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| https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-statement-former-president-jimmy-carters-passing | Moolenaar Statement on Former President Jimmy Carter's Passing | 2024-12-29 | 2024 | 2024-12 | 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 on the passing of former President Jimmy Carter: "Jimmy Carter sought to humbly serve others each day. After serving in the Navy, he returned home, and like many Americans, he became involved in his local community. After his presidency, he and his wife, Rosalynn, helped build Habitat for Humanity into what it is today. Together, the Carters demonstrated 77 years of enduring love and steadfast marriage to one another. The entire Carter family is in my prayers today." ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-bill-honoring-american-hero-passes-senate-and-heads | Moolenaar Bill Honoring An American Hero Passes the Senate and Heads to the President's Desk | 2024-12-21 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Republican | House | MI | John R. Moolenaar | M001194 | moolenaar.house.gov | moolenaar | https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | The U.S. Senate unanimously passed Congressman John Moolenaar’s bipartisan legislation to rename the outpatient VA clinic in Cadillac in honor of the late U.S. Marine Corporal Duane Dewey, a Michigan native and Medal of Honor recipient. The bill was passed by the Senate on Saturday and it now heads to President Biden's desk to be signed into law. "Duane Dewey was a selfless patriot who courageously served our nation and defended our freedoms. His acts of heroism, life of service, and dedication to veterans are an inspiration," said Moolenaar. "Renaming the VA clinic in Cadillac in Dewey’s honor is a tribute to all he accomplished. I am thankful to my Senate colleagues for unanimously supporting my legislation honoring this American hero, and I hope President Biden will sign it into law in the days ahead." | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://mcclain.house.gov/2024/12/mcclain-statement-on-passage-of-government-funding | McClain Statement on Passage of Government Funding | 2024-12-20 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Republican | House | MI | Lisa C. McClain | M001136 | mcclain.house.gov | mcclain | https://mcclain.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON - Rep. Lisa McClain (R-Mich.) tonight released the following statement after voting to avoid a government shutdown and provide critical funding and relief for American farmers and those recovering from natural disasters: “Democracy can be messy. What matters is that we’re moving forward and paving the way for a new day and a new government under President Trump come January. If you needed any more proof that things are going to look different following Republican victories in November, this is it. The country can rest assured their government is staying open and help is on the way for Americans who are struggling.” Background on the government funding legislation: Funds the federal government through March 14, 2025. $100 Billion in disaster relief for Americans affected by natural disasters. $10 Billion in direct economic aid to American farmers. One-year extension of the Farm Bill. Extends expiring health care programs through March 21, 2025. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1359 | Bergman, Cleaver Press USPS on Delivery Standards | 2024-12-19 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Republican | House | MI | Jack Bergman | B001301 | bergman.house.gov | bergman | https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | Today, Representatives Jack Bergman (R-MI) and Emanuel Cleaver (D-MO) led a letter to Postmaster General Louis DeJoy, chastising the United States Postal Service for lowering their delivery standards for Fiscal Year 2025. The bipartisan letter was signed by 8 members, who stressed the need for unelected and unaccountable DeJoy to address these service issues within his agency, as millions of Americans depend on timely deliveries. “The American people deserve a Postal Service that is transparent, accountable, and committed to service excellence,” the members emphasized. Read their full letter here or below. Postmaster General DeJoy: We write to express our deep concern with the recent decision by the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) to reduce its on-time delivery performance targets for Fiscal Year 2025. On November 29, 2024, USPS notified the Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC) of its revised performance targets for FY 2025, which include 87 percent on-time delivery for two-day first-class mail and 80 percent on-time delivery for three-to-five-day first-class mail. Not only are these numbers down from the agency’s FY 2024 targets of 93 percent and 90.3 percent, respectively, but they are the lowest levels since FY 2021, when USPS revised its targets mid-year due to the significant operational challenges caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. While the decision to adjust delivery standards during the pandemic was understandable given the unprecedented challenges faced at the time, the current situation is markedly different. The latest reductions come after USPS failed to meet its on-time delivery goals across a range of first-class mail in FY 2024 – a failure entirely of its own making. Despite repeated warnings from us, our constituents, and postal workers across the country, USPS chose to pursue the misguided Delivering for America (DFA) plan, severely undermining mail operations and service quality nationwide. The negative impact has been clear: in FY 2024, two-day mail performance declined by 4.3 percentage points,… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1356 | Bergman, Davis’ POUCH Act Preserves Freedom of Choice, Seeks to End Unprecedented Effort to Ban Tobacco Alternatives | 2024-12-17 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Republican | House | MI | Jack Bergman | B001301 | bergman.house.gov | bergman | https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | Following an unprecedented effort to ban alternative nicotine products such as flavored pouches and vapes, Rep. Jack Bergman (R-MI) and Don Davis (D-NC) introduced H.R. 10444, the Public Options for Unrestricted Consumer Harm-reduction (POUCH) Act. The legislation will block states and local governments from restricting Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-approved modified risk tobacco products (MRTP) and shine a light with much needed oversight of FDA’s years-long delay approving PMTAs. For decades, Americans have chosen to reduce their consumption of traditional tobacco products for health and safety reasons. However, tens of millions of adult consumers continue to use nicotine, and many have chosen to use less harmful alternatives to combustible tobacco, like nicotine pouches and electronic cigarettes. Since 2007, all new tobacco products must complete a premarket tobacco application (PMTA) with FDA. For approval, a new PMTA must provide scientific data showing it will be beneficial for overall public health and safer than traditional tobacco products. Due to federal inaction and vague federal statute, states and cities have issued blanket flavor bans that are being upheld by the courts, disenfranchising millions of adult flavored tobacco users “We place a high value on freedom and individualism in our Nation, and heavy-handed government interference jeopardizes those principles. The POUCH Act will shine a light on the FDA’s delayed approval process for modified risk tobacco products and prevent states or local entities from legislating for our entire country by banning already authorized products. The legislation promotes safety by preserving access to less harmful tobacco alternatives and promotes freedom by allowing Americans to determine the winners of our market – not the government,” Rep. Jack Bergman stated. “Smokers and others struggling with any type of addiction must have access to all available health care options,” said Rep. Don Davis. “Blanket bans, whether on menthol cigarettes or on alternati… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/house-passes-moolenaar-bill-stop-deadly-tb-outbreaks | House Passes Moolenaar Bill to Stop Deadly TB Outbreaks | 2024-12-16 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Republican | House | MI | John R. Moolenaar | M001194 | moolenaar.house.gov | moolenaar | https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Today, Congressman John Moolenaar’s bipartisan legislation, the Shandra Eisenga Human Cell and Tissue Product Safety Act, was unanimously passed by the House of Representatives. The legislation requires the Department of Health and Human Services to make reforms regarding the screening of tissue donation materials, conduct education campaigns, and impose penalties on tissue providers who fail to prevent tuberculosis outbreaks. Moolenaar introduced the bill with Congresswoman Debbie Dingell, in honor of Shandra Eisenga, of Marion, who passed away on August 10, 2023 due to a tuberculosis infection. Eisenga was one of 36 patients in seven states to contract TB after receiving a bone graft containing infected tissue donor material. Moolenaar spoke on the House floor in support of the legislation, as Shandra’s family, including her daughter, Amber Herlein, and sister, Tarin Brunink, who serves in Moolenaar’s office as the Director of Casework, attended the debate on the bill. "Nothing can erase the heartbreak of my mother's passing, but she would be proud that we have helped make a positive difference in her name. I am so thankful the House approved this bill today so no family has to go through an experience like this," said Amber Herlein, Shandra's daughter. “I am grateful my legislation to honor Shandra’s legacy was passed by the House. This bill will help prevent TB infections from bone grafts and save families from experiencing the pain and sadness that Shandra’s family has tragically endured. My bipartisan bill accomplishes this by ensuring the FDA requires screening for TB and holds tissue suppliers responsible for infections they spread,” said Moolenaar. "Shandra Eisenga’s death was a preventable tragedy, and we owe it to Shandra, her family, and every other patient who has been affected by contaminated bone grafts to ensure we’re doing everything possible to prevent future cases like this. I am thankful our bill passed the House with bipartisan support. As someone who had multiple bone grafts after osteo… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-bill-rename-cadillac-va-clinic-honor-medal-honor-recipient | Moolenaar Bill to Rename Cadillac VA Clinic in Honor of Medal of Honor Recipient Duane Dewey Passes House | 2024-12-16 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Republican | House | MI | John R. Moolenaar | M001194 | moolenaar.house.gov | moolenaar | https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Today, the House of Representatives passed Congressman John Moolenaar’s bipartisan legislation to rename the outpatient VA clinic in Cadillac in honor of the late U.S. Marine Corporal Duane Dewey, a Michigan native and Medal of Honor recipient. “Duane Dewey courageously served our country and his selfless sacrifice in the Korean War saved the lives of his fellow Marines. He earned the Medal of Honor and spent his life supporting veterans, so it is fitting to rename the VA clinic in Cadillac in his honor. I am grateful my colleagues unanimously passed my legislation to give us a lasting reminder of Duane Dewey and his service for our nation,” said Congressman Moolenaar. Moolenaar’s legislation to honor Dewey was cosponsored by every member of the Michigan Congressional delegation and endorsed by Michigan veterans groups including the American Legion Department of Michigan, the Michigan Disabled American Veterans, and the Veterans of Foreign Wars Department of Michigan. Moolenaar spoke on the House floor about Dewey's courage and life while the House debated the renaming legislation. A transcript of his remarks is below and video can be found here. ------------- Thank you, Mr. Speaker and I thank the gentleman for yielding. Mr. Speaker. I rise in support of my bipartisan legislation, a bill to rename the Veterans Affairs outpatient clinic in Cadillac, Michigan in honor of the late Corporal Duane Dewey, a Michigan native, and a United States Marine. Corporal Dewey was extraordinarily brave in his service to our nation. In April of 1952, Corporal Dewey was serving as the leader of a machine gun squad in Korea when he came under fire. After hours of fighting, an enemy grenade fell at his feet. It exploded and Dewey was injured. Then as he was being treated for his wounds, a second grenade landed near his position. Dewey alerted his fellow Marines of the danger and rushed to smother the explosive. In this moment of bravery, he used his body to cover the explosive and save the members of his squad. Miraculo… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases/house-passes-walbergs-wireless-bill-promote-american-standard-setting | House Passes Walberg's Wireless Bill to Promote American Standard-Setting | 2024-12-16 | 2024 | 2024-12 | 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 H.R. 1377, the Promoting United States Wireless Leadership Act, led by Congressional 5G and Beyond Caucus co-chairs Representatives Tim Walberg (R-MI), Debbie Dingell (D-MI), and Annie Kuster (D-NH). The bipartisan bill will bolster American technological leadership by bringing key leaders together and encourage U.S. participation in global standards-setting for 5G networks and for future generations of wireless communications networks. "This critical legislation brings stakeholders together to create a unified approach to international standards-setting,” said Rep. Walberg. “From a national security and economic perspective, it is imperative that America continues to lead the world in wireless leadership. I appreciate the continued partnership of Rep. Dingell and Rep. Kuster as we work to counter adversarial influences.” “The policy choices of today will have lasting effects on the global wireless technology development of tomorrow — especially as we compete against China," said Rep. Dingell. "We must take concrete, proactive steps to lower barriers to entry for U.S. companies and promote American competitiveness in this space for each subsequent generation of these innovative technologies. We have bipartisan agreement that the United States must be a leader in the development and deployment of cutting-edge technologies. This bill does exactly that, and I’m glad it passed the House today with bipartisan support.” Click here to watch Rep. Walberg's remarks. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases/walberg-elected-chair-house-education-workforce-committee | Walberg Elected as Chair of the House Education & the Workforce Committee | 2024-12-12 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Republican | House | MI | Tim Walberg | W000798 | walberg.house.gov | walberg | https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. -- Today, the House Republican Steering Committee has selected Rep. Tim Walberg (R-MI) as the chairman of the House Committee on Education and Workforce for the 119th Congress. “Having served under three Republican chairs of this committee, I understand both the privilege and responsibility now entrusted to me,” said Rep. Walberg. “We have a unique opportunity to make substantive reforms to empower parents, incentivize workforce training, improve government efficiency, and unburden American innovators and job creators. The American people have given us a mandate to enact meaningful change and ensure future generations will succeed.” “We have significant work ahead of us, from enshrining protections for parents to continuing to protect Jewish students on college campuses to rights providing more opportunity and flexibility to American workers,” Walberg continued. “Freedom, opportunity, and fairness will guide our work as we deliver results for America. Let’s get to work!” Congressman Tim Walberg has served 16 years on the House Committee on Education & the Workforce. Prior to his time in public office, Tim served as a pastor in Michigan and Indiana, as president of the Warren Reuther Center for Education and Community Impact, and as a division manager for Moody Bible Institute. He also spent time as a steelworker at U.S. Steel South Works. Before his congressional tenure, he served in the Michigan House of Representatives from 1983 to 1999, serving on the Education Committee. Learn more at https://walberg.house.gov/. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1342 | Bergman Stands for America First Bill to Bolster National Security | 2024-12-11 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Republican | House | MI | Jack Bergman | B001301 | bergman.house.gov | bergman | https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | Today, Representative Jack Bergman addressed his colleagues on the House floor, urging them to advance our national security by supporting the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025. In his remarks, Rep. Bergman underscored the need to put America First again as we project strength to the world - and especially to our enemies. Read his full speech below or watch here: I rise in support of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025. I would like to thank Chairman Rogers and Ranking Member Smith for their leadership in bringing this critical piece of bipartisan legislation for the national security of our nation to the floor for the 64th consecutive year. This bill continues to provide resources and capabilities to counter our Nation’s number one threat: China. The bill accomplishes this by ensuring the Defense Intelligence Enterprise, the Defense Security Cooperation Agency, and our Special Operations Forces have the tools required to execute the Department’s efforts in strategic competition and in countering malign Chinese actions. The NDAA requires the Secretary of Defense to develop a methodology to ensure strategic competition is part of force sizing analysis; enhances intelligence and counterintelligence capabilities; requires more frequent Biodefense posture reviews to ensure we can defeat and prevent biothreats; and authorizes the Taiwan Security Cooperation Initiative to enable Taiwan to maintain self-defense capabilities. This is a critically important bill, and I urge my colleagues to support it. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://mcclain.house.gov/2024/12/mcclain-votes-to-end-woke-initiatives-refocus-military-s-mission-with-passage-of-ndaa | McClain Votes to End Woke Initiatives, Refocus Military’s Mission with Passage of NDAA | 2024-12-11 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Republican | House | MI | Lisa C. McClain | M001136 | mcclain.house.gov | mcclain | https://mcclain.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON - Today, Rep. Lisa McClain (R-Mich.), a member of the House Armed Services Committee, voted to pass the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2025. The annual legislation determines funding levels and priorities for our nation’s military and national defense programs. “With conflict raging around the globe, we must focus on producing the most lethal fighting force in the world, not woke ideologies that divide and distract our armed forces from their core mission,” said McClain. “This year’s NDAA makes strategic investments so our nation is ready to defend itself against threats from our adversaries, all while making improvements for servicemembers and their families who make enormous sacrifices for our freedom each day. The defense of our nation and the security of the American people is our highest priority.” The FY25 NDAA: Provides junior enlisted servicemembers with a 14.5% pay raise. Enables National Guard troops to support Border Patrol activities at the southern border. Eliminates woke DEI initiatives and bans gender-reassignment treatment for children. Bolsters defense initiatives in the Indo-Pacific to counter Chinese Aggression. Saves taxpayers $31 billion by slashing inefficient programs, obsolete weapons, and bloated bureaucracy. The NDAA also provides funding for key projects in Michigan’s 9th District: Kratos – U.S. Replacement of Engines in Aerial Targets. JVIS – Creation of Advanced Technologies for Next-Generation Combat Vehicles. GM Defense – Procurement of Infantry Squad Vehicles for the U.S. Army. General Dynamics – Stryker Combat Vehicle Improvement Program. Honeywell – Development of Next-Generation Engine for Abrams Tank. BAE Systems – Procurement of Armored Multi-Purpose Vehicle. Riccardo Defense – Production of Combat Vehicle Safety Kit. Michigan State University – Development of Autonomous Infantry/Ground Vehicles. Watch McClain’s full remarks on the 2025 NDAA during floor debate, here. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-votes-support-servicemembers-and-protect-american-people | Moolenaar Votes To Support Servicemembers and Protect American People | 2024-12-11 | 2024 | 2024-12 | 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 for legislation that will strengthen America’s national security and increase resources for servicemembers and their families. The bill, the Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act authorizes policies and programs for the Department of Defense and provides junior enlisted servicemembers with a 14.5% raise. “This legislation is a significant commitment to our brave men and women in uniform and refocuses military leadership on its mission to defend the American people and deter military aggression posed by our foremost adversary, the Chinese Communist Party. The bill, the Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act provides junior enlisted servicemembers with a 14.5% raise, takes action to remove Chinese-made drones from our skies, and protects American fundamental research from CCP cooptation, all while cutting $31 billion in inefficient programs, saving valuable taxpayer money. I’m proud to support this bill, and I look forward to seeing additional important national security legislation, like the BIOSECURE Act and outbound investment restrictions, on the House floor in the coming weeks.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-questions-dc-mayor-capitals-ties-ccp | Moolenaar Questions DC Mayor on Capital's Ties to the CCP | 2024-12-10 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Republican | House | MI | John R. Moolenaar | M001194 | moolenaar.house.gov | moolenaar | https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Today, Congressman John Moolenaar questioned Muriel Bowser, the mayor of Washington, D.C., about the District’s troubling sister city relationship with Beijing. The questioning came as Bowser appeared before a hearing of the House Appropriations Committee’s Financial Services and General Government Subcommittee, which provides funding to the federal district. In response to Moolenaar’s questioning, the mayor promised to review the district’s sister-city relationship with Beijing. “Our nation’s capital should be a celebration of our nation’s founding principles and the inalienable rights we enjoy as Americans. Having a sister city relationship with Beijing is a betrayal of those values and the District should end this relationship immediately. I hope that one day the liberties we enjoy as Americans will be enjoyed by the Chinese people, but until that day comes, Washington D.C. should stand for freedom and not with the Chinese Communist Party,” said Moolenaar, after the hearing. Washington, D.C. and Beijing first established a sister city relationship in 1984. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-bill-block-biden-tax-credits-adversaries-introduced-senate | Moolenaar Bill to Block Biden Tax Credits for Adversaries Introduced in Senate | 2024-12-06 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Republican | House | MI | John R. Moolenaar | M001194 | moolenaar.house.gov | moolenaar | https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Today, Congressman John Moolenaar’s bipartisan House legislation to block the Biden Administration from giving money to companies affiliated with the Chinese Communist Party was introduced in the Senate by Senators Tom Cotton (R-AR) and Rick Scott (R-FL). The legislation blocks the Biden administration’s recently finalized Treasury Department rule on 45X production tax credits from being implemented. The rule, which was completed by the department in October, allows companies affiliated with the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) to receive American tax dollars for producing battery components. “My legislation will protect American taxpayers and stop their tax dollars from going to the Chinese Communist Party. I welcome my Senate colleagues support for this commonsense legislation. It is unfortunate that the Biden Treasury Department would allow billions of taxpayer dollars to flow to CCP-affiliated companies. This legislation will stop the Treasury’s rule and protect the American people,” said Moolenaar. The legislation utilizes the Congressional Review Act, which gives Congress the authority to stop regulations issued by the executive branch. If the legislation is passed by the house and Senate and signed by the President within 60 days of the rule being finalized, it would be blocked. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1341 | Bergman Joins Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) Caucus | 2024-12-05 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Republican | House | MI | Jack Bergman | B001301 | bergman.house.gov | bergman | https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | Today, Representative Jack Bergman announced that he has joined the House Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) Caucus, furthering his effort to cut waste, fraud, and abuse within the government. The Caucus will work hand-in-hand with Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, advancing their efforts through Congress once President Trump is sworn in on January 20th. Rep. Bergman issued the following statement: “Cutting wasteful government spending has been my heartbeat since coming to Congress. If we do not get our spending under control, we will cease to be a country - and identifying and cutting waste and misused government funds is the perfect place to start. Americans are fed up with Washington’s gluttonous spending addiction. I’m proud to join this team as we renew our commitment and efforts to identify and scale back unnecessary government spending and get our Nation back on a fiscally responsible path.” Last year, Rep. Bergman was appointed by Budget Committee Chairman Jodey Arrington to serve as the House Budget Committee Oversight Chairman. In this role, Rep. Bergman has worked to identify waste, fraud, and abuse within the federal government and under Chairman Arrington’s leadership, he has laid the groundwork for the new Republican trifecta to make greater change. Bergman paved the way to begin restoring accountability, transparency, and integrity to Washington’s spending habits. You can read more about the need for reform and accountability in Rep. Bergman’s opinion piece here. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://mcclain.house.gov/2024/12/mcclain-praises-court-ruling-to-halt-treasury-rule-impacting-millions-of-small-businesses | McClain Praises Court Ruling to Halt Treasury Rule Impacting Millions of Small Businesses | 2024-12-04 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Republican | House | MI | Lisa C. McClain | M001136 | mcclain.house.gov | mcclain | https://mcclain.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON - Following today’s ruling in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas to block the rollout of rushed reporting rules by the U.S. Treasury Department, Rep. Lisa McClain (R-Mich.) released the following statement: “The decision out of Texas is a massive win for America’s small businesses, and I am thankful there will be adequate time to clarify the guidelines and properly inform businesses how to ratify their legitimacy,” said McClain. “Millions of small businesses were close to being subjected to burdensome penalties because of the complicated reporting requirements hastily set forth by the Treasury Department. The Court’s decision upholds Congressional intent for a two-year rollout after the effective date of the regulations.” Background: In November, McClain led 43 of her House colleagues in a letter to Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen and FinCEN Director Andrea Gacki, demanding a delay in implementing the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA). The letter sought to grant small businesses additional time to understand and comply with the reporting requirements. The CTA, which passed the House in 2021, was designed to target shell companies engaged in illicit transactions. Without delaying requirements under the CTA, the measure would subject millions of small businesses to penalties, fines, and even jail time for not properly filing the information required under regulations. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/gotion-parent-company-partners-ccp-university-tied-chinese-military | Gotion Parent Company Partners with CCP University Tied to Chinese Military | 2024-12-04 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Republican | House | MI | John R. Moolenaar | M001194 | moolenaar.house.gov | moolenaar | https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Gotion High-Tech, the parent company of Gotion Inc., has announced a partnership with Tsinghua University in Beijing, an institution with close ties to China’s People’s Liberation Army, cyberattacks, and the genocide of Uyghurs in northwest China. “Gotion High-Tech is partnering with a university that helps China’s military. This is a dangerous partnership that will actively work against America and it is another example of how Gotion is a tool for the CCP to advance its own interests against the United States. This shows yet again that Gotion is a bad business partner for Michigan and it should not be allowed to build a factory in our state,” said Congressman John Moolenaar. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1340 | Bergman, Correa Secure Victory with Breakthrough Treatments for Veterans, Servicemembers | 2024-12-03 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Republican | House | MI | Jack Bergman | B001301 | bergman.house.gov | bergman | https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | Today, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs announced it will fund a $1.5 million study on MDMA-assisted therapy for PTSD and alcohol use disorder among Veterans. This announcement was made following an August 2nd letter from Representative Jack Bergman (R-MI), Representative Lou Correa (D-CA), and 58 other Members of Congress, in which the lawmakers urged the VA to address the post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and suicide epidemic among Veterans and Servicemembers. The Representatives had implored the Biden Administration to research and make available new and better treatment options like MDMA-assisted therapy for those Veterans and Servicemembers suffering from the invisible wounds of service. The study, which will be conducted by VA researchers affiliated with Brown University and Yale University, will be the first VA-funded study for psychedelic-assisted therapy since the 1960s. This announcement came after more than two years of engagement and advocacy by Reps. Bergman and Correa, who co-founded the bipartisan Congressional Psychedelics Advancing Therapies (PATH) Caucus in 2022 to improve lawmakers’ understanding of this rapidly evolving field of research and advocate for safe and efficacious treatments for Veterans suffering from PTSD. In 2023, their amendment to the VA spending bill – which would direct VA to conduct a large-scale study into MDMA-assisted therapy to treat PTSD – was approved unanimously on the House floor. This effort showed clear Congressional support for further VA research into psychedelics and opened the door for today’s announcement. “This is a huge step in the right direction,” Rep. Bergman stated. “I applaud the VA for moving the ball forward in this fight to help those who so desperately need these breakthrough therapies. I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, if psychedelic-assisted therapy can help treat a Servicemember or Veteran’s PTSD or prevent them from taking their own life, then we owe it to them to take an active role in researching these potentially life-savin… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://mcclain.house.gov/2024/11/mcclain-colleagues-demand-treasury-department-delay-potentially-harmful-reporting-requirement | McClain, Colleagues Demand Treasury Department Delay Potentially Harmful Reporting Requirement | 2024-11-05 | 2024 | 2024-11 | Republican | House | MI | Lisa C. McClain | M001136 | mcclain.house.gov | mcclain | https://mcclain.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON - Today, Rep. Lisa McClain (R-Mich.) with several House colleagues requested a delay from Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen in the implementation of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA). The CTA, which passed the House in 2021, includes complex obligations that businesses must report significant occupational data and sensitive personal information. Without delay, the reporting deadline which runs afoul of Congressional intent will subject millions of small businesses to penalties, fines, and even jail time. “While CTA intends to target shell corporations engaged in illicit transactions, its language actually targets all legal entities with less than $5 million in annual revenues and less than 20 employees – in other words, every small business in the United States,” the Members of Congress wrote. “Failure to comply can result in fines of over $590 per day, as well as felony charges and up to two years imprisonment. [The Treasury Department’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network] FinCEN reported estimates that more than 32 million such entities will be affected by the new law just this year, with an additional 6 million each subsequent year as new businesses are formed.” “In the meantime, a paperwork violation that includes large fines and jailtime is devasting to America’s small business owners simply trying to make ends meet. We ask that you delay CTA’s implementation date to comply with the intent of the law and allow the legalities, distribution of information and complicated reporting requirements to be clarified,” the Members of Congress continued. This letter comes after FinCEN reported that it has only received 10 percent of the required submissions from affected businesses. Rep. McClain was joined by Rep. Donald G. Davis (D-N.C.), Rep. Bill Huizenga (R-Mich.), Rep. French Hill (R-Ark.), Rep. Tom Emmer (R-Minn.), Rep. Cathy McMorris Rogers (R-Wash.), Rep. Vern Buchanan (R-Fla.), Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar (R-Fla.), Rep. Randy Weber Sr. (R-Texas), Rep. Darin LaHood (R-Ill.), Rep. Jack Bergman (R… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:07:06Z |
| https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1324 | Bergman Reminds Constituents of Voting Options | 2024-11-01 | 2024 | 2024-11 | Republican | House | MI | Jack Bergman | B001301 | bergman.house.gov | bergman | https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | Today, Rep. Jack Bergman reminded First District constituents of absentee return and early in-person voting options, as mail delays have caused issues for clerks and voters. “Voting is a fundamental right we have as Americans. As we near Election Day, concerned constituents and clerks have reached out to our office citing weeks-long postal delays of absentee ballots being delivered or returned. It’s imperative that every legal vote is counted in Michigan, so I encourage all who may still have an absentee ballot in-hand to deliver that directly to your clerk and be sure your vote is counted. Additionally, if you have not received a requested ballot, early in-person voting is still open until Sunday," Rep. Bergman stated. Bergman blasted Postmaster General Dejoy, “With just three days until the most important election of our lifetime, the U.S. Postal Service has once again failed our rural and remote communities. Hundreds of absentee ballots across Northern Michigan and the Upper Peninsula remain undelivered, effectively disenfranchising these voters and leaving them few options to make their voices heard and votes count. For months, my colleagues and I have sounded the alarm on Postmaster General DeJoy’s ill-conceived facility consolidation plan and its severe impacts on rural America. Yet, these warnings were ignored. Congress must hold the Postal Service accountable for this failure at once.” If you have received your absentee ballot but have not turned it in, here are some helpful options provided by the State of Michigan: Return and submit an absentee ballot on Election Day Voters can bring their completed absentee ballot to their precinct to insert directly into a tabulator. The election inspector must verify that a voter is in the correct location and that the ballot has been issued to the correct voter. Once this information is confirmed, voters will receive a secrecy sleeve and can insert their completed absentee ballot into the tabulator, just like at a polling place on Election Day. Return and su… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:07:06Z |
| https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1323 | Bergman Leads on Call for Election Integrity in Michigan | 2024-10-31 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | House | MI | Jack Bergman | B001301 | bergman.house.gov | bergman | https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | Today, Representative Jack Bergman led Michigan Republican Members of Congress in sending a letter to Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson demanding answers on Michigan’s elections and urging her to protect election integrity. Following reports of a Chinese national University of Michigan student - who is not a U.S. citizen - casting a ballot for the upcoming Presidential election, Rep. Jack Bergman, joined by Reps. John Moolenaar, Bill Huizenga, Tim Walberg, John James, and Lisa McClain, wrote a letter to Secretary Jocelyn Benson outlining their concerns and demanding answers on this issue. You can read the letter here or below: Secretary Benson: As you know, the State of Michigan will play a pivotal role in next week’s election, potentially deciding who will become the 47th President of the United States and which party will control the United States Congress. On October 22, 2024, you made the following statement: “Let me be clear: We have secure elections in Michigan.” Furthermore, you testified before the Committee on House Administration on September 11, 2024, stating there is “no evidence non-citizens are voting.” And yet, according to a recent report by The Detroit News, a University of Michigan student who is a Chinese national – and not a U.S. citizen – allegedly cast a ballot for the upcoming presidential election. The report goes on to note that his ballot will be counted. Only U.S. citizens are legally permitted to vote in federal elections. You acknowledged this fact during a recent interview on CNN, noting that “Only US citizens can vote in our elections, and secure processes are in place in every state to ensure and reinforce that.” Clearly, this acknowledgement is at odds with the aforementioned report. Having instances of non-citizens voting, however isolated they may be, puts doubt into the minds of the millions of Michiganders who entrust you with ensuring our elections are secure, free, and fair, and that the results are valid. With this in mind, we would like you to answer the f… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://mcclain.house.gov/2024/10/mcclain-demands-answers-from-michigan-secretary-of-state-over-illegal-ballot-cast-by-chinese-national | McClain Demands Answers from Michigan Secretary of State Over Illegal Ballot Cast by Chinese National | 2024-10-31 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | House | MI | Lisa C. McClain | M001136 | mcclain.house.gov | mcclain | https://mcclain.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON — Today, Rep. Lisa McClain (R-Mich.) sent a letter to Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson after reporting from The Detroit News indicates a breach in Michigan’s election integrity. The letter requests answers from Secretary Benson on the incident and what operational changes the Secretary will undertake prior to the certification of election results. “Only U.S. citizens should vote in U.S. elections. The procedural failures that enabled a non-citizen to vote in our election must be investigated immediately,” said McClain. “With the election under a week away, I expect quick and full cooperation from the Michigan Secretary of State’s office and demand assurance that this illegal ballot will not be counted in the final results. We must ensure confidence and legitimacy in our elections.” On Oct. 30, The Detroit News reported a 19-year-old Chinese national cast an illegal ballot during the early voting period. To read the full letter, click here. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-exposes-chinese-defense-links-university-michigans | Moolenaar Exposes Chinese Defense Links in University of Michigan’s Partnership with Chinese University, Calls for Joint Institute to Close | 2024-10-31 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | House | MI | John R. Moolenaar | M001194 | moolenaar.house.gov | moolenaar | https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Today, Congressman John Moolenaar called on the University of Michigan to close its joint institute with the PRC institution Shanghai Jiao Tong University. Shanghai Jiao Tong University has helped drive China’s military modernization and intelligence capabilities, including by contributing to the development of nuclear weapons, carrier rockets, nuclear submarines, and fighter jets. In September, The Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), led by Moolenaar unveiled findings of an investigation into American universities’ collaboration with China: ‘CCP on the Quad: How American Taxpayers and Universities Fund the CCP's Advanced Military and Technological Research.’ As a result of these findings, schools like U.C. Berkeley and Georgia Tech have begun the process of shuttering their research partnerships with Chinese schools. But the University of Michigan has not taken action to address the national security risks posed by its joint institute with a Chinese defense-linked university. The University of Michigan also hosts students from Shanghai Jiao Tong University on its campus as part of the ongoing joint institute, posing an espionage risk. This past month, five of these students were charged for lying to federal investigators after they trespassed onto a U.S. National Guard installation. In the request to University of Michigan President Santa Ono to shutter this institute, Moolenaar writes, “Through its extensive military-aligned departments and laboratories, advanced dual-use research programs, and large-scale operational training platforms, Shanghai Jiao Tong drives the [People’s Republic of China] PRC’s military modernization and intelligence capabilities…This military-academic integration enables Shanghai Jiao Tong to make significant contributions to the PRC’s most sensitive defense programs, including nuclear weapons, carrier rockets, satellites, nuclear submarines, and fighter jets…The [U-M] Joint Institute has also operated as a sophisticated military-academic-intelligence nexus for ove… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-michigan-members-benson-failed-stop-illegal-vote-being-cast | Moolenaar, Michigan Members: Benson Failed to Stop Illegal Vote From Being Cast | 2024-10-31 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | House | MI | John R. Moolenaar | M001194 | moolenaar.house.gov | moolenaar | https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | October 31, 2024 Today, Congressman John Moolenaar, along with Congressmen Tim Walberg (R-MI), Bill Huizenga (R-MI), John James (R-MI), and Jack Bergman (R-MI) called on Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson to answer questions regarding how a Chinese national voted in Michigan’s election this past Sunday. The lawmakers wrote to Benson, “Your department failed to prevent this illegal vote from being cast and will reportedly count it in the results next week. House Republicans have raised concerns about noncitizens voting in elections and earlier this year the House of Representatives passed H.R. 8281 – the SAVE Act with a bipartisan 221-198 vote. The SAVE Act would require individuals to provide proof of citizenship when registering to vote in federal elections, and it is shameful our colleagues in the Senate refused to pass this commonsense legislation.” The Michigan representatives concluded by asking Benson the following questions: When was your office made aware that this noncitizen registered to vote and cast a ballot? What documents did this person present that allowed him to register to vote? Did he show proof of citizenship? If not, why was he allowed to register to vote without showing proof of citizenship? Can you confirm the media report that that this noncitizen’s ballot will be counted in the official vote count? If so, why is that the case, and what is your department doing to rectify this process so noncitizens’ votes can be withdrawn from the count if a similar situation occurs again? What exactly are you and your department doing to ensure another noncitizen is not able to register to vote? Now that a noncitizen has been able to register to vote and cast a ballot on your watch, will you endorse H.R. 8281 – the SAVE Act that requires individuals to provide proof of citizenship when registering to vote in federal elections? The House of Representatives passed this bill with a bipartisan 221-198 vote. Can you confirm that this is the only instance that a noncitizen has registered to vo… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-statement-chinese-national-illegally-voting-michigan | Moolenaar Statement on Chinese National Illegally Voting in Michigan | 2024-10-30 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | House | MI | John R. Moolenaar | M001194 | moolenaar.house.gov | moolenaar | https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Today, the Michigan Secretary of State, Jocelyn Benson, and the Washtenaw County Prosecutor's office announced charges against a Chinese national for election fraud in Michigan. The Chinese national is a student at the University of Michigan, and illegally registered to vote and cast a ballot on Sunday, October 27 in Ann Arbor. “Secretary Jocelyn Benson has hurt the public’s trust in Michigan elections as her department failed to prevent this illegal vote from being cast and will count it in the results next week. The University of Michigan should expel this student for violating our laws and our state’s leaders need to take serious action against the Chinese Communist Party’s attempts to influence our state. Secretary Benson must tell us how she will prevent similar election fraud in the next week, and how she will secure our elections against CCP interference. Governor Whitmer must cancel the state’s $715 million giveaway of taxpayer money to CCP-affiliated Gotion and end its plans to build near Camp Grayling. Finally, U-M President Santa Ono needs to shut down his university’s institute with Shanghai Jiao Tong University, which collaborates with China’s military. Until these actions happen, our state's security, elections, universities, and auto supply chains will remain vulnerable to CCP influence,” said Congressman John Moolenaar. According to reporting from the Detroit News, the illegally cast ballot is expected to be counted in the 2024 election results, "because there is no way for election officials to retrieve it once it's been put through a tabulator." | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/biden-harris-let-ccp-affiliated-companies-rob-michigan-families-and | Biden-Harris Let CCP-Affiliated Companies Rob Michigan Families and Receive Tax Credits | 2024-10-24 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | House | MI | John R. Moolenaar | M001194 | moolenaar.house.gov | moolenaar | https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Congressman John Moolenaar today made the following statement after the Treasury Department released final IRS rules on the Advanced Manufacturing Production Credit under Section 45X of the Internal Revenue Code. These tax credits were created by the so-called Inflation Reduction Act, which was partisan legislation that passed in 2022 with no Republican votes. Chinese companies like Gotion which make battery components for electric vehicles would qualify for the tax credit. “Today’s announcement by the Treasury Department leaves the door wide open for Gotion and other Chinese companies to receive federal tax credits. It is a disgraceful policy that will take money from hardworking Michigan families and funnel it straight to Beijing while forcing our Michigan automakers to become more dependent on supply chains controlled by China. Democrats in Lansing have given Gotion $715 million in taxpayer support and now this Biden-Harris policy will let Chinese companies collect billions more from hardworking Michigan families." Electric vehicle supply chains are dominated by China, as "Chinese companies supply 80 percent of the world’s battery cells and account for nearly 60 percent of the EV battery market." | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1321 | Bergman & Michigan Republican Colleagues Demand Accountability After Chinese Nationals Breach U.S. Military Bases | 2024-10-22 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | House | MI | Jack Bergman | B001301 | bergman.house.gov | bergman | https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | Last week, Representative Jack Bergman was joined by fellow Michigan Republican Members of Congress in sending a letter to Department of Defense (DoD) Secretary Lloyd Austin, demanding answers and accountability after several breaches of military bases by Chinese nationals. This letter comes after federal prosecutors charged five Chinese nationals on October 2, 2024 with crimes in connection to trespassing on the Camp Grayling training facility during Northern Strike – one of DOD’s largest reserve component readiness exercises. As the Members explained, this security breach was not an isolated incident: “In recent years, Chinese nationals have been found trespassing at military installations and other sensitive sites across the U.S., including a Naval station in Florida, a shipyard in Virginia, a Marine Corps base in California, and an arctic warfare training base in Alaska. The alarming rise in such breaches suggests a coordinated effort by the Chinese Communist Party to gauge the security of sites critical to U.S. national security, potentially in anticipation for an attack from within the homeland.” “We know that weakness only invites aggression, which is why my colleagues and I are demanding swift action from our Defense Department to review and bolster the security of our sensitive sites. With a raging border crisis and a resulting increase in Chinese national encounters at our southern border, our Nation can’t afford inaction on this issue. We must ensure accountability from the DoD to avoid any further incidents that could embolden and inform our enemies,” Rep. Bergman stated. “After the disturbing arrests of five Chinese nationals outside of Camp Grayling, Michiganders deserve answers,” said Rep. Tim Walberg. “I’m proud to join my Michigan Republican colleagues in demanding these answers and accountability from the Department of Defense. Beyond this, we cannot allow our colleges and universities to be used by adversaries to undermine our national security.” “China is our greatest geopolitical threat… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-rubio-colleagues-call-treasury-retroactively-review-its | Moolenaar, Rubio, Colleagues Call For Treasury to Retroactively Review Its Failure to Block Gotion Transaction | 2024-10-18 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | House | MI | John R. Moolenaar | M001194 | moolenaar.house.gov | moolenaar | https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Gotion Incorporated, a company with deep ties to the Chinese Communist Party, has plans to develop a large industrial site in Mecosta County, Michigan near a U.S. military installation in the state. The failure of the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) to investigate and block this development poses a serious threat to U.S. national security. Congressman John Moolenaar (R-MI), U.S. Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) and their colleagues, sent a letter to Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen urging her to use CFIUS’s authority to retroactively review the transaction after CFIUS failed to review it two years ago. The transaction should have been reviewed then because “Federal regulations define the extended range of a military installation as land within a 100-mile radius of the military installation” and CFIUS’s own geographic reference tool shows the Gotion site is less than 60 miles from Camp Grayling. “We write to express our deep concern regarding the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s apparent failure to block Gotion Incorporated (Gotion)—an entity with deep ties to the Chinese Communist Party (CCP)—from developing a large industrial site near a major U.S. military installation.” “Given CFIUS’ failure to launch a review of Gotion’s site development when the project was first publicly announced two years ago, it is now imperative that CFIUS update its proposed rulemaking to clarify the Committee’s ability to conduct retroactive reviews of covered greenfield investments that it previously failed to address.” Joining Rubio and Moolenaar were Senators Tom Cotton (R-AR), Mike Braun (R-IN) and Joni Ernst (R-IA), as well as Representatives Lisa McClain (R-MI), Bill Huizenga (R-MI), Jack Bergman (R-MI), John James (R-MI), and Tim Walberg (R-MI). Flashback… In September 2023, Rubio and Moolenaar sent a letter to Secretary Yellen urging CFIUS to review Gotion’s ownership. The full text of the new letter is below. Dear Secretary Yellen: We write to express our deep concern regarding the U.S. Departme… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-death-hamas-leader-justice-his-victims | Moolenaar: Death of Hamas Leader is Justice for His Victims | 2024-10-17 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | House | MI | John R. Moolenaar | M001194 | moolenaar.house.gov | moolenaar | https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Today, Hamas leader and architect of the October 7th attacks on Israel, Yahya Sinwar, was killed in a targeted military operation conducted by Israel, the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed. "The world is safer today thanks to the Israeli military operation that eliminated Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar. American citizens have been killed by Sinwar and his terrorists, and his death today is justice for the families of his victims. I will continue to stand with Israel as it fights to free the remaining hostages and defeat Hamas," said Congressman John Moolenaar. Sinwar organized the attacks against Israeli civilians on October 7, 2023, where Hamas brutalized communities in southern Israel. Hamas killed more than 1,200 innocent civilians, and took 254 people, including 12 American citizens as hostage on October 7. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-secretary-sus-policies-hurting-michigan-farmers | Moolenaar: Secretary Su’s Policies Hurting Michigan Farmers | 2024-10-17 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | House | MI | John R. Moolenaar | M001194 | moolenaar.house.gov | moolenaar | https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Today, Julie Su, the Acting Secretary of Labor the for the Biden-Harris administration, is expected to be in Michigan. Her policies have hurt Michigan farmers by mandating unsustainable wages for farm workers, known as the Adverse Effect Wage Rate (AEWR). This year, under Acting Secretary Su's direction, the AEWR in Michigan was raised to $18.50 per hour, the fourth highest rate in the nation. "Many Michigan farmers are on the brink of bankruptcy because of the failed leadership of the Biden-Harris administration and Acting Secretary Su. I have met with fifth and sixth-generation farmers who fear that unless something changes, they will be the last in their family to farm. President Biden, Vice President Harris and Acting Secretary Su's policies are responsible for this hardship, and my bipartisan Supporting Farm Operations Act would help provide Michigan farmers overdue relief," said Congressman John Moolenaar. Last month, the Protect Our Product coalition had an event with Moolenaar to discuss the high labor costs of the Biden-Harris administration’s policies. The Michigan Farm News reported: “For the Kropfs, phasing out older varieties of apples on 25 acres carries a replanting cost of around $1 million. It’s money the couple said they won’t have if labor costs under the H-2A program continue to increase. “This money has to come from somewhere, and the price of the product has been relatively consistent, if not dropping,” Chris Kropf said. “We have to control our labor costs — at all costs.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/two-weeks-later-action-needed-governor-whitmer-following-ccp-spying | Two Weeks Later: Action Needed from Governor Whitmer Following CCP Spying | 2024-10-16 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | House | MI | John R. Moolenaar | M001194 | moolenaar.house.gov | moolenaar | https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Two weeks after five Chinese nationals who were studying at the University of Michigan were charged with spying on Michigan National Guard (MNG) assets at Camp Grayling more action is needed from Governor Gretchen Whitmer, the commander-in-chief of the MNG, to secure Camp Grayling and prevent espionage in Michigan. Governor Whitmer needs to: Cancel the millions of dollars in state funding for CCP-affiliated Gotion to bring 20-50 Chinese nationals to build and operate a battery component facility that is less than 100 miles from Camp Grayling. Issue a statement regarding the CCP espionage incident at Michigan’s largest military base. Answer questions about why the Michigan National Guard failed to stop the espionage from occurring. Call on the University of Michigan to end its partnership with Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU). The U-M students charged with spying were studying at U-M as part of U-M’s partnership with SJTU. SJTU is linked to the cyber-spying unit of China’s People’s Liberation Army (PLA). Call on the legislature to bar U-M from using state funding to support its joint institute with Shanghai Jiao Tong University. After federal charges were announced against the U-M students on October 2, Congressman John Moolenaar again called on Whitmer to end state funding for Gotion. He also called for the University of Michigan to shut down its joint institute with SJTU. This is the second time during Whitmer’s governorship that Chinese nationals at U-M have been caught spying on U.S. military installations. Last year, the Wall Street Journal reported the FBI is aware of over 100 incidents of Chinese nationals gate crashing at sensitive sites across the US in the past three years. When asked if the CCP would utilize the Gotion plant for this kind of espionage, Bill Evanina, the former director of the National Counterintelligence and Security Center responded, "100%." Additionally, earlier this year, Obama Defense Secretary Leon Panetta testified to Congress that the planned Gotion site would be us… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1319 | Bergman Presses DoD on Forever Chemical Cleanup in Michigan | 2024-10-15 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | House | MI | Jack Bergman | B001301 | bergman.house.gov | bergman | https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | Last week, Representative Bergman joined his Michigan colleagues in sending a bipartisan letter to the Department of Defense (DoD), requesting a comprehensive report demonstrating how the Department of Defense’s efforts to remediate harmful per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have progressed, with a particular focus on military sites and surrounding communities in Michigan. As the letter details, “PFAS chemicals remain a grave danger to the health of our constituents. Residents in Michigan communities with former and current military bases continue to suffer the consequences of their decades-long exposure to these toxic forever chemicals.” The members continued, “While we are pleased that some Interim Remedial Actions (IRA) are underway at these sites, we remain concerned about the health and well-being of residents in these communities. In 2019, members of Michigan’s congressional delegation sent a letter to then DoD Acting Inspector General Glenn Fine, requesting a review of the DoD’s use of PFAS at military sites around the country and the exposure to both military personnel and civilians living near those sites. “While we appreciate the resulting report from the DoD OIG, many questions remain unanswered. Therefore, we request an updated analysis of the DoD’s efforts to address PFAS contamination at former and current military bases that build on questions originally brought to your office’s attention in 2019.” Read the full letter here. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-detroit-news-news-article-gave-ccp-pass | Moolenaar to Detroit News: “News” Article Gave CCP a Pass | 2024-10-15 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | House | MI | John R. Moolenaar | M001194 | moolenaar.house.gov | moolenaar | https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | By Congressman John Moolenaar Chad Livengood’s recent article on electric vehicles ignored serious issues regarding the Chinese Communist Party, supply chain security, and human rights abuses while offering a case for increasing the involvement of Chinese companies in America’s auto industry that was far too optimistic. The article was also condescending to the common-sense concerns of Michigan residents. These issues affect all of us in Michigan, whether we work for an automaker or simply pay our taxes. The Chinese Communist Party seeks to increase America’s dependance on China as a way of controlling our country. In April 2020, Chinese leader Xi Jinping said, “we must tighten international production chains’ dependence on China.” Additionally, the CCP has identified battery technology as a “major technical domain” that it would like to dominate for years to come. Tragically, the EV supply chains controlled by the CCP are intertwined with human rights abuses and its genocide of a minority group known as the Uyghurs. Uyghurs are Muslims living in northwest China and the CCP has put millions of them into internment camps where they are forced into slave labor. One of the companies tied to this genocide is Gotion High-Tech, whose subsidiary wants to build a facility in the Big Rapids area. The company is receiving $715 million in state subsidies and tax breaks. Michigan residents are not misguided in their concerns about CCP-affiliated companies, and having political leaders bring a spotlight to these issues is not wrong, as Livengood seemed to suggest. In fact, more journalistic skepticism of these companies would help all Michigan residents. In the case of Gotion, for example, Livengood wrote the company will bring “2,350 jobs averaging about $51,000 a year” to Mecosta County. This contradicts his paper’s reporting from April 2023, when “Gotion has said in its application for a property tax exemption, it expects an annual average wage at the facility of $61,995.” So far, not one media outlet – including the N… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-vp-kamala-harriss-visit-michigan | Moolenaar on VP Kamala Harris’s Visit to Michigan | 2024-10-15 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | House | MI | John R. Moolenaar | M001194 | moolenaar.house.gov | moolenaar | https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Vice President Kamala Harris is expected to be in Michigan today. Her visit comes after a new Quinnipiac poll shows 57% of Michigan residents oppose the Biden-Harris polices that push Michigan residents to own electric vehicles. “Vice President Harris says she wouldn’t do anything differently than the past four years, and that means she would continue the Biden-Harris policies that push Americans toward buying cars they don't want and allow foreign adversaries to receive billions in taxpayer funding. Those policies are wrong, and they are out of touch. American companies should never have to compete with foreign adversaries receiving taxpayer funding,” said Congressman John Moolenaar. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/first-lady-jill-biden-comes-michigan-families-continue-struggle | First Lady Jill Biden Comes to Michigan as Families Continue to Struggle | 2024-10-14 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | House | MI | John R. Moolenaar | M001194 | moolenaar.house.gov | moolenaar | https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Today, First Lady Jill Biden is expected to be in Michigan. The visit comes as Michigan families continue to struggle with inflation and higher prices caused by the Biden-Harris administration’s reckless spending. “Biden-Harris policies are hurting Michigan families with higher prices for groceries, housing, and energy. The First Lady’s visit today promises more policies Michigan families cannot afford. I am working to cut wasteful federal spending and rein in inflation,” said Congressman John Moolenaar. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1318 | Bergman Secures Victory for Michigan's School Resource Officers | 2024-10-11 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | House | MI | Jack Bergman | B001301 | bergman.house.gov | bergman | https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | In response to Lansing’s $302 million cut to student mental health and safety resources in the Michigan state budget for FY 2025, Representative Jack Bergman introduced the School Resource Officer Funding Protection Act of 2024. The bill would require states to maintain or increase funding for school resource officer programs in order to remain eligible for full federal funding for elementary and secondary education. Following the introduction of this legislation, lawmakers in Lansing restored $125 million of the cut funding, with Governor Whitmer signing that funding into law yesterday. "While I'm glad our pressure campaign succeeded in forcing Governor Whitmer to restore $125 million in cut funding for student mental health and school safety, it’s hardly surprising that Democrats in Lansing exploited this bipartisan issue for political gain. Ramming the bill through without allowing any debate before the vote and with poison pills attached, they once again showed that they care more about politicizing our students rather than keeping them safe at school," Rep. Bergman stated. Read Rep. Bergman's bill here. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1315 | Bergman Urges Road Commissioners: Protect Pictured Rocks Trail Access | 2024-10-03 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | House | MI | Jack Bergman | B001301 | bergman.house.gov | bergman | https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | Today, Representative Jack Bergman sent a letter to Marci Taskey, Chair of the Board of County Road Commissioners, imploring the Alger County Road Commission (ACRC) to continue their shared usage of County Highway 58 (H-58) with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR). If the shared usage agreement expires on December 1, 2024, DNR will no longer be permitted to operate designated Snowmobile Trail No. 422 on the 0.8-mile section of roadway that it currently shares with H-58 unless a new shared usage agreement is reached with ACRC. Given the local economic impact that last winter’s drought had on the recreation and snowmobiling community, Rep. Bergman is determined to see this issue remedied. Read the full letter here or below. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://mcclain.house.gov/2024/10/mcclain-joins-effort-to-protect-u-s-businesses-from-harmful-canadian-tax | McClain Joins Effort to Protect U.S. Businesses from Harmful Canadian Tax | 2024-10-03 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | House | MI | Lisa C. McClain | M001136 | mcclain.house.gov | mcclain | https://mcclain.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – Rep. Lisa McClain (R-Mich.) joined several colleagues from the Michigan Congressional Delegation this week in a letter to the Biden Administration pressing for a direct response to Canada’s recent enactment of a digital services tax (DST) against U.S. companies. The 3% discriminatory DST threatens to harm American workers and businesses and is a potential breach of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). “The USMCA created a prosperous and free-flowing economic environment in North America, where commerce was able to cross borders without unwarranted restrictions,” said McClain. “The DST implemented by Canada not only threatens our trade agreement, but it will cause unnecessary harm to already struggling businesses and consumers. As one of our closest trade partners, I strongly urge them to rethink this action.” The United States Trade Representative has recently requested dispute settlement consultations with the Canadian government to address these concerns. The letter was also signed by Reps. Dan Kildee (MI-08), Bill Huizenga (MI-04), Elissa Slotkin (MI-07), Hillary Scholten (MI-03), and John Moolenaar (MI-02). To read the full letter, click here. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/fbi-charges-chinese-nationals-spying-camp-grayling | FBI Charges Chinese Nationals with Spying at Camp Grayling | 2024-10-02 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | House | MI | John R. Moolenaar | M001194 | moolenaar.house.gov | moolenaar | https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Today, the Detroit News reported the FBI has charged five Chinese nationals who studied at the University of Michigan with espionage related charges. The five individuals are accused of taking photos of military equipment at Camp Grayling. While the students were taking photos, the Michigan Army National Guard was hosting training for the Taiwanese military. “This case shows once again that CCP espionage can happen anywhere in America and we must be vigilant. The CCP obviously has an interest in Camp Grayling and this is further evidence it would be a mistake for Michigan leaders to allow Gotion to build in our state. State funding for Gotion’s plan to bring Chinese nationals to Mecosta County is an open invitation for further spying on Camp Grayling. For national security reasons, Governor Whitmer and the legislature must revoke state funding for Gotion immediately," said Congressman John Moolenaar. “Additionally, as chairman of the Select Committee on China, my committee recently issued a report on research security at our nation’s universities. All of our nation’s universities must shut down their joint institutes with Chinese universities, and enact stricter guardrails on emerging technology research. American universities must realize they are a target for espionage and protect the critical taxpayer-funded research they do,” he continued. Last month, Moolenaar along with Chairwoman Virginia Foxx of the Committee on Education and Workforce released a report on research security at American universities. The five Chinese nationals charged with espionage were students at the University of Michigan through the schools joint partnership with Shanghai Jiao Tong University in Shanghai. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-dingell-reintroduce-bipartisan-national-dam-and-hydropower | Moolenaar, Dingell Reintroduce Bipartisan National Dam and Hydropower Safety Legislation | 2024-10-01 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | House | MI | John R. Moolenaar | M001194 | moolenaar.house.gov | moolenaar | https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Today, Congressman John Moolenaar (R-MI) and Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) reintroduced bipartisan legislation that makes reforms and improvements to dam and hydropower safety operations and oversight in the United States. The National Dam and Hydropower Safety Improvements Act would enhance dam and hydropower safety operation requirements nationwide and aims to modernize existing infrastructure through the development of new best practices and improved communications between the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and states. Moolenaar and Dingell originally pushed for the provisions after the 2020 Edenville Dam and Sanford Dam failures in Michigan caused $200 million in damage throughout the region’s downstream communities, destroying homes, businesses, roads, and bridges. “This bipartisan legislation addresses failures in existing law and will help ensure compliance with the safety regulations that are needed to protect the American people,” said Moolenaar. “We know in Michigan that the failures of federal bureaucrats, state officials, and a negligent dam owner led to devastating consequences, and we must update the laws to prevent that from happening again.” “The 2020 breach of the Edenville and Sanford dams caused extensive damage in Michigan and its downstream communities. It drowned homes, businesses, and whole cities,” said Dingell. “It is clear there are serious gaps in existing laws that need to be addressed, and this catastrophe could have been prevented. We can never let this happen again in any city in America with a high hazard dam.” The National Dam and Hydropower Safety Improvements Act would specifically do the following: Add a new requirement to section 10 of the Federal Power Act to mandate dam and project works meet the FERC’s dam safety requirements and to require the licensee to manage, operate, and maintain the dam and project works consistent with dam safety requirements. Amend section 15 of the Federal Power Act to require FERC to issue a new license only if the Commission de… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-statement-irans-attack-israel | Moolenaar Statement on Iran’s Attack on Israel | 2024-10-01 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | House | MI | John R. Moolenaar | M001194 | moolenaar.house.gov | moolenaar | https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Today, Iran launched a series of ballistic missile attacks on Israel, escalating its effort to destroy Israel and jeopardizing the lives of millions of innocent people. “President Biden and Vice President Harris unfroze billions of dollars for Iran and Iran has used that money to fund attacks on Israel and Americans in the region. Their weakness has led to the attacks on Israel today. Their failures have completely erased the historic successes of President Trump when Iran was isolated, and Israel and the United States signed the historic Abraham Accords with key countries in the Middle East. We must unequivocally stand with Israel and never allow the terrorist Iranian regime to wipe Israel off the face of the earth,” said Congressman John Moolenaar. The Biden-Harris administration has unfrozen billions in sanctioned funds for Iran even though Iran is the largest state-sponsor of terrorist groups in the world. In April, Treasury Deputy Secretary Adewale Adeyemo admitted to Congress that, “What we’ve seen time and time from the Iranian regime, is that they fail to feed their people and they put the IRGC first," Adeyemo said. "Any dollar they have will go towards violent activity before they deal with their people.” “Amost none of the humanitarian money has been used for humanitarian purposes, because they don’t care about getting drugs and food for their people,” added Adeyemo. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://mcclain.house.gov/2024/9/macedonia-caucus-co-chairs-introduce-resolution-supporting-macedonian-american-heritage-month | Macedonia Caucus Co-Chairs Introduce Resolution Supporting Macedonian American Heritage Month | 2024-09-27 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Republican | House | MI | Lisa C. McClain | M001136 | mcclain.house.gov | mcclain | https://mcclain.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Representatives Lisa McClain (R-Mich.), Claudia Tenney (R-N.Y.), Debbie Dingell (D-Mich.), and Brendan Boyle (D-Pa.), Co-Chairs of the Congressional Macedonian Caucus, introduced a bipartisan resolution encouraging the designation of September as Macedonian American Heritage Month. The co-chairs released the following statement on the resolution’s introduction: “For centuries, Macedonians have immigrated to America to throw off the yoke of communism and embrace the freedom to achieve the ‘American dream’. Their story is now our collective American story as Macedonian Americans around the country give back to their communities as business owners, elected officials, and civic leaders. Even more, North Macedonia is a valuable strategic partner and key ally of the United States in the Balkans. Macedonian Americans’ contributions to our nation’s culture and society deserve recognition, and we encourage all Americans to join us in observing Macedonian American Heritage Month.” Full text of the resolution is available here. The Congressional Caucus on North Macedonia and Macedonian Americans is a bicameral, bipartisan group of members of Congress dedicated to maintaining and strengthening a positive and mutually beneficial relationship between the United States and North Macedonia. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://mcclain.house.gov/2024/9/mcclain-bill-to-sanction-xi-and-ccp-passes-house | McClain Bill to Sanction Xi and CCP Passes House | 2024-09-25 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Republican | House | MI | Lisa C. McClain | M001136 | mcclain.house.gov | mcclain | https://mcclain.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – With bipartisan support, the U.S. House of Representatives today approved Rep. Lisa McClain’s (R-Mich.) legislation, the Sanctioning Tyrannical and Oppressive People within the Chinese Communist Party (STOP CCP) Act. The bill imposes financial and visa sanctions on Xi Jinping and other members of the CCP. “The Chinese Communist Party is our greatest geopolitical threat and a direct danger to our democratic way of life,” said McClain. “Leveling sanctions against Xi Jinping and the CCP leadership not only addresses their heinous acts, but also targets the actual individuals who are giving the orders. While the Biden-Harris administration stands idly by, it’s time we draw a line in the sand and say, enough is enough.” The sanctions enacted by the legislation may be waived by the President only when the CCP has ceased its aggressive behavior towards Taiwan, political oppression of Hong Kong, genocide of ethnic minority groups, and attempts to steal U.S. intellectual property. The sanctions can also be waived if the sanctioned person renounces their membership in the CCP and takes steps to condemn or repair the CCP’s oppressive policies. McClain introduced the STOP CCP Act in May 2023, and the bill was approved by the House Foreign Affairs Committee in March. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/chat-chuck-new-text-messages-show-once-again-gotion-wrong-michigan | CHAT WITH CHUCK: New Text Messages Show, Once Again, That Gotion is Wrong for Michigan | 2024-09-25 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Republican | House | MI | John R. Moolenaar | M001194 | moolenaar.house.gov | moolenaar | https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | This week, text messages released in court documents revealed that Gotion Senior Vice President of North American Operations personally sought private information on one of the company’s leading critics and disparaged the critic using misogynistic language. In other text messages, the same executive attacked his company’s CEO as an “idiot.” “This is a David vs. Goliath fight and these new documents show how giant Gotion will stop at nothing to personally attack brave people in the community who raise serious concerns about the company’s ties to the Chinese Communist Party and its plans for the Big Rapids area. Is this really the kind of company the MEDC wants to give millions of dollars to? When will state leaders cut off funding for this company and its attacks on Michigan residents?” said Congressman John Moolenaar. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1312 | Bergman Leads on School Safety, Introduces Bill to Secure Resource Officer Funding | 2024-09-23 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Republican | House | MI | Jack Bergman | B001301 | bergman.house.gov | bergman | https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | Today, Representative Jack Bergman (R-MI) introduced the School Resource Officer (SRO) Funding Protection Act with original cosponsors Bill Huizenga (R-MI) and Lisa McClain (R-MI) and support of First District State Legislators, as well as law enforcement. The bill would require states to maintain funding for SRO programs at or above the amount spent in their previous fiscal year to remain eligible for full federal aid for elementary and secondary education. “The horrific epidemic of school shootings requires all of us to put people above politics and action behind words in wake of these tragedies. Lagging school safety measures aren’t going to cut it – children can’t be sitting ducks, unprotected from evil intruders due to budget cuts. My bill will ensure that states maintain a sufficient budget for school resource officers and related programs, because our children deserve to feel safe and be protected,” Representative Bergman stated. State Senator John Damoose noted, “We have all seen the devastation caused by school violence and a spiraling mental health crisis amongst our kids. Cutting funding for school resource officers and mental health care was just plain irresponsible. I applaud Congressman Jack Bergman for taking the lead to protect our kids and doing the job our state legislature should have done in the first place.” State Senator Michelle Hoitenga asserted, "When Democrats in Lansing slashed school safety funding, they put Michigan’s students and teachers at risk. Congressman Bergman's School Resource Office Funding Protection Act would safeguard our students and staff, by investing in the security and well-being of our children." “Unbelievable that at a time our students need more support, the Democratic leadership in Lansing removed over 90% of the funding for mental health support in our schools. We need to support our kids. This legislative proposal by Rep. Bergman will provide important checks and balances at the federal level to ensure our children are safe at school,” said State Representa… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/biden-harris-must-do-more-protect-americans-ccp-auto-threats | Biden & Harris Must Do More To Protect Americans From CCP Auto Threats | 2024-09-23 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Republican | House | MI | John R. Moolenaar | M001194 | moolenaar.house.gov | moolenaar | https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Today, the Biden administration proposed a new rule which would ban US automakers from selling vehicles with components produced by the Chinese Communist Party. “Today’s rule from the Biden-Harris team fails to do enough to protect Michigan workers and the American people from CCP threats to our auto industry. While the administration has concluded Chinese auto components and software are a national security threat, Biden and Harris must now stop their giveaway of taxpayer dollars to CCP-affiliated companies. They should support my NO GOTION Act, which will stop Chinese companies from collecting billions of dollars from American taxpayers. Finally, while Biden and Harris talk tough on China, their EV rules play into the hands of the CCP, and make our auto industry dependent on supply chains controlled by China. They must end those rules and let American autoworkers innovate,” said John Moolenaar, the chairman of the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-votes-against-biden-harris-ev-mandate | Moolenaar Votes Against the Biden-Harris EV Mandate | 2024-09-20 | 2024 | 2024-09 | 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 legislation that repeals the Biden-Harris administration’s emissions rules that set a goal of having two-thirds of new cars sold in the U.S. be electric vehicles by 2032. “President Biden and Vice President Harris are attempting to force the production of electric vehicles the American people do not want. This hurts Michigan’s auto companies and everyone who works in our auto industry. It also plays right into the hands of the Chinese Communist Party’s plans to dominate the EV supply chain. Biden and Harris must end this policy because it hurts Michigan jobs and creates an unfair playing field for Michigan workers,” said Moolenaar. Demand for EVs has slowed recently, and automakers have delayed and scaled back their EV plan, according to CNBC. Ford recently ended the development of an all-electric SUV, saying consumers want hybrids. Moolenaar is a co-sponsor of H.J. Res. 136. The resolution was adopted by the House of Representatives, 215 to 191. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases/walberg-votes-block-biden-harris-ev-mandate | Walberg Votes to Block Biden-Harris EV Mandate | 2024-09-20 | 2024 | 2024-09 | 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) issued the following statement after he supported Rep. John James' resolution to block the Biden-Harris tailpipe emissions rule. “Across southern Michigan, few issues are as unpopular as the Biden-Harris EV mandates that continue to be pushed," said Rep. Walberg. "Michiganders understand the Biden-Harris administration continues to issue unrealistic benchmarks forcing automakers to make more and more EVs, and consumers would rather have the choice to buy whatever car suits them best. With bipartisan support, we passed my CARS Act last December, and today, we passed John James' legislation to block this Biden-Harris de facto mandate. The auto industry’s future should be forged through innovation in Michigan, not by edicts from bureaucrats in Washington.” Rep. Walberg's remarks during the floor debate can be viewed here. Background on Walberg's Efforts to Block De Facto EV Mandates August 2024: Rep. Walberg (R-MI) led 64 House colleagues in introducing a Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution of disapproval to nullify the Biden-Harris National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) rule titled “Corporate Average Fuel Economy Standards for Passenger Cars and Light Trucks for Model Years 2027-2032 and Fuel Efficiency Standards for Heavy-Duty Pickup Trucks and Vans for Model Years 2030-2035." June 2024: The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) finalized a rule, “Corporate Average Fuel Economy Standards for Passenger Cars and Light Trucks for Model Years 2027 and Beyond and Fuel Efficiency Standards for Heavy-Duty Pickup Trucks and Vans for Model Years 2030 and Beyond." On March 20, 2024, The EPA finalized the rule titled “Multi-Pollutant Emissions Standards for Model Year 2027 and Later Light-Duty and Medium-Duty Vehicles.” January 2024: Rep. Walberg (R-MI), Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) and Sen. Mike Crapo (R-ID) led a bicameral coalition of 120 colleagues in sending a letter calling on NHTSA Deputy Administrator, Sophie Shulman, to rescind… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1313 | Bergman: Harris-Biden Attack on Energy Pipelines Catastrophic for Midwest Families | 2024-09-19 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Republican | House | MI | Jack Bergman | B001301 | bergman.house.gov | bergman | https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | Today, Representative Jack Bergman spoke in the House Budget Committee about the dangers of the Harris – Biden Administration’s attack on pipelines, such as the Keystone XL and Line 5 in Michigan’s First District. Bergman noted that “Line 5’s closure would result in higher gas prices for the Midwest region, likely around 20 cents a gallon minimum.” Up to 65% of the Upper Peninsula’s propane demand is supplied by Line 5, and over 55% of the entire state of Michigan’s propane demand is supplied by the pipeline. Bergman later emphasized, “At a time when Americans can barely make ends meet, the Harris-Biden anti-pipeline agenda is absolutely devastating to families in Michigan’s First District. The Administration has waged war on producers and pipelines. If they got their way, over 65% of Yoopers would not have a proper propane supply this winter." Those testifying outlined that a pipeline closure would not only have devastating effects on middle-class workers, but also have a direct impact on heating costs, fuel costs, and industrial jobs. Watch the full video here. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-statement-reported-investment-michigan | Moolenaar Statement on Reported Investment in Michigan | 2024-09-19 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Republican | House | MI | John R. Moolenaar | M001194 | moolenaar.house.gov | moolenaar | https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | This week, the Detroit News reported that the state of Michigan is considering a massive incentive package for the construction of a semiconductor manufacturing facility in the state. “State officials have reportedly identified an American company to partner with for a project in Michigan. They should have been focused on attracting American companies from the start, instead of giving taxpayer dollars to CCP-affiliated companies including Gotion. Now is the perfect time for them to correct their mistake and end state support for Gotion,” said Congressman John Moolenaar. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://mcclain.house.gov/2024/9/mcclain-named-guardian-of-small-business-by-nfib | McClain Named ‘Guardian of Small Business’ by NFIB | 2024-09-18 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Republican | House | MI | Lisa C. McClain | M001136 | mcclain.house.gov | mcclain | https://mcclain.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – Rep. Lisa McClain (R-Mich.) was recognized today as a 2024 “Guardian of Small Business” by the National Federation of Independent Business for her small business advocacy at the federal level. Award eligibility is determined by voting record, bill sponsorship, and support on behalf of small businesses. “I am proud to receive this honor as I continue to fight for our small businesses in Washington,” said McClain. “Small businesses are innovators, trailblazers, and even contribute to our national defense. I will continue to be a champion for our business community and fight for policy solutions and regulatory reform that fosters entrepreneurship and gets the government out of their way.” In Michigan, over 908,000 small businesses make up 99 percent of all businesses and employ 1.9 million Michiganders. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-dingell-bill-stop-deadly-tb-outbreaks-passes-committee | Moolenaar, Dingell Bill to Stop Deadly TB Outbreaks Passes Committee | 2024-09-18 | 2024 | 2024-09 | 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’s bipartisan bill, H.R. 7188, The Shandra Eisenga Human Cell and Tissue Product Safety Act, was passed by the House Committee on Energy and Commerce in a 40-0 vote. The legislation would require the Department of Health and Human Services to conduct research and education campaigns to prevent outbreaks of tuberculosis (TB) from infected human cell and tissue products. Additionally, the bill requires the Food and Drug Administration to update critical guidance for tissue product providers. “I am grateful my legislation in honor of Shandra Eisenga passed the Committee on Energy and Commerce today with strong bipartisan support. This legislation will honor her legacy and help stop preventable TB deaths from happening again. I encourage my colleagues to pass the Shandra Eisenga Human Cell and Tissue Product Safety Act,” said Moolenaar. “Shandra Eisenga’s death was a preventable tragedy, and we’ve seen far too many people lose their lives due to tuberculosis infection from bone graft material," said Dingell. "I am thankful this bill passed Committee on a bipartisan basis. We must do more to increase awareness of the risks of human cell and tissue product transplants and implement additional safeguards to protect patients from the dangers of these infections." Moolenaar’s bipartisan legislation was introduced in response to the death of Shandra Eisenga on August 10, 2023, due to a tuberculosis infection that occurred through an infected bone graft. Eisenga was one of 36 patients in seven states to contract TB after receiving a bone graft from an infected donor in 2023. Moolenaar’s bill is co-led by Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI), a member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-votes-protect-women-deport-criminal-illegal-immigrants | Moolenaar Votes to Protect Women, Deport Criminal Illegal Immigrants | 2024-09-18 | 2024 | 2024-09 | 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 legislation to protect women and children from violence by making any illegal immigrant convicted of sexual assault deportable and inadmissible for re-entry into the United States. “Kamala Harris and Joe Biden created a crisis at our southern border, allowing over 10 million illegal immigrants into our country. Tragically, thousands of these illegal aliens have attacked innocent women and girls. This bill is common sense, and it will ensure perpetrators are held responsible for their crimes, deported, and unable to return to America,” said Moolenaar. According to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, 4,390 non-citizens were arrested for sexual assault in 2023. The Violence Against Women by Illegal Aliens Act passed the House of Representatives 266 to 158. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases/walbergs-coppa-20-advanced-committee | Walberg's COPPA 2.0 Advanced by Committee | 2024-09-18 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Republican | House | MI | Tim Walberg | W000798 | walberg.house.gov | walberg | https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. -- Today, the House Energy & Commerce Committee voted to advance Children and Teens’ Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA 2.0), comprehensive children's online privacy reform introduced by Reps. Tim Walberg (R-MI) and Kathy Castor (D-FL). “The bipartisan COPPA 2.0 is the product of years of work, and today’s passage out of the Energy & Commerce Committee is a massive step forward toward bolstering desperately needed privacy protections for children and teens online,” said Rep. Walberg. “I thank my colleagues on Energy & Commerce for their efforts and we will continue working to improve the bill and give young people the protections they need.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1311 | Bergman-Backed Bill Protects Infertility Treatments | 2024-09-17 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Republican | House | MI | Jack Bergman | B001301 | bergman.house.gov | bergman | https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | This week, Representative Jack Bergman cosponsored H.R. 8821, the Helping to Optimize Patients’ Experience (HOPE) with Fertility Services Act, a bipartisan bill which would expand private insurance coverage for infertility treatment. The commonsense bipartisan legislation would ensure that infertility would be covered by insurance like any disease, so that families who struggle to have children would not also have to struggle financially to afford IVF treatments. "Every child is a gift from God and every woman struggling with infertility should have affordable access to treatments. As a father and grandfather of ten, I place a high value on that gift of life. I’m proud to cosponsor this legislation which comes with broad bipartisan support, because the family is the strongest unit in our country and I will continue to do everything I can to support them,” Rep. Bergman stated. The HOPE with Fertility Services Act provides that people who struggle with infertility can have access to infertility treatments, including IVF, if: 1) They are diagnosed with infertility; 2) Or they have "unexplained infertility" - which means they've tried unsuccessfully to have children for at least 12 months or more; 3) Or they have iatrogenic infertility or anticipated infertility due to a course of treatment for another ailment such as undergoing chemotherapy for cancer. Read the full text of the bill here. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://mcclain.house.gov/2024/9/mcclain-announces-funding-award-to-improve-richmond-water-infrastructure | McClain Announces Funding Award to Improve Richmond Water Infrastructure | 2024-09-16 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Republican | House | MI | Lisa C. McClain | M001136 | mcclain.house.gov | mcclain | https://mcclain.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – Today, Rep. Lisa McClain (R-Mich.) announced that the City of Richmond, Michigan will receive $943,000 for the Main Street Water Main Replacement Project through the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). “It is a privilege to fight for communities like Richmond every day in Washington, and I am pleased to help bring home significant funding for the city to improve their water infrastructure,” said McClain. “This project will revitalize Richmond’s water mains, provide clean drinking water, and secure the longevity of the city's infrastructure for decades to come.” “The Richmond City Council sincerely thanks Congresswoman Lisa McClain for her outstanding efforts in securing federal funding for essential water main improvements in our city,” said Tim Rix, Richmond City Mayor. “Her leadership and dedication to our community's infrastructure are greatly appreciated and will have a lasting positive impact.” “The federal funding provided by Congresswoman Lisa McClain will provide much needed resources to replace a water main underneath Main Street that dates back to 1916,” said Jon Moore, Richmond City Manager. “Her support is crucial in being able to upgrade our infrastructure while minimizing the disruption to the public.” The funding for the project was secured in the FY 2023 Consolidated Appropriations Act and will assist the city in replacing the water main under M-19, which has a history of breaks. The funding was awarded from the EPA’s STAG – Drinking Water State Revolving Fund. In FY 2023, Congress appropriated 715 water infrastructure projects, totaling $1.47 billion. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1308 | Bergman Announces 2024 Congressional App Challenge | 2024-09-13 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Republican | House | MI | Jack Bergman | B001301 | bergman.house.gov | bergman | https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | Each year, the Office of Rep. Jack Bergman hosts the Congressional App Challenge. This is an annual coding competition designed to encourage student participation in computer science and coding and an opportunity for students to compete against their peers by creating an application (app). The competition winners are chosen by a panel of expert judges and will be featured on CongressionalAppChallenge.us. The Congressional App Challenge is open to all middle and high school students in Michigan's First District. Congressional App Challenge winners’ apps are displayed on the Congressional App Challenge page and are also eligible to be featured in the Capitol building - a lasting reminder of the importance of inspiring students to apply their skills for the good of their community and to help technologically advance our society as a whole. To learn more contact Lauren.Pauly@mail.house.gov or click here. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://mcclain.house.gov/2024/9/mcclain-votes-to-end-tax-subsidies-to-chinese-car-companies | McClain Votes to End Tax Subsidies to Chinese Car Companies | 2024-09-12 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Republican | House | MI | Lisa C. McClain | M001136 | mcclain.house.gov | mcclain | https://mcclain.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – Rep. Lisa McClain (R-Mich.) today voted in favor of H.R. 7980, the End Chinese Dominance of Electric Vehicles in America Act of 2024, to stop the Chinese Communist Party from receiving American taxpayer dollars from electric vehicle subsidies created by the ironically named Biden-Harris Inflation Reduction Act. “The Chinese Communist Party is reaping the benefits of Americans’ hard-earned money thanks to loopholes created by bureaucrats in the Biden-Harris Administration,” said McClain. “The Administration’s disastrous EV mandates and policies are costing auto workers their jobs and we cannot continue to allow foreign nations to earn subsidies while threatening the American auto industry.” The End Chinese Dominance of Electric Vehicles in America Act of 2024: Amends the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exclude vehicles with batteries that contain materials sourced from foreign entities of concern (FEOC) from the clean vehicle credit. Requires the Treasury Department to follow the same definition of FEOC as the Commerce Department. Closes loopholes created by the Inflation Reduction Act that enrich Chinese business owners by allowing them to directly receive American tax dollars if they invest in EV projects. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-votes-end-tax-credit-available-chinese-made-evs-america | Moolenaar Votes to End Tax Credit Available for Chinese-Made EVs in America | 2024-09-12 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Republican | House | MI | John R. Moolenaar | M001194 | moolenaar.house.gov | moolenaar | https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Today, the House of Representatives passed H.R. 7980, the End Chinese Dominance of Electric Vehicles in America Act. The legislation would tighten the Foreign Entity of Concern (FEOC) definition for the 30D electric vehicle tax credit that goes to consumers and make vehicles from Chinese companies ineligible for the credit. Congressman John Moolenaar voted for the legislation and spoke on the House floor during debate. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1307 | Bergman Fights for Transparency for Michigan Veterans | 2024-09-11 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Republican | House | MI | Jack Bergman | B001301 | bergman.house.gov | bergman | https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | Yesterday, Representative Bergman emphasized the need for transparency from the Biden Administration during a House Veteran Affairs Committee hearing. Recently, the Biden Administration’s VA has been partnering with Democrat voting areas in Michigan in an alleged push to register more Veterans to vote. However, as Rep. Bergman noted, the process has been rife with suspicious activity. Read Rep. Bergman’s remarks below or watch the full video of his statement here. “I wholeheartedly support efforts to improve voter registration and participation, especially among our Veterans. As I tell many of the constituents I meet with – I don’t care who you vote for, as long as you vote. “I’m proud to represent the district that had the highest voter turnout last election, with nearly 390,000 voters showing up to the polls in 2022. However, when federal dollars and employees are involved in voter registration, full transparency is an absolute necessity. And much of VA’s implementation of Executive Order 14019 has raised red flags to those of us on the committee. “This VA voter registry program is seemingly focusing entirely on a key swing state, with sites exclusively placed in heavily Democrat voting areas, and administered in cooperation with a Michigan Secretary of State that has been vocally opposed to one of the presidential candidates. “Any appearance of potential political bias must be thoroughly examined and explained so we can be certain that public resources are not being used for partisan gain. “There are several critical questions that remain unanswered despite the committee’s work and requests for information so far: · Why was Michigan the only state selected for this program? · Why have VA voter registry sites only been rolled out in Detroit and Saginaw, and not in facilities like Iron Mountain? · How are VA employees being trained and communicating with voters? · And just as importantly – are these new operations at all hindering VA’s ability to deliver care to Michigan’s Veterans? “The documents bei… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-ryan-james-introduce-patriot-week-resolution | Moolenaar, Ryan, James Introduce Patriot Week Resolution | 2024-09-11 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Republican | House | MI | John R. Moolenaar | M001194 | moolenaar.house.gov | moolenaar | https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Today, Congressman John Moolenaar, along with Congressmen Pat Ryan (D-NY), and John James (R-MI) introduced legislation to designate September 11 through September 17, 2024 as Patriot Week. The bipartisan resolution has previously been introduced by Moolenaar. "Patriot Week honors the founding principles of our nation, our Constitution, and the victims of the horrific 9/11 terrorist attacks," said Moolenaar. "I am proud to introduce legislation establishing Patriot Week, to encourage Americans to learn about our history, celebrate our freedoms, and revere those who were lost to terrorism." “Congressman James and I were in our second year at West Point on 9/11. We swore to never forget the heroes we lost that day, and now, alongside Congressman Moolenaar, we’re putting those words into action,” said Congressman Ryan. “In the weeks and months that followed 9/11, Americans demonstrated remarkable unity, compassion, and a reclaimed patriotism that illuminated one of our darkest hours and embodied the best of humanity. As we honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice that day, let’s recommit to the bonds we share as Americans – love for our country and one another.” “When our nation was attacked on 9/11, I was a cadet at West Point. My class was the first to know that we were going to war after graduation day. I served in Operation Iraqi Freedom and if given the chance, I’d do it all over again. This country is worth fighting and sacrificing for and I am deeply proud to support this resolution establishing Patriot Week from September 11th to the 17th. Our nation’s rich history and enduring values deserve to be honored and celebrated. America is the greatest country in human history, and it is our duty to uphold these values for generations to come,” said Congressman James. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-votes-legislation-increasing-scrutiny-farmland-purchases | Moolenaar Votes for Legislation Increasing Scrutiny of Farmland Purchases | 2024-09-11 | 2024 | 2024-09 | 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 H.R. 9456, the Protecting American Agriculture from Foreign Adversaries Act. The legislation would increase oversight in purchases of American farmland by CCP-affiliated organizations near military bases, and the ability of the federal government to block such purchases. "There is no world in which the Chinese Communist Party would allow Americans to buy vast swaths of farmland next to its military bases. We need to protect our farmland and ensure our largest adversary cannot own land near sensitive U.S. military bases," said Moolenaar. Moolenaar spoke in support of the legislation when it was debated on the House floor today. His remarks can be viewed here. H.R. 9456 passed the House of Representatives 269 to 149. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1306 | Bergman, Miller-Meeks, Kiggans Introduce No Wrong Door for Veterans Act | 2024-09-10 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Republican | House | MI | Jack Bergman | B001301 | bergman.house.gov | bergman | https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | U.S. Representatives Jack Bergman (MI-01), Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-01), and Jen Kiggans (VA-02) introduced the No Wrong Door for Veterans Act. The bill reauthorizes the Fox Grant Program for three years to provide community-based mental health organizations grant funding to increase access to mental health care, support, and suicide prevention services for Veterans in the communities where they live. “As we enter National Suicide Awareness month for September, I’m proud to introduce this potentially life-saving bill,” said Rep. Bergman. “Our Veterans who suffer from the invisible wounds of their service to our Nation should never have to suffer alone. I’ll continue to do everything within my ability to stop Veteran suicide and this legislation is one key step in that direction.” “As a 24-year Veteran, I have seen the challenges that many of my fellow servicemembers and veterans face, both in uniform and as they adjust to life back in their communities,” said Rep. Miller-Meeks. “It is a sad realization that an average 17 Veterans lose their lives to suicide every day. One death alone from suicide is one too many. It is imperative that we continue to work on solutions such as the Staff Sergeant Parker Gordon Fox Suicide Prevention Grant Program to give Veterans and their family members the support that they so desperately need and deserve.” “As the daughter of a Veteran, the wife of a Veteran, a mother to future Veterans, and a Veteran myself, I know how important it is for servicemembers to have access to mental health resources when they transition to civilian life,” said Rep. Kiggans. “Tragically, close to 17 Veterans take their own lives every day. That’s why I worked with Congresswoman Miller-Meeks to introduce the No Wrong Door for Veterans Act, to ensure mental health organizations have the funding and ability to care for Veterans who need it most. We owe an incredible debt to those who fought for our freedoms, and we have the responsibility to provide them with the support they deserve. I urge our c… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://mcclain.house.gov/2024/9/mcclain-honors-13-fallen-heroes-at-congressional-gold-medal-ceremony | McClain Honors 13 Fallen Heroes at Congressional Gold Medal Ceremony | 2024-09-10 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Republican | House | MI | Lisa C. McClain | M001136 | mcclain.house.gov | mcclain | https://mcclain.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – Today, Rep. Lisa McClain (R-Mich.) joined congressional leaders at a ceremony to posthumously award the Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 U.S. military service members who were killed during the final days of the Afghanistan withdrawal. McClain was the lead sponsor in the House on the legislation awarding the Medal. “13 brave men and women paid the ultimate price due to a senseless attack, and I wanted to ensure that our service members' sacrifice was not in vain,” said McClain. “Today, we pay tribute to the 13 lives lost at Abbey Gate with the Congressional Gold Medal and continue to keep their families and all who loved them in our prayers. Theirs is the epitome of selfless service, and a grateful nation honors them.” “The House of Representatives is grateful to Congresswoman Lisa McClain for leading the legislation to posthumously award the 13 American servicemembers lost in the Kabul Airport terrorist attack the Congressional Gold Medal,” said Speaker Johnson. “Her great work will help ensure the heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice at Abbey Gate receive the highest honor that Congress can bestow.” Background: On August 26, 2021, an ISIS-K suicide bomber attacked the Hamid Karzai International Airport, tragically leaving 13 U.S. service members dead. The Congressional Gold Medal, Congress’s highest honor, is an expression of national appreciation for distinguished achievements and contributions. Each medal honors a particular individual, institution, or event. Watch Rep. McClain’s full remarks at the ceremony here. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/gotion-hides-transparency-again | Gotion Hides From Transparency, Again | 2024-09-10 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Republican | House | MI | John R. Moolenaar | M001194 | moolenaar.house.gov | moolenaar | https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Today, Gotion Inc. argued in court that its CEO should not have to testify in legal proceedings between the giant CCP-affiliated company and the small town of 1,400 people it is suing. This goes against the previous statement of Gotion’s Vice President of North American Manufacturing who promised in May that “Gotion will be a center for transparency of fact sharing.” “This Gotion deal has involved secrecy every step of the way – with MEDC using non-disclosure agreements and now Gotion trying to block Green Township from questioning the company's CEO. This CCP-affiliated company continues to force itself onto a community that does not want it. State and local leaders should end this project for good and allow the healing to begin,” said Jacob Huner, press secretary for Congressman John Moolenaar. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://mcclain.house.gov/2024/9/media-advisory-mcclain-to-speak-at-congressional-gold-medal-ceremony-honoring-13-service-members-killed-at-abbey-gate | Media Advisory: McClain to Speak at Congressional Gold Medal Ceremony Honoring 13 Service Members Killed at Abbey Gate | 2024-09-09 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Republican | House | MI | Lisa C. McClain | M001136 | mcclain.house.gov | mcclain | https://mcclain.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – Tomorrow, Sept. 10, 2024, Rep. Lisa McClain (R-Mich.) will join congressional leaders at a ceremony to posthumously award the Congressional Gold Medal honoring the 13 American service members killed in the Abbey Gate terrorist attack on August 26, 2021, in Kabul, Afghanistan. The families of the 13 fallen service members will be present at the ceremony. McClain was the lead sponsor in the House on the legislation awarding the Medal. WHO: Rep. Lisa McClain and Congressional Leaders WHAT: Remarks and Presentation of Congressional Gold Medal WHEN: Tuesday, September 10, 2024, 11 a.m. ET WHERE: The Rotunda of the U.S Capitol | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/cardona-fails-michigan-parents-and-students | Cardona Fails Michigan Parents and Students | 2024-09-05 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Republican | House | MI | John R. Moolenaar | M001194 | moolenaar.house.gov | moolenaar | https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Today, Education Secretary Miguel Cardona is in Michigan to talk about the Biden-Harris administration’s unconstitutional program to transfer student loan debt to taxpayers. "Secretary Cardona has led the Biden-Harris administration’s unconstitutional program to force Michigan workers who never went to college to pay the debts of those who did. It is unfair and it is against the law. The Biden-Harris plan is a failure for parents and students," said Congressman John Moolenaar. Last year, the Supreme Court ruled 6-3 to halt the Biden-Harris plan to transfer student loan debt to taxpayers. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://mcclain.house.gov/2024/8/rep-mcclain-launches-investigation-into-biden-harris-pressure-campaign-to-remove-age-minimums-for-gender-reassignment-surgery | McClain Launches Investigation into Biden-Harris Pressure Campaign to Remove Age Minimums for Gender Reassignment Surgery | 2024-08-27 | 2024 | 2024-08 | Republican | House | MI | Lisa C. McClain | M001136 | mcclain.house.gov | mcclain | https://mcclain.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON—Today, Rep. Lisa McClain (R-Mich.) and Chairman James Comer announced the Committee on Oversight and Accountability issued a notice of investigation to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) regarding interference by Biden-Harris Administration officials to eliminate age recommendations for pediatric gender reassignment surgeries. “Removing age recommendations for gender reassignment surgery isn’t just biologically questionable, it's outright repulsive,” said McClain. “Chairman Comer and I will leave no stone unturned as we get to the bottom of this troubling report. The Biden-Harris Administration’s shameless pressure campaign to please the radical left is placing our children in harm's way.” To read the full letter, click here. Background: | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:36:13Z |
| https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/gotion-needs-show-its-math | Gotion Needs To Show Its Math | 2024-08-27 | 2024 | 2024-08 | Republican | House | MI | John R. Moolenaar | M001194 | moolenaar.house.gov | moolenaar | https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | "Reporters covering the Gotion story must ask the company to show its work. The company says it will create 2,350 jobs and have a payroll of $106 million. That’s $45,106 a job, which is well below the $61,995 average annual wage the company previously promised the state legislature when it asked for millions of dollars in taxpayer support. The company, which is the wrong business partner for Michigan, and routinely misleads Michigan residents about its connections to the Chinese Communist Party, should show its math for everyone to see,” said Jacob Huner, press secretary for Congressman John Moolenaar. Citations | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:36:13Z |
| https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1305 | Bergman to Biden Admin: Protect Michigan Cherry Farmers | 2024-08-19 | 2024 | 2024-08 | Republican | House | MI | Jack Bergman | B001301 | bergman.house.gov | bergman | https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | Last week, Representative Jack Bergman led a letter to Department of Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack requesting support for Michigan cherry farmers during this time of crop loss due to high rainfall. The letter was also signed by Michigan Representatives Walberg, Huizenga, and Moolenaar. The members underscored to the Biden Administration that abnormally high rainfall in western lower Michigan is negatively impacting sweet cherry production, which inspired Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s disaster declaration request. The letter stated, in part, “We have heard from farmers in our districts that have seen near total cherry crop loss. The higher-than-average rainfall has led to an increase in Spotted Wing Drosphilia and fungi like Cherry Leaf Spot and American Brown Rot. Taken together these pests and diseases have decimated cherry production in Michigan.” Rep. Bergman requested that the USDA Farm Services Agency data from its county-by-county surveys be used to promptly provide resources for Michigan farmers once it becomes available, to “ensure Michigan - the #1 cherry producing state in the U.S. - can continue to supply American families with the high-quality Michigan cherries that they love.” Read the full letter here. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:36:13Z |
| https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases/walberg-bilirakis-castor-trahan-lead-bipartisan-letter-meta-illicit-drug | Walberg, Bilirakis, Castor, Trahan Lead Bipartisan Letter to Meta on Illicit Drug Advertisements | 2024-08-15 | 2024 | 2024-08 | Republican | House | MI | Tim Walberg | W000798 | walberg.house.gov | walberg | https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. -- Reps. Tim Walberg (R-MI), Gus Bilirakis (R-FL), Kathy Castor (D-FL), and Lori Trahan (D-MA) led 15 of their colleagues in sending a letter to Meta expressing deep concerns with recent reports of hundreds of illicit drug advertisements on their platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, Messenger, and WhatsApp. In the letter, Walberg and his colleagues write: "We are particularly concerned about the impact these advertisements have on children and teenagers. In 2022, an average of 22 minors, ages 14 to 18, died in the U.S. each week from drug overdoses. This is driven not by an increase in illicit drug use, but rather by the contents of drugs becoming deadlier due to the influx of fentanyl into the United States. Fentanyl is often found in counterfeit oxycodone, benzodiazepines, and other prescription pills – all of which have been found on your platforms, including in advertisements." The letter continues: "Meta appears to have continued to shirk its social responsibility and defy its own community guidelines. Protecting users online, especially children and teenagers, is one of our top priorities. We are continuously concerned that Meta is not up to the task and this dereliction of duty needs to be addressed.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:36:13Z |
| https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-vp-harris-disaster-michigan-families | Moolenaar: VP Harris Is a Disaster for Michigan Families | 2024-08-07 | 2024 | 2024-08 | Republican | House | MI | John R. Moolenaar | M001194 | moolenaar.house.gov | moolenaar | https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Today, Vice President Kamala Harris is expected to visit Detroit. Her policies in office alongside President Biden have made life more difficult for Michigan families. In 2021, Harris broke a tie in the Senate to advance the $1.9 trillion "American Rescue Plan," and in 2022, she cast the deciding vote to pass the $1 trillion so-called “Inflation Reduction Act.” Under her and Biden’s policies, prices have risen over 20%. “Vice President Harris is responsible for trillions of dollars in wasteful spending and the painful inflation hurting Michigan families. Parents and seniors are struggling to make ends meet and they see the results of her failures every time they pay their bills or go to the grocery store,” said Congressman John Moolenaar. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:36:13Z |
| https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1303 | Bergman Leads 60 Members in Letter to Highlight New Groundbreaking Therapy, Stop Veteran Suicide | 2024-08-05 | 2024 | 2024-08 | Republican | House | MI | Jack Bergman | B001301 | bergman.house.gov | bergman | https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | On Friday, Representative Jack Bergman (MI-01) and 60 other Members of the House of Representatives sent a bipartisan letter to President Biden and administration officials highlighting the need for new treatments for PTSD and the promise of MDMA-Assisted Therapy (MDMA-AT) to prevent suicide among Veterans. The letter, which was co-led by Reps. Bergman, Correa (CA-46), Luttrell (TX-08) and Panetta (CA-19), also urges the FDA to follow scientific evidence when making its approval decision on MDMA-AT, which is expected within the next week. MDMA-AT has shown incredible promise, with 71% of phase-three trial participants no longer meeting a PTSD diagnosis after three eight-hour sessions of MDMA-AT. Moreover, 86.5% of participants experienced “clinically significant” improvements in their PTSD symptoms. These results are more than double that of the current best treatment for PTSD. Unfortunately, the FDA approval process has been hindered by outside groups that have been on a mission to discredit this promising treatment at all costs. While hearing from the public is an important part of the process to approve a new drug, biased anecdotes should not be valued over the data from scientific trials – especially when rejection would come at the cost of the lives of our servicemembers and Veterans. The letter states, in part: “Thousands of Veterans suffering from PTSD continue to take their lives each year. Current treatments clearly are not working well enough, and our Veterans can no longer wait. If the data and evidence show that MDMA-AT is safe and effective at relieving the suffering that many Veterans face, then we owe it to them and the millions of others who are living with PTSD to make this treatment option available to them.” To read the letter in its entirety, click HERE. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:36:13Z |
| https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1302 | Bergman Introduces Bill to Bolster Individual Liberty | 2024-08-02 | 2024 | 2024-08 | Republican | House | MI | Jack Bergman | B001301 | bergman.house.gov | bergman | https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | Today, Representative Jack Bergman introduced the American Community Survey (ACS) Choice Act, a bill which prevents Americans from being harassed if they choose to not complete the American Community Survey. “Throughout my time in Congress I’ve heard from constituents who were being harassed by federal workers or threatened with legal action for choosing to not complete the American Community Survey. The ACS Choice Act will take the commonsense step of allowing those who don’t wish to provide such unnecessary personal information to the federal government to opt out without the fear of fines or other repercussions. We must protect individual liberty at the expense of the government’s thumb – not the other way around,” Rep. Bergman said. The U.S. Census – completed every 10 years – is an important, constitutionally-mandated process that is used to determine congressional districts and allocate federal spending. The ACS, however, is a separate, longer survey sent to a sample of more than 3 million households every year and includes far more specific and personal questions, taking roughly four times as long to complete as the decennial Census. Federal law states that those who refuse to complete the ACS will face a fine of up to $100. However, the Census Bureau has not actually fined or prosecuted anyone for failing to respond to a survey since 1970 – making this a toothless threat used to pressure participation. The ACS Choice Act takes the commonsense step of removing the penalty for refusing to complete the American Community Survey. It will not alter the requirement to complete the 10-year Census, nor remove the penalties for providing intentionally incorrect answers. Read the full text of the bill here. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:36:13Z |
| https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases/walberg-leads-house-opposition-latest-biden-harris-ev-mandate | Walberg Leads House Opposition to Latest Biden-Harris EV Mandate | 2024-08-02 | 2024 | 2024-08 | 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) led 64 House colleagues in introducing a Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution of disapproval to nullify the Biden-Harris National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) rule titled “Corporate Average Fuel Economy Standards for Passenger Cars and Light Trucks for Model Years 2027-2032 and Fuel Efficiency Standards for Heavy-Duty Pickup Trucks and Vans for Model Years 2030-2035.” Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) introduced the Senate companion earlier in the week. "The extreme NHTSA CAFE standards are the latest attempt by the Biden-Harris administration to strip away choice from American consumers and mandate EVs," said Rep. Walberg. "This rule hikes CAFE standards to a level that cannot be met with liquid fuels alone – 50.4 MPG by 2031. The Biden-Harris EV mandates increase our reliance on China, decimate the American auto workforce, undermine competition and innovation, and price many American families out of the market. Unlike the Biden-Harris administration, Republicans continue to fight for consumers and innovators to have the ability to shape the future of the auto industry, not just unelected bureaucrats issuing radical mandates from Washington." Original Cosponsors (64): Reps. Mark Amodei, Kelly Armstrong, Jim Baird, Troy Balderson, Aaron Bean, Jack Bergman, Stephanie Bice, Andy Biggs, Gus Bilirakis, Mike Bost, Larry Bucshon, Eric Burlison, Mike Carey, Earl "Buddy" Carter, Andrew Clyde, Mike Collins, Dan Crenshaw, Byron Donalds, Jeff Duncan, Neal Dunn, Ron Estes, Virginia Foxx, Russ Fulcher, Morgan Griffith, Glenn Grothman, Michael Guest, Brett Guthrie, Harriet Hageman, Diana Harshbarger, Kevin Hern, Richard Hudson, Bill Huizenga, Ronny Jackson, John James, John Joyce, Mike Kelly, Doug Lamborn, Nick Langworthy, Bob Latta, Jake LaTurner, Debbie Lesko, Frank Lucas, Tracey Mann, Lisa McClain, Dan Meuser, Mary Miller, Carol Miller, John Moolenaar, Alex Mooney, Jay Obernolte, Andy Ogles, Gary Palmer, Greg Pence, Scott Perry, Guy Reschenthaler, Chip Roy, A… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:36:13Z |
| https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-release-michigan-resident-paul-whelan | Moolenaar on the Release of Michigan Resident Paul Whelan | 2024-08-01 | 2024 | 2024-08 | Republican | House | MI | John R. Moolenaar | M001194 | moolenaar.house.gov | moolenaar | https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | According to media reports, Michigan resident Paul Whelan will be released from a Russian prison as part of a multinational prisoner swap. “Paul Whelan is a former Marine who has been unjustly imprisoned by Russia for more than five years. In Michigan, we prayed for his release and never forgot him as he was held by Putin’s corrupt government on bogus charges. I am thankful he will soon be reunited with his family,” said Congressman John Moolenaar. Whelan has been unjustly imprisoned in Russia since December 2018, when he was arrested and charged with espionage. Since his arrest, he was denied basic human rights and has been held with no credible evidence supporting the charges against him. On June 15, 2020, he was sentenced to 16 years in prison. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:36:13Z |
| https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1299 | Bergman, Budzinski, Carey Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Extend Broadband Accessibility | 2024-07-30 | 2024 | 2024-07 | Republican | House | MI | Jack Bergman | B001301 | bergman.house.gov | bergman | https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | Today, U.S. Representatives Jack Bergman (R-MI-01), Nikki Budzinski (D-IL-13) and Mike Carey (R-OH-15) introduced bipartisan, bicameral legislation to renew the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) – a federal program that helps low-income households afford access to high-speed internet. The Affordable Connectivity Program ran out of funding in May, ending assistance for over 23 million American households. Bipartisan companion legislation has been introduced in the U.S. Senate by Senators Ben Ray Luján (D-NM), J.D. Vance (R-OH), Peter Welch (D-VT), Roger Wicker (R-MS) and Jacky Rosen (D-NV). For nearly three years, the Affordable Connectivity Program helped families afford the high-speed internet services they need to work remotely, complete online coursework, attend telehealth appointments and more. The Secure and Affordable Broadband Extension Act would restore the program and provide eligible households with a monthly discount of up to $30 per month off the cost of their internet service. In addition to restoring internet assistance for low-income Americans, the Secure and Affordable Broadband Extension Act also replaces insecure wireless internet equipment from Chinese Communist Party-associated corporations, like Huawei and ZTE. The legislation is paid for by renewing the Federal Communications Commission’s ability to auction AWS-3 band spectrum to U.S. telecom providers and by narrowing Affordable Connectivity Program eligibility from households with an income at or below 200% of the federal poverty line to households at or below 135% of the federal poverty line – consistent with the income standard of other federal subsidies like Lifeline and Medicare Part D. “In today’s connected world, it’s vitally important that everyone has access to fast and reliable internet. From our hospitals and schools to families in remote areas – we all depend on connectivity. I’m proud to cosponsor the Secure and Affordable Broadband Extension Act, which will expand the affordability and accessibility of broadband service… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:24:45Z |
| https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1297 | Bergman Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Protect Older Veterans from Avoidable, Costly Falls | 2024-07-29 | 2024 | 2024-07 | Republican | House | MI | Jack Bergman | B001301 | bergman.house.gov | bergman | https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | Last week, Representatives Jack Bergman (R-MI-01), Nikki Budzinski (D-IL-13), Lois Frankel (D-FL-22), Jen Kiggins (R-VA-02) and Gus Bilirakis (R-FL-12) introduced bipartisan legislation to help older Veterans avoid injuries from costly, dangerous falls. The SAFE STEPS for Veterans Act would establish an Office of Falls Prevention within the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) and create a falls prevention coordinator role. The legislation would also create a pilot program for incorporating falls prevention programs into VA home modification programs and establish an assessment for Veterans to identify those most at risk of falling. Since Veterans, on average, have more chronic conditions than their non-Veteran counterparts, additional programs could help to prevent unnecessary injuries or hospitalizations — and the massive expenses associated with falls. “As our population continues to age, the VA must be proactive in its efforts to identify and address necessary improvements in care for older Veterans. The SAFE STEPS for Veterans Act will help drastically enhance the health and quality of life for those at risk of falls while reducing the need for costly recovery programs resulting from these preventable injuries. I’m proud to help introduce this bipartisan, commonsense bill,” said Rep. Bergman. “Preventative health care measures give our nation’s Veterans a healthier, more resilient future,” said Rep. Budzinski. “The SAFE STEPS Act reflects our commitment to addressing the unique challenges faced by older Veterans, who are at a higher risk of serious falls and their consequences. By establishing an Office of Falls Prevention and integrating effective programs into VA home modification efforts, we aim to reduce the incidence of falls and the associated high costs. Our Veterans deserve the best care and support, and this legislation will help ensure their long-term safety and wellbeing.” “Falls are the leading cause of injury among people over age 65. A new VA effort to keep our Veterans on their feet is imp… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:24:45Z |
| https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/gotion-lies-about-public-roundtable | Gotion Lies About Public Roundtable | 2024-07-29 | 2024 | 2024-07 | Republican | House | MI | John R. Moolenaar | M001194 | moolenaar.house.gov | moolenaar | https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | “It is sad that Gotion’s North America VP took a break from his vacation to lie about Congressman Moolenaar’s successful public roundtable in Green Charter Township on Friday. Despite what he says, the event was open to all members of the community. If Gotion's VP cannot tell the truth about the simple details of a public roundtable, there is no reason to believe he is telling the truth about anything else, including his company’s supply chains and their links to the CCP’s use of slave labor. We hope he enjoyed his time in the great American outdoors and realized he should stop trying to help a CCP-affiliated company expand its presence in America. We will not participate in the propaganda phone calls of his company, and media members should use extra caution when reporting anything Gotion tells them,” said Jacob Huner, Press Secretary for Congressman John Moolenaar. Gotion’s Lie: In reporting by the Detroit News, Gotion’s VP claimed the audience for the Congressman John Moolenaar’s Green Charter roundtable was “handpicked.” The Facts: A public invitation to the event was posted on Congressman Moolenaar’s social media accounts on Facebook and X. An email invitation was also sent to thousands of residents in Mecosta County. The invitation posted on X: The invitation posted on Facebook: | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:24:45Z |
| https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/media-package-moolenaar-hosts-community-roundtable-gotion | MEDIA PACKAGE: Moolenaar Hosts Community Roundtable on Gotion | 2024-07-26 | 2024 | 2024-07 | Republican | House | MI | John R. Moolenaar | M001194 | moolenaar.house.gov | moolenaar | https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Watch Congressman Moolenaar's Opening Remarks: "Finally, you should know the brave men and women of our military want nothing to do with Gotion, as the Department of Defense is prohibited from buying the company’s batteries. So why would we allow this company to receive tax dollars, buy our land, and build a factory here? This morning, Congressman John Moolenaar hosted a roundtable discussion in Green Charter Township to discuss Gotion's ties to the Chinese Communist Party, its reliance on forced labor used by China for its supply chain, and the CCP's growing hostility towards the United States. Moolenaar was joined by Congressman Darin LaHood (R-IL), and the following witnesses: Jason Kruse, Supervisor, Green Charter Township Amanda Piker, Concerned Citizens of Manteno (Illinois) Emily de La Bruyère, Co-Founder, Horizon Advisory Mr. Brian Cavanaugh, Senior Vice President, American Global Strategies Ambassador Joseph Cella, Head of the Michigan-China Economic Security Review A full recording of today's round table can be found here. Watch Highlights of the roundtable below: Congressman John Moolenaar: "The issues in this community today are a fight between David and Goliath. The small town of 3,200 people versus the giant, multinational company that is receiving hundreds of millions of dollars in subsidies and bullying its way into town." Click here for Congressman Moolenaar's opening remarks as prepared for delivery. Congressman Darin LaHood discussed how the CCP does not abide by the same rules as every other industrialized nation. Green Charter Township Supervisor Jason Kruse provided an update regarding the Gotion project. Amanda Piker shared how Gotion is impacting her local community. Emily de La Bruyère spoke about the strategy of the CCP industrial policy to establish global dependence on the CCP's products, specifically electric vehicles. Brian Cavanaugh discussed how the tactics of the CCP are developing to threaten to the United States. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:24:45Z |
| https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-votes-establish-task-force-investigate-assassination-attempt | Moolenaar Votes to Establish Task Force to Investigate Assassination Attempt on President Trump | 2024-07-25 | 2024 | 2024-07 | Republican | House | MI | John R. Moolenaar | M001194 | moolenaar.house.gov | moolenaar | https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Last night, Congressman John Moolenaar voted to create a bipartisan congressional task force to investigate the attempted assassination of President Donald Trump on July 13 in Pennsylvania. “There were massive security failures which allowed for the failed attempt to assassinate President Donald Trump, the murder of firefighter Corey Comperatore, and the shooting of two other victims. This bipartisan task force will get answers about what happened and demand accountability for these failures to help ensure they never happen again,” said Moolenaar. The official name of the task force is The Task Force to Investigate the Attempted Assassination of Presidential Nominee Donald Trump. It will consist of seven Republicans and six Democrats from the House of Representatives. The task force will hold full investigative authority, including subpoena power to obtain documents and compel testimony in pursuit of its goals. Those goals are: To understand what went wrong on the day of the attempted assassination To ensure accountability To prevent such an agency failure from ever happening again | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:24:45Z |
| https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-vice-president-harris-failed-stand-israel | Moolenaar: Vice President Harris Failed to Stand with Israel | 2024-07-24 | 2024 | 2024-07 | Republican | House | MI | John R. Moolenaar | M001194 | moolenaar.house.gov | moolenaar | https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Today, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed a joint session of Congress and spoke about his country’s efforts to defend itself against Hamas and rescue the hostages – including Americans – being held by the terrorist organization. “Vice President Harris has the Constitutional responsibility to preside over the Senate and she did not show up for work today. She had the opportunity to publicly stand behind Israel in its fight against Hamas and it was a disgraceful decision for her not to attend,” said Congressman John Moolenaar, who attended Netanyahu’s address on Wednesday afternoon. “Prime Minister Netanyahu’s speech reminded everyone of what is at stake in the war against Hamas terrorists. Over nine months ago, Hamas slaughtered families, raped women, and kidnapped infants. Today, it still holds more than 100 hostages, including five living Americans and three dead Americans whose bodies it refuses to release to their families. I call on all Americans to join me in standing with Israel in its fight against Hamas and the dangerous leaders of Iran,” added Moolenaar. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:24:45Z |
| https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-secret-service-director-cheatles-resignation | Moolenaar on Secret Service Director Cheatle’s Resignation | 2024-07-23 | 2024 | 2024-07 | Republican | House | MI | John R. Moolenaar | M001194 | moolenaar.house.gov | moolenaar | https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Today, United States Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle announced she is resigning from her position. The announcement comes as calls for her resignation grew after she testified before the House Oversight Committee on Monday. “Director Cheatle failed the American people and the brave Secret Service agents under her leadership with poor executive decisions and a lack of accountability. It is a miracle President Trump is alive today. The new leadership of the U.S. Secret Service will be tasked with restoring confidence in the organization, and to do so they must be cooperative, transparent, and determined to ensure the safety of our nation’s leaders,” said Congressman John Moolenaar, who called for the resignation of Cheatle yesterday. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:24:45Z |
| https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1294 | Bergman Calls on Secret Service Director to Resign - or be Fired | 2024-07-22 | 2024 | 2024-07 | Republican | House | MI | Jack Bergman | B001301 | bergman.house.gov | bergman | https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | Today, Rep. Jack Bergman released the following statement after Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle gave a concerning testimony before the House Oversight Committee: Secret Service Director Cheatle must resign immediately - or be fired. The incompetency and lack of accountability is inexcusable. The abysmal testimony from the unrepentant head of the Secret Service must be followed up by action, including her resignation. The assassination attempt on President Trump’s life has revealed many inexplicable holes in the Secret Service’s safety plans - or lack thereof - and the American People deserve the fullest transparency and accountability on this matter. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:24:45Z |
| https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-calls-secret-service-director-resign | Moolenaar Calls for Secret Service Director to Resign | 2024-07-22 | 2024 | 2024-07 | Republican | House | MI | John R. Moolenaar | M001194 | moolenaar.house.gov | moolenaar | https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Today, United States Secret Service (USSS) Director Kimberly Cheatle appeared before a hearing of the House Oversight Committee following the assassination attempt against President Donald Trump on July 13. “Americans want answers from Director Cheatle about why her agency failed to stop a deadly attack and attempted assassination. In her testimony today she was not transparent and failed to provide meaningful information. She should resign her position because the American people deserve accountability and the Secret Service deserves a better leader,” said Congressman John Moolenaar. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:24:45Z |
| https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/vp-harris-fails-michigan-women-and-families | VP Harris Fails Michigan Women and Families | 2024-07-17 | 2024 | 2024-07 | Republican | House | MI | John R. Moolenaar | M001194 | moolenaar.house.gov | moolenaar | https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Today, Vice President Kamala Harris will attend an event in Kalamazoo. Her record in office has made life worse for Michigan women and families. Grocery prices are up more than 20 percent, putting food on the table for kids is harder to do, illegal immigration has skyrocketed, and Michigan residents are concerned about crime and safety. “Vice President Harris’s policies have failed Michigan women and families by causing higher prices for food, raising the cost of living, and making it harder for families to make ends meet. She was appointed by President Biden to secure our border and since then, millions of people have illegally crossed the border. She also helped cover up President Biden’s declining health, and Michigan reporters should be asking her what she knew about his health and when she knew it,” said Congressman John Moolenaar. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:32:29Z |
| https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases/walberg-stefanik-lead-colleagues-outlining-concerns-harvards-antisemitism-task | Walberg & Stefanik Lead Colleagues Outlining Concerns in Harvard's Antisemitism Task Force Report | 2024-07-16 | 2024 | 2024-07 | Republican | House | MI | Tim Walberg | W000798 | walberg.house.gov | walberg | https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. -- Reps. Tim Walberg (MI-05) and Elise Stefanik (NY-21) led 26 colleagues in sending a letter to Harvard University Interim President Alan Garber criticizing the inadequacies of the findings of the Antisemitism Task Force Report and calling for an end to their relationship with Birzeit University. In their letter, the lawmakers wrote: "The task force gave insufficient attention to Harvard’s failures in imposing discipline for antisemitic misconduct and left numerous other significant issues wholly unaddressed, including academic programs that have become hotbeds of antisemitism and delegitimization of Israel; Harvard student organizations’ repeated violations of University rules while engaging in antisemitic conduct; the failure by Harvard’s Office of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging to support Harvard’s Jewish community and address antisemitism; dramatic declines in Jewish enrollment; a lack of viewpoint diversity on issues related to the Middle East and more broadly; the need to address masked protest; and the need to examine potential foreign malign influence." The lawmakers also criticized Harvard's relationship with Birzeit University; they wrote: "We find Harvard’s relationship with Birzeit University, whose student government openly supports Hamas, and names buildings after convicted terrorists, to be extremely concerning. The university also has had a policy of barring Israeli Jews from campus. Shockingly, following the October 7 attack, Birzeit University posted, “Glory for martyrs, recovery for wounded ones, and freedom for the captives.” This type of behavior stands in direct opposition to the values Harvard claims to uphold." | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:32:29Z |
| https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-bidens-record-failure-display-michigan-health-concerns-grow | Moolenaar: Biden’s Record of Failure on Display in Michigan as Health Concerns Grow | 2024-07-12 | 2024 | 2024-07 | Republican | House | MI | John R. Moolenaar | M001194 | moolenaar.house.gov | moolenaar | https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Today, President Joe Biden will visit Michigan. This comes as Michigan families struggle to afford basic necessities and continue to have concerns about the president’s fitness for office. “President Biden’s failed policies have caused inflation to skyrocket over the last three years and Michigan families feel the pain every time they go to the grocery store. They are also increasingly concerned that the president’s health makes him unfit for office. I hope Michigan reporters will ask the President directly if he has the capacity to serve as the leader of the free world and make crucial decisions about the safety of our servicemembers and national security,” said Congressman John Moolenaar. Inflation caused by President Biden’s policies has sent prices rising by 20.1% since 2021. A recent CBS poll found that 72% of Americans do not believe Biden is healthy enough to serve as President of the United States. (Source: CBS News) | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:24:45Z |
| https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1292 | Bergman-Backed Bill to Safeguard Elections Passes House | 2024-07-11 | 2024 | 2024-07 | Republican | House | MI | Jack Bergman | B001301 | bergman.house.gov | bergman | https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | Yesterday, the House of Representatives passed the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, which Rep. Jack Bergman cosponsored, and which requires individuals to provide proof of citizenship when registering to vote in federal elections. “I’m proud to have cosponsored this commonsense legislation that passed the House with bipartisan support, albeit slim. Rooted in constitutional reality, the SAVE Act reaffirms what we already know – that only American citizens should be able to vote in American elections. With the worst, most porous borders our country has ever seen, this bill is absolutely necessary to ensure our elections remain free and fair,” Rep. Jack Bergman stated. Facts About the SAVE Act: While falsely claiming the 2016 was “stolen” due to “foreign election interference,” Democrats ignore the real threat of foreign election interference posed when noncitizens are allowed to register and vote in U.S. elections. Lax voter registration laws make it possible for noncitizens to register and vote in federal elections while campaign finance loopholes allow noncitizens to fund U.S. election activities – both of which can affect the outcome of our elections. There is ample evidence that noncitizens are voting in U.S. elections: A 2014 study that analyzed the 2008 and 2010 elections concluded that not only had noncitizens illegally voted in U.S. elections but also that the votes of noncitizens likely determined the outcome in certain races. In states like Massachusetts, Ohio, and Virginia, noncitizens have recently been removed from the voting rolls – and many of those noncitizens had voted. The Arizona Secretary of State website is currently falsely promoting the idea that individuals who fail to present proof of citizenship when registering will “be eligible to vote in federal elections.” Recently, the House Committee on Administration reported the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, H.R. 8281, will: Require an individual to provide proof of citizenship when registering to vote i… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:24:45Z |
| https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-meets-dutch-prime-minister | Moolenaar Meets with Dutch Prime Minister | 2024-07-11 | 2024 | 2024-07 | Republican | House | MI | John R. Moolenaar | M001194 | moolenaar.house.gov | moolenaar | https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | This week, Congressman John Moolenaar and members of the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party met with Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof, as well as Minister of Defense Ruben Brekelmans, and Minister of Foreign Affairs Caspar Veldkamp. In the meeting, the group discussed how the United States and the Netherlands can continue to work together to combat the CCP's economic aggression. "It was a pleasure to meet Prime Minister Schoof and his delegation. He has thought deeply about the threat the Chinese Communist Party poses to the Western world. I am confident the Netherlands' long friendship with the United States will remain strong under Prime Minister Schoof's leadership,” said Moolenaar. Moolenaar and members of the Select Committee on the CCP meet with Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof (fourth from left) and members of the Dutch delegation. (Photo credit: the Dutch Embassy in the United States) | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:24:45Z |
| https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1289 | Bergman: Michiganders Deserve Answers on Biden Admin's Voting Scheme in Michigan | 2024-07-10 | 2024 | 2024-07 | Republican | House | MI | Jack Bergman | B001301 | bergman.house.gov | bergman | https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | Representative Jack Bergman joined with Representative Roger Williams, Chairman of the House Committee on Small Business, and the entire Michigan Republican delegation in sending a letter to Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson in response to the apparent and blatant weaponization of taxpayer resources to aid and abet President Biden’s re-election campaign in the state of Michigan. The Members asserted, “It appears the Biden Administration and your office have diverted funding away from supporting small businesses and used it for election purposes. This is unacceptable.” Biden’s Small Business Administration (SBA) appears to be – perhaps coincidentally – engaging in electioneering with Democrat accomplices. The House Committee on Small Business conducted a recent investigation which found that 39 out of the 52 SBA outreach events scheduled in Michigan for January – November of this year are in counties with the highest populations of demographics targeted by the Democratic National Committee (DNC). And as the letter detailed, “100 percent of the visits to Michigan from the SBA Administrator and Deputy Administrator have taken place in counties with the highest populations of DNC target demographics.” “Michiganders – and all Americans – deserve truth and transparency, which are two things severely lacking in the Biden Administration. My colleagues and I were greatly disturbed by revelations of a Democrat attempt to undercut the will of the people, using taxpayer dollars for Democrat electioneering. We won’t stand for it. Unelected bureaucrats might not be accountable at the ballot box, but we will hold them accountable in Congress,” Rep. Bergman stated. A recent video also showed a special advisor to SBA Administrator Guzman’s Chief of Staff on camera saying, “anytime we go, we try to visit with a member of Congress if they’re a Democrat … because then we can help them get re-elected as well … the White House was like, yes, go. … Don’t invite the other senator because he’s a Republican. And don’t invite t… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:24:45Z |
| https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1290 | Bergman Calls on FDA to Approve MDMA-Assisted Therapy to Combat Veteran Suicide Epidemic | 2024-07-10 | 2024 | 2024-07 | Republican | House | MI | Jack Bergman | B001301 | bergman.house.gov | bergman | https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | At the steps of the Capitol, veterans, bipartisan lawmakers, and PTSD experts gathered today to highlight the urgent need for FDA approval of MDMA-Assisted Therapy (MDMA-AT) to address the devastating impact of PTSD and veteran suicide in America. Millions of veterans silently battle the invisible wounds of war, with ten out of every 100 male and 19 out of every 100 female veterans suffering from PTSD. This mental health condition directly contributes to the alarming rate of veteran suicides, which is estimated to be between 17 and 44 per day. Since 9/11, over 150,000 veterans have died by suicide—a number 21 times higher than U.S. servicemembers who died in post-9/11 warzones. "This is not just a statistic; it's a national tragedy," said Congressman Morgan Luttrell, a former Navy SEAL who suffered from PTSD, and experienced healing and restoration from a psychedelic-assisted therapy. "For far too long, we've relied on PTSD treatments that fail 40-60% of patients. The lack of innovation in PTSD treatment has fueled rising suicide rates among veterans." Fortunately, there is hope that MDMA-Assisted Therapy, an FDA-designated "Breakthrough Therapy.” Clinical trials demonstrated its remarkable efficacy, with over 71% of participants no longer meeting PTSD criteria after three MDMA-AT sessions, and 86% showing significant symptom improvement—nearly double the efficacy of current treatments. The VA has also acknowledged the potential of MDMA-AT, with UnderSecretary of Health Shereef Elnahal stating that existing therapies "pale in comparison" to MDMA's preliminary results. The VA is preparing to integrate MDMA-AT into its healthcare system pending FDA approval, anticipating substantial demand from the veteran community. The FDA is set to make a decision on MDMA-AT on August 11, prompting bipartisan members of Congress, veterans, clinicians and advocates to unite in urging swift approval. "Our veterans deserve action, not just words," said Congressman Jack Bergman, a retired three-star USMC General who is the high… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:24:45Z |
| https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-provision-support-michigan-farmers-passes-appropriations | Moolenaar Provision to Support Michigan Farmers Passes Appropriations Committee | 2024-07-10 | 2024 | 2024-07 | Republican | House | MI | John R. Moolenaar | M001194 | moolenaar.house.gov | moolenaar | https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Today, the House Appropriations Committee passed legislation to provide funding for the Department of Labor (DOL). The bill included provisions proposed by Congressman John Moolenaar that support Michigan farmers by addressing high wage rates imposed by DOL for migrant farm workers, known as the Adverse Effect Wage Rate (AEWR). Moolenaar’s provision reverses the federal increase from this year and freezes the rate through the end of 2025. “Michigan farmers work hard to provide the food we rely on every day. The Department of Labor has been raising labor costs on them for years and made it difficult for them to continue operating. I have met with fifth and sixth-generation farmers who worry that unless something changes, they will be the last ones in their families to farm. Passage of my legislation in the committee’s bill today is a step toward providing relief for Michigan farmers,” said Moolenaar. On January 1, 2024 the Department of Labor increased Michigan’s AEWR for the tenth consecutive year, to $18.50 per hour, an increase of $1.16 per hour from December 2023. This rate is the fourth highest rate in the nation. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:24:45Z |
| https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-votes-protect-american-elections | Moolenaar Votes to Protect American Elections | 2024-07-10 | 2024 | 2024-07 | 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 in favor of H.R. 8281, the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act. The legislation requires proof of United States citizenship to register to vote in federal elections. “Voting is a fundamental right for American citizens to determine who will represent them in government and lead their communities. Unfortunately, a loophole allows for non-citizens to register to vote in federal elections simply by claiming they are U.S. citizens. This common-sense legislation closes the loophole and requires proof of citizenship to register to vote. I applaud the House for passing this important bill, and the Senate should consider it immediately,” said Moolenaar. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:24:45Z |
| https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases/walberg-backed-save-act-passes-house | Walberg-Backed SAVE Act Passes House | 2024-07-10 | 2024 | 2024-07 | 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) released the following statement after the House passage of H.R. 8281, Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act: “Only Americans should be voting in American elections. The SAVE Act strengthens election security by closing loopholes, requiring proof of citizenship to register to vote in federal elections, and requiring states to remove non-citizens from their voter rolls. I am proud to have supported the passage of the SAVE Act and will continue to fight to bolster election security.” Speaker Mike Johnson recently released a report on the need to pass the SAVE Act. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:24:45Z |
| https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-statement-treasurys-expansion-cfius-include-camp-grayling-and | Moolenaar Statement on Treasury's Expansion of CFIUS to Include Camp Grayling and Other Military Installations | 2024-07-09 | 2024 | 2024-07 | Republican | House | MI | John R. Moolenaar | M001194 | moolenaar.house.gov | moolenaar | https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Congressman John Moolenaar released the following statement after the announcement by the Treasury Department that it was proposing new rules for the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) that would cover real estate transactions near Camp Grayling and other military installations. "I welcome the Department of the Treasury’s addition of over fifty military installations to be covered under CFIUS regulations. Treasury’s first move under this expanded authority should be to deny the land purchase by CCP-backed firm Gotion, which is within 100 miles of the newly added Camp Grayling. This is also another sign that state and local leaders should withdraw their support for Gotion as well. While Treasury’s announcement is a good step, this new regulation still allows foreign adversaries to purchase American land without mandatory national security vetting, continuing to leave our military facilities susceptible to surveillance. Congress needs to close this gaping loophole to protect American national security,” said Moolenaar. Moolenaar serves as the Chairman of the Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). Moolenaar has previously called on the Treasury Department to review Gotion's ownership. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:24:45Z |
| https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-michigan-families-struggle-pay-groceries-while-flotus-talks | Moolenaar: Michigan Families Struggle to Pay for Groceries While FLOTUS Talks Nutrition | 2024-07-03 | 2024 | 2024-07 | Republican | House | MI | John R. Moolenaar | M001194 | moolenaar.house.gov | moolenaar | https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Today, First Lady Jill Biden will attend an event in Middleville, where she will speak about child nutrition. “Michigan parents’ top priority is putting food on the table for their children, and sadly, that job is harder due to higher food costs caused by President Biden’s failed policies. For affordable and nutritious food, we must support family farms here in Michigan, but the Biden administration has made it more difficult for them to grow and harvest the food we need. Finally, the Senate Agriculture Committee, which is led by Democrats, should pass a Farm Bill that supports our farmers,” said Congressman John Moolenaar, who represents Middleville in the House of Representatives. Recent data released by the American Farm Bureau shows that an Independence Day cookout is 30% more expensive than it was just five years ago. The Biden administration has attempted to blame “corporate greed” for inflation, but in 2021, it wanted to take credit for American families saving 16 cents on a summer cookout. (Source: American Farm Bureau) (Source: @WhiteHouse on X posted on July 1, 2021) | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:24:45Z |
| https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases/walberg-introduces-legislation-block-bidens-efforts-limit-health-care-coverage | Walberg Introduces Legislation to Block Biden's Efforts to Limit Health Care Coverage | 2024-07-03 | 2024 | 2024-07 | Republican | House | MI | Tim Walberg | W000798 | walberg.house.gov | walberg | https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. -- Rep. Tim Walberg (MI-05) introduced legislation to block President Biden’s Department of Labor from rescinding a Trump-era rule that expanded association health plans (AHPs). AHPs expand health care options, lower costs for small businesses, and produce cost savings of 29% on average. "President Biden has campaigned on lowering health care costs for hardworking Americans, but his regulatory agenda tells a far different story,” said Rep. Tim Walberg. “Biden has sought to undo a Trump-era rule, which both lowers health care costs and expands health care options for working Americans and small businesses. The Trump-era AHP rule levels the playing field for small businesses who can band together to get similar bulk rates that large corporations enjoy. I’m proud to continue to lead the fight in Congress against Biden’s attempt to drive up health care costs and limit options for hardworking Americans.” Cosponsors: Virginia Foxx (NC-05), Neal Dunn (FL-02), Michael Burgess (TX-26), Rick Allen (GA-12), Dan Crenshaw (TX-02), Aaron Bean (FL-04), Bob Good (VA-05), Adrian Smith (NE-03), Russ Fulcher (ID-01), Dan Meuser (PA-09), Claudia Tenney (NY-24), Troy Balderson (OH-12), Dusty Johnson (SD-00), and Andy Ogles (TN-05). Background In June 2018, the Department of Labor (“DOL”) released a final rule, “Definition of ‘Employer’ Under Section 3(5) of ERISA—Association Health Plans” (“AHP Final Rule”). The finalized rule expanded the universe of arrangements that can qualify as an association health plan (“AHP”) for purposes of ERISA and also applies large group treatment to qualifying AHP coverage. In April, the Biden administration rescinded the 2018 rule that expanded the availability of Association Health Plans. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:24:45Z |
| https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/michigan-families-worry-about-bidens-fitness-first-lady-visits | Michigan Families Worry About Biden’s Fitness as First Lady Visits | 2024-07-02 | 2024 | 2024-07 | Republican | House | MI | John R. Moolenaar | M001194 | moolenaar.house.gov | moolenaar | https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Today, First Lady Jill Biden is expected to arrive in West Michigan. Her visit comes as Michigan residents are questioning her husband’s mental fitness and his ability to lead the nation as president. “The First Lady visits our community today, where all of us have been hurt by President Biden’s disastrous policies on the border, national security, and the economy. Now, serious concerns are being raised about her husband’s health, and there is a nonpartisan discussion on his fitness to serve as President of the United States. So many of us have seen loved ones decline and seeing this in President Biden has been truly troubling. I hope Michigan reporters will ask the First Lady if Michigan families can trust her husband to meet the demands of the presidency,” said Congressman John Moolenaar. CBS News recently reported that 72% of Americans believe Joe Biden is not mentally healthy enough to serve as President of the United States. (Source: CBS News) | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:24:45Z |
| https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases/walberg-castor-markey-cassidy-urge-doj-expeditiously-review-allegations | Walberg, Castor, Markey, Cassidy urge DOJ to Expeditiously Review Allegations of TikTok's COPPA Violations | 2024-07-02 | 2024 | 2024-07 | Republican | House | MI | Tim Walberg | W000798 | walberg.house.gov | walberg | https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. -- Today, Representative Tim Walberg (MI-05), Representative Kathy Castor (FL-14), Senator Ed Markey (D-Mass.), and Senator Bill Cassidy (R-La.) sent a letter to Attorney General Merrick Garland, urging the Department of Justice (DOJ) to act expeditiously on the Federal Trade Commission's (FTC) referral of a complaint against TikTok for potential violations of the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and the FTC's 2019 settlement with TikTok for violations of COPPA. In their letter, the lawmakers wrote: "Five years later, according to the FTC, TikTok is still failing to comply with COPPA. On June 18, the Commission released a statement indicating it had referred a complaint against TikTok to DOJ based on its review of the company's compliance with the 2019 settlement. According to the FTC, '[t]he investigation uncovered reason to believe named defendants are violating or are about to violate the law and that a proceeding is in the public interest.' DOJ is now charged with reviewing that referral and determining whether to file a complaint on behalf of the Commission. Given TikTok's previous violations of COPPA and the critical need to protect children's online privacy, we urge the Department to expeditiously investigate these allegations and take all necessary action to protect children's online privacy." This is the latest in a long list of privacy and security violations by TikTok. Background On March 23, 2023, in response to Rep. Tim Walberg's questions of whether any American data was stored or accessible in China, TikTok CEO Chew stated under oath, “American data has always been stored in Virginia and Singapore in the past, and access of this is on an as-required basis by our engineers globally.” On June 8, 2023, following a Forbes report refuting Chew's sworn testimony, Rep. Walberg led 12 colleagues demanding the Department of Justice review false statements made under oath. Senator Rubio sent a similar letter. On March 13, 2024, the House passed H.R.7521, Protecting Amer… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:24:45Z |
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