Ranking Member of the Research and Technology Subcommittee on the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee, where she serves as a leading voice in support of the United States\u2019 premiere federal research agencies.\n\nComplete text of the bill can be found here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases/house-passes-walberg-bill-protect-automobile-choice", "House Passes Walberg Bill to Protect Automobile Choice", "2023-12-06", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "MI", "Tim Walberg", "W000798", "walberg.house.gov", "walberg", "https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. -- Today, the House passed the Choice in Automobile Retail Sales (CARS) Act with bipartisan support by a vote of 221-197. The legislation, introduced by Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-05) and Andrew Clyde (GA-09), would prohibit the Biden administration from implementing aggressive emission standards for light and medium-duty vehicles that limit consumer choice by requiring over two-thirds of all new vehicles to be electric by 2032. The CARS Act would also prevent the EPA from implementing future vehicle emissions regulations that would mandate certain technologies or limit the availability of vehicles based on engine type.\n\n\u201cJust last week, nearly 4,000 car dealers sent a letter to the Biden administration asking them to reconsider their EV mandate, citing a lack of demand from consumers. Today, with the passage of the CARS Act, the House showed we're listening,\u201d said Rep. Walberg. \"Instead of tying the hands of American car manufacturers and forcing families to purchase vehicles not conducive to their lifestyle and pricing many families out of the market, we should encourage consumer choice. The passage of the CARS Act is a win for not only the consumer but the entire auto industry, from the workers producing engines in my district to the dealers who can meet the demand for other vehicles. We have to be realistic, and while EVs may play a large role in the future of the auto industry, Washington should not discount other technologies like hydrogen, hybrids, and the internal combustion engine. The CARS Act has already received bipartisan support in the Senate, and they should act swiftly by bringing it up for a vote.\"\n\nThe Choice in Automobile Retail Sales (CARS) Act\n\nThe Choice in Automobile Retail Sales (CARS) Act would stop this executive overreach by preventing the implementation of regulations that seek to limit consumer choice, instead allowing consumers to choose the vehicle that best meets their needs. The legislation would:\n\nProhibit the EPA from finalizing, implementing, or enforcing its proposed rule titled \u201cMulti-Pollutant Emissions Standards for Model Year 2027 and Later Light-Duty and Medium-Duty Vehicles\u201d\n\nProhibit the use of authority under the Clean Air Act to issue regulations that mandate the use of any specific technology or that would limit the availability of new motor vehicles based on that vehicle\u2019s engine type\n\nRequire the EPA to update any regulations that result in the limited availability of new vehicles based upon that vehicle\u2019s engine within two years\n\nEnd the EPA\u2019s radical agenda, which is driving up costs for people and handing the keys of America\u2019s auto industry to China\n\nFull text of the bill can be found here.\n\nCongressman Walberg recently penned an op-ed with Heather Reams on why Biden's electric vehicle strategy is not the silver bullet to reduce emissions.\n\nBackground\n\nIn April 2023, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a proposed rule titled \u201cMulti-Pollutant Emissions Standards for Model Year 2027 and Later Light-Duty and Medium-Duty Vehicles.\u201d This rule would set stringent emissions standards for criteria pollutants and greenhouse gasses for these vehicles, and the EPA has projected that due to these aggressive standards, over two-thirds of all new vehicles will be electric by 2032.\n\nThis proposal has raised serious concerns regarding the accessibility of affordable vehicles for the average American consumer. According to recent research from CRES Forum, the average EV owner\u2019s household income is over $100,000, which only equates to about 31% of U.S. households, making electric vehicles an unrealistic option for the majority of American families. Supply chain shortages have also caused the prices of EVs to continue to rise, making electric vehicles further out of reach for consumers.\n\nCongressman Walberg serves on the House Energy and Commerce Committee and the House Education and the Workforce Committee. For more information on Walberg's work in Congress visit walberg.house.gov.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1150", "Bergman & Newhouse: Continued Investment in Soo Locks Critical to National and Economic Security", "2023-12-05", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "MI", "Jack Bergman", "B001301", "bergman.house.gov", "bergman", "https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx", "scraper", "Representative Jack Bergman (R-MI) and Representative Dan Newhouse (R-WA) wrote an op-ed to urge timely investment in and continued modernization of the Soo Locks. They underscored the utility and necessity of this critical infrastructure in their opinion piece, which you can read here or below:\n\nInvesting in and modernizing the Soo Locks is a matter of great economic and national security for our country.\n\nLocated on the St. Marys River in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, the Soo Locks have been recognized as vitally important since World War II, since they connect Lake Superior to the other four Great Lakes and waters beyond. However, only two of the four locks at the Soo are operational, and 88% of the commercial traffic is limited by size to a single lock.\n\nDue to decades of a lack of modernization and investment, the Soo Locks are in drastic need of revitalization and expansion. It\u2019s up to Congress to continue to advance investment in this critical infrastructure, which serves as the linchpin of economic and national security for not only the Midwestern region but the rest of the country.\n\nThe Soo Locks allow commercial, recreational, and military vessels to traverse the 21-foot drop from Lake Superior to the lower Great Lakes and are a critical node in the Great Lakes Navigation System. For producers of American appliances, automobiles, construction, and farm and mining equipment, the Soo Locks are vital for their livelihoods. Nearly 95% of the country\u2019s iron ore pellets, essential for the steel industry, travel through the Locks.\n\nWithout this mode of transportation, the supply chain for American steel production and manufacturing would suffer greatly. The dedicated men and women there ensure that vessels passing through the Soo Locks can haul an estimated 75 million tons of cargo annually for industries that contribute more than $1 trillion to America\u2019s economy. This, combined with the 123,000 jobs and $22.6 billion in economic activity generated, serves as evidence that preserving these Locks will, in turn, preserve our nation\u2019s security and global competitiveness.\n\nHowever, the construction of a third, larger lock is necessary to avoid any disruptions of shipping traffic through the Great Lakes. Construction of a new lock commenced in 2020 and is set to be completed by 2030, but many challenges have slowed progress. Spurred by inflation, a nationwide labor shortage, and inaccurate early cost estimates, the price tag for the project has tripled since construction began.\n\nTo make matters worse, the Biden administration did not include sufficient funding in its fiscal 2024 budget request to Congress, which could result in another cost increase and delay the completion timeline by a year or more. The administration must recognize the importance of the Soo Locks and support congressional efforts to ensure the new lock at the Soo is completed on a reasonable timeline and in an efficient manner.\n\nThe strategic importance of the Soo Locks to the North American economy cannot be overstated. As members of the Congressional Western Caucus, we are dedicated to supporting water infrastructure and America\u2019s rural communities, and we will continue to push the modernization and expansion of the Soo Locks system.\n\nOur economy is dependent on the locks, and if expansion is not completed in a timely manner, the consequences will be felt for years to come.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1152", "Bergman, Browley Bill Passes House, Will Expand Home Care Options for Veterans", "2023-12-05", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "MI", "Jack Bergman", "B001301", "bergman.house.gov", "bergman", "https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx", "scraper", "Today, legislation introduced by Representative Jack Bergman (R-MI) and Representative Julia Brownley (D-CA) passed the House with broad bipartisan support. The bill, H.R. 542, the \u201cElizabeth Dole Home Care Act of 2023,\u201d is a monumental victory for our Nation\u2019s Veterans.\n\nThe legislation will transform the landscape of long-term care for Veterans by improving and expanding the VA Home and Community-Based Services program. The bipartisan bill is tailored to older Veterans, requiring VA to ensure those entering their later years have access to the long-term care option that meets their specific needs and desires.\n\nRep. Bergman stated, \u201cAs studies show and as many of the older Veterans throughout our Nation will attest, care in home settings is often preferable to care in a clinical facility. This is especially true for those disabled and elderly Veterans living in rural and remote communities like Michigan\u2019s First Congressional District. The Elizabeth Dole Home Care Act recognizes this reality, and I\u2019m proud to join Rep. Julia Brownley, to comprehensively expand access, options, and programs for these Veterans who deserve care in the comfort of their home.\"\n\nBy enhancing VA\u2019s non-institutional long-term care services through Rep. Bergman and Brownley\u2019s bill, more aging and disabled Veterans would be extended the option of staying in their homes for treatment, and institutional care could be reserved for Veterans who truly need intensive, round-the-clock assistance and services. This would help address shortages and waitlists that come from limited admissions at long-term care facilities.\n\nRead the full text of the bill here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://mcclain.house.gov/2023/12/importance-of-protecting-female-athletics-and-title-ix", "Importance of Protecting Female Athletics and Title IX", "2023-12-05", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "MI", "Lisa C. McClain", "M001136", "mcclain.house.gov", "mcclain", "https://mcclain.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C.- Today, Congresswoman Lisa McClain (R-MI) hosted a press conference following the conclusion of the House Oversight Subcommittee on Healthcare and Financial Services hearing on the \u201cImportance of Protecting Female Athletics and Title IX.\u201d This hearing brought forth two high-profile witnesses in the fight to protect women's sports to testify on the dangers and the breakdown of competition that comes with allowing biological males to compete in women's athletics.\n\n\u201cThis is about protecting our daughters and their ability to compete,\u201d said Rep. Lisa McClain. \u201cPresident Biden will do anything to appease the radicals in his party rather than defend the success of women's athletics and Title IX. Our daughters deserve better, and we owe it to them to fight for the sanctity of women\u2019s sports.\u201d\n\nThis year, Title IX celebrates 51 years since being signed into law, and women\u2019s sports are under more heat than we've seen in a half-century. Title IX was meant to give women fair ground for competition, where they could succeed and showcase their skills amongst themselves. Biological men have no space in women\u2019s sports, and House Republicans are committed to standing up for our daughters, female athletes, and Title IX.\n\nWatch the press conference here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://mcclain.house.gov/2023/12/introducing-a-censure-of-rep-jamaal-bowman", "Introducing a Censure of Rep. Jamaal Bowman", "2023-12-05", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "MI", "Lisa C. McClain", "M001136", "mcclain.house.gov", "mcclain", "https://mcclain.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C.- Today, Congresswoman Lisa McClain (R-MI) introduced a resolution seeking the censure of Rep. Jamaal Bowman (D-NY) for his role in pulling a fire alarm in Cannon House Office Building while the United States House of Representatives was considering legislation. Section 22-1319 of the District of Columbia Criminal Code makes knowingly causing a false alarm of fire a misdemeanor punishment.\n\n\u201cWhile the House was working tirelessly to avert a government shutdown, Representative Bowman was working nefariously to prevent a vote,\u201d said Rep. Lisa McClain. \u201cIt is reprehensible that a Member of Congress would go to such lengths to prevent House Republicans from bringing forth a vote to keep the government operating and Americans receiving their paychecks. Especially from a former schoolteacher, who without a doubt understands the function and severity of pulling a fire alarm.\u201d\n\nInstead of being able to enter the chamber and hold an appropriate debate on critical legislation, House Members and their staff were forced to evacuate the Cannon House Office Building, delaying a vote as a shutdown loomed. Rep. Bowman went out of his way to obstruct the work of Congress and broke the laws of D.C. in the process, and for that, he deserves to be Censured before the House.\n\nTo read the full Resolution, click here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-dingell-introduce-pace-expanded-act-strengthen-senior-care-1", "Moolenaar, Dingell Introduce PACE Expanded Act to Strengthen Senior Care", "2023-12-05", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "MI", "John R. Moolenaar", "M001194", "moolenaar.house.gov", "moolenaar", "https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Today, Congressman John Moolenaar and Congresswoman Debbie Dingell reintroduced the PACE Expanded Act, which is legislation that would strengthen the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE). The PACE Expanded Act would support the expansion of current PACE programs and facilitate the establishment of new ones by giving PACE programs greater flexibility to enroll beneficiaries throughout the year, improving PACE access and affordability for Medicare-only beneficiaries, and establishing a pilot program to help test PACE models in new populations.\n\n\u201cMichigan seniors deserve to have options when they need access to reliable long-term care, including the option to receive home care. This legislation ensures that this option is available to seniors and helps makes sure that they don\u2019t need to travel long distances to get the care they need,\u201d said Moolenaar. \u201cThis common-sense, bipartisan legislation will cut through red-tape and make sure that the PACE program is available to more seniors. I am proud to introduce this legislation and I will continue to advocate for Michigan seniors.\n\n\u201cThe PACE model has been remarkably successful in helping seniors and Americans with disabilities age and live with dignity. As the third-largest PACE state, Michigan\u2019s PACE providers deliver critical long-term supportive services for individuals wishing to remain in their homes, which is overwhelmingly the setting Americans prefer. Access to this program makes a real difference, but hundreds of thousands of Americans continue to sit on waitlists to receive home and community-based services,\u201d said Dingell. \u201cWe must do more to ensure Americans have the option to live independently in the comfort of their own homes. With the PACE Expanded Act, we can put these long-term supports in reach for those who need them the most.\u201d\n\nThe legislation is supported by the National PACE Association and PACE Association of Michigan.\n\n\"With the growing number of families facing long-term care needs, the need to expand access to the Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) has never been greater,\u201d said Shawn Bloom, President and CEO of the National PACE Association. \u201cFamilies need options like PACE that keep their loved ones living in the community for as long as possible. NPA commends Rep. Dingell and Rep. Moolenaar for their leadership and continued commitment to expanding access to PACE.\"\n\n\u201cThe PACE Association of Michigan applauds the strong support of PACE by Reps. Dingell and Moolenaar embodied in their collaboration on the PACE Expanded Act,\u201d said Stephanie Winslow, Executive Director of PACE Association of Michigan. \u201cWe thank these Michigan Representatives for their ongoing recognition that it is in the best interests of not just Michigan seniors, but also all other older Americans with long term care needs, to be able to live their best lives at home rather than a nursing home.\u201d\n\nThe Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) is a model of care that integrates Medicare and Medicaid benefits for eligible beneficiaries. It provides comprehensive medical and social services to seniors and individuals living with disabilities that enables them to live in their homes and communities rather than receiving care in an institutional setting. Dingell, a co-chair of the Bipartisan Disabilities Caucus and the 21st Century Long-Term Care Caucus, also introduced the PACE Plus Act last Congress to support the expansion of PACE.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://thanedar.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-shri-thanedar-introduces-the-digital-literacy-and-equity-commission-bill-to-enhance-digital-competence", "Rep. Shri Thanedar Introduces the \"Digital Literacy and Equity Commission\" Bill to Enhance Digital Competence", "2023-12-05", "2023", "2023-12", "Democrat", "House", "MI", "Shri Thanedar", "T000488", "thanedar.house.gov", "thanedar", "https://thanedar.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC - December 5, 2023 - Congressman Shri Thanedar (MI-13) has introduced a new bill, the \"Digital Literacy and Equity Commission,\" aimed at enhancing digital literacy and addressing digital inequity across the United States. Without internet access, many students are falling behind due to online learning or an inability to complete schoolwork, known as the \u201chomework gap\u201d.\n\n\"The 'Digital Literacy and Equity Commission' Bill is a crucial step to improve digital literacy and bridge the digital divide in our nation,\" said Congressman Thanedar. \"This initiative focuses on equipping all Americans with the necessary digital skills for today's world.\"\n\nKey Aspects of the Bill:\n\nEstablishment of the Commission: A new commission to study and promote digital literacy.\n\nComprehensive Analysis: Examining the state of digital literacy, particularly in low-income and disadvantaged areas.\n\nInternational Comparison: Reviewing digital literacy programs from around the world to identify best practices.\n\nStrategic Development: Formulating recommendations to enhance digital literacy in the United States.\n\n\"This bill addresses the need to ensure that every citizen has access to essential digital skills,\" Congressman Thanedar noted. \"It's about leveling the playing field in the digital age.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-bishop-huizenga-panetta-introduce-bipartisan-boost-act", "Moolenaar, Bishop, Huizenga, Panetta Introduce Bipartisan BOOST Act", "2023-12-04", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "MI", "John R. Moolenaar", "M001194", "moolenaar.house.gov", "moolenaar", "https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Congressman John Moolenaar, Congressman Sanford Bishop (D-GA), Congressman Bill Huizenga (R-MI), and Congressman Jimmy Panetta (D-CA) have introduced the Broadening Online Opportunities Through Simple Technologies (BOOST) Act. The bipartisan legislation allows families and residents in rural households to claim a $300 tax credit after purchasing a mobile hotspot to connect to the internet or a signal booster to increase their internet connection speeds.\n\n\u201cMy BOOST Act will ensure Michigan families can connect to the internet with their own hotspot or boost the internet speed they currently have. This bipartisan legislation will empower residents in rural areas who have been waiting far too long to have reliable internet in their homes. This is long overdue and will help families sooner rather than later,\u201d said Moolenaar.\n\n\u201cI am happy to reintroduce the bipartisan BOOST Act with my colleagues, which will help make broadband internet access more affordable to rural communities. Dependable access to high-speed internet is vital for a whole range of day-to-day activities including individuals teleworking, children doing homework, and families accessing telemedicine. Through legislation like this we want to help close the gap in rural services and ensure everyone is able to take full advantage of digital resources and fully participate in the 21st century economy,\u201d said Bishop.\n\n\u201cA critical lack of reliable connectivity still exists in portions of Southwest Michigan. As new buildouts continue and communities grow, we introduced the BOOST Act because families should be able to afford and access this available wireless technology to meet their daily needs until the buildouts reach them,\u201d said Huizenga.\n\n\u201cThe lack of reliable wired broadband in rural areas, including parts of California\u2019s 19th Congressional District, puts many working families at a disadvantage when it comes to work, school, and other opportunities,\u201d said Panetta. \u201cI am proud to reintroduce the bipartisan BOOST Act to provide a tax credit that these students, employees, and employers need to better afford equipment that can improve their wireless internet signal. This tax credit is a straightforward step towards ensuring that families and businesses have access to internet services as we get closer to bridging the digital divide.\u201d\n\nThe BOOST Act allows homeowners or primary lessees in rural areas to claim a $300 tax credit after purchasing either a mobile hotspot or signal booster where internet speeds do not meet the federal requirement of 25 megabits per second for downloading and three megabits per second for uploading. A map of areas eligible for the tax credit can be found here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-congress-must-pass-no-gotion-act-after-treasury-decision-ccp", "Moolenaar: Congress Must Pass NO GOTION Act After Treasury Decision On CCP Companies", "2023-12-01", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "MI", "John R. Moolenaar", "M001194", "moolenaar.house.gov", "moolenaar", "https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Today, Congressman John Moolenaar criticized the Department of Treasury for announcing new proposed rules that allow companies affiliated with the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) to qualify for billions of dollars from American taxpayers under federal tax credits that were created by President Joe Biden in the so-called Inflation Reduction Act (IRA).\n\n\u201cThe United States is in a competition with the CCP and under no circumstance should CCP-affiliated companies receive tax dollars from hard-working Americans. The CCP controls businesses through shell companies and banks, making it hard to tell what it really owns. These companies will take advantage of Treasury\u2019s new rules and potentially reap billions of dollars from the American people. This decision makes it clear that Congress must pass my NO GOTION Act to help ensure CCP-affiliated companies do not qualify for these tax credits,\u201d said Moolenaar.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-welcomes-line-5-tunnel-approval", "Moolenaar Welcomes Line 5 Tunnel Approval", "2023-12-01", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "MI", "John R. Moolenaar", "M001194", "moolenaar.house.gov", "moolenaar", "https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Congressman John Moolenaar welcomed the Michigan Public Service Commission\u2019s decision today to allow the construction of a tunnel through the Straights of Mackinac for the Line 5 pipeline.\n\n\u201cLine 5 is a vital source of energy for Michigan families. The decision today by the Michigan Public Service Commission will help them continue to have access to reliable, affordable energy for their homes. The tunnel project is the safest option to ensure that Line 5 can remain a source of energy for years to come. I have been working in Congress to make sure federal approvals are obtained quickly to help this project move forward, but President Biden and his administration have slowed it down every chance they get. They must now act urgently instead of continuing to oppose this vital infrastructure project for Michigan jobs and energy,\u201d said Moolenaar.\n\nIn March, Moolenaar voted for legislation to ease the permitting process for projects like Line 5. In July, language authored by Moolenaar was included in the State Department\u2019s budget to stop the Biden administration from using federal funds to stop the flow of energy through line 5.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases/walberg-cosponsors-bill-help-secure-border-demands-senate-vote-hr-2", "Walberg Cosponsors Bill to Help Secure the Border, Demands Senate Vote on H.R. 2", "2023-11-30", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "MI", "Tim Walberg", "W000798", "walberg.house.gov", "walberg", "https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. -- Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-05) cosponsored the Southern Border Transparency Act and took to the House floor to demand a Senate vote on H.R. 2, Secure the Border Act. In FY23, Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) recorded a record-setting 2.4+ million encounters at the southern border, including 169 individuals on the terrorist watchlist who were apprehended attempting to enter the country illegally.\n\nProvisions of Secure the Border Act include:\n\nRequires the Biden Administration to restart construction of the southern border wall.\n\nDeploys improved technology to the southern and northern borders.\n\nIncreases the number of Border Patrol agents and provide bonus pay.\n\nRequires transparency from the Department of Homeland Security regarding illegal crossings.\n\nStrengthens existing laws to protect children from human trafficking.\n\nEnds catch and release and the abuse of executive immigration authority.\n\nStrengthens and streamlines the asylum process.\n\n\"This is a national security and humanitarian crisis and the Senate and President Biden simply cannot wait any longer to secure the border,\" said Rep. Walberg. \"Each year President Biden has been in office, we've seen a new record for encounters, yet the Administration continues to ignore the problem. For months, the Senate has also refused to take up the Secure the Border Act, which passed the House in early May and is the strongest border bill to ever pass the House. It's long past time for a vote on border security.\"\n\nProvisions of Southern Border Transparency Act include:\n\nRequires the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to issue reports detailing the total number of illegal immigrants encountered at the southern border and released into the country.\n\nPrevents gimmicks utilized to artificially lower numbers by requiring DHS to report a wide range of data, including the total number of migrants paroled at a port of entry (POE) and the amount granted parole.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1148", "Bergman Continues Effort to Support Rural Healthcare", "2023-11-29", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "MI", "Jack Bergman", "B001301", "bergman.house.gov", "bergman", "https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx", "scraper", "Rep. Jack Bergman, joined by colleagues in the Bipartisan Rural Health Caucus, spoke on the House floor in support of First District Rural Healthcare providers across rural and remote areas of Michigan's First District.\n\nWatch Rep. Bergman's speech here, or read it below:\n\nI\u2019m honored to join my colleagues today in highlighting the accomplishments and ongoing challenges facing high-quality health care access in rural and remote parts of the United States.\n\nHealth care providers in areas like Michigan\u2019s First District face unique struggles in maintaining financial stability while providing the best possible care \u2013 struggles unlike anything facing those in urban or suburban regions.\n\nAs a result, we have seen a significant increase in rural clinic and hospital closures over the past decade, and many of those still operating today are doing so at the razor\u2019s edge.\n\nA single provider closing their doors could result in patients having to travel hundreds of miles farther to receive care.\n\nWhile the situation remains serious, we have seen promising improvements for rural health, especially when it comes to telemedicine.\n\nThe pandemic underscored the need for \u2013 and efficacy of \u2013 telehealth, especially for those in rural areas who would otherwise be forced to travel multiple hours just to receive a routine checkup or consult with their doctor.\n\nCongress must act to permanently extend pandemic telehealth flexibilities, help providers and patients get the tools they need to utilize telemedicine, and continue to reduce government-imposed barriers.\n\nI also want to highlight the importance of the 340B drug pricing program, which provides discounted pharmaceutical products to providers that care for a disproportionate share of uninsured and at-risk patients.\n\nIn my district alone, we have twenty 340B hospitals helping care for our most vulnerable patient populations and ensuring our rural and remote communities receive the best possible care available.\n\nThe 340B program has been a critical component of healthcare for so many Michiganders since its inception, and I hope to continue working with my colleagues to ensure its lasting success, especially as the program faces new challenges that threatens its integrity.\n\nI know our rural and remote providers will continue to do everything in their power to provide top-of-the-line care to their patients.\n\nAnd in turn, Congress must continue to address rural health priorities and remove the barriers in the way to their success.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://thanedar.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-thanedar-honors-the-legacy-of-mayor-coleman-a-young-on-the-26th-anniversary-of-his-passing", "Rep. Thanedar Honors the Legacy of Mayor Coleman A. Young on the 26th Anniversary of His Passing", "2023-11-29", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "MI", "Shri Thanedar", "T000488", "thanedar.house.gov", "thanedar", "https://thanedar.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC - November 29, 2023 - Today, Congressman Shri Thanedar, representing Michigan's 13th Congressional District, made the following statement in the House of Representatives commemoration of the 26th anniversary of the passing of Mayor Coleman A. Young, Detroit's longest-serving and first African-American mayor:\n\n\u201cI rise today to honor the memory of the longest serving mayor of the city I so proudly represent, Mayor Coleman A. Young, on the 26th anniversary of his passing.\n\n\u201cBorn in the throes of segregation in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, Mayor Young rose from the humble beginnings of the Great Migration to become a beacon of hope and a pillar of strength for the city of Detroit. His journey was marked not just by the offices he held, but by the indomitable spirit he embodied \u2013 a spirit that challenged inequality, fought for justice, and tirelessly sought to uplift every resident of Detroit.\n\n\u201cAs Detroit's first African-American mayor, he broke barriers and built bridges. He led our city through times of challenge and change, always with an unwavering vision for a more inclusive and prosperous Detroit. His efforts to integrate the Detroit Police Department and to fight excessive use of force were not just administrative actions, but bold steps towards healing and unity. His advocacy for affirmative action and his dedication to economic development were testament to his belief in a Detroit that offered opportunity for all. Under his leadership, Detroit saw the rise of vital infrastructure and community projects, laying the groundwork for the city's future.\n\n\u201cAs we reflect on Mayor Young's legacy, let us remember his courage, his unwavering commitment to civil rights, and his enduring love for Detroit. His life\u2019s work reminds us of the power of resilience, the importance of visionary leadership, and the unyielding pursuit of equality. Mayor Young's legacy is not confined to the past; it is a guiding light for our future, motivating us to continue building a city that is as strong, as vibrant, and as inclusive as the remarkable leader we commemorate today. May his memory continue to inspire us all.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-gluesenkamp-perez-johnson-introduce-bipartisan-bill-protect", "Moolenaar, Gluesenkamp Perez, Johnson Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Protect American Farmland and Rural Communities", "2023-11-28", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "MI", "John R. Moolenaar", "M001194", "moolenaar.house.gov", "moolenaar", "https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Congressman John Moolenaar (R-MI), Congresswoman Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (D-WA), and Congressman Dusty Johnson (R-SD) have introduced the bipartisan Farmland Security Act of 2023, a bill to increase transparency and oversight of foreign ownership of American farmland.\n\n\u201cI am proud to introduce the Farmland Security Act to help protect Michigan farms and our food supply. This legislation promotes transparency to the American people on foreign shell corporations and increases penalties for foreign entities failing to accurately report their land ownership,\" said Congressman Moolenaar. \u201cFarmland is a vital asset for our food supply, economy, and national security. It is more important than ever that we have the structures in place to review and assess foreign ownership.\u201d\n\n\u201cWhen foreign investors buy up broad swaths of American farmland, our food access and national security are put at risk \u2013 all at a time when we import a significant chunk of the fruits and vegetables we consume each day,\u201d said Congresswoman Gluesenkamp Perez. \u201cThis bipartisan legislation would help us maintain control over our food supply and ensure family farms across Southwest Washington don\u2019t get squeezed out.\u201d\n\n\u201cAmerica\u2019s farmland is highly sought after, not only by U.S. producers, but by individuals and companies around the world,\u201d said Congressman Johnson. \u201cIf our ag land is sold into the wrong hands, we could face threats to our food security and national security. This bill puts provisions in place to give a more detailed analysis of who is buying our farmland so we can protect our rural communities, producers, food security, and national security.\u201d\n\nThe U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has reported foreign-owned agricultural acreage has nearly doubled in the past ten years to over 37.6 million acres, valued at over $60 billion. However, these figures likely underestimate the total, as some foreign investors evade reporting requirements.\n\nThe Farmland Security Act would help ensure all foreign investors and shell companies who buy American agricultural land report their holdings. It would also strengthen penalties for landowners who evade filing, and invest in research to better understand the impacts of this ownership.\n\nSpecifically, this legislation would:\n\nImpose new financial penalties on foreign owners or shell companies who fail to report or misreport their acreage.\n\nRequire research into foreign ownership of agricultural production capacity and foreign participation in agricultural economic activity in the United States.\n\nDirect the USDA to conduct an annual compliance audit to ensure accuracy and provide annual training to state and county level USDA staff on identifying non-reporting foreign-owned agricultural land.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://scholten.house.gov/media/press-releases/two-scholten-backed-bills-support-small-businesses-pass-house", "Two Scholten-Backed Bills to Support Small Businesses Pass House", "2023-11-28", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "MI", "Hillary J. Scholten", "S001221", "scholten.house.gov", "scholten", "https://scholten.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WATCH: Rep. Scholten speaks on the House Floor in support of her two bills.\n\nWASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, two bills co-lead by Rep. Hillary Scholten (MI-03) through the House Small Business Committee passed the House of Representatives \u2013 the POST It Act and the Small Business Contracting Transparency Act.\n\n\u201cSmall businesses are the heartbeat of West Michigan and the entire country, and these bills are essential to helping small businesses thrive. I\u2019d like to thank my colleagues for coming together in a bipartisan way to get these bills over the finish line,\u201dsaid Rep. Scholten. \u201cAs a member of the Small Business Committee, I\u2019ll keep fighting to make sure that small businesses have the resources they need to succeed.\u201d\n\nThe POST It Act would help small businesses stay in compliance with federal regulations by making compliance information from federal agencies easier to locate and understand. Rep. Scholten served as the Democratic co-lead of the bill and helped usher the legislation through the Small Business Committee.\n\nThe Small Business Contracting Transparency Act would help women-owned, veteran-owned, and HUBZone-located small businesses compete in the federal contracting marketplace, by enhancing great transparency in contract deals. Federal contracting has been historically dominated by large corporations, but contracting with small businesses has major advantages for quality and security.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://stevens.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-stevens-d-mi-resolution-condemning-hostage-taking-hamas-passes", "Congresswoman Stevens (D-MI) Resolution Condemning Hostage Taking by Hamas Passes U.S. House Unanimously", "2023-11-28", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "MI", "Haley M. Stevens", "S001215", "stevens.house.gov", "stevens", "https://stevens.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, the U.S. House of Representatives unanimously adopted a resolution introduced by Rep. Haley Stevens (D-MI), Co-Chair of the Congressional Hostage Task Force, demanding the immediate release of all innocents held hostage by Hamas in the wake of the brutal October 7th terrorist attack on Israel.\n\nCo-sponsored by Rep. French Hill (R-AR) Co-Chair of the Congressional Hostage Task Force, this bipartisan resolution passed 414-0\n\n\u201cFor 52 days more than 200 people have been held in tunnels, without medical care or sufficient food. For 52 days, their families have been waiting with bated breath to learn the fate of their loved ones \u2013 tiny babies, parents, elderly people,\u201d said Rep. Haley Stevens. \u201cIt is inhumane, immoral, and a violation of humanitarian law. Recent releases of hostages are a positive step, but it is not enough. After weeks of working with the families of hostages, I\u2019m heartened that every single one of my colleagues voted to support this resolution this evening, and that all my colleagues joined me in condemning the actions of Hamas and calling for the immediate release of ALL innocent civilians held, including nine Americans. I will not stop until each and every hostage is safely returned.\u201d\n\n\u201cHolding innocent civilians hostage is immoral,\u201d said Rep. French Hill. \u201cWhile Hamas releasing some of the hostages last week was a step in the right direction, it is not enough until all those held against their will by this savage terrorist group are released from captivity. I am proud that my resolution with Rep. Haley Stevens passed the House tonight, further demonstrating our steadfast commitment to bringing all those held hostage by Hamas home safely.\u201d\n\nComplete text of the resolution can be found here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://scholten.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-scholten-hosts-small-business-saturday-preview", "Rep. Scholten Hosts Small Business Saturday Preview", "2023-11-21", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "MI", "Hillary J. Scholten", "S001221", "scholten.house.gov", "scholten", "https://scholten.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "View a reply of the press conference here.\n\nGRAND RAPIDS, MI \u2013 Today, Rep. Hillary Scholten (MI-03), member of the House Small Business Committee, joined The Arts Marketplace leadership and small business owners to highlight the importance of supporting small businesses ahead of Small Business Saturday.\n\n\u201cSmall businesses are the economic engine of West Michigan. When you shop small, you\u2019re not just getting an incredible homemade gift or service\u2013 your dollars are being invested right back into your own community,\u201d said Rep. Scholten. \u201cIt was an honor to join small business leaders this afternoon to talk about how important it is to shop small ahead of the holiday season.\u201d\n\n\"Shopping small isn't just a purchase, it's an investment in your community. At Wear Your Curls, we believe that every small purchase adds up to big changes \u2013 changes that strengthen our local economies and bring us closer as a community. This Small Business Saturday, let's celebrate the power of small businesses to bring us together and make our neighborhoods thrive,\" said Felisha Rodriguez, CEO of Wear Your Curls.\n\n\"Our mission is not only to fill a need downtown for retail space, but to do so in a way that fosters inclusion and belonging in our community with women and minority-owned businesses... every dollar that gets spent here goes right back to our makers which helps our local community and makes a big impact,\"said Jamie Dionne, Board President of The Arts Marketplace.\n\n\u201cCurrently, we are hosting 65 different small businesses within our store \u2013 things ranging from jewelry, to books, to candles, home goods, greeting cards, clothing, and different beauty products as well. We are always looking to grow our community of vendors here,\u201d said Kelcey Edwards, General Manager of The Arts Marketplace.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://scholten.house.gov/media/press-releases/scholten-statement-deal-release-hamas-held-hostages", "Scholten Statement on Deal to Release Hamas-Held Hostages", "2023-11-21", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "MI", "Hillary J. Scholten", "S001221", "scholten.house.gov", "scholten", "https://scholten.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "GRAND RAPIDS, MI \u2013 Rep. Hillary Scholten (MI-03) issued the below statement after a vote by the Israeli cabinet approving a deal to release Hamas-held hostages:\n\n\u201cIt\u2019s with tempered relief that we receive the news of a deal to release hostages that were held for too long by Hamas and take the first step to de-escalation in this conflict. I\u2019d like to thank the Biden Administration for working tirelessly on this issue and for heeding calls from me and my colleagues to take action and return the hostages home as soon as possible and turn towards peace.\n\nWhile this is an encouraging development in the conflict, it will never take away from the horror these victims experienced or replace the innocent lives lost since the terrorist attacks on October 7th. One thing is clear: Hamas must go.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://thanedar.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-shri-thanedar-introduces-the-health-disparity-zones-act-of-2023-to-combat-health-inequities", "Rep. Shri Thanedar Introduces the Health Disparity Zones Act of 2023 to Combat Health Inequities", "2023-11-21", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "MI", "Shri Thanedar", "T000488", "thanedar.house.gov", "thanedar", "https://thanedar.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC - November 21, 2023 - Today, Congressman Shri Thanedar (MI-13) introduced the \"Health Disparity Zones Act of 2023.\" This legislation aims to address and reduce the significant health disparities present in underserved and disadvantaged areas across the United States by establishing Health Disparity Zones.\n\n\"The Health Disparity Zones Act is a crucial step towards bridging the gap in healthcare inequities that plague our nation,\" said Congressman Thanedar. \"By identifying and supporting these zones, we can target resources effectively to those communities most in need.\"\n\nKey elements of the Health Disparity Zones Act include:\n\nDesignation of Health Disparity Zones: Areas with documented health disparities and poor health outcomes will be designated as Health Disparity Zones.\n\nComprehensive Support: The Act proposes tax incentives, grants, and a student loan repayment program to attract and retain healthcare professionals in these zones.\n\nIncreased Medicare Payments: A 10-percent increase in Medicare Part B payment rates for services in Health Disparity Zones.\n\nCollaborative Approach: Involving community-based organizations, healthcare providers, and local governments in the development of effective health strategies.\n\n\"This legislation is about recognizing and actively addressing the unequal health challenges faced by different communities,\" Congressman Thanedar emphasized. \"Healthcare is a right, not a privilege, and this Act takes significant steps towards making that a reality for all Americans.\"\n\nThe Act also mandates annual reporting to Congress, ensuring transparency and accountability in its implementation.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-wishes-kildee-well-retirement", "Moolenaar Wishes Kildee Well in Retirement", "2023-11-16", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "MI", "John R. Moolenaar", "M001194", "moolenaar.house.gov", "moolenaar", "https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Congressman John Moolenaar made the following statement regarding Congressman Dan Kildee\u2019s retirement announcement:\n\n\u201cDan and I have long worked together to help the residents of Mid-Michigan, including protecting the Great Lakes and securing $170 million to improve water infrastructure in Flint. We are good friends and I always enjoyed playing in the Congressional Baseball Game with him. Now Dan will have more time to enjoy BLTs from Tony\u2019s. I wish him and his family all the best during his final year in Congress and in retirement,\u201d said Moolenaar.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-statement-biden-xi-meeting", "Moolenaar Statement on Biden, Xi Meeting", "2023-11-15", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "MI", "John R. Moolenaar", "M001194", "moolenaar.house.gov", "moolenaar", "https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Today in San Francisco, President Joe Biden met with Xi Jinping, who is the General Secretary of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) and the President of China. Currently, three Americans have been determined by the Biden Administration as wrongfully imprisoned by the CCP. Additionally, hundreds more are currently unable to leave China due to arbitrary exit bans placed on American citizens by the CCP. In July, the State Department advised Americans to reconsider travel to China because of these bans. Following today's meeting, the two countries announced the CCP would work to limit the shipment of fentanyl precursors to North America.\n\n\u201cThe Chinese Communist Party has been an accomplice to thousands of deaths in Michigan by manufacturing and shipping chemicals to Mexico to produce fentanyl. Today\u2019s announcement is an admission by the CCP that it could have stopped this from happening a long time ago and chose to do nothing while Americans died. While President Biden was able to reach this agreement, he must demand more of the CCP including the release of all Americans being detained in China,\u201d said Congressman John Moolenaar, a member of the House Select Committee on the CCP.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://scholten.house.gov/media/press-releases/scholten-votes-fund-government-and-avoid-shutdown", "Scholten Votes to Fund the Government and Avoid Shutdown", "2023-11-14", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "MI", "Hillary J. Scholten", "S001221", "scholten.house.gov", "scholten", "https://scholten.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Rep. Hillary Scholten (MI-03) issued the below statement after voting for a two-step continuing resolution to fund the government at Fiscal Year 2023 levels and avoid a shutdown:\n\n\u201cI\u2019m glad Speaker Johnson finally dropped the politics and met Democrats at the table to avoid a disastrous government shutdown. The resolution honors the spending agreement we made back in May when we raised the debt ceiling and leaves out extreme Republican wish list items that never would have become law.\n\nMy West Michigan neighbors can breathe a sigh of relief ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday, but the culture of deep division and chaos in this Congress is forcing us to legislate under the tyranny of the urgent\u2014 preventing us from working toward the pragmatic approach to legislating that this country deserves.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1147", "Oversight Task Force Chair Bergman, Chairman Arrington Call For Reevaluation of Legality of Biden Border Policy", "2023-11-13", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "MI", "Jack Bergman", "B001301", "bergman.house.gov", "bergman", "https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx", "scraper", "House Budget Committee Chairman Jodey Arrington (R-TX) and Budget Committee Oversight Task Force Chair Jack Bergman (R-MI) sent a letter to Comptroller General Gene Dodaro of the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to request a reevaluation of the legality of the Biden Administration\u2019s withholding of congressionally appropriated funds for southwest border wall construction.\n\nThe letter reads in part, \u201cAs you are aware, President Biden issued a Proclamation on his first day in office, January 20, 2021, which resulted in withholding congressionally appropriated funds for construction of the border wall\u2026 GAO issued an opinion in June 2021, finding the Biden Administration\u2019s withholding of these funds was a \u2018programmatic delay,\u2019 and therefore did not violate the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 (ICA).To date, many of these congressionally appropriated funds have been withheld for over 1,000 days, bringing into question at which point GAO would consider a \u2018programmatic delay\u2019 to become unlawful.\u201d\n\n\u201cDue to the duration of how long these congressionally appropriated funds have been withheld, the refusal of the Administration to respond to official requests from Congress for more information (per your recommendation), and the recent announcement by the Secretary of Homeland Security to waive various environmental laws to restart construction of approximately 20 miles of the border wall in Texas, we call into question the legality of the Biden Administration\u2019s decision to withhold these funds.\u201d\n\nThe House Budget Committee has sent several letters to the Biden Administration as far back as the 117th Congress and as recently as November 2, 2023 \u2013 despite the pressing nature of this issue, DHS has not provided the requested information to the Committee, prompting further action from the Budget Committee, including today\u2019s letter to GAO.\n\nPursuant to House Rule X, the Committee has jurisdiction over the budget process, including the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 and the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985. Therefore, the Committee has a responsibility to \u201cassess OMB\u2019s legal authorities to manage federal spending.\u201d Documents and materials requested by the Committee are necessary to inform its review of the fiscal impact of the Biden Administration\u2019s border policies and assist the Committee in making the legislative judgments required as part of the federal budget process.\n\nSee the full letter HERE.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1146", "Bergman, Dingell, Bost, Brownley: Improve Care and Access to New Technologies for Veterans with Spinal Injuries", "2023-11-10", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "MI", "Jack Bergman", "B001301", "bergman.house.gov", "bergman", "https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx", "scraper", "Reps. Jack Bergman, Debbie Dingell, Julia Brownley, and VA Committee Chairman Mike Bost announced legislation today, the Veterans Spinal Trauma Access to New Devices Act (Veterans STAND Act) to improve care for Veterans with spinal cord injuries/disabilities (SCI/D) and expand their access to personal exoskeletons and other assistive devices that promote independence and mobility for those who are clinically eligible.\n\nThe bill, which has been endorsed by Paralyzed Veterans of America and Disabled American Veterans, would codify the requirement that VA offers SCI/D Veterans an annual assessment focused on their spinal health. It then takes steps to improve this program by requiring VA to actively conduct outreach to Veterans, as well as including assessments for assistive technology like personal exoskeleton devices as part of the annual evaluation.\n\nThe legislation would also direct VA to consult with assistance device experts when developing or changing relevant guidances and require reports to Congress on the extent to which Veterans are being prescribed and are using personal exoskeletons issued by the VA.\n\nRep. Bergman stated, \u201cI've seen firsthand the promise offered by new technologies like personal exoskeletons for many Veterans with spinal injuries. Unfortunately, current VA practices force Veterans who may be eligible for these devices to fight bureaucracy and redtape every step of the way. I\u2019m grateful for the support of my colleagues in introducing this commonsense bill to ensure that Veterans are given the opportunity to be evaluated for and receive these life-changing technologies.\u201d\n\nRep. Debbie Dingell said, \u201cEmerging medical technologies have the potential to drastically improve the health and quality of life of veterans with spinal cord injuries or disorders, but we are not doing enough to educate and help veterans access these devices. The Veterans STAND Act will require the VA to provide eligible veterans an annual evaluation, ensuring those who can benefit from personal exoskeletons and other assistive devices are aware of their options and can more easily get the care they deserve.\u201d\n\n\u201cVA has long been a leader in exoskeleton research to provide veterans who do not want to use a wheelchair with the latest and greatest emerging technologies. And veterans who are living with spinal trauma injuries should have access to every tool available to successfully live their life,\u201d said Chairman Bost. \u201cMy friend and fellow veteran, General Bergman\u2019s bill, the Veterans STAND Act, is a commonsense solution to expand access to exoskeletons and promote independence and mobility for veterans. I appreciate his leadership on this vitally important issue, and I look forward to considering this bill in our committee soon.\u201d\n\nRep. Julia Brownley stated, \u201cAdvancements in technology can provide life-changing options for paralyzed veterans, and this bill will help to ensure that VA remains at the forefront of innovation and medical treatment. I look forward to continuing to work with General Bergman, Chairman Bost, and Congresswoman Dingell to advance this legislation on behalf of our nation\u2019s veterans.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://scholten.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-scholten-calls-congressional-leadership-fund-child-care-west-michigan", "Rep. Scholten Calls on Congressional Leadership to Fund Child Care for West Michigan Families", "2023-11-09", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "MI", "Hillary J. Scholten", "S001221", "scholten.house.gov", "scholten", "https://scholten.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, Rep. Hillary Scholten (MI-03) joined a bicameral group of her colleagues in urging Congressional leadership to renew expired funding for child care in any supplemental funding package. Without this funding, many child care providers are struggling with how they\u2019re going to continue to operate and serve families. The letter comes after President Biden\u2019s supplemental funding request to Congress included $16 billion to address the child care crisis.\n\n\u201cWe write today to urge you to include robust funding for child care in any supplemental funding package considered by the Appropriations Committee. Child care is unaffordable and hard to find for working families, and child care providers across the country are struggling to stay afloat,\u201d wrote the lawmakers.\n\n\u201cThe child care workforce has been one of the slowest sectors to recover from the pandemic, and wages for this critical workforce remain unacceptably low, further fueling the shortage of available child care options for families,\u201dthe members continued. \u201cFamilies and child care providers are feeling increasingly squeezed following the expiration of COVID-19 relief funding for child care, as child care providers scramble to fill the gap in resources previously filled by federal funds.\u201d\n\nThe lawmakers wrote, \u201cIt is essential that as supplemental funding to meet emergency needs is considered, Congress take action to address the child care crisis. We have an urgent need to further stabilize an industry that has been long underfunded, and Congress must provide robust funding for this sector through a supplemental package.\u201d\n\nA copy of the letter is available here.\n\nFull text of the letter is available below:\n\nDear Majority Leader Schumer, Minority Leader McConnell, Chair Murray, and Vice Chair Collins:\n\nWe write today to urge you to include robust funding for child care in any supplemental funding package considered by the Appropriations Committee. Child care is unaffordable and hard to find for working families, and child care providers across the country are struggling to stay afloat. We are extremely concerned that this crisis will continue to worsen following the expiration of the Child Care Stabilization Grants provided under the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), vital funding that sustained an estimated 220,000 child care providers, saved an estimated 9.6 million child care slots, and maintained more than 1 million child care jobs. President Biden acknowledged this urgent issue by requesting significant funding for child care in his domestic supplemental appropriations request to Congress.\n\nDuring the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, Congress took important steps to protect the child care industry from collapse by delivering historic funding in the economic relief packages passed. The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act provided the Child Care and Development Block Grant (CCDBG) with $3.5 billion, the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act provided $10 billion in dedicated relief, and ARPA provided $15 billion for CCDBG and $24 billion for the stabilization grants. On September 30, 2023, the majority of this vital funding expired.\n\nPrior to the pandemic, the child care system was already in a crisis. In 2018, over 50 percent of counties in the United States were considered a child care desert \u2013 an area in which the demand for child care is far more than the supply. The broken child care market has resulted in an impossible tension between families, workers, and providers: child care providers cannot afford to run their businesses or pay adequate wages to their staff using revenue from parents alone, while child care costs are unaffordable and unsustainable for working families. For years, the situation has been far worse for families with low incomes, families of color, and families seeking infant and toddler care, care for children with disabilities, and care during non-traditional hours.\n\nThe child care workforce has been one of the slowest sectors to recover from the pandemic, and wages for this critical workforce remain unacceptably low, further fueling the shortage of available child care options for families. As of September 2023, the child care industry was missing more than 38,400 workers compared to pre-pandemic levels, and at the rate that child care jobs have been regained in 2023 so far, it could take almost 12 months\u2014until September 2024\u2014for the child care sector to recover pandemic-related job losses. This threatens America\u2019s economic stability and competitiveness. It is estimated that the lack of child care costs our economy $122 billion in lost earnings, productivity, and revenue annually.\n\nFamilies and child care providers are feeling increasingly squeezed following the expiration of COVID-19 relief funding for child care, as child care providers scramble to fill the gap in resources previously filled by federal funds. Data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics show that child care prices increased 1.7% in September 2023, while the Consumer Price Index for all items rose by only 0.2% over the same period. Child care providers in communities across the country are at risk of closure. Already, local news outlets are sharing stories about communities losing child care providers as 43 in Kansas and seven programs serving 300 children in North Carolina have closed following the loss of pandemic-era funding and supports.\n\nDue to your continued support, the fiscal year (FY) 2023 appropriations process yielded a total of $8 billion for CCDBG, which represented a 30 percent increase from FY 2022 funding. We also appreciate that you were able to provide a $700 million increase for CCDBG in the Senate\u2019s proposed FY 2024 spending bill. However, we understand that you are limited on discretionary spending with the passage of the Fiscal Responsibility Act in June. So, it is essential that as supplemental funding to meet emergency needs is considered, Congress take action to address the child care crisis. We have an urgent need to further stabilize an industry that has been long underfunded, and Congress must provide robust funding for this sector through a supplemental package.\n\nThe child care stabilization relief funds provided a much-needed lifeline to the child care industry, but it is crucial that, at minimum, we sustain that level of investment to ensure the industry\u2019s survival and prevent a new emergency. Our providers, workers, children, and families need your help. We urge you to utilize every possible tool to provide a robust investment to address the growing child care crisis. Thank you for your attention to this important matter.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases/walberg-krishnamoorthi-guthrie-and-gottheimer-introduce-pow-priority-care-act", "Walberg, Krishnamoorthi, Guthrie, and Gottheimer Introduce POW Priority Care Act", "2023-11-09", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "MI", "Tim Walberg", "W000798", "walberg.house.gov", "walberg", "https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. -- Today, U.S. Representatives Tim Walberg (R-MI), Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL), Brett Guthrie (R-KY), and Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ) introduced the POW Priority Care Act. This bipartisan legislation would elevate former Prisoners of War (POW) from Priority Group 3 to Priority Group 1 in the scale used by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to determine eligibility for health care benefits and services.\n\n\u201cAs we recognize the valor of our heroic veterans, we are reminded of our steadfast commitment to deliver timely, quality care for those who have served,\u201d said Rep. Walberg. \u201cPrisoners of War have endured unimaginable hardships in service to our country and deserve the highest level of care at the VA. I am proud to partner with my colleagues in introducing this bipartisan legislation to improve the quality of care for those who have sacrificed so much in the line of duty.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs we pay tribute to our veterans and remember their sacrifices on Veterans Day this week, it\u2019s important we show them our gratitude by taking meaningful action to provide them with the level of care they deserve,\" said Rep. Krishnamoorthi. \"Veterans who were Prisoners of War have sacrificed so much on behalf of our country, and deserve the highest quality healthcare and services. It is time to get it to them.\u201d\n\n\u201cI am proud to once again be an original co-sponsor of the POW Priority Care Act which puts our sacred responsibility to support our veterans first,\" said Rep. Guthrie. \"Prisoners of War have faced unimaginable hardships and wounds that are both visible and invisible. This important legislation recognizes the adversity that our POWs have faced by elevating these veterans to the highest priority status for health care services at Veterans Affairs facilities. I am proud to join with Congressman Walberg, Krishnamoorthi, and Gottheimer in introducing this bill and supporting our POWs. I can think of no better way to honor those who have given so much to our country, this Veterans Day.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-people-have-spoken-gotion-must-go", "Moolenaar: The People Have Spoken; Gotion Must Go", "2023-11-08", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "MI", "John R. Moolenaar", "M001194", "moolenaar.house.gov", "moolenaar", "https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Yesterday, voters in Green Charter Township in Mecosta County voted to recall all five remaining members of the township\u2019s board of trustees and replace them with a new board. The recall election comes after the board refused to listen to residents and approved a deal to build a battery component factory with Gotion, a Chinese Communist Party-affiliated company.\n\n\u201cCongratulations to the people of Green Charter Township for electing new leaders. Now the MEDC and Gotion should announce they are heeding the election results, listening to the will of the people, and ending this deal. Otherwise, any burdensome costs incurred by the residents of Green Charter Township as they work to stop this project will be the fault of the township board members that just lost, the leaders in Lansing who ignored residents, and Gotion, which is trying to force itself into a community that does not want it,\u201d said Congressman John Moolenaar. \u201cThese election results are a victory for concerned citizens. I will continue the work I am doing to speak the truth about the CCP and stop its efforts to weaken America.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://scholten.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-scholten-new-dem-coalition-members-urge-congressional-leadership-fully", "Rep. Scholten, New Dem Coalition Members Urge Congressional Leadership to Fully Fund the Affordable Connectivity Program", "2023-11-08", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "MI", "Hillary J. Scholten", "S001221", "scholten.house.gov", "scholten", "https://scholten.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Rep. Hillary Scholten (MI-03), a member of the New Democrat Coalition, joined 72 New Dems in writing a letter to Congressional leadership urging both chambers to include funding for the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) that is consistent with the President\u2019s emergency supplemental appropriations request in any upcoming government funding package.\n\nEnacted as part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law championed by New Dems last Congress, the ACP currently provides broadband subsidies to more than 21 million households across the country. With funding for this program set to run out as soon as early 2024, it is crucial that Congress works to keep broadband affordable for millions of families who benefit from this program.\n\nThe letter reads in part: \u201cCongress has recognized, on a bipartisan basis, that every American must be connected to the internet to prosper and compete in a 21st century economy. We cannot risk millions of families losing access to the internet service they depend on every day by allowing the ACP to lapse. We stand with the Biden Administration in recognizing the ACP as a critical need for American families and a priority for our country.\u201d\n\nYou can read the full letter here and below:\n\nDear Majority Leader Schumer, Minority Leader McConnell, Speaker Johnson and Minority Leader Jefferies,\n\nAs members of the New Democrat Coalition, we write to advocate for the inclusion of $6 billion in additional funding for the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) in any government funding package, to reflect the President\u2019s Fiscal Year 2024 emergency supplemental funding request. The ACP provides critical financial assistance to help American households afford broadband internet services. Access to high-speed and affordable broadband is vital to participating in our 21st-century economy. Communities without sufficient internet connectivity struggle to keep pace in a rapidly changing world increasingly dependent on technology. The New Democrat Coalition is committed to closing this digital divide and the ACP is a necessary tool to accomplish this goal.\n\nEstablished in the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, the ACP currently provides broadband subsidies to more than 21 million households throughout the country. The program has had great success as millions of families who previously could not get online or struggled to pay for broadband access are now connected to the internet. By helping to secure broadband access, the ACP has allowed millions of Americans to maximize educational opportunities, increase telehealth opportunities, stimulate economic growth, and connect with loved ones.\n\nAt the current rate of enrollment, the ACP\u2019s funding will be exhausted as imminently as early next year. Failure to renew funding for the ACP would once again make low-cost broadband internet service unaffordable for millions of families, resulting in a significant loss of internet connectivity nationwide. This would be a significant step backwards in the progress Congress has made to connect more Americans to the internet through additional federal broadband investments.\n\nThe loss of the ACP would also reduce the efficacy of Congress\u2019 groundbreaking $42 billion investment in the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program. A recent study found that the ACP reduces the subsidy amount needed to incentivize broadband deployment in rural areas by 25 percent per-household.1 The ACP is necessary to maximize BEAD program dollars intended to build out our nation\u2019s broadband infrastructure and ensure that no community gets left behind.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://thanedar.house.gov/media/press-releases/state-local-leaders-join-thanedar-for-listening-session-and-washington-update", "State, Local Leaders Join Thanedar for Listening Session and Washington Update", "2023-11-08", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "MI", "Shri Thanedar", "T000488", "thanedar.house.gov", "thanedar", "https://thanedar.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Detroit, MI \u2013 This week, Congressman Shri Thanedar (MI-13) hosted a breakfast for dozens of state and local elected officials in Detroit to hear what issues are at the top of their minds and to provide and update on developments in Washington, D.C. as well as the full range of services his office offers.\n\n\u201cThe most important thing in my office is to be responsive to my constituents and the local leaders in our community,\u201d said Congressman Thanedar. \u201cDuring the course of the breakfast, I was able to update officials about the pending shutdown, President Biden\u2019s proposed funding package for Israel and Ukraine, and the billions of dollars we\u2019re bringing back to the district through Community Project Funding and other revenue streams.\u201d\n\nIn addition to his work on federal legislation in Washington, Congressman Thanedar outlined the process through which his 22 staff members, including fellows and interns, have directly helped nearly 1,000 constituents since he took office in January. Constituent case workers in the Congressman\u2019s Detroit office start working on cases within 48 hours. Congressman Thanedar\u2019s office has resolved 88% of the cases received and returned almost $650,000 owed to constituents by federal agencies. Staffers are standing by to help constituents secure help with passports, the IRS, Medicare, Medicaid, Veterans Affairs, Social Security, immigration issues, and many other federal agencies.\n\n\u201cI believe I have the hardest working staff in Congress,\u201d continued Thanedar. \u201cWhen community members come in with a problem or issue with a federal agency, I guarantee that they are going to receive quick, personal service to get them the help they need as soon as possible.\u201d\n\n\u201cIt was a pleasure meeting all of the Congressman\u2019s staff and learning how each one can assist Wyandotte. It\u2019s helpful to understand how his office works as we prepare and pursue more projects, which will only be possible the Congressman\u2019s help,\u201d said Mayor Robert DeSana from the City of Wyandotte\n\n\u201cThis breakfast was an engaging opportunity for me to hear directly from the Congressman about the status of the passing of the budget and relevant information on federal funding coming back to the district,\u201d said Grosse Pointe Farms Councilwoman Sierra Donaven.\n\nAttendees at the breakfast included officials from Allen Park, Dearborn Heights, Detroit, Ecorse, Grosse Pointe, Grosse Pointe Farms, Grosse Pointe Woods, Hamtramck, Harper Woods, Highland Park, River Rouge, Romulus, Wyandotte, and Wayne County.\n\nConstituents needing help from the Congressman\u2019s office can visit thandar.house.gov, call (313) 880-2400, or visit his offices at 400 Monroe St. in Detroit during business hours.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-votes-censure-tlaib", "Moolenaar Votes to Censure Tlaib", "2023-11-07", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "MI", "John R. Moolenaar", "M001194", "moolenaar.house.gov", "moolenaar", "https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Today, Congressman John Moolenaar voted to censure Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib (D-MI).\n\n\"Today\u2019s factual resolution details why Congresswoman Tlaib is deserving of censure. Her use of an anti-Semitic phrase that calls for eliminating Israel is wrong. Israel is America\u2019s closest ally in the Middle East and no member of Congress should use words that call for it to be wiped off the map,\u201d said Moolenaar. \u201cIt was also wrong for her to accuse Israel of genocide, when we know Israel works to protect innocent life, and it is the terrorists who use civilians as human shields.\u201d\n\nThe resolution was introduced by Congressman Rich McCormick (R-GA). The resolution passed the House of Representatives 234 to 188 with four members voting present. The resolution can be found below.\n\nRESOLUTION\n\nCensuring Representative Rashida Tlaib for promoting false narratives regarding the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack on Israel and for calling for the destruction of the state of Israel.\n\nWhereas Israel has existed on its lands for millennia and the United States played a critical role in returning Israel to those lands in 1948 immediately following the Holocaust in recognition of its right to exist and as an indelible signal of our solidarity with the Jewish people;\n\nWhereas Israel is a critical ally to the American people and to our strategic national security interests in the Middle East;\n\nWhereas the people of Israel\u2014including American citizens\u2014were brutally attacked on October 7, 2023, by Hamas;\n\nWhereas Representative Rashida Tlaib, within 24 hours of the October 7 barbaric attack on Jewish citizens of the State of Israel, representing the deadliest day for Jews since the Holocaust, defended the brutal rapes, murders, be-headings, and kidnapping\u2014including of Americans\u2014by Hamas as justified \u201cresistance\u201d to the \u201capartheid state\u201d;\n\nWhereas Representative Tlaib\u2019s October 8 statement claimed that Hamas\u2019 October 7 attack on the Jewish people was partly attributable to United States security aid provided to Israel, which ignores the fact that the Iron Dome, a co-developed air defense system, saved lives that day by intercepting rockets launched from the Gaza Strip against Israeli civilian targets;\n\nWhereas, on October 18, 2023, Representative Tlaib continued to knowingly spread the false narrative that Israel intentionally bombed the Al-Ahli Arab Hospital on October 17 after United States intelligence, Israeli intelligence, and President Biden assessed with high confidence that Israel did not cause the explosion;\n\nWhereas, on November 3, 2023, Representative Tlaib published on social media a video containing the phrase \u201cfrom the river to the sea\u201d, which is widely recognized as a genocidal call to violence to destroy the state of Israel and its people to replace it with a Palestinian state extending from the Jordan River to the Mediterranean Sea;\n\nWhereas Representative Tlaib doubled down on this call to violence by falsely describing \u201cfrom the river to the sea\u201d as \u201can aspirational call for freedom, human rights, and peaceful coexistence\u201d despite it clearly entailing Israel\u2019s destruction and denial of its fundamental right to exist; and\n\nWhereas Representative Tlaib has repeatedly displayed conduct entirely unbecoming of a Member of the House of Representatives by calling for the destruction of the state of Israel and dangerously promoting false narratives regarding a brutal, large-scale terrorist attack against civilian targets inside the sovereign territory of a major non-NATO ally while hundreds of Israeli and American hostages remain in terrorist captivity: Now, therefore, be it", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://scholten.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-scholten-statement-censure-colleagues", "Rep. Scholten Statement on Censure of Colleagues", "2023-11-07", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "MI", "Hillary J. Scholten", "S001221", "scholten.house.gov", "scholten", "https://scholten.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Rep. Hillary Scholten (MI-03) issued the below statement ahead of votes on motions to censure one Democratic colleague and one Republican colleague:\n\n\u201cThis week, the House will vote on motions to censure two of my colleagues \u2013 a Democratic colleague from Michigan, and a Republican colleague from Florida.\n\nAs a constitutional attorney, I have always defended the right to freedom of speech and will continue to do so\u2013despite my personal views of the words of others. The freedom of speech is foundational to our country and protected rigorously throughout the Constitution. It\u2019s important to protect it when we agree with the speech being expressed, even more so when we disagree.\n\nBut, just as my colleagues facing censure have a right to express their views, I have a right to express mine, and I have\u2014condemning anti-Semitism and Islamophobia alike when they rear their heads in our community and in Congress. Despite my strong disagreement with both of my colleagues\u2019 statements, that is not a reason for censure.\n\nI will be voting against these motions. I will continue to vote against these motions as they are brought against Republicans and Democrats alike. These censures are a waste of time and a distraction from the People\u2019s business.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://scholten.house.gov/media/press-releases/scholten-leads-colleagues-condemning-use-anti-semitic-phrase", "Scholten Leads Colleagues in Condemning Use of Anti-Semitic Phrase", "2023-11-07", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "MI", "Hillary J. Scholten", "S001221", "scholten.house.gov", "scholten", "https://scholten.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, Rep. Hillary Scholten (MI-03) led dozens of her colleagues in issuing the below statement condemning the use of the anti-Semitic phrase, \u201cfrom the river to the sea,\u201d affirming Israel\u2019s right to defend itself, and calling for a humanitarian pause to help save innocent life in Gaza:\n\n\u201cWe reject the use of the phrase \u201cfrom the river to the sea\u201d\u2014 a phrase used by many, including Hamas, as a rallying cry for the destruction of the State of Israel and genocide of the Jewish people. We all feel deep anguish for the human suffering caused by the war in Gaza. Hamas started this war with a barbaric terrorist attack on October 7, 2023, and neither the Palestinian nor Israeli people can have peace as long as Hamas still rules over Gaza and threatens Israel.\n\nThis war is tragic and deeply painful for everyone, especially those who identify with the land and the people\u2014Christians, Jews, and Muslims alike. Every civilian killed, every family torn apart, Palestinian and Israeli, is a tragedy. Every human being deserves dignity and respect, and each of us must do all we can to always see the humanity of the innocent people caught in the middle of this war.\n\nWe support Israel\u2019s right and obligation to defend itself \u2014 to protect its citizens, secure its borders, and rescue its people held hostage in Gaza. Israel also has the obligation to, as best as possible, protect civilians, and in all its actions adhere to international humanitarian law (notwithstanding Hamas\u2019 complete disregard for the same).\n\nWe also recognize the desperate needs of the civilians in Gaza, and fully support doing everything possible to expand safe zones, provide transit corridors, and deliver life-sustaining humanitarian aid. A humanitarian pause of limited space and time, the release of the more than 240 hostages held by Hamas in Gaza, the cessation of rockets fired by Hamas at Israel from civilian neighborhoods in Gaza, and the release of all Palestinian civilians being detained by Hamas as human shields in Gaza would go far toward achieving these goals.\n\nWe are grateful for President Biden\u2019s extraordinary leadership, for his steadfast support of our ally Israel, and for his unwavering commitment to pursuing a lasting solution to the conflict.\u201d\n\nSince coming to Congress, Rep. Scholten \u2013 a member of the Abraham Accords Caucus \u2013 has co-sponsored several pieces of legislation to support our democratic ally, Israel \u2013 including the U.S.-Israel Partnership and Abraham Accords Enhancement Act, a resolution acknowledging the special relationship between the U.S. and Israel and affirms the U.S\u2019 support for Israeli democracy, and a resolution to condemn Hamas terrorism and reaffirm Israel\u2019s right to defend itself following the terrorist organization\u2019s deadly attack in early October.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://thanedar.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-shri-thanedar-calls-for-a-72-hour-humanitarian-pause", "Rep. Shri Thanedar Calls for a 72 Hour Humanitarian Pause", "2023-11-07", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "MI", "Shri Thanedar", "T000488", "thanedar.house.gov", "thanedar", "https://thanedar.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 November 7, 2023 \u2013 Today, I am calling on Israel to institute a 72-hour humanitarian pause to negotiate the release of the hostages held by Hamas and the surrender of Hamas leaders responsible for the October 7 attack. During this pause, President Biden should appoint a chief negotiator to bring all parties to the table. I can think of no one better than former President Barack Obama to lead these efforts. If, at the end of 72 hours, no sufficient progress has been made, Israel should resume its military operations with the goal of destroying Hamas while minimizing civilian casualties.\n\n\u201cThere can be no question about Israel\u2019s right to defend itself in the face of terrorist aggression. By calling for this humanitarian pause, however, we recognize that our ultimate goal is peace and safety for all innocent parties caught up in this conflict. If Israel extends this olive branch, it is essential that Hamas respond and show they are willing to do their part to de-escalate.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases/walberg-votes-advance-censure-rep-tlaib-after-video-posted", "Walberg Votes to Advance Censure of Rep. Tlaib After Video Posted", "2023-11-07", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "MI", "Tim Walberg", "W000798", "walberg.house.gov", "walberg", "https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. -- Today, Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-05) voted to advance H.Res. 845, a resolution to censure Rep. Tlaib after she posted a video using a phrase widely known as a genocidal call to arms. The motion to table the resolution failed, and the adoption of the resolution will be considered tomorrow.\n\nRep. Tim Walberg released the following statement after the vote:", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1137", "Bergman Scores Major Wins for First District in Appropriations Bill", "2023-11-03", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "MI", "Jack Bergman", "B001301", "bergman.house.gov", "bergman", "https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx", "scraper", "Today, Rep. Jack Bergman voted in favor of H.R. 4821, the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies appropriations bill for Fiscal Year 2024. This is the 7th individual appropriations bill passed by the House this year.\n\nRep. Jack Bergman issued the following statement:\n\n\"While not perfect, this legislation secured major wins for Northern Michigan and the Upper Peninsula and I was proud to vote in favor of this bill. Through our collaborative effort, we secured major funding for critical projects from Standish to Escanaba, and I urge the Senate to immediately begin their work to move this bill forward.\n\n\"Our Nation is facing major economic hardships - it's imperative we seek fiscally sound policies when it comes to properly funding our government. This legislation will help rightsize bloated government bureaucracies and create a starting point on funding levels that we can afford as a Nation.\"\n\nThis legislation now will head to the Senate for consideration.\n\nBergman's legislative priorities included:\n\n$1.75 million for Mackinac Island, MI, for the Drinking Water Asset Management Plan project.\n\n$1.75 million for Mackinac Island, MI, for the Sewer Asset Management Plan project.\n\n$1 million for Indian River, MI, for the Sewer Expansion and Modernization project.\n\n$1 million for Traverse City, MI, for the Sewer Force Main Replacement and Improvement project.\n\n$1 million for Roscommon, MI, for the Sewer System Project.\n\n$1 million for Standish, MI, for the Water Area System Improvements project.\n\n$1.75 million for Escanaba, MI, for the Water Service Reconstruction project.\n\n$368 million for the Environmental Protection Agency Great Lakes Restoration Initiative (GLRI) program.\n\nRequires the Department of the Interior to reissue the 2020 rule delisting the gray wolf.\n\nProhibits the up-listing of the northern long-eared bat.\n\nProhibits funds to ban lead ammunition and fishing tackle on Federal lands or waters made available for hunting or fishing activities unless certain conditions are met.\n\nBlocks restrictions on hunting, fishing, and recreational shooting on Federal land\n\n$1 million for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Sea Lamprey Control program.\n\n$183.23 million for the Bureau of Indian Education post-secondary programs, including $87.93 million for Tribal colleges and universities.\n\n$48.5 million for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service North American Wetlands Conservation Fund.\n\n$125.43 million in mandatory funding from the Land and Water Conservation Fund for National Park Service land acquisition.\n\n$305.54 million in mandatory funding from the Land and Water Conservation Fund for the National Park Service State Assistance programs.\n\n$40.16 million in mandatory funding from the Land and Water Conservation Fund for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Cooperative Endangered Species Fund.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/house-passes-moolenaars-funding-request-saginaw-chippewa-tribe", "House Passes Moolenaar\u2019s Funding Request for Saginaw Chippewa Tribe", "2023-11-03", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "MI", "John R. Moolenaar", "M001194", "moolenaar.house.gov", "moolenaar", "https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Today, Congressman John Moolenaar, a member of the House Appropriations Committee, voted for legislation setting the budget for the Department of the Interior for 2024. Included in the legislation are two funding requests made by Moolenaar to support the Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe with more than $3.1 million dollars to improve wastewater and fresh water treatment facilities.\n\n\u201cAs Michigan\u2019s only member on the House Appropriations Committee, I am proud to support the Saginaw Chippewa Tribe and residents in Isabella County with critical funding for the water treatment facilities they rely on every day. This funding will help improve the quality of life for residents and I will continue my efforts to help communities in the Second District receive the support they need for vital projects,\" said Moolenaar.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-lahood-introduce-no-gotion-act-stop-taxpayer-funding-ccp", "Moolenaar, LaHood Introduce NO GOTION Act to Stop Taxpayer Funding of CCP Companies", "2023-11-02", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "MI", "John R. Moolenaar", "M001194", "moolenaar.house.gov", "moolenaar", "https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Congressman John Moolenaar and Congressman Darin LaHood (R-IL) have introduced the No Official Giveaways Of Taxpayers\u2019 Income to Oppressive Nations (NO GOTION) Act. The bill would prohibit companies affiliated with the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) from receiving green energy production tax credits implemented by the Biden administration in the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). The legislation comes in response to Gotion Inc., a subsidiary of the CCP-affiliated Gotion High-Tech, planning to build battery factories in Michigan and Illinois, which would qualify for the tax credits under the IRA.\n\n\u201cThe NO GOTION Act is a simple three-page bill that will prohibit CCP-affiliated companies, including Gotion, from receiving the federal tax dollars of hardworking American families. If America is going to have a secure energy supply, we cannot give federal tax credits to CCP-controlled companies and allow them to expand their influence in the U.S.,\u201d said Moolenaar. \u201cQuite simply, the tax dollars of the American people should not be used to pad the profits of a company beholden to the CCP.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs a member of the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) and the House Intelligence Committee, I have seen the malign efforts that the CCP, and other foreign adversaries like Iran and Russia, are engaged in to undermine our domestic supply chains and national security,\u201d said LaHood. \u201cHard-working taxpayers should not be on the hook for billions in federal subsidies funneling to companies beholden to malign actors, like the CCP. It is clear that the so-called \u2018Inflation Reduction Act\u2019 is being leveraged by foreign adversaries to exploit loopholes to gain generous incentives and dominate key technologies in the United States. Congress and the federal government should be promoting pro-growth tax policy that supports American businesses and this commonsense bill is a positive step to get us back on track.\u201d\n\n\u201cUnder no circumstance should the United States allow our adversaries to benefit from American taxpayers\u2019 hard-earned income,\u201d said Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01), a co-sponsor of the legislation. \u201cI am proud to join my colleagues in introducing the NO GOTION Act, which is a critical measure to deny green energy tax benefits from going to companies that are created, organized, or controlled by Russia, Iran, North Korea, and China.\u201d\n\nIn a media report last month, a Gotion official said the company is \u201creviewing and assessing\u201d how it can use the green energy tax credits President Joe Biden signed into law in 2022. In September 2022, Gotion Inc.\u2019s plans were initially approved by local leaders to build a battery component factory in Mecosta County, Michigan. In September 2023, Gotion Inc. announced plans to build a similar factory in Manteno, Illinois.\n\nIn a recent Foreign Agents Registration Act filing, Gotion Inc. claimed it was \u201cwholly owned and controlled by\u201d Gotion High-Tech, which is based in China. According to Gotion High-Tech\u2019s bylaws, it is required \"to carry out Party activities in accordance with the Constitution of the [Chinese Communist Party].\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://scholten.house.gov/media/press-releases/scholten-statement-speaker-johnsons-israel-supplemental-fails-meet-moment-adds", "Scholten Statement on Speaker Johnson\u2019s Israel Supplemental that Fails to Meet the Moment, Adds Billions to Deficit", "2023-11-02", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "MI", "Hillary J. Scholten", "S001221", "scholten.house.gov", "scholten", "https://scholten.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congresswoman Hillary Scholten (MI-03) released the below statement after voting against Speaker Mike Johnson\u2019s Israel supplemental, which did not include much-needed humanitarian assistance for the region, but did include an unprecedented \u201coffset\u201d in cuts to the Internal Revenue Service that will actually add at least $12.5B to the deficit in the next decade, according to the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office:\n\n\u201cJust last week, more than 400 bipartisan members of the House came together to condemn Hamas and show our strong support for Israel, underscoring how united this body is in our support for our democratic ally. Instead of putting a bipartisan emergency Israel aid package on the floor, Speaker Johnson, in an unprecedented move, chose to prioritize an extreme Republican policy wish list item.\n\nNot only that, this package fails to include much-needed humanitarian aid for innocent civilians in Israel and Gaza, and has no chance of becoming law. These theatrics are further delaying our ability to provide critical assistance during this time of crisis for our strong ally. This sends a false and dangerous signal that we are not committed to supporting our democratic partners around the world.\n\nAlso, of deep concern to me, as someone who prioritizes fiscal responsibility with our taxpayer resources, is that this bill ADDS $12.5B to the deficit. Republicans are showing once again that they need a math lesson\u2013this is not a budget cut, it takes our deficit in the wrong direction.\n\nSpeaker Johnson needs to immediately work with Democrats in Congress and the White House on a package that meets this critical moment. The world is watching. We have no time to waste.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://scholten.house.gov/media/press-releases/scholten-helps-introduce-bipartisan-bill-protect-migrant-children-address", "Scholten Helps Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Protect Migrant Children, Address Immigration Court Backlog", "2023-11-01", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "MI", "Hillary J. Scholten", "S001221", "scholten.house.gov", "scholten", "https://scholten.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congresswoman Hillary Scholten (D-MI) joined U.S. Senators Michael Bennet (D-CO) and Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) and Reps. Dan Goldman (D-NY), Maria Salazar (R-FL), and Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer (R-OR) in introducing legislation to combat the immigration court backlog and strengthen due process rights for unaccompanied migrant children.\n\n\u201cLet\u2019s be clear about one thing\u2013infants and children should not be in a situation where they have to stand trial in immigration court,\u201d said Rep. Scholten. \u201cWe have a deeply broken immigration system in this country. But as we continue the long and complicated work for repairing it, of fighting for justice in a political climate that has grown callous to the suffering of children, the next best option is creating a court that works to accommodate their unique needs. As a mom, I\u2019ll never stop fighting for these vulnerable kids.\u201d\n\n\u201cSince joining the Senate, I\u2019ve fought to reform our broken immigration system, keep our country safe, and protect innocent children who cross the border seeking asylum. This legislation will ensure kids fleeing violence and persecution are able to understand and participate in immigration court proceedings and are treated with the dignity, respect, and care they deserve,\u201d said Senator Bennet.\u201cThis bipartisan, pragmatic legislation demonstrates that we can find common ground and repair our broken immigration system to uphold the rule of law and honor our country\u2019s heritage.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe Biden Administration has failed on our Southern Border. Our country is facing nearly 3 million border crossings in 2023 and continued dysfunctional immigration policies. Each of these problems only exacerbate the severe backlog at our immigration courts and inhibit due process for individuals navigating the legal system. Unfortunately, these failures especially impact unaccompanied children, who are sometimes required to face a judge at their removal proceeding alone,\u201d said Senator Murkowski. \u201cNo child should be left alone in court\u2014and the United States of America can and should do better for vulnerable children. That\u2019s why I cosponsored this commonsense effort that would enhance the efficiency of immigrant courts and due process for children\u2014while also training judges on how to hold proceedings specific to minors. While we have a long way to go in addressing the many and significant problems with our immigration system, particularly in securing our borders, this effort takes real, pragmatic to ensure a more streamlined and appropriate process for vulnerable children.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe have an obligation to protect the children who arrive at our borders without their families, and it is vital that we make our immigration system easier for these young people to navigate,\u201d said Rep. Goldman. \u201cChildren coming to the United States alone have often traveled hundreds of thousands of miles to escape extreme violence and other dangers. Far too often, these children are left alone to navigate a judicial system they do not understand, frequently in a language they don\u2019t speak, and sometimes without a lawyer to represent them. A dedicated children\u2019s court within our immigration system will allow us to tailor a complicated immigration system to a child\u2019s needs and ensure they receive due process and essential assistance.\u201d\n\n\u201cChildren are often the greatest victims of our broken immigration system,\u201d said Rep. Salazar. \u201cWe must do better to meet children\u2019s needs while streamlining immigration court proceedings and making our courts more efficient. I\u2019m proud to co-lead the Immigration Court Efficiency and Children\u2019s Court Act to improve outcomes for children, families, and the American people in our backlogged immigration courts. And most importantly \u2013 keep them safe.\u201d\n\nUnaccompanied migrant children face unique obstacles as they navigate the complex U.S. immigration system. After they are placed into removal proceedings, many unaccompanied children appear alone before a judge in immigration court. Children\u2019s cases are legally complex and often take longer than adult cases to hear. As a result, there are more than 62,000 pending unaccompanied children\u2019s cases in the United States.\n\nThe bipartisan, bicameral Immigration Court Efficiency and Children\u2019s Court Act is a common sense proposal to strengthen due process for vulnerable children and combat the immigration court backlog. The legislation would establish a Children\u2019s Court within the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) focused on the adjudication of unaccompanied children\u2019s removal proceedings.\n\nThe newly established Children\u2019s Court would require:\n\nSpecially Trained Personnel: Children\u2019s Immigration Court judges would receive special training on child trafficking, developmental and trauma-informed practice, and docket management tools.\n\nChild Participation Protocols: The Children\u2019s Court would ensure that children can easily attend court, actively engage in the process, and fully understand their rights to help overcome typical challenges in children\u2019s proceedings. The bill would require that the Court utilize child-appropriate procedures to help ensure that children comprehend the proceedings, are treated appropriately for their developmental stage, and have sufficient time to secure counsel.\n\nCoordination with Legal Services Organizations: Legal services organizations would coordinate with the Court to help children access legal screening and immigration proceedings at the same time and place to ensure that children obtain counsel faster and more efficiently. This approach reduces unnecessary time in court and can prevent procedural delays.\n\nThis legislation is supported by 40 organizations, including World Relief, National Immigration Forum, Church World Service, Women's Refugee Commission, American Immigration Lawyers Association, American Bar Association, and the Rocky Mountain Immigrant Advocacy Network (RMIAN).", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases/walberg-statement-tabling-censure-resolution", "Walberg Statement on Tabling Censure Resolution", "2023-11-01", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "MI", "Tim Walberg", "W000798", "walberg.house.gov", "walberg", "https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. -- Today, Congressman Tim Walberg (R-MI) opposed efforts to censure Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-MI) for her remarks related to the October 7 terrorist attack and other anti-Israeli comments based upon constitutional protections guaranteed by the First Amendment.\n\nCongressman Walberg released the following statement:", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1136", "Oversight Task Force Chairman Jack Bergman, House Budget Chairman Jodey Arrington Demand Accountability from Biden Administration on Ukraine War Funding", "2023-10-31", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "MI", "Jack Bergman", "B001301", "bergman.house.gov", "bergman", "https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx", "scraper", "Budget Committee Oversight Task Force Chairman Jack Bergman (R-MI) and House Budget Committee Chairman Jodey Arrington (R-TX) sent a letter to Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Director Shalanda Young demanding accounting of the United States\u2019 funding of the Ukraine war to date. The letter also calls on Director Young to schedule a date to testify before the House Budget Committee on these expenditures.\n\nThe letter reads, \u201cIt has now been over 20 months since Russia invaded Ukraine. Congress has provided $114 billion in supplemental appropriations \u2014 not including potentially billions in additional repurposed, transferred, and reprogramed funds \u2014 and yet we are no closer to getting a clear picture of the Biden Administration\u2019s strategy for providing U.S. assistance in Ukraine. What has become abundantly clear, however, is that this conflict is far from over \u2014 therefore, it is imperative that the Biden Administration be accountable, transparent, and most importantly, honest, with the American people about funding for Ukraine\u2026As you are aware, it is Congress that has the power of the purse, and there\u2019s no excuse for Congress to be unaware of how congressionally appropriated funds are being spent.\u201d\n\nBergman and Arrington's letter calls for a full accounting of expenditures, transfers and reprogrammed funds, as well as obligations, apportionments, and outlays for each appropriations account providing assistance to Ukraine. This information is essential to advance Congressional oversight, inform potential legislation, and keep the federal government accountable to the American people.\n\nBergman and Arrington demand OMB Director Young provide the following:\n\nA full crosscutting report on U.S. government-wide expenditures for Ukraine and \u201ccountries impacted by the situation in Ukraine\u201d since February 24, 2022.\n\nA complete and detailed explanation of all relevant/applicable legal authorities utilized by the Biden Administration for all expenditures related to Russia\u2019s war in Ukraine and security assistance related to the war in Ukraine. including the amounts of assistance provided under each authority, and the remaining assistance that may be provided under each authority.\n\nThe letter also highlights OMB\u2019s unwillingness thus far to comply with Congress and provide requested accounting on the Ukraine War thus far, including requests from Senator J.D. Vance (R-OH) and several House Budget Committee members who called on OMB for information on these expenditures on January 22, 2023 and have yet to receive adequate information in response.\n\nPursuant of Rule X the Committee on the Budget has jurisdiction over \u201cthe budget process generally,\u201d including the executive budget process. The Committee\u2019s responsibilities in this area include \u201censuring spending and revenue decisions are transparent and effectively carried out by the Executive Branch.\u201d This entails the duty to elicit accurate information about expenditure and related matters from the Executive Branch to keep the federal government accountable to the American people.\n\nSee the full letter HERE.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://scholten.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-scholten-joins-letter-calling-swift-consideration-administrations-border", "Rep. Scholten Joins Letter Calling for Swift Consideration of Administration\u2019s Border Security Request", "2023-10-31", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "MI", "Hillary J. Scholten", "S001221", "scholten.house.gov", "scholten", "https://scholten.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Rep. Hillary Scholten (MI-03) joined over 30 New Democrat Coalition members in a letter to Congressional leadership calling on the Senate to quickly bring a bipartisan border security package reflecting President Biden\u2019s supplemental request to the House Floor.\n\nThroughout the 118th Congress, New Dems have called on the Administration and House leadership to advance additional funding to streamline immigration processes, secure the border, and tackle the fentanyl crisis.\n\n\u201cAs members of the New Democrat Coalition, we understand emergency funding is necessary to secure our border, ensure a humane and orderly immigration process, and stop the flow of fentanyl into the United States\u2026 Securing our nation\u2019s southern border is a bipartisan goal, and the shared responsibility of all members of Congress. We ask that you swiftly bring this important package to a vote in the Senate,\u201d wrote the lawmakers.\n\nYou can read the full letter to Congressional leadership here and below:\n\nDear Majority Leader Schumer, Speaker Johnson, Minority Leaders McConnell, and Jefferies,\n\nWe urge you to quickly bring a bipartisan border security package reflecting the President\u2019s Fiscal Year 2024 emergency supplemental request to the Senate floor. As members of the New Democrat Coalition, we understand emergency funding is necessary to secure our border, ensure a humane and orderly immigration process, and stop the flow of fentanyl into the United States.\n\nPresident Biden has put forth a strong and comprehensive border security package in his supplemental request. The requested $13.6 billion investment would:\n\nIncrease boots on the ground at the border. The request ensures the Department of Homeland Security has the additional resources and personnel to accomplish their mission of maintaining border security while assisting refugees and processing migrants, including funds to hire an additional 1,300 border patrol agents.\n\nImprove the processing of asylum cases. The request includes funding to hire 375 new immigration judge teams and 1,600 asylum officers to tackle the significant backlog straining our immigration courts that has severely delayed resolutions, often for years at a time.\n\nSupport local governments and nonprofits. The request includes $1.4 billion for the depleted Shelter and Services Program which reimburses already-overstretched local governments and nonprofits who provide essential resources to recently released migrants.\n\nAddress the fentanyl crisis. The request includes funding to hire an additional 1,000 officers focused on counter-fentanyl efforts and to purchase cutting-edge technology to stop the flow of fentanyl into the United States. Deaths related to the use of illicit fentanyl and other synthetic opioids have risen by nearly 200% in the past decade, affecting nearly every American community in the process. Each of these investments will reduce illicit fentanyl trafficking and save lives.\n\nSecuring our nation\u2019s southern border is a bipartisan goal, and the shared responsibility of all members of Congress. We ask that you swiftly bring this important package to a vote in the Senate.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1135", "Bergman, Sherrill Aim to Strengthen National Security and Protect Defense Personnel Worldwide from Nefarious Phone Applications", "2023-10-30", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "MI", "Jack Bergman", "B001301", "bergman.house.gov", "bergman", "https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx", "scraper", "Bipartisan Bill Provides Better Guidance on Possible Risks Surrounding Foreign Owned Mobile Apps\n\nWashington - Last week, Representative Jack Bergman (MI-01) and Representative Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11) introduced the bipartisan Bolstering America\u2019s Defenses Against Potentially Perilous Software (BAD APPS) Act. This legislation will protect our national security by ensuring that defense personnel have a better understanding of the potential risks of downloading apps onto their cellular devices. Representative Sherrill secured a version of this bill in Section 1858 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023.\n\nForeign actors have increasingly used programs like fitness applications, video games, and social media applications like Tik Tok to gather sensitive information from defense personnel while at home or abroad. This legislation would require the Department of Defense to create an accountable, analytic risk framework to comprehensively evaluate potentially dangerous cell phone apps. From this risk framework, the Department of Defense is authorized to issue internal guidance to personnel on how to limit risks from certain foreign mobile applications and their proximity to sensitive DoD activities.\n\n\u201cOur adversaries are flooding app stores with seemingly harmless apps that present a real danger to our national security. The BAD APPS Act will ensure our national security personnel have proper guidance on these evolving threats to make smart decisions. I\u2019m proud to work with Rep. Sherrill to introduce this bill and ensure news, games, and other mobile phone applications do not compromise our defense employee\u2019s movements, sensitive facility locations, or movements of critical national security hardware,\u201d said Representative Bergman.\n\n\u201cIt is crucial that our national security professionals and servicemembers have all the pertinent information needed to make smart cyber decisions when they are on the job or at home. That\u2019s why I am proud to introduce the BAD APPS Act, legislation that takes a proactive approach to help the Department of Defense keep track of potentially dangerous cell phone applications,\u201d said Rep. Sherrill. \u201cOur servicemembers and civilian defense personnel perform important duties across the globe to keep our country safe. We cannot allow a foreign adversary, company, or individual to compromise our national security by targeting an individual's data through a seemingly innocuous app on their phone.\u201d\n\nThe BAD APPS Act has been endorsed by With Honor Action. Original cosponsors of the bill include Raja Krishnamoorthi (IL-08), Ashley Hinson (IA-02), Dan Newhouse (WA-04), John Garamendi (CA-08), Jason Crow (CO-06), Brad Finstad (MN-01), Andre Carson (IN-07), and Jill Tokuda (HI-02).\n\n\u201cIn our digital age, ensuring the safety of our defense employees\u2019 data is paramount,\u201d said Representative Newhouse. \u201cBad foreign actors are adding malware to seemingly harmless mobile applications which open the door to numerous critical national security systems. This legislation aims to close that door and prevent our adversaries from gaining access.\u201d\n\n\u201cWith Honor Action is proud to endorse the BAD APPS Act. The proliferation of mobile apps poses a unique challenge to our national security when downloaded on our servicemembers\u2019 phones. It is essential that the DoD be forward leaning in helping military members make rationale, risk-based assessments on which apps they download, especially given the sheer volume of available apps and their opaque nature. Members of our military want to do the right thing and this bill helps provide them with the guidance to do so,\u201d said Tom Seaman, Legislative Director, With Honor Action.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-asks-fbi-director-about-ccp-owned-industrial-sites-america", "Moolenaar Asks FBI Director About CCP-Owned Industrial Sites in America Being Used For Spying", "2023-10-27", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "MI", "John R. Moolenaar", "M001194", "moolenaar.house.gov", "moolenaar", "https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Congressman John Moolenaar is asking FBI Director Christopher Wray to answer questions about espionage efforts by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). In a letter sent to Wray, Moolenaar references Wray\u2019s appearance on \u201c60 Minutes\u201d on October 22, where the Director said the FBI is aware of the CCP's efforts to purchase land to spy on America.\n\nIn the letter, Moolenaar asks Wray a series of questions related to Chinese nationals and the Gotion facility that has been proposed in Green Charter Township in Mecosta County. Those questions are:\n\n1.) If Gotion Inc. builds a facility in Michigan, can you and the Bureau ensure it will not be used for espionage?\n\n2.) The Gotion site in Michigan is 100 miles from Camp Grayling, where the Michigan National Guard has trained members of Taiwan\u2019s military. Can you guarantee that none of the 20-50 Chinese nationals Gotion will bring to its Michigan site will spy or be coerced into spying on Camp Grayling?\n\n3.) The State Department oversees issuing work visas to Chinese nationals for the purpose of working in the United States. Do you and the FBI trust the State Department\u2019s vetting process of Chinese nationals? What improvements should be made to this process?\n\n4.) Do you believe the State Department\u2019s vetting process can guarantee that no one who is admitted to the United States on a work visa will be a spy for the CCP?\n\n5.) Has the FBI arrested Chinese nationals for espionage who were in the United States on a work visa approved by the State Department?\n\nIn September, the Wall Street Journal reported there have been 100 attempts by Chinese nationals to access U.S. military bases.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-leads-house-banning-tax-dollars-gotion-research", "Moolenaar Leads House in Banning Tax Dollars for Gotion Research", "2023-10-26", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "MI", "John R. Moolenaar", "M001194", "moolenaar.house.gov", "moolenaar", "https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Today, Congressman John Moolenaar, a member of the Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), voted for legislation to fund the Department of Energy (DOE) for 2024. Included in the bill is a policy written by Moolenaar that prohibits DOE from awarding any research funding or contracts to companies that partner with the CCP and other adversaries of the United States. The bill passed the House of Representatives.\n\n\"It is unacceptable that research funding is going to companies that work with the CCP. So I wrote this new policy to help stop it. Our country is in a competition against the CCP and we must make sure research and innovation funded by the American people benefits America and not China. Companies, including Gotion Inc., that are directly linked to the CCP have no business receiving federal research funding,\" said Moolenaar.\n\nMoolenaar added the policy during the House Appropriations Committee\u2019s consideration of the bill in June. A copy of the policy that passed the House can be found here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://scholten.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-scholten-leads-small-business-committee-democrats-calling-sba-release", "Rep. Scholten Leads Small Business Committee Democrats in Calling on SBA to Release Updated Minority Contracting Statistics", "2023-10-26", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "MI", "Hillary J. Scholten", "S001221", "scholten.house.gov", "scholten", "https://scholten.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Today, Rep. Hillary Scholten (MI-03), along with Small Business Committee Ranking Member Nydia M. Vel\u00e1zquez (D-NY) and Rep. Kweisi Mfume (D-MD), led five Small Business Committee Democrats in sending a letter to the Small Business Administration (SBA) calling on the agency to release updated, disaggregated data of federal contracting spending by race/ethnicity of business owners for Fiscal Year 2022 (FY22).\n\n\u201cGiven the ongoing challenges for small businesses in the federal marketplace, including and especially for minority-owned small businesses and programs that focus on minority-owned businesses, we believe that this data will continue to demonstrate the need for targeted programs,\u201d wrote the lawmakers. \u201cUpdating and releasing this information would be a prudent and clear step toward our shared goal of increasing opportunity for all underserved small business government contractors.\u201d\n\nIn 2021, the Biden administration released disaggregated federal contracting data for the first time in an effort to increase transparency and equity in procurement programs. The data highlights that minority-owned small businesses continue to be underrepresented in the federal marketplace. The data has emerged as a valuable tool for lawmakers crafting policies to address barriers to entry and other obstacles for government contractors.\n\n\u201cThe committee requests that the SBA compile this information from the FY22 data as soon as practicable,\u201d wrote the lawmakers. \u201cWe believe that this information is especially timely and prudent and would be helpful to ongoing efforts to protect programs that level the playing field for minority-owned businesses.\u201d\n\nThe letter was also signed by Reps. Shri Thanedar (D-MI), Morgan McGarvey (D-KY), Sharice Davids (D-KS), Dean Phillips (D-MN), and Judy Chu (D-CA).", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://scholten.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-scholten-statement-election-speaker-mike-johnson", "Rep. Scholten Statement on Election of Speaker Mike Johnson", "2023-10-26", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "MI", "Hillary J. Scholten", "S001221", "scholten.house.gov", "scholten", "https://scholten.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Rep. Hillary Scholten (MI-03) issued the below statement after House Republicans elected Rep. Mike Johnson to Speaker of the House:\n\n\u201cWhile I remain deeply concerned about the Speaker\u2019s record, especially his connections to the efforts to overturn the 2020 election, I am committed to working across the aisle to get things done for West Michigan. I hope the Speaker rises to the occasion and stays true to his promise of bipartisanship that he expressed during his speech this afternoon. Now, let\u2019s get back to work.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://mcclain.house.gov/2023/10/congresswoman-mcclain-introduces-the-iran-nuclear-verification-act", "Congresswoman McClain Introduces the Iran Nuclear Verification Act", "2023-10-25", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "MI", "Lisa C. McClain", "M001136", "mcclain.house.gov", "mcclain", "https://mcclain.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Rep. Lisa McClain (R-MI) introduced the Iran Nuclear Verification Act, a bill that forces the President to hold off on rejoining the Iran Nuclear Deal until the following conditions are met: Iran allows the UN Nuclear Inspectors full access to all their nuclear sites, and the UN Nuclear Inspectors finalize their comprehensive report on Iran\u2019s nuclear activities.\n\nThis legislation comes at a critical time as Israel defends itself against Hamas, a terrorist organization that Iran fully supports and is covertly working to aid in their unjust war against the Israeli people.\n\n\u201cThe Islamic Republic of Iran is a disruptive, terrorist-ridden country that is hellbent on destabilizing the Middle East\u201d said Rep. McClain. \u201cThe so-called Iran Nuclear Deal that President Obama negotiated has only empowered their nuclear capabilities and threatened global order, and President Biden has worked under a cloak of secrecy to renegotiate this same deal and further its impact. It\u2019s well past time we prevent the United States from re-entering such a flawed and dangerous agreement with Iran, and I am proud to introduce a bill today to do just that.\u201d\n\nJoining Rep. McClain as cosponsors of this bill are: Rep. Dan Crenshaw (R-TX), Rep. Ralph Norman (R-SC), Rep. Maria Salazar (R-FL), Rep. Randy Weber (R-TX), Rep. Byron Donalds (R-FL), Rep. Daniel Webster (R-FL), Rep. Andy Biggs (R-AZ), Rep. Rudy Yakym (R-IN), Rep. Burgess Owens (R-UT), and Rep. William Timmons (R-SC).\n\nFor bill text, click here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-supports-mike-johnson-speaker-house", "Moolenaar Supports Mike Johnson as Speaker of the House", "2023-10-25", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "MI", "John R. Moolenaar", "M001194", "moolenaar.house.gov", "moolenaar", "https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Today, Congressman John Moolenaar voted for Congressman Mike Johnson (R-LA) to serve as Speaker of the House. Johnson was elected to the role with 220 votes, beating Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY), who received 209 votes.\n\n\u201cI believe Mike Johnson has the skills and respect needed to lead the House of Representatives and move this country forward. Michigan families are dealing with the high costs of President Biden\u2019s policies every day as they pay more for everything they buy. To help them, the House must rein in Biden\u2019s runaway spending and inflation. I look forward to working with Speaker Johnson on this issue and more, including border security and stopping the Chinese Communist Party\u2019s influence in America,\u201d said Moolenaar.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://scholten.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-scholten-hosts-inaugural-telephone-town-hall-speakers-race-israel-hamas", "Rep. Scholten Hosts Inaugural Telephone Town Hall on Speaker\u2019s Race, Israel-Hamas War", "2023-10-25", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "MI", "Hillary J. Scholten", "S001221", "scholten.house.gov", "scholten", "https://scholten.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "An audio replay of the telephone town hall can be found here.\n\nWASHINGTON, D.C.\u2013 Last night, Rep. Hillary Scholten (MI-03) hosted her inaugural telephone town hall from her Washington, D.C. office. Roughly 4,000 West Michiganders joined the call for updates on the Speaker of the House race, the Israel-Hamas war, the appropriations process, and other issues facing the country.\n\n\u201cThere\u2019s nothing more important to me in this work than being accessible and responsive to West Michiganders. As we face unprecedented challenges both at home and abroad, it was an honor to speak with people directly to answer their questions and hear their concerns,\u201d said Rep. Scholten.\u201cI look forward to hosting more town halls \u2013 both in person and over the phone \u2013 in the future and will continue working to make sure West Michiganders\u2019 voices are heard in Washington.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases/walberg-statement-election-speaker-johnson", "Walberg Statement on Election of Speaker Johnson", "2023-10-25", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "MI", "Tim Walberg", "W000798", "walberg.house.gov", "walberg", "https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. -- Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-05) released the following statement after voting for Mike Johnson to become the 56th Speaker of the House:\n\n\"Today, the House Republican Conference reunited to elect a strong conservative, Mike Johnson, as the 56th Speaker of the House. For nine months, House Republicans maneuvered with a historically small majority to pass the strongest border security ever, the Parents Bill of Rights, a comprehensive energy reform package, 70% of discretionary funding through single-subject appropriations bills, and much more. This critical work will continue under Speaker Johnson\u2019s leadership, and we will resume our role as the voice of the American people and continue to deliver results.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://scholten.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-scholten-helps-introduce-clean-water-act-2023", "Rep. Scholten Helps Introduce Clean Water Act of 2023", "2023-10-24", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "MI", "Hillary J. Scholten", "S001221", "scholten.house.gov", "scholten", "https://scholten.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C.\u2013 On the 51st anniversary of the Clean Water Act, Rep. Hillary Scholten (MI-03) joined fellow members of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee in introducing the Clean Water Act of 2023 to protect America\u2019s rivers, streams, and wetlands from pollution.\n\n\u201cEveryone deserves access to clean water \u2013 it\u2019s really that simple. Our much-needed bill will restore the integrity of the original Clean Water Act so we can protect this critical resource for future generations,\u201d said Rep. Scholten.\n\nThis legislation undoes the damage from the Supreme Court Sackett decision, which dramatically limited the scope of federal protections over the nation\u2019s waters and wetlands provided by the original Clean Water Act of 1972.\n\nThe bill reinstates the bipartisan federal-state partnership that has protected rivers, streams, and wetlands for over 50 years and establishes a clear, level playing field for businesses and industries to thrive while protecting precious natural resources.\n\nA one-page summary of the bill can be found here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases/walberg-highlights-national-prescription-drug-take-back-day-0", "Walberg Highlights National Prescription Drug Take Back Day", "2023-10-24", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "MI", "Tim Walberg", "W000798", "walberg.house.gov", "walberg", "https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Niles, MI -- Saturday, October 28, is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-05) encourages his constituents to participate by visiting one of the many drug disposal locations available throughout Michigan\u2019s 5th Congressional District and beyond between 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM.\n\n\u201cDuring the last prescription drug collection day, over 633,725 pounds of medications were collected across the nation,\u201d said Rep. Walberg. \u201cHouseholds frequently accumulate leftover prescription drugs, which can cause issues if they fall into the wrong hands. Proper disposal of unused prescription drugs helps prevent misuse and helps keep our streets safer.\"\n\nResidents who have expired or leftover medications can visit the Drug Enforcement Administration\u2019s website here to find more information about available disposal sites. A list of locations throughout Michigan\u2019s 5th District is also available below.\n\nBerrien County\n\nMichigan State Police Niles Post: 1600 Silverbrook Ave, Niles, MI\n\nLakeland Medical Suites: 42 N St Joseph Ave, Niles, MI\n\nCorewell Health Lakeland: 1234 Napier Ave, St Joseph, MI\n\nBranch County\n\nBranch County Sheriff\u2019s Office: 379 Keith Wilhelm Dr, Coldwater, MI\n\nCalhoun County\n\nFamily Fare Supermarket: 1406 N Eaton St, Albion, MI\n\nCass County\n\nCass County Sheriff\u2019s Office: 321 M-62, Cassopolis, MI\n\nFamily Fare: 56151 M-51 S, Dowagiac, MI\n\nHoward Township Hall: 1345 Barron Lake Rd, Niles, MI\n\nPokagon Tribal Health Center: 58620 Sink Rd, Dowagiac, MI\n\nMarcellus Township Hall: 13163 Marcellus Hwy, Marcellus, MI\n\nOntwa Township/Edwardsburg Police Department: 26296 US-12, Edwardsburg, MI\n\nSt. Joseph County\n\nSturgis Police Department: 122 N Nottawa St, Sturgis, MI\n\nMichigan State Police White Pigeon Detachment: 101 US-131, White Pigeon, MI\n\nThree Rivers Police Department: 333 W Michigan Ave, Three Rivers, MI\n\nColon Police Department: 127 E State St, Colon, MI\n\nLenawee County\n\nHickman Hospital: 5640 N Adrian Hwy, Adrian, MI\n\nRep. Walberg\u2019s efforts to combat the opioid crisis across our nation:\n\nAs a member of the Energy and Commerce Committee and the Bipartisan Heroin Task Force, Congressman Walberg has been committed to working with his colleagues to address the alarming opioid epidemic that is affecting communities in Michigan and sweeping the nation.\n\nFive years ago, Democrats and Republicans worked together to pass a landmark bill, the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act, signed into law by President Trump. Walberg proudly authored multiple bipartisan provisions in this historic bill to crack down on the epidemic. After the bill\u2019s implementation, opioid overdoses not only slowed but began to decrease.\n\nBut now, there\u2019s been a shift in the epidemic. Traditional overdoses have begun shifting to poisonings of individuals who intended to ingest cocaine or other substances, unknowingly consuming something laced with fentanyl. These new challenges were worsened by the pandemic, an unsecured border, social isolation, and a widespread sense of uncertainty never experienced by much of the population.\n\nIn July, bipartisan legislation was introduced to reauthorize successful programs from the SUPPORT Act and make the tweaks necessary to fight the problems we face today, not just the problems we faced five years ago. Walberg cosponsored this legislation, which will not only build upon the successful programs passed in the SUPPORT Act and help vulnerable individuals overcome addiction but also make improvements like offering greater access to over-the-counter opioid reversal medications.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-calls-michigan-leaders-stop-gotion-fbi-director-issues", "Moolenaar Calls for Michigan Leaders to Stop Gotion as FBI Director Issues Another Warning on CCP Companies", "2023-10-23", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "MI", "John R. Moolenaar", "M001194", "moolenaar.house.gov", "moolenaar", "https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Last night on \u201c60 Minutes,\u201d FBI Director Christopher Wray told the country his agency has \u201cseen a variety of efforts by Chinese businesses, some cases state-owned enterprises, some cases ostensibly private companies, attempting to acquire businesses, land, infrastructure, what have you, in the United States in a way that presents national security concerns.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe FBI Director\u2019s warning of how CCP companies buy land and use industrial sites for espionage in the United States is yet another alarm bell for the people of Michigan. Unfortunately, state and local leaders in Lansing, Mecosta County, and the MEDC have ignored numerous warnings about the national security risks of doing business with CCP-affiliated companies, including Gotion. These leaders need to take these warnings seriously and stop the Gotion project,\u201d said Congressman John Moolenaar.\n\nWray along with intelligence directors from Australia, Canada, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom appeared on \"60 Minutes\" last night to discuss the increasing threat of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). During the interview, Wray gave the response above, when the intelligence directors were asked directly, \u201cIs the Chinese government building industrial sites in your countries that are actually covers for espionage operations?\u201d\n\nGotion Inc., a subsidiary of the CCP-affiliated Gotion High-Tech, is planning to build a battery component factory in Mecosta County. The proposed site of the battery factory is just over 100 miles away from Camp Grayling, where the Michigan National Guard has hosted training for Taiwanese military leaders. Gotion has also announced its plans to send 20-50 Chinese nationals to the site of the factory. On September 4, the Wall Street Journal reported that the federal government is aware of 100 incidents where CCP nationals tried to enter military bases, sometimes posing as tourists. The Journal wrote that, \u201cOfficials familiar with the practice say the individuals are typically Chinese nationals pressed into service and required to report back to the Chinese government.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://scholten.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-scholten-recognizes-biden-administrations-immediate-response-terrorism-and", "Rep. Scholten Recognizes Biden Administration\u2019s Immediate Response to Terrorism and Gaza Conflict, Urges Need for Continued Aid in Gaza", "2023-10-23", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "MI", "Hillary J. Scholten", "S001221", "scholten.house.gov", "scholten", "https://scholten.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C.\u2013 Rep. Hillary Scholten (MI-03) joined a majority of her House Democratic Caucus colleagues in thanking the Biden administration for their immediate response to the conflict in the Middle East and urged the need for continued humanitarian aid to Gaza to prevent the loss of more innocent lives.\n\n\u201cWe are grateful as well for your clear statements regarding the fundamental importance of ensuring that the humanitarian needs of the civilian population of Gaza are met, and that all possible steps are being taken to ensure the safety of civilians and noncombatants in the Strip. Reportedly, more than 3,000 people have been killed and more than 9,700 wounded in Gaza, making it imperative that we act immediately to prevent further loss of innocent lives. We agree with you that Israel\u2019s response must be in accordance with international law and our shared democratic values,\u201d wrote the lawmakers.\n\n\u201cEven after this war between Israel and Hamas is over, the conflict between Israel and the Palestinians cannot be solved ultimately by any military means. When this crisis ends, your leadership together with regional partners will be needed to create a path to a sustainable future because, as you have so often pointed out, both Israelis and Palestinians deserve equal measures of freedom, security, opportunity and dignity. There will never be an end to the violence until that goal is achieved, and we know that the United States will have a significant role in the pursuit of the peaceful coexistence between Israel and its neighbors,\u201d the lawmakers continued.\n\nRead the full letter here and below:\n\nDear President Biden,\n\nWe write to thank you for your strong leadership during a tragic and dangerous moment in the Middle East. The horrific attack on October 7 against Israel by the terrorist organization Hamas took the lives of over 1,400 people, injured over 3,000 more, and resulted in the capture of nearly 200 people \u2013 including many American citizens \u2013 who are being held as hostages in Gaza. You have rightly condemned these actions as pure evil and expressed the United States\u2019 steadfast support for our ally Israel in a moment of need and horror.\n\nWe stand with you in supporting Israel and are ready to provide whatever assistance the state and people of Israel need to defend themselves and to ensure that hostages return home and those who perpetrated these crimes against humanity are held accountable.\n\nWe are grateful as well for your clear statements regarding the fundamental importance of ensuring that the humanitarian needs of the civilian population of Gaza are met, and that all possible steps are being taken to ensure the safety of civilians and noncombatants in the Strip. Reportedly, more than 3,000 people have been killed and more than 9,700 wounded in Gaza, making it imperative that we act to prevent further loss of innocent lives. We agree with you that Israel\u2019s response must be in accordance with international law and our shared democratic values.\n\nWe support the efforts that Secretary Blinken and your entire administration are making to ensure that the basic necessities of life for Gaza\u2019s civilians are available, such as food, water, and medicine. In addition, we must enable those civilians and noncombatants who want to seek refuge temporarily in safe zones in southern Gaza to be given safe passage, and to ensure that they have the ability to return to their communities in Gaza when the war is over.\n\nA commitment to Israel\u2019s security and right to respond to terror is not incompatible with a commitment to the humanitarian needs of the innocent people of Gaza. Indeed, you are correctly charting a path that promotes American values and interests when we pursue both goals together.\n\nWe further support the efforts that your administration is undertaking to prevent the conflict from escalating to other fronts in this war, including to Israel\u2019s north, as evidenced by the decision to deploy carrier strike groups to the Eastern Mediterranean. In particular, we urge your administration to work closely with Israel and regional partners to ensure stability on the West Bank and to prevent any escalation of violence in that region.\n\nEven after this war between Israel and Hamas is over, the conflict between Israel and the Palestinians cannot be solved ultimately by any military means. When this crisis ends, your leadership together with regional partners\n\nwill be needed to create a path to a sustainable future because, as you have so often pointed out, both Israelis and Palestinians deserve equal measures of freedom, security, opportunity and dignity. There will never be an end to the violence until that goal is achieved, and we know that the United States will have a significant role in the pursuit of the peaceful coexistence between Israel and its neighbors.\n\nThank you again for your steady and determined leadership at this critical time. We look forward to continuing to work with you in defense of Israel and, ultimately, in pursuit of peace in the Middle East.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1134", "Bergman Signs Conference Unity Pledge, Encourages Every Member to Sign", "2023-10-21", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "MI", "Jack Bergman", "B001301", "bergman.house.gov", "bergman", "https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx", "scraper", "After announcing his candidacy for Speaker of the House, Rep. Jack Bergman (MI-01) signed a pledge to support the Republican Speaker Designate following Conference voting, and encouraged all of his colleagues to join the pledge.\n\nBergman noted, \"The American people elected a Republican majority to lead our Nation, put a stop to Biden's dangerous policies, and to protect our way of life. We've been wandering in the desert for over two weeks now with no Speaker and no way to accomplish the jobs we were elected to do. When we come out of Conference with our Speaker Designate, every single Republican must work together to elect them as Speaker and get our government back on track.\"\n\nBergman announced his candidacy for Speaker following Rep. Jim Jordan's withdrawal from the race. The pledge is consistent with Rep. Bergman's history of voting for Speaker on the Floor. Bergman voted for Rep. Jim Jordan all three votes, Rep. Kevin McCarthy in each of his votes on the floor, and was prepared to vote for Rep. Steve Scalise when he was the Speaker Designate.\n\nSee Rep. Bergman's signed pledge here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1131", "Bergman Ready to Serve As Speaker to Save House from Continuing Dysfunction", "2023-10-20", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "MI", "Jack Bergman", "B001301", "bergman.house.gov", "bergman", "https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx", "scraper", "In a statement today addressing the protracted leadership battle in the House of Representatives that has paralyzed the body, Rep. Jack Bergman (R-MI1) has announced that he is running to serve as Speaker.\n\n\"My hat is in the ring, and I feel confident I can win the votes where others could not. I have no special interests to serve; I\u2019m only in this to do what's best for our Nation and to steady the ship for the 118th Congress.\u201d\n\nA retired U.S. Marine Corps Lieutenant General, Bergman is widely respected on both sides of the aisle for his national security expertise, his grasp of the Nation\u2019s financial crisis, and his proven ability to work with Members of both parties.\n\nA recent opinion piece in The Hill stated, \u201cof the 19 bills signed into law in this Congress, 3 were Rep. Bergman\u2019s.\u201d\n\nBergman served 40 years in the United States Marine Corps, retiring at the rank of Lieutenant General. He is the highest-ranking combat Veteran ever elected to the United States Congress.\n\nBergman is not beholden to any faction of any party, but has gained respect in Congress as a leader - within the GOP conference and also among moderate Democrats.\n\n\u201cThe regular functioning of the federal government can\u2019t wait on useless infighting and arguments,\u201d Bergman stated. \u201cWhat matters right now is choosing a Speaker in order to make sure that our government\u2014and particularly our military\u2014is funded, and that both our homeland and our critical allies are secure in this time of crisis.\u201d\n\nBergman has a sterling reputation for leadership, both in the military and in Congress. He insists that strong leadership is needed right now to resolve the current funding crisis, secure our southern border, maintain support for (and provide stringent oversight of) aid to Israel and Ukraine, and band together as patriots to ensure Congress is on guard to protect our vital national interests.\n\nAccording to Bergman, \u201cWhat we need right now is a Speaker who has experience leading and can put ego aside to work together for the American people. We need a leader who shuns permanent power and recognizes the current crisis of leadership. I\u2019m ready to serve. Together we can end the deadlock, and win the vote.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1132", "Bergman Secures Speaker Endorsement From\u00a0Michigan Republicans", "2023-10-20", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "MI", "Jack Bergman", "B001301", "bergman.house.gov", "bergman", "https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx", "scraper", "Today, Rep. Jack Bergman announced that Reps. John James, Tim Walberg, Lisa McClain, and John Moolenaar endorsed his candidacy to become Speaker for the remainder of the 118th Congress.\n\nThe members noted, \"General Jack Bergman is the leader best suited to right the ship of the Republican conference and help lead the House through the 118th Congress. He isn\u2019t seeking a long-term leadership post, but is willing to help build our conference, pass critical legislation, and keep our commitment to the American people. We wholeheartedly endorse his race for speaker and urge our colleagues to help us get the job done.\u201d\n\nBergman served 40 years in the United States Marine Corps, retiring at the rank of Lieutenant General. He is the highest-ranking combat Veteran ever elected to the United States Congress. Bergman brings an outsider perspective to leadership in Washington and has worked with Members from all different walks of life to build coalitions and pass meaningful legislation.\n\nRep. John James serves on the House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee, House Foreign Affairs Committee, and the HouseEducation & Workforce Committee.\n\nRep. Lisa McClain serves in Leadership as Republican Conference Secretary, Serves with Rep. Bergman on the House Armed Services Committee and Budget Committee, and also serves on the Committee on Education and the Workforce.\n\nRep. John Moolenaar serves on the House Committee on Appropriations.\n\nRep Tim Walberg, Michigan\u2019s \u201cDean\u201d serves on theHouse Committee on Energy and Commerce and the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-and-more-30-members-congress-demand-answers-ag-garland-pro", "Moolenaar and More Than 30 Members of Congress Demand Answers from AG Garland on Pro-Hamas Activity in the United States", "2023-10-20", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "MI", "John R. Moolenaar", "M001194", "moolenaar.house.gov", "moolenaar", "https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Congressman John Moolenaar led more than 30 members of Congress in demanding answers from Attorney General Merrick Garland on the Department of Justice\u2019s response to multiple pro-Hamas demonstrations that have taken place across the United States following Hamas\u2019s attack on Israel on October 7. Numerous pro-Hamas rallies have been held across the country and many demonstrators have called for violence against people in Israel and the United States. Supporters of these demonstrations also called for a \u201cDay of Rage\u201d on October 13, which led to heightened security at the United States Capitol and cities across America, as well as synagogues and schools.\n\nIn the letter, Moolenaar and more than 30 other members of Congress call for Garland to see if Hamas supporters in the U.S. are coordinating with the terrorist organization. They also tell Garland:\n\n\u201cFreedom of speech is a cornerstone of our nation, but coordinated activities supporting Hamas, and intimidating and endangering other citizens have no place in our lawful society. Your department plays a critical role in enforcing the equal application of the law and safeguarding our nation's security. In that regard, we want to know what steps are being taken by the Department of Justice to investigate Hamas supporters in the United States, as well as the perpetrators of anti-Semitic violence in cities and school campuses across the nation.\u201d\n\n\u2026\n\n\u201cSince Hamas\u2019s recent attack on Israel, you have not issued a similar memo about the increase of anti-Semitic violence, the threats of intimidation being made against supporters of Israel, or the public rallies being held in support of a designated Foreign Terrorist Organization. Your inaction in the face of these threats is alarming and requires us to ask the following questions to ensure you are being held accountable to the American people and the Constitution you have sworn to uphold.\u201d\n\nThe full text of the lawmakers\u2019 letter and their questions to Attorney General Garland is below:\n\nDear Attorney General Merrick Garland,\n\nWe are writing to express the very disheartening and concerning reports of public rallies in support of Hamas, which is designated as a Foreign Terrorist Organization by the federal government. Since Hamas\u2019s attack on Israel on October 7, our country has seen rallies of support for Hamas, violence directed at Jewish Americans, and anti-Semitic vandalism in cities and college campuses across the nation. This campaign of harassment against Jewish communities and their allies even included a \u201cDay of Rage,\u201d which led to heightened security measures at the U.S. Capitol and cities across the nation. In many cases, law enforcement also increased security around synagogues and schools.\n\nThese are alarming incidents. Freedom of speech is a cornerstone of our nation, but coordinated activities supporting Hamas, and intimidating and endangering other citizens have no place in our lawful society. Your department plays a critical role in enforcing the equal application of the law and safeguarding our nation's security. In that regard, we want to know what steps are being taken by the Department of Justice to investigate Hamas supporters in the United States, as well as the perpetrators of anti-Semitic violence in cities and school campuses across the nation.\n\nOn October 4, 2021, your department announced its intention to go after American parents who were speaking on behalf of their children at school board meetings across the nation. In a memo written at the behest of left-wing activists you cited \u201ca disturbing spike in harassment, intimidation, and threats of violence,\u201d and said that \u201c[w]hile spirited debate about policy matters is protected under our Constitution, that protection does not extend to threats of violence or efforts to intimidate individuals based on their views.\u201d[1] You then directed the FBI to work with state, local, and tribal law enforcement to address those perceived \u201cthreats.\u201d\n\nHowever, since Hamas\u2019s recent attack on Israel, you have not issued a similar memo about the increase of anti-Semitic violence, the threats of intimidation being made against supporters of Israel, or the public rallies being held in support of a designated Foreign Terrorist Organization. Your inaction in the face of these threats is alarming and requires us to ask the following questions to ensure you are being held accountable to the American people and the Constitution you have sworn to uphold.\n\nAs Attorney General, do you believe American parents at school board meetings are more of a threat to public safety than the pro-Hamas supporters in the United States calling for the death of Israel?\n\nWhat is the Department of Justice's current assessment of the situation regarding pro-Hamas groups in the United States? Has the Department of Justice identified leaders of these organizations and is it investigating whether these individuals are coordinating or communicating with members of Hamas?\n\nAre there any ongoing investigations or legal actions against individuals or groups who have publicly stated at pro-Hamas rallies this that they seek the death of their fellow citizens and classmates?\n\nAre federal law enforcement agencies, such as the FBI, coordinating with local and state law enforcement to monitor and address potential threats associated with pro-Hamas rallies?\n\nHow are the known instances of hate speech, incitement to violence, or harassment related to these protests being addressed? Have individuals making violent comments been detained for questioning by federal law enforcement?\n\nHave you directed the U.S. Attorneys working for you to initiate investigations into pro-Hamas organizations in the United States since the Hamas attack on Israel on October 7?\n\nHave you and FBI Director Christopher Wray discussed opening a tip line and website where the public can report anti-Semitic intimidation and harassment? When will such a line be opened? How will it be staffed and monitored to make sure these cases are investigated and prosecuted, if warranted?\n\nHow is the Department of Justice working with universities and educational institutions to protect Jewish students and prevent dangerous pro-Hamas events from threatening public safety?\n\nWhat steps are being taken by the Department of Justice to enhance public awareness and education about the dangers of Hamas and anti-Semitism, especially within the academic community?\n\nWe look forward to your response on this matter.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://scholten.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-scholten-urges-egyptian-government-help-protect-innocent-civilians-gaza", "Rep. Scholten Urges Egyptian Government to Help Protect Innocent Civilians in Gaza", "2023-10-19", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "MI", "Hillary J. Scholten", "S001221", "scholten.house.gov", "scholten", "https://scholten.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C.\u2013 Rep. Hillary Scholten (MI-03) joined a bipartisan group of her colleagues in urging Egyptian Ambassador to the United States Motaz Zahran to encourage the Egyptian government to help protect innocent civilians in Gaza.\n\nIn a letter, the lawmakers specifically call on the nation, which shares a border with Gaza, to open humanitarian safe zones to allow for innocent civilians to seek refuge from the war as Israel defends itself from Hamas\u2019 brutality.\n\n\u201cIn order to protect noncombatants and civilians in Gaza from Hamas\u2019s brutality, we call on the Egyptian government to urgently work with the United States, Israel, and relevant international stakeholders to take all measured and appropriate steps to support and facilitate safe zones in southern Gaza and enable a steady supply of humanitarian assistance to flow from Egypt towards those in the safe zones until the civilian population is able to return to the north of the Strip,\u201d wrote the lawmakers.\n\nRead the full letter below:\n\nDear Ambassador Zahran,\n\nAs members of the U.S. House of Representatives, we are writing to you to express our outright condemnation of the recent terrorist attacks in Israel by Hamas and its terrorist partners, and to strongly encourage the government of Egypt to engage constructively with the United States, Israel, and relevant international stakeholders to, establish and maintain safe zones in southern Gaza, with humanitarian access corridors, for civilians seeking refuge from the fighting in the north of the Strip.\n\nIsrael has the well-established right and responsibility to respond to these vicious attacks. We unequivocally support Israel as it defends itself and takes necessary measures in support of its national security and rescue the nearly 200 hostages currently being held in Gaza. As in previous conflicts, we also note that Israel\u2019s military operations inside Gaza are designed to avoid civilian casualties. Israel has repeatedly warned innocent Gazans to leave Hamas locations and targets in the northern part of the Strip and have established an intelligence-driven process to target terrorist activity, limit civilian casualties, establish corridors for safe passage, and adhere to the laws of armed conflict.\n\nIn contrast, Hamas wantonly disregards international humanitarian law and the rules of war, including intentionally targeting civilians, taking hostages, using human shields, and embedding their fighters in civilian communities with utter disregard for their welfare. As the controlling authority in the Gaza Strip, Hamas locates its infrastructure and command centers within civilian homes, schools, and hospitals. Hamas routinely launches rockets and mortars from residential neighborhoods. Hamas and other organizations such as the Palestinian Islamic Jihad have done everything in their power to maximize the danger and suffering of the civilians over which they have governing responsibility, publicly threatening residents and preventing them from evacuating areas from which Hamas is operating. These heinous actions are intentional, irrefutable, and inexcusable. They are also clear violations of the laws of armed conflict.\n\nWe are also deeply concerned for innocent civilian lives Hamas is intentionally putting in harm\u2019s way, and the rapidly growing humanitarian crisis in Gaza driven by Hamas\u2019s brutality. Although Israel has repeatedly warned innocent Gazans to leave Hamas locations and targets, Hamas is actively working to prevent the evacuation of innocent Palestinians in order to utilize them as human shields. In fact, Hamas has even taken active steps to prevent foreign nationals from evacuating through the Rafah Border Crossing, the only remaining way out of Gaza.\n\nIn order to protect noncombatants and civilians in Gaza from Hamas\u2019s brutality, we call on the Egyptian government to urgently work with the United States, Israel, and relevant international stakeholders to take all measured and appropriate steps to support and facilitate safe zones in southern Gaza and enable a steady supply of humanitarian assistance to flow from Egypt towards those in the safe zones until the civilian population is able to return to the north of the Strip. We are optimistic that the international community will participate in providing financial assistance for this humanitarian situation, but Egypt\u2019s robust participation is essential to the success and the safety and security of up to two million Gazans who are desperately in need of such support. Further, those states that have been long-standing intermediaries for Hamas, especially Qatar and T\u00fcrkiye, should be called upon to help as well.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://stevens.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-haley-stevens-d-mi-introduces-resolution-condemning-hamas-brutal", "Congresswoman Haley Stevens (D-MI) Introduces a Resolution Condemning Hamas\u2019 Brutal Terrorist Attack on Israel and Kidnapping of Innocent Civilian Hostages", "2023-10-17", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "MI", "Haley M. Stevens", "S001215", "stevens.house.gov", "stevens", "https://stevens.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC \u2013 Today, Congresswoman Haley Stevens (D-MI), Co-Chair of the Congressional Task Force on American Hostages and Americans Wrongfully Detained Abroad, introduced a resolution condemning Hamas\u2019 brutal terrorist attack on Israel and their unlawful taking of hostages.\n\n\u201cHamas holding innocent Israeli civilians hostage is the ultimate act of terrorism, this resolution recognizes these acts for what they are \u2013 abhorrent,\u201d said Rep. Haley Stevens (D- MI). \u201cHolding civilians hostage is a violation of international humanitarian law and morally unconscionable. This bi-partisan resolution demands that Hamas release the innocent men, women, and children kidnapped and held. My heart and policymaking abilities are with the hostages and their families. We are committed to bringing those held safely home.\n\n\u201cHamas\u2019 brutality against the people of Israel is appalling and barbaric,\u201d said Rep. French Hill (AR-02), Co-Chair of the Congressional Task Force on American Hostages and Americans Wrongfully Detained Abroad. \u201cHolding innocent civilians against their will is morally wrong and must be condemned. I am proud to partner with Rep. Haley Stevens in leading this resolution that calls for the immediate release of all hostages wrongfully detained by Hamas. As Co-Chairs of the Congressional Task Force on American Hostages and Americans Wrongfully Detained Abroad, we are committed to bringing all the hostages held by Hamas home safely. My prayers are with all the hostages and their families.\u201d\n\nThe resolution condemns Hamas' brutal attack, condemns their holding and threatening of hostages, and demands Hamas immediately release all hostages.\n\nThe resolution is co-sponsored by Rep. Eleanor Holmes Norton (DC), Rep. Juan Vargas (CA-52), Rep. Tom McClintock (CA-05) Rep. Steve Cohen (TN-9), Rep. Chuck Fleischmann (TN-03), Rep. Barbara Lee (CA-12), Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (FL-20), Rep. Mike Bost (IL-12), Rep. Jasmine Crockett (TX-30), Rep. Byron Donalds (FL-19), Rep. Wiley Nickel (NC-13), Rep. Norma J. Torres (CA-35), Rep. Jared Moskowitz (FL-23), Rep. Claudia Tenney (NY-24), Rep. Bill Posey (FL-08), Rep. Paul Tonko (NY-20), Rep. Susan Wild (PA-07), Rep. Jim Costa (CA-21), Rep. Ritchie Torres (NY-15), Rep. Debbie Dingell (MI-6), Rep. Marcy Kaptur (OH-09), Rep. Melanie A. Stansbury (NM-01), Rep. Donald S. Beyer Jr. (VA-08), Rep. Andr\u00e9 Carson (IN-07), Rep. Sylvia R. Garcia (TX-29), Rep. Bill Johnson (OH-06), Rep. Greg Landsman (OH-01), Rep. Nancy Mace (SC-01), Rep. Ralph Norman (SC-05), Rep. Marc Molinaro (NY-19), Rep. Tim Walberg (MI-05), Rep. Jan Schakowsky (IL-09), Rep. Hillary Scholten (MI-03), Rep. Raul Ruiz (CA-25), Rep. Lori Trahan (MA-03), Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman (NJ-12), Rep. Doug Lamborn (CO-05), Rep. Bryan Steil (WI-01), Rep. Michael C. Burgess, M.D. (TX-26), Rep. Betty McCollum (MN-04), Rep. Nikki Budzinski (IL-13), Rep. Aaron Bean (FL-04), Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04), Rep. Rich McCormick (GA-06), Rep.Young Kim (CA-40), Rep. Glenn Ivey (MD-04), Rep. Greg Stanton (AZ-04), Rep. Kelly Armstrong (ND), Rep. Russ Fulcher (ID-01), Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee (TX-18), Rep. Bradley S. Schneider (IL-10), Rep. Nikema Williams (GA-05), Rep. Scott Peters (CA-50), Rep. Bruce Westerman (AR-04), Rep. Al Green (TX-09), Rep. Brendan F. Boyle (PA-02), Rep. Elissa Slotkin (MI-07), Rep. Adam B. Schiff (CA-30), Rep. Hank Johnson (GA-04), Rep. Donald Norcross (NJ-01), Rep. Kim Schrier (WA-08), Rep. Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24), Rep. Daniel Webster (FL-11), Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-01), Rep. Andy Ogles (TN-05), Rep. Grace F. Napolitano (CA-31), Rep. Nathaniel Moran (TX-01), Rep. Chuck Edwards (NC-11), Rep. Elise Stefanik (NY-21), Rep. Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02), Rep. Kathy Manning (NC-06), Rep. Jamaal Bowman (NY-16), Rep. Danny K. Davis (IL-07), Rep. Andy Biggs (AZ-05), Rep. James R. Baird (IN-04), Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar (FL-27), Rep. Zach Nunn (IA-03), Rep. Dan Newhouse (WA-04), Rep. Dina Titus (NV-01), Rep. Ayanna Pressley (MA-07), Rep. Derek Kilmer (WA-06), Rep. Zoe Lofgren (CA-18), Rep. Mike Quigley (IL-05), Rep. Jake Auchincloss (MA-04), Rep. Roger Williams (TX-25), Rep.Gerald E. Connolly (VA-11), Rep. Katie Porter (CA-47), Rep. Larry Bucshon (IN-08), Rep. Seth Magaziner (RI-2), Rep. Nanette Barrag\u00e1n (CA-44), Rep. Lloyd Doggett (TX-37), Rep. Pat Ryan (NY-18), Rep. John Duarte (CA-13), Rep. Gwen Moore (WI-04), Rep. Raul Grijalva (AZ-07), Rep. Dan Goldman (NY-10), Rep. Troy Carter (LA-02), Rep. Josh Gottheimer (NJ-05), Rep. Jefferson Van Drew (NJ-02), Rep. Jimmy Panetta (CA-19), Rep. Steve Womack (AR-03), Rep. Daniel T. Kildee (MI-08), Rep. Henry Cuellar (TX-28), Rep. Jason Crow (CO-06), Rep. Susie Lee (NV-03), Rep.Robin L. Kelly (IL-02), Rep. Eric Swalwell (CA-14), Rep. David Trone (MD-06), Rep. Joyce Beatty (OH-3), Rep. Lois Frankel (FL-22), Rep. Sydney Kamlager-Dove (CA-37), Rep. Suzanne Bonamici (OR-01), Rep. Jamie Raskin (MD-08), Rep. Bill Pascrell, Jr. (NJ-09), Rep. Julia Brownley (CA-26), Rep. Ted Lieu (CA-36), Rep. Earl Blumenauer (OR-03), Rep. Greg Casar (TX-35), Rep. Nydia Velazquez (NY-7), Rep. Dwight Evans (PA-03), Rep. Sara Jacobs (CA-51), Rep. Shri Thanedar (MI-13), Rep. Seth Moulton (MA-06), Rep. Brittany Pettersen (CO-07), Rep. Kathy Castor (FL-14), Rep. Ilhan Omar (MN-05), Rep. Mark DeSaulnier (CA-10), Rep. Angie Craig (MN-02), Rep. Bennie Thompson (MS-02), Rep. Summer Lee (PA-12), Rep. Shontel M. Brown (OH-11), Rep. Alma S. Adams (NC-12), Rep. David Kustoff (TN-08), Rep. Jill Tokuda (HI-02), Rep. Kweisi Mfume (MD-07), Rep. Jes\u00fas G. \"Chuy\" Garc\u00eda (IL-04), Rep. Judy Chu (CA-28), Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (NY-14), Rep. William R. Keating (MA-09), Rep. Val Hoyle (OR-04), Rep. Monica De La Cruz (TX-15), Rep. Stephen F. Lynch (MA-08), Rep. Carol Miller (WV-01), Rep. Nicole Malliotakis (NY-11), Rep. Chris Pappas (NH-01), Rep. Andrew Garbarino (NY-02), Rep. Terri A. Sewell (AL-07), Rep. Deborah K. Ross (NC-02), Rep. Grace Meng (NY-06), Rep. Madeleine Dean (PA-04), Rep. C. A. Dutch Ruppersberger (MD-02), Rep. Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11), Rep. Eric Sorensen (IL-17), Rep. Linda Sanchez (CA-38), Rep. Marilyn Strickland (WA-10), Rep. Chris Deluzio (PA-17), Rep. Jonathan Jackson (IL-01), Rep. Jimmy Gomez (CA-34), Rep. Juan Ciscoman (AZ-06), Rep. Brad Sherman (CA-32), Rep. Andrew Clyde (GA-09), Rep. Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49), Rep. Lizzie Fletcher (TX-07), Rep. Joseph D. Morelle (NY-25), Rep. Tony C\u00e1rdenas (CA-29), Rep. John Sarbanes (MD-03), Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer (OR-05), Rep. James P. McGovern (MA-02), Rep. Becca Balint (VT-AL), Rep. Emanuel Cleaver (MO-05), Rep. Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06), Rep. Tracey Mann (KS-01), Rep. Ed Case (HI-01), Rep. Mark Amodei (NV-02), Rep. Diana DeGette (CO-01), Rep. Andy Kim (NJ-03), Rep. Donald M. Payne, Jr. (NJ-10), Rep. Rob Menendez (NJ-08), Rep. Mark Green (TN-07), Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-25), Rep. Rep. Jodey Arrington (TX-19), Rep. Joe Courtney (CT-02), Rep. Morgan Luttrell (TX-08), Rep. Robert Garcia (CA-42), Rep. Colin Z. Allred (TX-31), Rep. Doris Matsui (CA-07), Rep. Jennifer L. McClellan (VA-04), Rep. J. Luis Correa (CA-46), Rep. Cori Bush (MO-01), Rep. Sean Casten (IL-06), Rep. Nick Langworthy (NY-23), Rep. Gus Bilirakis (FL-12), Rep. Steny Hoyer (MD-05), Rep. Delia C. Ramirez (IL-03), Rep. Pete Stauber (MN-08).\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://thanedar.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-shri-thanedar-introduces-picket-line-protection-act-to-support-michigan-workers", "Rep. Shri Thanedar Introduces Picket Line Protection Act to Support Michigan Workers", "2023-10-17", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "MI", "Shri Thanedar", "T000488", "thanedar.house.gov", "thanedar", "https://thanedar.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 October 17, 2023 \u2013 Representative Shri Thanedar, an advocate for hardworking families and a ranking member on the Subcommittee On Transportation And Maritime Security, introduced the Picket Line Protection Act\u2014the Picket Line Protection (PLP) Act. Representative Rashida Tlaib joins Representative Thanedar as an original co-sponsor of the legislation.\n\nThe Picket Line Protection Act is designed to alleviate the financial burden faced by striking workers by amending the Internal Revenue Code to exempt strike pay from individual gross income tax. This change would effectively set the tax rate on these crucial funds to 0%, offering significant relief to families during strikes.\n\nStriking workers in the U.S. are subject to income tax on their strike pay. In Michigan's 13th District, which Representative Thanedar represents, United Auto Workers (UAW) receive no more than $600 a week before taxes while on strike. The Picket Line Protection Act aims to alleviate this burden, recognizing strike benefits as a lifeline for struggling families rather than a taxable income.\n\nLinda L. Hinton, Vice President, Communications Workers of America, District 4:\n\n\"I am proud to endorse the Picket Line Protection Act of 2023, introduced by Representative Shri Thanedar. Today, more and more workers are exercising their legal right to strike for fair wages, better benefits, and improved working conditions. During these trying times, every dollar counts, and this legislation would help those workers provide for their families by retaining more of their hard-earned strike pay. I urge you to join CWA District 4 in supporting this vital bill.\"\n\nRepresentative Shri Thanedar:\n\n\"Striking for better conditions is a brave and necessary act, yet our current tax system punishes workers for standing up for their rights. By exempting strike pay from income tax, we're ensuring that workers in Michigan's 13th District, and across America, can focus on fighting for their futures rather than worrying about making ends meet.\"\n\nThe Picket Line Protection Act serves as a small but significant step in supporting America\u2019s labor force by allowing them to keep more of their strike pay during challenging times.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://scholten.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-scholten-statement-house-republican-dysfunction", "Rep. Scholten Statement on House Republican Dysfunction", "2023-10-13", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "MI", "Hillary J. Scholten", "S001221", "scholten.house.gov", "scholten", "https://scholten.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C.\u2013 Rep. Hillary Scholten (MI-03) issued the below statement on House Republicans\u2019 dysfunction, which has caused the House of Representatives to go without a Speaker for 10 days and paused legislative action:\n\n\u201cI\u2019m from the heart of conservative West Michigan. The Republican Party I came to know growing up was about fiscal and personal responsibility \u2013 without drama and against wasteful spending. Nothing could be further from the truth of today\u2019s Republican Party, especially in the House of Representatives.\n\nWhile they wage a civil war against one another, they are creating so much waste \u2013 wasting time, wasting resources, wasting money, and wasting opportunities. And for what? Petty grievances and emotional temper tantrums to further their own selfish agendas. Taxpayers, who sent us to Washington to get things done, deserve so much better than this.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://scholten.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-scholten-urges-biden-administration-immediately-allow-visa-free-travel-us", "Rep. Scholten Urges Biden Administration to Immediately Allow for Visa-Free Travel to U.S. for Israeli Citizens", "2023-10-13", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "MI", "Hillary J. Scholten", "S001221", "scholten.house.gov", "scholten", "https://scholten.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C.\u2013 Rep. Hillary Scholten (MI-03) and a bipartisan group of her colleagues urged the Biden administration to immediately allow for visa-free travel to the United States for Israeli citizens with family in the United States. Visa-free travel for Israeli citizens is currently set to begin on November 30th.\n\n\u201cAs the Administration continues to work to provide Israel with all the tools it needs to defend itself against this heinous attack, we urge that you take the additional step of immediately allowing visa-free travel for Israeli citizens so that those who have family in the United States can shelter with their loved ones as the war continues,\u201d wrote the lawmakers.\n\nRead the full letter below and here:\n\nDear President Biden, Secretary Blinken, and Secretary Mayorkas,\n\nThis past weekend we witnessed Hamas terrorists commit the single largest murder of Jews on a single day since the Holocaust. Over 1,200 Israelis have been murdered and Hamas has committed unspeakable war crimes.\n\nOver the weekend, many of us received calls from devastated constituents with Israeli family members wishing to take advantage of Israel\u2019s recent admission into the Visa Waiver Program and host their loved ones. However, visa-free travel for Israeli citizens does not take effect until November 30th, 2023.\n\nAs President Biden and many others have said since the attacks began, the United States stands shoulder to shoulder with our ally Israel and her people. As the Administration continues to work to provide Israel with all the tools it needs to defend itself against this heinous attack, we urge that you take the additional step of immediately allowing visa-free travel for Israeli citizens so that those who have family in the United States can shelter with their loved ones as the war continues.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-introduces-legislation-require-review-chinese-purchase", "Moolenaar Introduces Legislation to Require Review of Chinese Purchase of American Land", "2023-10-12", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "MI", "John R. Moolenaar", "M001194", "moolenaar.house.gov", "moolenaar", "https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Congressman John Moolenaar has introduced H.R. 5926, the Exposing China\u2019s Belt and Road Investment in America Act of 2023. The bill would require the federal Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) to review any real estate investment made by a foreign individual that would result in the Chinese Communist Party\u2019s (CCP) direct or indirect control over a business.\n\n\u201cThe Chinese Communist Party is the No. 1 economic adversary of the United States. We can never allow federal officials to duck their responsibility to stop activities that are harmful to our country. These officials must examine and stop land purchases by CCP-affiliated individuals and companies. I am proud to introduce this legislation so CFIUS will take action and stop the CCP\u2019s efforts to build factories, purchase land, and acquire influence over America,\u201d said Moolenaar.\n\nMoolenaar is a member of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition with the Chinese Communist Party. Moolenaar has previously called on Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen and CFIUS to investigate the proposed plan for Gotion, a CCP-affiliated company, to build in Mecosta County. The Treasury Department responded and claimed the project is out of CFIUS\u2019s jurisdiction.\n\nThe Exposing China's Belt and Road Investment in America Act has also been introduced in the U.S. Senate by Senators John Kennedy (R-LA) and Kevin Cramer (R-ND).", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-supports-bill-stop-iran-accessing-funds", "Moolenaar Supports Bill to Stop Iran From Accessing Funds", "2023-10-12", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "MI", "John R. Moolenaar", "M001194", "moolenaar.house.gov", "moolenaar", "https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Dear President Biden:\n\nRecent reports of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps\u2019 (IRGC) involvement in planning and giving the \u201cfinal go-ahead\u201d for Hamas\u2019s terrorist war on Israel demands an immediate response. Left unaddressed, the Iranian regime\u2019s continued support for terrorist groups and attempts to wipe Israel off the map will only grow more brazen and more destabilizing for the region.\n\nWhile Secretary Blinken stated that your administration \u201c[has] not seen evidence that Iran directed or was behind this particular attack,\u201d senior Hamas and Hezbollah officials claimed that IRGC officers have been working with Hamas since August to prepare for air, land, and sea invasions of Israel. This, combined with years of Iran providing weapons and training, enabled Hamas to launch thousands of rockets at Israeli civilian targets and invade communities, murdering and maiming hundreds of innocent people, including at least 11 Americans.\n\nYour administration recently released $6 billion in frozen funds to Iran in return for American hostages. Our concern\u2014a concern that has grown more acute in light of Iran\u2019s support for a terrorist war against Israel that already amounts to the worst massacre of Jews since the Holocaust\u2014is that the Iranian regime will use all available financial tools to further fuel this war against Israel, fund other terrorist proxies in the region such as Hezbollah who export Iran\u2019s genocidal terrorism, and accelerate Iran\u2019s nuclear build up. Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi put it plainly that the funds would be used \u201cwherever we need it.\u201d\n\nIran\u2019s \u201cneed\u201d is Israel\u2019s destruction. Iran\u2019s supreme leader Ali Hosseini Khamenei stated: \u201cThis cancer [Israel] will definitely be eradicated, God willing, at the hands of the Palestinian people and the resistance forces throughout the region.\u201d Iran\u2019s United Nation\u2019s mission said the measures Hamas has taken \u2014 which include rape, kidnapping, torture, bombings, and murder \u2014 \u201cconstitute a wholly legitimate defense\u201d and that the regime \u201cemphatically stand[s] in unflinching support of Palestine.\u201d\n\nTo prevent Iran from accessing tens of billions of dollars to further subsidize this terrorism, we are requesting that you take immediate action, including but not limited to:\n\nFreezing the $6 billion provided in exchange for hostages, as well as the $10 billion in released funds based in Iraq, and withhold all waivers, general licenses and specific licenses for the use of use of such funds.6 In September, the State Department said, \u201cwe have the ability to freeze [the released funds] again if we need to.\u201d The events of this weekend demonstrate such a necessity.\n\nFully enforcing sanctions on Iranian oil exports to China, which have been unenforced for months, despite China\u2019s crude oil imports from Iran having set a new record.\n\nPrevent Iran from accessing any further Special Drawing Rights (SDR) from the International Monetary Fund, through which they have quick access to $6.7 billion, and blocking the further provision of funds to Iran in upcoming SDR packages.\n\nMr. President, this weekend you said: \u201cIn my administration, support for Israel\u2019s security is rock solid and unwavering.\u201d We share that sentiment and stand ready to work with you to back it up with strong, bipartisan legislative and executive action. Denying the terrorist-sponsoring regime in Tehran access to funds with which it can export chaos is an essential step in this direction.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://scholten.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-scholten-cosponsors-bipartisan-bill-replenish-israels-iron-dome-missile", "Rep. Scholten Cosponsors Bipartisan Bill to Replenish Israel\u2019s \u201cIron Dome\u201d Missile Defense System", "2023-10-12", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "MI", "Hillary J. Scholten", "S001221", "scholten.house.gov", "scholten", "https://scholten.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C.\u2013 Rep. Hillary Scholten (MI-03) cosponsored the bipartisan \u201cOperation Swords of Iron\u201d Iron Dome Supplemental Appropriations Act, which will provide $2 billion to replenish Israel\u2019s \u201cIron Dome\u201d missile defense system.\n\n\u201cIn the face of horrific and barbaric terrorist attacks at the hands of Hamas and Hezbollah, the United States must do everything it can to help Israel defend itself,\u201d said Rep. Scholten.\u201cThis emergency funding will be critical to our democratic ally\u2019s effort to ward off incoming attacks and save innocent lives across the region.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1125", "ICYMI: Bergman Blasts Biden, Bureaucrats for Dropping International Ball Ahead of Israel Attacks", "2023-10-11", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "MI", "Jack Bergman", "B001301", "bergman.house.gov", "bergman", "https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx", "scraper", "Washington - This week, Representative Jack Bergman (R-MI) detailed the failings of the Biden Administration leading up to the heinous attacks on our ally, Israel, in a radio interview. From the $6 Billion \u201cbad business deal\u201d of prisoner exchange funds for Iran, to the feckless non-response from the White House when confronted with Qatar\u2019s insidious money-funneling, Rep. Bergman chastised the Administration for their dereliction of duty.\n\nBergman explained, \u201cThe message that Iran and Hamas basically sent, and have always sent, is \u2018it\u2019s our way or the highway\u2019. They don\u2019t recognize Israel\u2026and the hatred there drives the message.\u201d He also underscored an element of this crisis that is being largely overlooked by the media, but is still a key aspect of our bureaucratic enabling of Iran and Hamas:\n\n\u201cThe Biden Administration has allowed Qatar to play kind of a behind-the-scenes middleman role on the banking and all of the transfer of funds \u2013 that $6 Billion \u2013 and there is worse than nefarious activity on the part of the Qatari banks\u2026thanks to the Biden Administration\u2019s spineless approach to a tough situation that can affect the entire world, especially now with entities like China and Russia looking on to see what\u2019s happening.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1127", "Bergman Introduces Resolution Censuring Tlaib for Antisemitism", "2023-10-11", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "MI", "Jack Bergman", "B001301", "bergman.house.gov", "bergman", "https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx", "scraper", "Washington - Today, Representative Jack Bergman (R-MI) introduced a resolution to censure Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib (D-MI) for her antisemitism and disgraceful response to the attacks on our ally, Israel.\n\nAs Rep. Bergman explained in a statement, Tlaib\u2019s \u201clongstanding history of antisemitic and racist rhetoric toward Israel cannot go unchecked.\u201d In further denouncing the Michigan Democrat\u2019s hateful rhetoric, Bergman also stated:\n\n\u201cAs Hamas terrorists beheaded infants, paraded dead Jewish teenagers through town, and attacked innocent concert goers in the most deadly day for Jews since the Holocaust, Rep. Rashida Tlaib chose to place the blame solely on Israel and the Jewish people.\n\n\u201cThere is no moral equivalence between Israel defending itself and Hamas attacking innocent Israeli civilians. Tlaib\u2019s long history of anti-Semitic tropes and blatant anti-Jewish propaganda is both disturbing and evil \u2013 and should have no place in the halls of Congress.\u201d\n\nRep. Morgan Luttrell (R-TX) joined with Bergman in introducing the resolution:\n\n\u201cHamas terrorists have raped and murdered women, beheaded Jewish babies, burned Jewish children alive and killed Americans, yet Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib refused to condemn the evil, brutal attacks. Worse, she justified their vile actions and called Israel an \u201capartheid state,\u201d placing blame on Israel for the barbarism of these terrorists,\u201d said Congressman Morgan Luttrell. \u201cThere should be zero tolerance for this atrocious antisemitism in America, especially in the halls of Congress.\u201d\n\nYou can watch the full video here or read the resolution here", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://scholten.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-scholten-urges-state-department-help-americans-flee-violence-israel", "Rep. Scholten Urges State Department to Help Americans Flee Violence in Israel", "2023-10-11", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "MI", "Hillary J. Scholten", "S001221", "scholten.house.gov", "scholten", "https://scholten.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C.\u2013 Rep. Hillary Scholten (MI-03) and a bipartisan group of lawmakers penned a letter to U.S. Department of State Secretary Antony Blinken urging the agency to allow for evacuation flights for American citizens fleeing Israel amid terrorist attacks by Hamas.\n\n\u201cAs you are aware, airlines have canceled most flights out of Ben Gurion Airport, and some have suspended operations in the region. As the number of casualties continues to rise, our constituents who remain in Israel fear for their lives,\u201d wrote the lawmakers.\n\n\u201cAt this harrowing moment in Israel\u2019s history, it is more important than ever that every American who is looking to return home have the opportunity to do so,\u201d the lawmakers concluded.\n\nIn the letter, the bipartisan group requested that Secretary Blinken direct the U.S. Embassy in Israel\u2019s chief of mission to submit an evacuation request so President Biden can issue an executive order allowing for evacuation flights from Israel. The group also requested the agency help charter flights for Americans out of Israel in the event that an emergency order is not feasible.\n\nRead the full letter below and here:\n\nDear Secretary Blinken,\n\nSince Hamas\u2019 indiscriminate attack on Israel Saturday morning, our offices have received harrowing reports from constituents who remain in Israel and are seeking to return to the United States as soon as possible. We write to express our grave concern for their wellbeing and safety. Given the rapidly escalating situation as Israel launches a counteroffensive, it is imperative that you request an evacuation of U.S. nationals in Israel.\n\nAlmost 50 years to the day of the start of the Yom Kippur War, Hamas terrorists crossed the border and began slaughtering Israelis and abducting hostages in towns in southern Israel. To date, thousands of lives\u2014including 9 Americans\u2014have been lost due to Hamas\u2019 indiscriminate and brutal assault since Saturday. Hamas\u2019 heinous actions also include taking over 150 Israeli hostages, which our offices have received reports that Americans are among those taken hostage in Gaza, including New Yorkers. It has been devastating to see the horrific accounts of those around the country taking shelter from the thousands of rockets launched from Gaza. This past weekend was meant to be one of happiness and celebration for the Jewish community. Instead, our constituents were left distraught and in tears fearing for the safety of their friends and loved ones in Israel.\n\nWhile we appreciate the steps the Biden administration is taking to provide additional security assistance to Israel, we urge the State Department to use all resources at its disposal to help those Americans that remain in Israel return to the United States. As you are aware, airlines have canceled most flights out of Ben Gurion Airport, and some have suspended operations in the region. As the number of casualties continues to rise, our constituents who remain in Israel fear for their lives.\n\nGiven the fluid situation on the ground, we request that you immediately direct the U.S. Embassy\u2019s chief of mission in Israel to submit an evacuation request so that the president can issue an executive order directing a Noncombatant Evacuation Operation (NEO). This EO would bring in the Department of Defense to help evacuate U.S. citizens. If this is not feasible at this moment, we request you begin the process to arrange charter flights to bring Americans home. As our allies and partners begin to explore options for their respective citizens that remain in Israel, we urge the Department to consider NEO and charter flights, simultaneously.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://thanedar.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-thanedar-renounces-dsa-membership", "Rep. Shri Thanedar Renounces DSA Membership", "2023-10-11", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "MI", "Shri Thanedar", "T000488", "thanedar.house.gov", "thanedar", "https://thanedar.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 October 11, 2023 \u2013 Today, I am officially renouncing my membership in the Democratic Socialists of America.\n\nAfter the brutal terrorist attacks on Israel, which included the indiscriminate murder, rape, and kidnapping of innocent men, women, and children, I can no longer associate with an organization unwilling to call out terrorism in all its forms. Sunday\u2019s hate-filled and antisemitic rally in New York City, promoted by the NYC-DSA, makes it impossible for me to continue my affiliation. I stand with Israel and its right to defend itself. There is no place for moral equivocation in the face of unadulterated evil as we have seen from Hamas.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases/walberg-calls-michigan-leaders-condemn-anti-semitic-rally-dearborn", "Walberg Calls on Michigan Leaders to Condemn Anti-Semitic Rally in Dearborn", "2023-10-11", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "MI", "Tim Walberg", "W000798", "walberg.house.gov", "walberg", "https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Jackson, MI. -- Today, Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-05) called on Michigan leaders to condemn a rally in Dearborn, Michigan, last night where speakers defended Hamas and called for Israel to burn to its demise. He released the following statement:\n\n\"The rhetoric displayed and timing of the rally in Dearborn last night was vile and indefensible. At least 22 Americans are dead, and more are being held hostage by a terrorist organization. This rally occurred in the immediate aftermath of the largest attack on Jewish civilians since the Holocaust. During the rally, there was a failure to differentiate the Palestinian people and the terrorist organization, Hamas, which uses those Palestinian people as human shields.\n\nThere are decapitated babies, raped and murdered women, and over 1000 innocent civilians now dead. As Americans, they have the constitutional right to engage in this type of speech and assembly, but it is morally repugnant and an embarrassment to our state and nation.\n\nThis does not represent the values of Michigan, and I call on all of the leaders in our state to condemn anti-Semitism, terrorism, and anyone who celebrates it.\"\n\nRep. Tim Walberg is the Dean of the Michigan Congressional Delegation.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases/walberg-leads-colleagues-demanding-safety-jewish-students-college-campuses", "Walberg Leads Colleagues in Demanding Safety for Jewish Students on College Campuses", "2023-10-11", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "MI", "Tim Walberg", "W000798", "walberg.house.gov", "walberg", "https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. -- Today, Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-05) led 43 of his colleagues in sending a letter to U.S. Department of Education Secretary Miguel Cardona demanding the department engage immediately with colleges and universities on their obligations to take prompt action to respond to harassment that creates a hostile environment for Jewish students. Following the largest attack on Jewish civilians since the Holocaust, many collegiate organizations issued statements defending or even celebrating the attack. These groups have called for a \u201cNational Day of Resistance\u201d on October 12.\n\nIn the letter, Walberg and his colleagues write: \"Schools have a legal obligation under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 to provide all students, including Jewish students, a school environment free from discrimination based on race, color, or national origin, including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics. In May, the U.S. Department of Education launched its Antisemitism Awareness Campaign. An aspect of the Awareness Campaign was the promise to visit college campuses to learn more about antisemitism. However, as demonstrated by the rhetoric and recent actions of students across the country, antisemitic beliefs on college campuses are rampant and must not go unchallenged.\"\n\nThe letter continues: \"In light of developing events, we encourage the Department to engage immediately with colleges and universities on their obligations to take prompt and appropriate action to respond to harassment that creates a hostile environment for Jewish students. This should include placing those universities that have instances of student support for terrorism at the top of the list of universities to visit. Please immediately inform us of any actions that have been a part of the Antisemitism Awareness Campaign, including any prior or planned campus visits.\"\n\nYou may read the full letter here.\n\nCongressman Tim Walberg serves on the House Education & Workforce Committee.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-supports-resolution-condemning-terrorist-attacks-against", "Moolenaar Supports Resolution Condemning Terrorist Attacks Against Israel", "2023-10-10", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "MI", "John R. Moolenaar", "M001194", "moolenaar.house.gov", "moolenaar", "https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Congressman John Moolenaar supports bipartisan legislation condemning the Hamas terrorist attacks against Israel. The resolution backed by Moolenaar supports Israel\u2019s right to defend itself, reaffirms U.S. diplomatic and military support for Israel, and calls for the Biden Administration to fully enforce U.S. sanctions on Iran, which is the primary funding source of Hamas. On October 7, Hamas terrorists launched an attack on Israel, which has killed more than 900 Israelis and injured thousands more. The death toll continues to rise as more heartbreaking tragedies are uncovered, including beheaded babies and murdered children. Currently, an unknown number of Israeli citizens are being held hostage by Hamas. On Monday evening, President Joe Biden announced that 11 U.S. citizens were killed in the attacks by Hamas.\n\n\u201cThis resolution sends a clear message to Israel, its enemies, and the entire world that the United States stands with Israel. As Americans, we must be resolute in our support for Israel and the Jewish people so they know they will never have to face their enemies alone. There is no doubt that Iran, Hamas, and other terrorist organizations want to wipe Israel off the face of the earth. We will do everything we can to make sure that never happens,\u201d said Moolenaar.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases/walberg-condemns-hamas-terrorist-attack-israel", "Walberg Condemns Hamas Terrorist Attack in Israel", "2023-10-07", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "MI", "Tim Walberg", "W000798", "walberg.house.gov", "walberg", "https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. -- Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-05) released the following statement on the ongoing terrorist attack in Israel:\n\n\"America stands firmly and proudly with our great ally. We will continue to support and pray for Israel during this sickening attack. There is no equivocation \u2013 terrorism, brutality, and sexual violence is barbaric and disgusting. It is not something to be celebrated or excused.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://thanedar.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-shri-thanedar-submits-the-environmental-health-workforce-act", "Rep. Shri Thanedar Submits the Environmental Health Workforce Act", "2023-10-06", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "MI", "Shri Thanedar", "T000488", "thanedar.house.gov", "thanedar", "https://thanedar.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 October 6, 2023 \u2013 Today, Rep. Shri Thanedar (MI-13), ranking member on the Subcommittee of Transportation and Maritime Security, House Committee on Homeland Security, is proud to unveil the Environmental Health Workforce Act of 2023 to address the decline of vital environmental health professionals crucial to public safety. Since 2008, the U.S. has seen a 22% drop in these roles, and with the upcoming retirement of the Baby Boomer Generation, this strain is projected to deepen.\n\nHighlights of the Act:\n\nEstablish model standards for environmental health worker credentialing.\n\nDevelop a tailored workforce development plan for environmental health needs.\n\nInitiate a report on best practices for training and credentialing.\n\nExtend Public Service Loan Forgiveness to eligible environmental health workers.\n\nWith crises like Flint's lead-contaminated pipelines and the COVID-19 pandemic emphasizing the need, this legislation aims to reverse the declining trend of these professionals by enhancing training and offering financial support.\n\n\"Our environmental health professionals are frontline defenders of community health\u201d said Rep. Shri Thanedar. \u201cThis act is a step towards ensuring they're equipped and acknowledged.\"\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-statement-motion-vacate-speaker-house", "Moolenaar Statement on The Motion to Vacate the Speaker of the House", "2023-10-03", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "MI", "John R. Moolenaar", "M001194", "moolenaar.house.gov", "moolenaar", "https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Today, Congressman John Moolenaar voted against the motion to vacate the Speaker of the House.\n\n\u201cThere are major issues facing our country right now and they include debt, spending, and the crisis at the southern border created by President Biden\u2019s failed policies. Vacating the chair and partnering with liberal Democrats to throw out the Speaker is not conservative. It paralyzes the House of Representatives and allows Biden and the Democrats to enact their agenda with no pushback. I am focused on fighting Biden\u2019s disastrous agenda by uniting Republicans and passing legislation that makes our country better by securing the country\u2019s borders and helping Michigan families who are struggling with the costs of Biden\u2019s inflation,\u201d said Moolenaar.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://scholten.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-scholten-announces-800k-grant-mel-trotter-ministries-through-dept-health", "Rep. Scholten Announces $800k Grant to Mel Trotter Ministries Through Dept. of Health and Human Services", "2023-10-02", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "MI", "Hillary J. Scholten", "S001221", "scholten.house.gov", "scholten", "https://scholten.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C.\u2013 Rep. Hillary Scholten (MI-03) today announced that Mel TrotterMinistries will receive $800k from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services\u2019 Administration for Children and Families for Jireh Metal to expand current metal stamping manufacturing capabilities and create jobs.\n\nMel Trotter Ministries is a nonprofit organization that works to expand opportunity for West Michiganders experiencing hunger and homelessness. Mel Trotter Ministries partners with Jireh Metal to provide job training opportunities for the Michiganders they serve.\n\nThe expansion of metal stamping manufacturing capabilities through this grant will create 32 full-time positions within Kent County for low-income and special-needs Michiganders as well as returning citizens.\n\n\u201cThe partnership between Mel Trotter Ministries and Jireh Metal is truly changing lives \u2013 providing Michiganders with the second chances they deserve and setting them up for long-term success,\u201d said Rep. Scholten.\u201cThis grant is the final piece of the puzzle that these organizations need to support this project, and I\u2019m proud to have played a small part in securing this investment to this much-needed cause.\u201d\n\n\u201cFor nearly 124 years, Mel Trotter has assisted individuals secure and maintain employment. Our experience with many people experiencing homelessness is that they want to work. Many, however, need to gain skills and find an employer to give them a chance. Our partnership with Jireh Metal is a great example at what can happen when the for-profit and non-profit sectors work together to find a win for everyone, most importantly the person trying to leave homelessness. These partnerships are an important strategy as we as a community move the needle back on homelessness,\u201d said Dennis Van Kampen, CEO of Mel Trotter Ministries.\n\n\u201cHiring solid employees is key to Jireh\u2019s success and its expansion plans. We will continue to be an employer who provides opportunity to individuals with little or no work experience and those with challenged histories. We will maintain a holistic view on how we help employees retain and improve their employability. Our partnership with Mel Trotter in our recruiting and retention efforts is critical to Jireh Metal Products growth and long-term sustainability,\u201d said Michael Davenport, CEO of Jireh Metal Products.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaars-native-american-health-savings-act-passed-ways-and-means", "Moolenaar\u2019s Native American Health Savings Act Passed by Ways and Means Committee", "2023-09-29", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "MI", "John R. 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