url,title,date,year,month,party,chamber,state,member_name,bioguide_id,domain,scraper,source,date_source,text,has_text,collected_at,updated_at https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-votes-against-democrats-spending-spree-again,Moolenaar Votes Against Democrats' Spending Spree Again,2022-12-23,2022,2022-12,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 a $1.7 trillion spending bill. It now heads to President Joe Biden's desk and is expected to be the fourth spending bill of more than $1 trillion he has signed into law since his inauguration. Congressman John Moolenaar voted against today’s legislation. “President Biden and the Democrats have passed four spending bills of more than a trillion dollars in less than two years. This reckless and obscene spending has saddled Michigan families with record inflation and left them poorer than they were two years ago while they struggle to afford necessities like food and energy. There is no reason to continue spending this amount of money in such a short period of time. The pandemic is over, inflation is soaring, and Michigan residents need Washington to stop wasting money,” said Moolenaar. ""In the new year, I will continue to fight against President Biden's failed policies. I will work to rein in inflation, make America energy independent, and secure our border. America has been led down the wrong path by President Biden, and I will be working to get the country back on track."" President Biden’s Reckless Two-Year Spending Spree American Rescue Plan: $1.9 Trillion Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act: $1.2 Trillion Fiscal Year 2022 Omnibus: $1.5 Trillion Inflation Reduction Act: $740 Billion",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:32:05Z https://stevens.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-stevens-secures-164-million-fifteen-community-projects-included-omnibus,Rep. Stevens Secures $16.4 Million for Fifteen Community Projects Included in Omnibus Spending Bill,2022-12-23,2022,2022-12,Democrat,House,MI,Haley M. Stevens,S001215,stevens.house.gov,stevens,https://stevens.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, DC– Today, the House passed a $1.7 trillion-dollar omnibus spending package to fund the federal government through fiscal year 2023. This spending package includes $16.4 million total for Rep. Stevens’ fifteen community funding projects and $25 million for Rep. Stevens’ , to help train the advanced semiconductor workforce of the future. The package also includes a significant increase in non-defense discretionary funding and will go toward supporting critical social programs that invest in American families, workers, and communities. Included in this bill is a $21 billion dollar increase in veterans’ health care which will help to implement the PACT Act for veterans suffering from Agent Orange exposure. It will also ensure coverage for the 40 million American children enrolled in Medicaid and CHIP and create a nationwide free meal program so that children can get healthy, nutritious meals throughout the summer. “I am thrilled that after months of negotiations, Republicans and Democrats have passed a year-long spending bill instead of a continuing resolution. This has huge impacts for our veterans’, children, and districts like mine that will benefit from major federal investments through community funding projects,” said Rep. Haley Stevens (MI-11). “Additionally, my bill, the CHIPPING IN Act, a workforce development bill to help strengthen domestic semiconductor manufacturing will be fully funded. So many of the provisions that I fought for in the CHIPS and Science Act will now be funded at record levels with the passage of this omnibus bill. Funding these programs will help keep America competitive on the global stage and strengthen our domestic manufacturing capabilities.” Birmingham Combined Sewer System Critical Rehabilitation Program Project Amount: $1,300,000.00 Project Description: The City of Birmingham conducted a comprehensive condition assessment of over 60% of its combined/sanitary sewer system in 2019. Recommendations were made for rehabilitating the existing sewers to extend their useful life, as opposed to waiting for failures and then needing to remove and replace at a much higher cost and disruption to the public. Approximately 150 sewer segments were identified as needing critical repairs and the proposed project will include various rehabilitation methods to address the identified issues. Sewer rehabilitation work could include removal of accumulated debris or sediment, sewer lining, root mass removals, mineral deposit removals, and excavation & pipe replacement of the most severely deteriorated sections that may not be in suitable condition for other “trenchless” rehabilitation techniques. Canton Ridge Road Park Phase 1 Design and Engineering Project Amount: $1,000,000.00 Project Description: Ridge Road Park is a key resource in the community and will include an adaptive and universally designed playground and surfacing, a sledding hill and warming hut, an environmental and education nature center, a pond with fishing pier, a woodland preserve area, an extensive trail system, native plantings, and stream restoration. Clawson Water Main Reconstruction Project Amount: $710,000.00 Project Description: This project would be a valuable use of taxpayer funds because the funding for this project will be used to install an additional water main and replace a current main in the City of Clawson. The proposed project will be to install approximately 373’ of 8” water main on N. Washington from W. 14 Mile to Broadacre where there is not a water main. Additionally, 737’ of current 6” water main will be replaced with 8” water main on Broadacre from N. Washington to N. Main. Commerce Charter Township Self-Service Library Kiosks for Seniors Project Amount: $235,050 Project Description: Due to health, mobility, transportation and other factors, residents of Commerce Township's nursing homes and assisted living facilities are often unable to safely visit the library. The Commerce Township Community Library strives to provide safe and convenient service to all residents, including residents of senior living facilities. This project would allow Commerce Township Community Library to install library kiosks in senior living facilities and other locations in the community, such as the Richardson Senior Center, where older adults often visit. Farmington Shiawassee Connection Project Amount: $2,100,000.00 Project Description: Residents and businesses in the city continue to express the need for more accessible and usable public spaces. The project includes the removal and replacement of existing stairs and bridge at Shiawassee Park with a new ADA compliant boardwalk and bridge. Holocaust Memorial Center Education Outreach Programs Amount: $550,000.00 Project Description: The Holocaust Center (HC) serves over 100,000 Michiganders each year. It is Michigan’s only Holocaust Museum, and one of the largest such museums in the United States. The HC has identified several focused educational initiatives to fulfill its mission: Teacher-training programs in Holocaust and genocide education, transportation subsidies for Title 1/31a school field trips, and educational programs for Michigan students in the museum. CPF will enable The HC to expand and improve these services, giving every Michigander equal access to Holocaust and genocide education and the tools to fight antisemitism. Northville Randolph Drain Serenity Point and Riverbank Stabilization Project Amount: $560,000 Project Description: The Randolph Drain, Serenity Point and Riverbank Stabilization Project seeks to repair a pair of deteriorated drainage structures that serve the cities of Northville and Novi. The drains are severely undermined and have contributed to eroding the banks of the river and endangering the stability of Hutton Street. In addition to stabilizing the drainage structures and river embankments, the Ford Field Master Plan calls for the development of a scenic viewing area in this location, overlooking the spillway of the Upper Mill Pond built by Henry Ford for the Ford Valve Plant, one of his first Village Industry Plants in the 1920’s. The stabilization of the drains and river embankments will address a safety hazard and an eyesore and will create a serene viewing point, benefiting the many visitors who are attracted to this popular, regional destination. Oakland County Farmers Market Modernization & Improvement Project Amount: $2,269,00.00 Project Description: This project will fully renovate and significantly improve the market’s aging facility – between 160,000 to 200,000 people visit the market each year. The current building does not meet current ADA guidelines and its restrooms are not accessible. The project will increase accessibility in and around the market, create new program space for educational and physical activities, develop a commercial kitchen for popular cooking demonstrations and incubator use, build accessible/family restrooms, and improve the overall site with storm water management and demonstration gardens. Oakland County Health Division – Laboratory Construction and Equipment Amount: $1,200,000.00 Project Description: The implementation of this project will enhance the capacity and capabilities of the Laboratory. Digital-drop-PCR instrumentation – currently used for COVID testing – will be improved to expand the County’s testing capabilities to trace the source of pollutants and monitor water quality at beaches throughout Oakland County. Hologic Panther digital instruments will be utilized to improve public health testing for influenza and hepatitis viruses, STDs, and bacterial pathogens. This expansion will increase the capacity of OCHD testing, allowing the Health Division to process more labs for uninsured clients of partner organizations, increasing access to quality care. Oakland University Vehicular Wireless Communications System Testing and Standards Facility Program Amount: $3,000,000.00 Project Description: Oakland University (OU), a Michigan public university in Rochester Hills, MI, is proposing to acquire a multi-probe, indoor measurement system to characterize the performance of antennas and communications systems on large platforms to address the important need for testing facilities on a national and regional basis. If funded, the testing, certification, and research development measurement system will be the only vehicle-level, independent, open-use facility of its kind in the U.S. OU has operated an outdoor antenna measurement system for research, education, and industry testing since 2008 but that system does not meet the speed and measurement accuracy requirements of 5G wireless communication systems. In addition, it can’t perform full communication system and co-existence analyses of multiple wireless systems. The proposed measurement system would be used for workforce development\training, research, product development, certification, and standards development activities. Faculty and students, ranging from undergraduate to doctoral levels, will gain valuable experience operating and maintaining this capability. The university anticipates the new facility will be used by over 60 companies including automotive original equipment manufacturers (OEM), Tier-I\II suppliers, federal laboratories, academic institutions, and the U.S. Military. The combined commitment of OU, along with this request, will enable Michigan and the U.S. to close an important technology gap in wireless technology testing and standards development, thus enabling vehicle autonomy and connectivity projects to flourish. The proposed system, MVG SG3000F, can characterize the three-dimensional radiation pattern and communication system performance of antennas on large complex structures such as military/civilian vehicles and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV). Plymouth/Northville/Northville Township Mental Health Police Response Project Amount: $135,359.00 Project Description: This project will be a valuable use of taxpayer funds because this is a multi-jurisdictional project serving three communities. Funding would be utilized for sustainability and capacity building for two embedded behavioral health clinicians within the Northville Township, Northville and Plymouth Police Departments and Northville Youth Network to respond with police officers and assist people of all ages in mental health crises. The behavioral health clinicians will be licensed, Master's level professionals and will provide crisis intervention and stabilization, mental health and substance abuse assessment, coordination, and referral to treatment as well as community outreach. In addition to immediate Mobile Crisis Co-Response, the clinicians will also have the capacity to provide immediate telehealth services to support officers in the field, when co-response is not feasible due to safety or geographical issues. Through the Northville Youth Network, the clinicians will be available to provide prevention and behavioral health support to children, adolescents and their families who have been referred to the juvenile diversion program by the police departments. Schoolcraft College’s Manufacturing & Engineering Center Project Industry 4.0 Training Amount: $1,025,000.00 Project Description: Schoolcraft College’s Industry 4.0 Training Initiative is imperative to keep our state competitive. As manufacturing plants, warehouses and supply chains become more fully automated, the technologies driving these changes increase the need for employees to be technically adept. In data-rich industries of sensors, scanners, information and data, advancements have reduced downtime while increasing quality and productivity. The Schoolcraft College Industry 4.0 initiative will skill and upskill workers in transformative technology occupations by providing training and credentialed programs in such areas as mechatronics technicians, industrial engineering technicians, robotics technicians, and supply chain management production and logistics technicians. The Schoolcraft College proposal to add higher-level certifications through training on updated and technologically advanced equipment will lead to a critically needed right skilled and more robust labor force. Troy Sylvan Glen Lake Park Project Amount: $1,500,000.00 Project Description: Sylvan Glen Lake Park is currently one of the City’s ten neighborhood parks and is the largest coming in at 40 acres. Although the park is currently classified as a neighborhood park, it is likely to be reclassified as a community park with the expansion of amenities such as restrooms, paved parking, play structures, and a fishing pier. Funding will be used to assist with the expansion of these amenities at Sylvan Glen Lake Park. Waterford Downtown Revitalization Project Amount: $750,000 Project Description: This project will establish a downtown within the heart of Waterford Township that will promote a sense of place, community activity, and economic development where people live, work and play. The Downtown Revitalization Project proposes the implementation of several streetscape projects to get people out of their cars to socialize, interact and explore local business. The streetscape projects include pedestrian oriented street lighting, the placement of trees and creation of greenspace, sidewalk widening and the addition of benches and trash cans. West Bloomfield Parks and Recreation Commission Social Work Services for Senior Citizens Project Amount: $85,000.00 Project Description: This project will be a valuable use of taxpayer funds because the senior citizen community in West Bloomfield has been asking for additional resources from its government. The project would provide a social work professional to help senior citizens find resources that increase their quality of life.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:32:05Z https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases/walberg-leads-letter-whitmer-calling-banning-tiktok-state-government-devices,Walberg Leads Letter to Whitmer Calling for Banning TikTok on State Government Devices,2022-12-22,2022,2022-12,Republican,House,MI,Tim Walberg,W000798,walberg.house.gov,walberg,https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representative Tim Walberg (MI-07) led his Michigan Republican colleagues in sending a letter to Governor Gretchen Whitmer calling on the Governor to ban TikTok on Michigan government devices, citing security concerns posed by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). The lawmakers also urged Governor Whitmer to delete the TikTok account associated with her office. The letter was co-authored by Reps. Jack Bergman (MI-01), Bill Huizenga (MI-02), Peter Meijer (MI-03), John Moolenaar (MI-04), Fred Upton (MI-06), and Lisa McClain (MI-10). “We urge you to follow the other states’ lead and examine your own legal authorities to ban TikTok from Michigan state issued devices. This is not a partisan issue, but one of national security, and indeed the security and privacy of all Michiganders. We implore you to protect Michigan employees and our educational institutions from the threat of CCP influence, data collection, and control,” the Michigan lawmakers wrote in the letter. Federal agencies like the U.S. Department of State, Department of Defense, and Department of Homeland Security already prohibit the use TikTok on government devices, and language to implement a ban across the entire federal government was included in the most recent funding bill. Similarly, 16 states have barred public employees from using TikTok on government devices. The full text of the letter is below and a PDF can be downloaded HERE. Dear Governor Whitmer, In recent years, the U.S. Congress has taken several actions to protect Americans’ privacy and security from the threats posed by the Chinese Communist Party. However, states also have the responsibility and opportunity to protect themselves. Accordingly, we write to urge you to ban the use of TikTok on all Michigan state issued devices, including all state-funded devices used by educational institutions. As part of this directive, we urge you to explore additional actions that would prohibit the use of TikTok on the personal devices of employees of the state. Indeed, we hope you will act on our request by deleting the TikTok account associated with you and the office of the Governor, BigGretchWhitmer. TikTok is owned by parent company ByteDance, which is headquartered and operated in Beijing, China. Given Chinese law, they are legally obligated to share information with the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). The app can be used by the CCP to collect personal and location information, as well to promote CCP propaganda and censor content. A report this October found that ByteDance planned to use the TikTok app to monitor the personal location of some specific American citizens. Since its rise in popularity in 2019, officials across the political spectrum have raised concerns about the company’s CCP affiliations and potential national security threats. Subsequent investigations have revealed these concerns were warranted. Despite TikTok executives’ sworn testimony to the contrary, leaked audio from more than 80 internal TikTok meetings revealed that China-based employees of ByteDance have repeatedly accessed nonpublic data about U.S. TikTok users. In August of 2020, former President Donald Trump issued an executive order that would impose new limits on TikTok and set a 45-day deadline for an American company to purchase the app’s U.S. operations. A deal was delayed by extensive legal challenges from the company. Upon taking office, President Joe Biden rescinded the order, opting to begin a review to address the security risks posed by TikTok and other apps based in adversarial nations. While the Biden administration’s review is ongoing, the federal agencies and some states are already taking action. In fact, the use of TikTok on federal-government devices is already prohibited by agencies like the U.S. Department of State, the Department of Defense, and the Department of Homeland Security. This month, 15 additional states have barred public employees from using TikTok on government devices, including Alabama, Georgia, Idaho, Iowa, Maryland, Montana, New Hampshire, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, and Virginia. Nebraska previously led the charge by banning its use in 2020 and three other states have taken steps to remove the app from some government devices. In Congress this week, S. 1143, No TikTok on Government Devices Act, which bans the use of the app on all federal devices, was included in the omnibus. Last week, Sen. Marco Rubio (R-F) and Reps. Mike Gallagher (R-WI) and Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) also introduced bipartisan legislation that would force the administration to ""block and prohibit"" transactions made by TikTok and ByteDance. Closer to home, on December 2, FBI Director Chris Wray spoke at the University of Michigan’s Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy where he raised serious national security concerns surrounding TikTok. Director Wray warned that China’s influence over the app gives them the ability to manipulate content for influence operations, collect user data for traditional espionage, and access device software. He concluded, “All of these things are in the hands of a government that doesn’t share our values, and that has a mission that’s very much at odds with what’s in the best interests of the United States.” Ironically, the University of Michigan and countless other universities operate very active TikTok accounts. There have been increasing concerns about the Chinese Communist Party’s efforts to exert their malign influence on our institutions of higher education. Despite this, higher education publications and institutions continue to encourage using TikTok for student engagement, recruitment, and admissions. Equally concerning, educators at the K-12 and university levels are using TikTok in the classroom to teach students. These efforts pose serious risks to student privacy and increase their exposure to potential foreign influence operations by an adversarial government. Encouraging the use of this app in our education system is irresponsible, which is why we believe it must be addressed as part of the state’s efforts to bar use of the app. We urge you to follow the other states’ lead and examine your own legal authorities to ban TikTok from Michigan state issued devices. This is not a partisan issue, but one of national security, and indeed the security and privacy of all Michiganders. We implore you to protect Michigan employees and our educational institutions from the threat of CCP influence, data collection, and control. Thank you for your time and consideration of this request.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:32:05Z https://stevens.house.gov/media/press-releases/stevens-dingell-legislation-rename-cantons-va-clinic-after-major-general,"Stevens, Dingell Legislation to Rename Canton’s VA Clinic After Major General Oliver W. Dillard Signed into Law",2022-12-20,2022,2022-12,Democrat,House,MI,Haley M. Stevens,S001215,stevens.house.gov,stevens,https://stevens.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, DC– Today, Reps. Haley Stevens (MI-11) and Debbie Dingell’s (MI-12) legislation to rename the newly opened VA community-based outpatient clinic in Canton, MI after Major General Oliver W. Dillard, the first black officer to graduate from the National War College, was signed into law by President Biden. On May 26th, Reps. Stevens and Dingell toured the clinic alongside Major General Dillard’s family. “Major General Dillard was an extraordinary American who exemplified what it means to lead a life of service. There are so many reasons to celebrate Mr. Dillard, from the glass ceilings he shattered to the way he courageously served our country for 34 years,” said Rep. Stevens (MI-11). “I am thrilled that soon, Michiganders everywhere will know Major General Oliver W. Dillard’s name and legacy. May this VA Clinic always serve as a proud commemoration of the man who dedicated his life to defending our freedoms, and as a small token of our appreciation for his exemplary service, leadership, and sacrifice for our country.” “Major General Oliver W. Dillard was a trailblazer who dedicated his life to serving our country,” said Rep. Debbie Dingell (MI-12). “It was an honor to join the Dillard family last May to tour the VA Community Based Outpatient Clinic in Canton, which will bring much needed care for veterans closer to where they live, with the goal of serving patients from both Ann Arbor and Detroit’s VA facilities. We were asked by veterans across Southeast Michigan to name the Canton clinic in honor of Major General Dillard, and I’m proud to support Congresswoman Stevens in making this wish a reality. Major General Dillard’s story and life will continue to inspire for generations to come.” Oliver W. Dillard’s distinguished career of service began in 1945 when he was first drafted to serve in the European theater during World War II and was selected to serve as company clerk and began to work his way through the ranks. In 1965, Mr. Dillard graduated from the National War College, becoming the first black officer to do so. Throughout Major General Dillard’s distinguished service career, he held various esteemed positions and received nine military awards and two civilian medals, including the Distinguished Service Medal, the Silver Star, the Purple Heart, and the Combat Infantryman’s Badge with Star. Mr. Dillard retired in 1980 from military service-US Army as a Major General after 34 years of service and resided in Canton, Michigan, where he later passed in 2015. Rep. Stevens’ and Dingell’s bill was cosponsored by the entire Michigan House delegation, supported by Senators Stabenow and Peters, and endorsed by the Veterans of Foreign Wars Department of Michigan, the Disabled American Veterans Department of Michigan, and the American Legion Department of Michigan. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:32:05Z https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1020,Bergman and Colleagues Call for Stop to Impending Medicare Cuts,2022-12-19,2022,2022-12,Republican,House,MI,Jack Bergman,B001301,bergman.house.gov,bergman,https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx,scraper,"Last week, Representative Jack Bergman joined more than 80 members of Congress in sending a letter to House leadership urging action and offering any assistance necessary to prevent severe cuts to Medicare reimbursement for providers at the start of next year. These cuts would threaten the financial solvency of thousands of medical practices and make it impossible for many seniors to receive timely, quality care, especially in rural and remote parts of the country. Rep. Bergman stated, “It is unacceptable for Congress to force the burden of its own failures and inaction onto medical providers and patients. These sudden cuts to Medicare reimbursement will do irreparable harm to the hospitals, health clinics, doctor’s offices, and other providers in Northern Michigan and the Upper Peninsula, especially as they continue to face health workforce shortages, inflation, and lingering effects of the pandemic. We must act now to prevent these cuts and protect access to health care for our seniors.” The letter says, in part: “With an ongoing health care workforce shortage, American communities cannot afford to experience practice closures. Uncertain payment rates will only lead to physicians closing their doors and enhance the existing barriers to care these patients already face, exacerbating poorer quality of life for seniors.” Medicare reimbursement cuts currently set to come into effect on January 1st include a 4.5% across-the-board cut for doctors due to changes to the Physician Fee Schedule, as well as an additional 4% cut for all providers as a result of PAYGO rules following the budget reconciliation spending bill earlier this year.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:32:05Z https://stevens.house.gov/media/press-releases/future-forum-announces-c0-chairs-118th-congress,Future Forum Announces C0-Chairs for 118th Congress,2022-12-17,2022,2022-12,Democrat,House,MI,Haley M. Stevens,S001215,stevens.house.gov,stevens,https://stevens.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, DC– Future Forum, a generational caucus of young House Democrats, this week elected its new leaders for the 118th Congress. Members elected Rep. Haley Stevens (D-MI), as Co-Chair for Administration and Membership, Rep. Colin Allred (D-TX), as Co-Chair for Communications, and Rep. Darren Soto (D-FL), as Co-Chair for Policy. The full slate of the leadership team was elected unanimously by their colleagues. About Future Forum: Established in 2015, Future Forum is a generational caucus comprised of 47 members from a diverse cross section of the Democratic Caucus who are 50 years and younger. Future Forum represents the next generation of leaders in Congress and includes members of all ideological and identify caucuses in the House, members of the Democratic leadership, and the first Gen Z Member of Congress. Mission: Future Forum focuses on amplifying the voices of younger Americans on issues important to the next generation while seeking to inspire future leaders to become involved in public service. Throughout the 118th Congress, the Future Forum leadership looks forward to engaging with a wide array of stakeholders and advocates on and off the Hill to further advance a policy mission focused on critical issues like gun violence, climate change, student loan debt, and the future of work. Since its inception, Future Forum has visited more than 50 cities to engage with millennial and Gen Z Americans where they live, work, and go to school, and we’re just getting started. Leadership Structure: For the 118th Congress, Future Forum implemented a co-chair model that will allow the co-chairs to further grow the mission and reach of Future Forum by leveraging their unique abilities while working collaboratively toward the organization's common goals. “I am so honored to serve as the Future Forum Co-Chair for Administration and Membership next Congress as a voice for young people”, said Rep. Stevens (D-MI). “I can’t wait to work alongside co-chairs Rep. Allred and Rep. Soto to tackle critical issues that are so important to young people like paid family leave, lowering the cost of education, gun violence prevention, and protecting our environment. As young Americans ourselves, we understand the urgent need for action and our sleeves are rolled up!” ""Young people need a seat at the table in Congress, and I'm proud to be elected as Future Forum's Co-Chair for Communications to do just that,"" said Congressman Allred (D-TX). ""I look forward to continuing to work alongside Congressman Soto and Congresswoman Stevens and all my colleagues in the Future Forum to lift up the voices of the next generation and deliver on the issues they care about."" “It is an honor to be elected as Co-Chair of Policy for Future Forum in the 118th Congress. I’m incredibly proud of our progress to include young Americans in important conversations and look forward to continuing this important work. I am also excited to work with Reps. Allred and Stevens to take our caucus to the next level by collaborating on innovative ideas for our youth,” said Congressman Soto (D-FL). Membership: Future Forum’s expected membership includes more than a dozen Members who are in critical leadership positions across the Democratic Caucus. The full membership includes: Haley Stevens (Mi-11) Co-Chair Colin Allred (TX-32) Co-Chair Darren Soto (FL-09) Co-Chair Jake Auchincloss (MA-04) Pete Aguilar (CA-33) Nanette Barragán (CA-44) Brendan Boyle (PA-02) Nikki Budzinski (IL-13) Yadira Caraveo (CO-08) Joaquin Castro (TX-20) Angie Craig (MN-02) Jason Crow (CO-06) Sharice Davids (KS-03) Chris DeLuzio (PA-17) Lizzie Fletcher (TX-07) Maxwell Frost (FL-10) Ruben Gallego (AZ-03) Jimmy Gomez (CA-34) Josh Gottheimer (NJ-05) Josh Harder (CA-09) Steven Horsford (NV-04) Jeff Jackson (NC-14) Sara Jacobs (CA-51) Derek Kilmer (WA-06) Andy Kim (NJ-03) Raja Krishnamoorthi (IL-08) Greg Landsman (OH-01) Mike Levin (CA-49) Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) Grace Meng (NY-06) Jared Moskowitz (FL-23) Seth Moulton (MA-06) Joe Neguse (CO-02) Wiley Nickel (NC-13) Ilhan Omar (MN-05) Chris Pappas (NH-01) Brittany Pettersen (CO-07) Katie Porter (CA-47) Raul Ruiz (CA-25) Pat Ryan (NY-18) Hillary Scholten (MI-03) Eric Swalwell (CA-14) Emilia Sykes (OH-13) Ritchie Torres (NY-15) Lori Trahan (MA-03) Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) Lauren Underwood (IL-14) ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:32:05Z https://stevens.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-stevens-announces-service-academy-nominations-0,Rep. Stevens Announces Service Academy Nominations,2022-12-15,2022,2022-12,Democrat,House,MI,Haley M. Stevens,S001215,stevens.house.gov,stevens,https://stevens.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Haley Stevens (MI-11) announced that she has nominated 21 Michigan students for placement at the United States Military Academy at West Point, NY, the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, MD, the United States Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, CO and the United States Merchant Marine Academy in Kings Point, NY. “One of my most meaningful duties as a Member of Congress is nominating students from Michigan’s 11th District to our nation’s prestigious service academies,” said Rep. Haley Stevens (MI-11). “To serve in our military is the most honorable deed any American can perform, and I am so grateful to be able to assist these inspiring students in their pursuit of service. I am rooting for them throughout the rest of their application processes, and can’t wait to see what their futures hold.” Students seeking an appointment to a service academy must first obtain a nomination from a nominating source – most commonly through their Members of Congress. Now that these students have been nominated, they must await acceptance of admission by the academy to which they have applied. Students interested in learning about the service academy process, including how to earn a nomination from Congresswoman Stevens, may visit our website here. The nominees, along with their hometowns and high school or university, are listed below: United States Air Force Academy Michael Dancea, Troy, International Academy Kyle Droski, Plymouth, Salem High School Brock Malaikal, Northville, Northville High School Madeline Miller, Novi, Michigan Lutheran Seminary Grant Stec, Milford, International Academy Kayla Tompkins, Troy, Troy High School/Oakland University Kaley VanSuch, Canton, Canton High School Donald Whinnery, Northville, Northville High School Christian Won, Commerce Township, Walled Lake Central High School David Wu, Canton, Plymouth High School United States Merchant Marine Academy Sydney Brown, Northville, Northville High School Zackary Kuzma, Novi, Novi High School United States Military Academy Samih Beydoun, Canton, Detroit Catholic Central/Michigan State University William Cameron, Northville, Northville High School Nathan Hooker, South Lyon, Cranbrook Kingswood Noah Kim, Troy, International Academy Zackary Kuzma, Novi, Novi High School Brock Malaikal, Northville, Northville High School Sophia Schneider, Northville, Northville High School Grant Stec, Milford, International Academy Kaley VanSuch, Canton, Canton High School David Wu, Canton, Plymouth High School United States Naval Academy Kyle Droski, Plymouth, Salem High School Marlene Hoye, Milford, Milford High School Laura Hull, Auburn Hills, Bishop Foley Catholic High School Noah Kim, Troy, International Academy Zackary Kuzma, Novi, Novi High School Gabriel McDougall, Livonia, University of Detroit Jesuit High School and Academy Madeline Miller, Novi, Michigan Lutheran Seminary Sophia Schneider, Northville, Northville High School Matthew Sommer, Novi, Detroit Catholic Central/University of Michigan Dearborn Grant Stec, Milford, International Academy Kayla Tompkins, Troy, Troy High School/Oakland University Kaley VanSuch, Canton, Canton High School Donald Whinnery, Northville, Northville High School Christian Won, Commerce Township, Walled Lake Central High School David Wu, Canton, Plymouth High School ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:32:05Z https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-statement-senates-vote-against-charter-schools,Moolenaar Statement on the Senate’s Vote Against Charter Schools,2022-12-14,2022,2022-12,Republican,House,MI,John R. Moolenaar,M001194,moolenaar.house.gov,moolenaar,https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"Congressman John Moolenaar is leading the fight for charter schools and educational freedom in Congress. In the House, he is the sponsor of a resolution that uses the Congressional Review Act to abolish President Biden's new rules against charter schools. Today, the U.S. Senate voted on its version of Congressman Moolenaar's resolution which is led by Senator Tim Scott (R-SC). The Senate rejected the resolution in a 49-49 tie vote that went along party lines. ""Today’s vote is a disappointing result for parents and students who were counting on the U.S. Senate to reject President Biden’s attack on their charter schools. As co-chairs of the School Choice Caucus, Senator Scott and I will continue our work to fight for school choice and educational freedom for students and parents,” said Moolenaar. House Joint Resolution 94, led by Moolenaar, overturns the Biden administration's new rules on charter schools that went into effect in September. The new rules burden charter schools with red tape and regulations, including new requirements forcing them to co-develop curriculums with public schools and share enrollment information with their public counterparts.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:32:05Z https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/families-pay-more-christmas-bidens-inflation,Families Pay More This Christmas With Biden’s Inflation,2022-12-13,2022,2022-12,Republican,House,MI,John R. Moolenaar,M001194,moolenaar.house.gov,moolenaar,https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"This morning, the U.S. Department of Labor announced that inflation is at 7.1 percent. This is the 11th consecutive month that Michiganders are facing over 7.0 percent inflation rates and the 18th consecutive month of inflation over 5.0 percent. Michigan families and seniors continue to face some of the highest inflation rates since the 1980s. ""Christmas gifts and travel are costing Michigan families more this year as they face another month of rising prices across the board. Families have been squeezed by the trillions in partisan spending by President Biden and they have endured a difficult year of record-high gas costs, rising food prices, and higher home energy bills,” said Congressman John Moolenaar. “In the new year, I will continue the work I have been doing to fight Biden’s spending policies so we can rein in inflation, develop more American energy, and get the country back on track.” On Sunday, in an interview with “60 Minutes,” Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen, who once predicted inflation would be “transitory,” said Americans would have to live through a third year of painful inflation after enduring price hikes in 2021 and 2022. She said inflation would not end until the end of 2023. Janet Yellen: I think we'll see a substantial reduction in inflation in the year ahead. Norah O'Donnell: It's gonna take a year? Janet Yellen: Well, I believe by the end of next year you will see much lower inflation. Image",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:32:05Z https://stevens.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-stevens-and-hill-sens-coons-and-rubio-introduce-legislation-establish,"Reps. Stevens and Hill, Sens. Coons and Rubio, Introduce Legislation to Establish National Hostage and Wrongful Detainee Day and Flag",2022-12-13,2022,2022-12,Democrat,House,MI,Haley M. Stevens,S001215,stevens.house.gov,stevens,https://stevens.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – American Hostage Task Force Co-Chairs Representatives Haley Stevens (D-Mich.) and French Hill (R-Ark.) and U.S. Senators Chris Coons (D-Del.) and Marco Rubio (R-Fla.) today introduced bipartisan, bicameral legislation that would establish March 9 as an annual National Hostage and Wrongful Detainee Day. The commemoration of a national day will call increased attention to Americans unjustly held abroad and increase the urgency to bring home every wrongfully detained American. The legislation will also establish an official Hostage and Wrongful Detainee flag, pictured below. The introduction of the U.S. Hostage and Wrongful Detainee Day Act comes only days after the release of Brittney Griner from Russian custody. It also comes as U.S. officials continue to negotiate for the release of Paul Whelan and other Americans wrongfully detained around the world. According to the James W. Foley Legacy Center, there has been a 175% increase in incidents of U.S. nationals wrongfully detained or held hostage this decade compared to previous decades. According to the Foley Center, as of 2022, Americans are wrongfully detained in least 19 countries, including Iran, China, Venezuela, Syria, and Russia. “My constituent Paul Whelan was wrongfully detained in Russia just days before I was sworn into office,” said Representative Stevens. “For nearly four years, he has been held on false charges, working day in and day out in a prison camp, missing holidays with his family and precious time with his aging parents who miss him dearly. The Whelan family, like so many families of hostages detained abroad, have shown unbelievable strength, courage, and grace in what can only be described as a nightmare situation. Our bipartisan, bicameral designation today is a small step in ensuring that the names of Americans wrongfully held abroad are not forgotten. We will never stop fighting until Paul Whelan, and all other Americans hostages, are brought safely home.” “Providing a voice in Congress for those wrongfully detained is the reason I co-founded the Congressional Task Force on American Hostages and Americans Wrongfully Detained Abroad. I am committed to doing everything I can to bring Americans home – this legislation will highlight the horrible situation their families face every day,” said Representative Hill. “The creation of a National Hostage and Wrongful Detainee Day and flag will help ensure Americans never forget the tragic stories of Robert Levinson, James Foley, and other U.S. citizens held hostage or detained illegally in foreign countries. Brittney Griner’s release and unjust imprisonment has only underscored the need for Congress to continue working to safeguard the lives of wrongfully detained Americans,” said Senator Coons. “I promise to keep unjustly held Americans at the forefront of our foreign policy and work until every last American is brought home safe and sound.” “The death of Florida constituent Robert Levinson, who was the longest-held hostage in American history, was a devastating reminder of the tragic practice of hostage-taking,” said Senator Rubio. “Unfortunately, far too many American families have lived through the nightmare of seeing their loved ones unjustly detained abroad. Establishing the National Hostage and Wrongful Detainee Day will provide another opportunity to honor individuals like Paul Whelan, Marc Fogel, Kai Li, Emad Shargi, Morad Tahbaz, Theary Seng, and the many American citizens who are suffering in foreign prisons without due cause. We must show our fellow Americans that they have not been forgotten, and at the same time must stop incentivizing our adversaries to take more Americans hostage.” March 9 is the day on which Robert Levinson disappeared in Iran in 2007. He was declared dead in absentia in 2020. Full text of the U.S. Hostage and Wrongful Detainee Day Act of 2022 is available here. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:32:05Z https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1016,Bergman Issues Statement on Defense Bill,2022-12-08,2022,2022-12,Republican,House,MI,Jack Bergman,B001301,bergman.house.gov,bergman,https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx,scraper,"Today, Rep. Jack Bergman issued the following statement after voting in support of the FY23 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA): “The number one constitutional duty of Congress is to provide for the defense of our Nation. This year’s NDAA provides major wins for our Nation and servicemembers including a 4.6% pay raise. While no legislation is perfect, major concerns for our national security and troops were addressed in this year’s NDAA, including rescinding the COVID vaccine mandate, rejecting Biden’s plans to cut the fleet size of the U.S. Navy, and hardening our defense against Chinese aggression.” The FY23 NDAA: Reverses Biden's proposed cuts that would harm our security, missile defense, military construction and procurement; Ends the separation of servicemembers for failing to take the COVID-19 vaccine; Encourages DoD to reinstate and provide full Veterans benefits to servicemembers separated for failing to take the COVID-19 vaccine; Provides a 4.6% pay raise for our servicemembers; Includes funding for Operation Northern Strike; Includes provisions to help counter impacts of inflation on low-income military families; Invests in research, development, and procurement of capabilities to deter adversaries; Includes provisions to counter adversaries like Russia, China, and Iran; Prohibits the sale of products manufactured, assembled in or imported from China in US military base exchanges or commissaries; Prohibits a dishonorable discharge for servicemembers who refuse a COVID-19 vaccination; Requires regular DOD Inspector General reviews of assistance provided to Ukraine; Expresses the sense of Congress that the crisis at our Southern border is a national security threat; and Creates incentives for servicemembers to report waste and fraud.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:32:05Z https://mcclain.house.gov/2022/12/congresswoman-mcclain-statement-on-ndaa,Congresswoman McClain Statement on NDAA,2022-12-08,2022,2022-12,Republican,House,MI,Lisa C. McClain,M001136,mcclain.house.gov,mcclain,https://mcclain.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C.— Congresswoman Lisa McClain (R-MI), a member of the House Armed Services Committee, released the following statement after voting in favor of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). “I was proud to vote for the NDAA. I have spent the last two years fighting to rescind the vaccine mandate for our servicemembers, and we did just that,” said Rep. McClain. “We also ensured no Red Flag laws were included and no language to draft our daughters. On top of that, we stopped the Democrats from putting more wokeness into the military. Additionally, this bill gives our soldiers a pay raise and helps modernize our military to help combat China. Overall, the NDAA is a win for our military, our country, and our national security.” Rep. McClain secured several vital wins in the NDAA for Michigan. Outlined below are the provisions. NDAA $8,000,000- Combat Vehicle Lithium 6T Battery development $10,000,000- HTPEM APU “Silent Watch” battery development program $1,278,140,000- Additional Abrams tank procurement $97,000,000- Abrams tank upgrade program $11,500,000- Northern Strike military exercises that occur in Michigan $3,614,290,000- Ground Based Strategic Deterrent $10,000,000- Supersonic turbine engine development program $5,000,000- Automotive Research Center (ARC) The ARC currently has four university members from the State of Michigan (Michigan Technological University, University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, Oakland University, and Wayne State University) and also the host organization the Army Ground Vehicle Systems Center in Warren, MI. $30,000,000- National Security Space Launch Program Provision for US Allies- Israel Military Exercises Provision for US-Macedonia Engagement Report on A-10 Divestment Report on Air Force’s PFAS Progress Provision for STEM Education at HBCU’s In the NDAA, under the Water Resources Development Act:",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:32:05Z https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-supports-legislation-repeal-military-vaccine-mandate-and-give,Moolenaar Supports Legislation to Repeal Military Vaccine Mandate and Give Raises to U.S. Service Members,2022-12-08,2022,2022-12,Republican,House,MI,John R. Moolenaar,M001194,moolenaar.house.gov,moolenaar,https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"This afternoon, Congressman John Moolenaar voted for the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). This legislation includes a pay increase for U.S. service members and repeals the military’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate. Additionally, the legislation authorizes full funding to complete construction of a second freighter-sized lock at the Soo Locks. ""I am proud to support the courageous men and women of our military with increased pay and more resources for them and their families. This legislation also repeals the Biden administration's COVID vaccine mandate that drove many service members out of the military,"" said Moolenaar. ""This legislation helps ensure the military has the tools it needs to keep the American people safe and meet the security challenges our country faces."" “This legislation also includes an important authorization for finishing the construction of a new lock at the Soo Locks. As Michigan’s senior member of the House Appropriations Committee, I will be working to make sure that Congress uses that authorization and includes money for lock construction in future funding bills. The Soo Locks are vital to the American economy, and I will be working to make sure the Army Corps of Engineers finishes this critical infrastructure project,"" added Moolenaar. More information and a summary of the NDAA for 2023 can be found here.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:32:05Z https://stevens.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressional-task-force-american-hostages-and-americans-wrongfully-detained,Congressional Task Force on American Hostages and Americans Wrongfully Detained Abroad Release the Following Statement,2022-12-08,2022,2022-12,Democrat,House,MI,Haley M. Stevens,S001215,stevens.house.gov,stevens,https://stevens.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, DC– Today, the Congressional Task Force on American Hostages and Americans Wrongfully Detained Abroad Co-Chairs Rep. Haley Stevens (MI-11) and Rep. French Hill (AR-2) released the following statement in response to Brittney Griner’s release: “We are overjoyed by the news that Brittney Griner is safely on her way home to her loved ones in time for Christmas. For nine long months, Ms. Griner has been wrongfully detained by Russia, bravely enduring a sham trial and unimaginable circumstances. We are grateful to the Biden Administration for their steadfast commitment to bringing Brittney home and releasing all Americans wrongfully detained abroad. There is still work to be done. Michigander Paul Whelan remains wrongfully imprisoned in Russia. Brittney’s return without Paul is devastating news for the Whelan family who have been unrelenting in their attempts to bring him home after nearly four years. Twice Paul has been passed over for release even though he has been wrongfully held by Russia for far longer than any other American. We must continue to hold Russia accountable for their lawlessness. This cannot stand and we reaffirm our strong commitment to safely bringing Paul home.” ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:32:05Z https://stevens.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-stevens-celebrates-passage-respect-marriage-act,Rep. Stevens Celebrates Passage of the Respect For Marriage Act,2022-12-08,2022,2022-12,Democrat,House,MI,Haley M. Stevens,S001215,stevens.house.gov,stevens,https://stevens.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, DC– Today, Rep. Haley Stevens (MI-11), a Member of the Congressional LGBTQ+ Equality Caucus, celebrates the passage of H.R. 8404, the Respect for Marriage Act. The Respect for Marriage Act repeals the discriminatory Defense of Marriage Act, protects marriage equality for federal purposes, and provides additional protections at the state level. “When the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, they opened the door for attacks on marriage equality,” said Rep. Haley Stevens (MI-11). “Same-sex and interracial couples should not have to live in fear of their marriage being invalidated by an extreme Supreme Court. The federal government has a responsibility to safeguard the civil liberties, rights, and freedoms of the American people, including the recognition of marriage into federal law. Today, the United States Congress made it clear: love wins. I am so proud to have voted for the Respect For Marriage Act, and look forward to seeing it become law of the land.” Specifically, the Respect for Marriage Act: Repeals the discriminatory Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA). Although this law was rendered inert by the Supreme Court’s marriage equality decisions, it remains on the books. Enacting the Respect for Marriage Act will finally erase the discriminatory law from the U.S. code. Protects marriage equality for federal purposes by ensuring that for federal law purposes people are considered married if the marriage was valid in the state where it was performed. Provides additional protections at the state level by prohibiting any person acting under color of state law from denying full faith and credit to an out of state marriage based on the sex, race, ethnicity, or national origin of the people in the marriage. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:32:05Z https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases/walberg-im-heartbroken-paul-whelans-family,Walberg: I'm Heartbroken for Paul Whelan's Family,2022-12-08,2022,2022-12,Republican,House,MI,Tim Walberg,W000798,walberg.house.gov,walberg,https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"December 8, 2022 Press Release Issues : Foreign Affairs Local Issues",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:32:05Z https://stevens.house.gov/media/press-releases/science-committee-members-stevens-and-tonko-visit-nist,Science Committee Members Stevens and Tonko Visit NIST,2022-11-29,2022,2022-11,Democrat,House,MI,Haley M. Stevens,S001215,stevens.house.gov,stevens,https://stevens.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"(Washington, DC)—Today, Chairwoman of the Subcommittee on Research and Technology, Rep. Haley Stevens (D-MI), led a visit to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) in Gaithersburg, Maryland. Chairwoman Stevens was joined by Congressman Paul Tonko (D-NY). The Members toured several NIST facilities and discussed ongoing research with NIST staff including robotics, neutron research, and trace explosive detection. “Since Michigan’s 11th District sent me to Congress, I have been unwavering in my belief of the transformational power of federal investment in science, technology, and R&D,” said Subcommittee on Research and Technology Chairwoman Haley Stevens (D-MI). “We have seen the repercussions of decades of underinvestment in our science agencies – increased supply chain vulnerabilities, a decrease in our skilled workforce and manufacturing, while facing mounting technology competition from overseas. Today’s tour of NIST proved that Congress must unlock the agency’s full potential to revitalize American leadership in science, innovation, and manufacturing. That is why I am proud to have worked across the aisle to pass my NIST for the Future legislation through the Chips & Science Act - legislation that boosts NIST’s work in supporting important industries of the future. America’s ability to compete globally hinges on Congress taking action to fully fund the CHIPS & Science Act.” “As one of only a handful of trained engineers in Congress, I have always had a profound appreciation and respect for science,” said Congressman Paul Tonko (D-NY). “Touring the labs and learning more about the incredible work being done by the top scientists and experts at NIST has only deepened my respect. I look forward to working alongside all of my colleagues on the SS&T committee to do all we can to support these public science institutes that will drive innovation and empower our nation to be a global leader in research and technology.” ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:24:37Z https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-statement-president-biden-visiting-michigan,Moolenaar Statement on President Biden Visiting Michigan,2022-11-28,2022,2022-11,Republican,House,MI,John R. Moolenaar,M001194,moolenaar.house.gov,moolenaar,https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"Tomorrow, President Biden will be traveling to Michigan to speak about his economic policies. ""President Biden has already failed Michigan families and his massive partisan spending bills have helped cause record-high inflation. In fact, Farm Bureau estimated this year’s Thanksgiving meal cost families 20 percent more than last year. Now, Biden is coming to Michigan to say he supports American manufacturing. The sad truth is he signed a $300 billion tax hike on American manufacturers last summer,” said Congressman John Moolenaar. “Michigan families are also struggling with home heating costs this winter. If President Biden really wants to support Michigan jobs and help secure energy for our state, he could remove all federal obstacles to constructing the Line 5 tunnel. The tunnel is the safest way to move the propane Michigan homeowners need, and its construction would create a lot of good-paying jobs,” added Moolenaar. A recent analysis from the Joint Economic Committee shows that since President Biden took office, the cost of living for Michiganders is an extra $725 per month.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:24:37Z https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases/walberg-announces-usda-investment-improve-parmas-wastewater-system,Walberg Announces USDA Investment to Improve Parma’s Wastewater System,2022-11-28,2022,2022-11,Republican,House,MI,Tim Walberg,W000798,walberg.house.gov,walberg,https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Jackson, MI—Today, Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-07) announced that the Village of Parma in Jackson County will receive over $2 million from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to upgrade its wastewater collection and treatment system. “I am pleased that Parma has been selected to receive this significant investment designed to help rural areas modernize their wastewater infrastructure. This federal funding will bring much-needed improvements to Parma’s wastewater system and have a lasting impact on the well-being of the community for years to come,” said Walberg.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:24:37Z https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1013,"BERGMAN, MOULTON, SULLIVAN, & BLUMENTHAL INTRODUCE MARINE CORPS COMMEMORATIVE COIN ACT TO CELEBRATE BRANCH’S 250TH ANNIVERSARY",2022-11-17,2022,2022-11,Republican,House,MI,Jack Bergman,B001301,bergman.house.gov,bergman,https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx,scraper,"Proceeds from newly-minted coins would support the National Museum of the Marine Corps & the Marine Corps Heritage Center WASHINGTON – U.S. Representatives Jack Bergman (R-MI) and Seth Moulton (D-MA) and U.S. Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) and Dan Sullivan (R-AK), Veterans of the United States Marine Corps, introduced bipartisan, bicameral legislation authorizing the U.S. Department of the Treasury to mint commemorative coins in celebration of the Marine Corps’ upcoming Birthday. The coins would be produced at no extra cost to taxpayers, and proceeds from coin sales would support efforts to preserve and share the branch’s history and tradition of service to our nation. “This bill and the commemorative coin it will create prompts all Americans to remember the legacy, sacrifice, and service of the United States Marine Corps. For the 250th birthday of the Marine Corps, we will reflect on the blood, sweat, and tears that Marines have poured out for our Nation and we commemorate their fortitude and selfless dedication to the United States. We are forever indebted to those who have chosen to be the few and the proud, and especially to those who gave their last full measure of devotion so that we might remain free,” Bergman said. “My decision to join the Marines was one of the proudest of my life. To this day, I am honored to be amongst the few and the proud,” said Moulton. “The 250th Anniversary of the United States Marine Corps Commemorative Coin Act would honor two and a half centuries of Marine Corps bravery, strength, and sacrifice for our nation. I’m grateful to work alongside Rep. Bergman, Senator Blumenthal, and Senator Sullivan to recognize our beloved Corps through this legislation.” “This bipartisan legislation honors the Marine Corps’ tradition of unwavering bravery and selfless service,” said Blumenthal. “For nearly 250 years, countless men and women have proudly donned the eagle, globe, and anchor while defending freedom around the world. Issuing this commemorative coin will properly recognize the branch’s landmark anniversary and fund efforts to highlight the Corps’ history and sacrifices. I’m proud to join my fellow Marines in introducing this historic measure.” “For nearly 250 years, the Marine Corps has fought our nation’s wars in ‘every clime and place,” Sullivan said. “The 250th Anniversary of the United States Marine Corps Commemorative Coin Act pays tribute to the generations of Marines who have served and sacrificed, upholding the Corps’ motto, Semper Fidelis, ‘Always Faithful.’ By supporting educational programs at the Marine Corps Heritage Center, this act will also help educate future generations on the Marine Corps’ rich history and core values of honor, courage, and commitment.” The 250th Anniversary of the United States Marine Corps Commemorative Coin Act would instruct the U.S. Mint to issue 50,000 limited edition five dollar coins, 400,000 one dollar coins, and 750,000 half-dollar coins. Revenue from the sale of the coins would reimburse the U.S. Mint for designing and issuing expenses, with the remaining proceeds going to support the Marine Corps Heritage Foundation, a charitable organization that funds the National Museum of the Marine Corps and hosts educational, historical, and cultural programs. The legislation is cosponsored by U.S. Senators Roger Wicker (R-MS), Mike Rounds (R-SD), and Todd Young (R-IN) and supported by the United States Marine Corps and the Marine Corps Heritage Foundation. ""Since 1775, Marines have been the first to fight on our shores and across the globe. The Marine Corps Heritage Foundation is thrilled to announce this 250th Anniversary of the United States Marine Corps Commemorative Coin Act to recognize Marines from the past and present who served their Nation with honor, courage and commitment. This is our first step in celebrating and honoring the Marine Corps' 250th Birthday in 2025"" said Major General James W. Lukeman USMC (Ret), President and CEO, Marine Corps Heritage Foundation.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:24:37Z https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-statement-pelosi-stepping-down-leadership,Moolenaar Statement on Pelosi Stepping Down From Leadership,2022-11-17,2022,2022-11,Republican,House,MI,John R. Moolenaar,M001194,moolenaar.house.gov,moolenaar,https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"Today, Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi announced she would no longer serve in House leadership when the new Congress takes office in January of 2023. Congressman John Moolenaar made the following statement regarding that announcement: “I welcome the news that Speaker Pelosi is stepping down from leadership and I wish her and her family well. The American people overwhelmingly believe our country is on the wrong track and much of that has to do with the policies Speaker Pelosi pushed forward, including burdensome regulations on Michigan small businesses and trillions in new spending. With Speaker Pelosi stepping down in the new year, there is now an opportunity for Congress to go in a new direction. I will be working to curb inflation, support American energy independence, and put our country back on the right track.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:24:37Z https://stevens.house.gov/media/press-releases/stevens-dingell-pass-legislation-rename-cantons-va-clinic-after-major-general,"Stevens, Dingell Pass Legislation to Rename Canton’s VA Clinic After Major General Oliver W. Dillard, the First Black Officer to Graduate from the National War College",2022-11-14,2022,2022-11,Democrat,House,MI,Haley M. Stevens,S001215,stevens.house.gov,stevens,https://stevens.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, DC– Today, Rep. Haley Stevens (D-MI) and Rep. Debbie Dingell (D-MI) passed legislation to rename the newly opened VA community based outpatient clinic in Canton after Major General Oliver W. Dillard, the first black officer to graduate from the National War College. On May 26th, Reps. Stevens and Dingell toured the clinic alongside Major General Dillard’s family. “Major General Dillard was an extraordinary American who exemplified what it means to lead a life of service. There are so many reasons to celebrate Mr. Dillard, from the glass ceilings he shattered to the way he courageously served our country for 34 years,” said Rep. Stevens (MI-11). “It was an honor to tour what will be named the ‘Major General Oliver W. Dillard VA Clinic’ alongside the family that he did an incredible job of raising, and I am thrilled that soon, Michiganders everywhere will know Major General Oliver W. Dillard’s name and legacy. May this VA Clinic always serve as a proud commemoration of the man who dedicated his life to defending our freedoms, and as a small token of our appreciation for his exemplary service, leadership, and sacrifice for our country.” “Major General Oliver W. Dillard was a trailblazer who dedicated his life to serving our country,” saidRepresentative Debbie Dingell (MI-12). “It was an honor to join the Dillard family to tour the VA Community Based Outpatient Clinic in Canton, which will bring much needed care for veterans closer to where they live with the goal of serving patients from both Ann Arbor and Detroit’s VA facilities. We were asked by veterans across Southeast Michigan to name the Canton clinic in honor of Major General Dillard, and I’m proud to support Congresswoman Stevens in making this wish a reality. Naming the Canton clinic after Major General Dillard means his story and life will continue to inspire for generations to come.” “The DAV Department of Michigan believes naming the Canton Outpatient Clinic in honor of Major General Dillard is a fitting tribute to his dedication to duty and selfless sacrifices over a lifetime of service to our country,” said Paul Kaiser, Adjutant, Disabled American Veterans Department of Michigan.“Major General Dillard is not only an inspiration to all of us who have served, but also to generations of future veterans that will answer our nation’s call.” “Major General Oliver W. Dillard Senior’s 34 years of exemplary service to our Nation cannot be understated, and the renaming of this facility is a small step towards recognizing his incredible service to our Nation,” said Kevin A. Conklin, State Commander, and Derek Blumke, State Adjutant & Quartermaster, Veterans of Foreign Wars Department of Michigan. “Through the renaming of this facility, our Nation can begin to express its gratitude for all he represented, for his accomplishments during his service, and in breaking down barriers for African American service members.” Oliver W. Dillard’s distinguished career of service began in 1945 when he was first drafted to serve in the European theater during World War II and was selected to serve as company clerk and began to work his way through the ranks. In 1965, Mr. Dillard graduated from the National War College, becoming the first black officer to do so. Throughout Major General Dillard’s distinguished service career, he held various esteemed positions and received nine military awards and two civilian medals, including the Distinguished Service Medal, the Silver Star, the Purple Heart, and the Combat Infantryman’s Badge with Star. Mr. Dillard retired in 1980 from military service-US Army as a Major General after 34 years of service and resided in Canton, Michigan, where he later passed in 2015. Rep. Stevens’ and Dingell’s bill is cosponsored by the entire Michigan House delegation, supported by Senators Stabenow and Peters, and is endorsed by the Veterans of Foreign Wars Department of Michigan, the Disabled American Veterans Department of Michigan, and the American Legion Department of Michigan. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:24:37Z https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/michiganders-continue-pay-bidens-crippling-inflation,Michiganders Continue to Pay For Biden's Crippling Inflation,2022-11-10,2022,2022-11,Republican,House,MI,John R. Moolenaar,M001194,moolenaar.house.gov,moolenaar,https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"This morning, the U.S. Department of Labor announced that inflation is at 7.7 percent. This is the tenth consecutive month that Michiganders are facing over 7.0 percent inflation rates and the 17th consecutive month over 5.0 percent. Michigan families and seniors continue to face some of the highest inflation rates since the 1980s. ""President Biden's inflation crisis is forcing Michigan families and seniors to spend hundreds of dollars extra each month to fill up their gas tank, keep their fridge full of food, and to heat their home. The trillions in wasteful spending from this administration has sent the cost of living soaring and put the economy on the path to another recession,"" said Congressman John Moolenaar. ""I am working to reverse the policies of this failed administration so the economy will work for Michiganders again."" New analysis shows that inflation is costing Michiganders an additional $700 each month.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:24:37Z https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/biden-raising-costs-energy-consumers-again,Biden Raising Costs on Energy Consumers Again,2022-10-31,2022,2022-10,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 in response to President Biden calling for higher taxes on American energy companies this afternoon: ""Michiganders are already facing higher energy prices because of President Biden's policies, and now he wants to raise taxes again on American energy. These higher costs will be passed on to Michigan families and hurt their pocketbooks,” said Moolenaar. ""Instead of raising taxes on energy producers, we must encourage American energy development, including more oil and gas, that will create jobs and bolster our national security."" The Latest on President Biden's Anti-Energy Agenda: Another Biden Energy Crisis: National Diesel Shortage Means Higher Costs for Michigan Families Moolenaar: “Biden is Using Nation’s Emergency Supply of Oil to Bail Out His Failing Policies""",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:20:33Z https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1010,Bergman Urges Biden Administration to Put American Energy First,2022-10-27,2022,2022-10,Republican,House,MI,Jack Bergman,B001301,bergman.house.gov,bergman,https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx,scraper,"This week, Rep. Jack Bergman joined his fellow Michigan Republican members in sending a letter to Department of Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm, imploring the Biden Administration to prioritize American energy. With gas prices continuing to rise and domestic energy production stalled by the Administration, Rep. Bergman and his colleagues stressed the need to ramp up our oil production and reduce dependence on foreign nations. The letter also detailed the dire economic strain that Michiganders are feeling in response to the recent announcement that the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) will cut its oil production by two million barrels per day beginning in November. Gas prices are continuing to rise in anticipation of these cuts and without Secretary Granholm’s immediate action, the pain at the pump will worsen and our Nation’s energy independence will be further crippled. Rep. Bergman also chastised the Biden Administration for kowtowing to OPEC and scaling back sanctions on Venezuela before ever considering unleashing our American energy potential. Bergman and his Republican colleagues also noted that the United States is currently sitting on 264 billion barrels of untapped oil, yet this Administration has leased fewer acres for oil-and-gas drilling offshore and on federal land than any other administration dating back to World War II. In his call to action, Congressman Bergman demanded that the Energy Secretary detail her plan to increase domestic oil and gas production and to replenish the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) that the Administration has depleted to its lowest level since 1984. Putting American energy first again remains of the utmost importance to Rep. Bergman, as it should to the Biden Administration as well. Read the full text of the letter here.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:34:28Z https://stevens.house.gov/media/press-releases/american-hostage-task-force-co-chairs-reps-stevens-and-hill-issue-statement,American Hostage Task Force Co-Chairs Reps. Stevens and Hill Issue Statement on Russian Court’s Denial of Brittney Griner’s Appeal,2022-10-27,2022,2022-10,Democrat,House,MI,Haley M. Stevens,S001215,stevens.house.gov,stevens,https://stevens.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, DC – Today, Congressional Task Force on American Hostages and Americans Wrongfully Detained Abroad Co-Chairs Rep. Haley Stevens (MI-11) and Rep. French Hill (AR-2) released the following statement in response to a Russian court’s decision to deny Brittney Griner's appeal for a reduced prison sentence: ""Russia's decision to uphold Brittney Griner's nine-year prison sentence is another example of Russia choosing to play political games in the midst of their illegal war in Ukraine and make a mockery of the justice system. Brittney Griner is not a political pawn, she is an American who has had nearly eight months stolen from her and shouldn't spend another moment in Russian detention. While this outcome is unsurprising, it is unacceptable. Our task force will continue to work with the Biden Administration until Brittney Griner, Paul Whelan, and other Americans wrongly detained abroad are free and reunited with their loved ones.""",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:20:33Z https://mcclain.house.gov/2022/10/mcclain-the-emergency-powers-from-the-covid-19-pandemic-is-nothing-more-than-a-political-tool-for-the-democrats-at-this-point,McClain: “The Emergency Powers from the COVID-19 Pandemic is Nothing More than a Political Tool for the Democrats at this Point”,2022-10-25,2022,2022-10,Republican,House,MI,Lisa C. McClain,M001136,mcclain.house.gov,mcclain,https://mcclain.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C.- Today, Congresswoman Lisa McClain (R-MI) led her colleagues in demanding answers from President Biden on his reasoning behind two of the latest COVID-19 controversies: extending the Public Health Emergency and adding the COVID-19 vaccine to the childhood immunization schedule. “The emergency powers from the COVID-19 pandemic are nothing more than a political tool for the Democrats at this point,” said Rep. Lisa McClain. “They know that they can’t get their progressive agenda passed through Congress, so instead they use COVID as an excuse to keep the Public Health Emergency in place. Now, they are taking it a step further and putting our children at risk by adding the COVID-19 vaccine to the childhood immunization schedule even though the vast majority of children who contract COVID-19 are not at risk of severe infection. This is nothing more than political theater, and it is disgusting that this Administration is willing to go this far.” Congresswoman McClain was joined in her efforts by RSC Chairman Jim Banks, Rep. Rick Crawford (R-AR), Rep. Debbie Lesko (R-AZ), Rep. Lauren Boebert (R-CO), Rep. Scott Franklin (R-FL), Rep. Bill Posey (R-FL), Rep. Mary Miller (R-IL), Rep. Andy Harris (R-MD), Rep. Michael Guest (R-MS), Rep. Chris Jacobs (R-NY), Rep. Joseph Sempolinski (R-NY), Rep. Warren Davidson (R-OH), Rep. Jeff Duncan (R-SC), Rep. Ralph Norman (R-SC), Rep. William Timmons (R-SC), Rep. Diana Harshbarger (R-TN), Rep. Michael Cloud (R-TX), Rep. Chip Roy (R-TX).",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:34:28Z https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/another-biden-energy-crisis-national-diesel-shortage-means-higher-costs,Another Biden Energy Crisis: National Diesel Shortage Means Higher Costs for Michigan Families,2022-10-25,2022,2022-10,Republican,House,MI,John R. Moolenaar,M001194,moolenaar.house.gov,moolenaar,https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"The national supply of diesel is now at a critically low point, with estimates that there is only enough diesel supply left to last 25 days. “Diesel is used to deliver so many of the products we buy every day and all of us will face even higher costs because of this diesel shortage. President Biden and the Democrats control Washington and they have failed to ensure Michigan families have the affordable energy they need for their homes, farms, and businesses. The Democrats and their allies have discouraged oil and gas production, while pushing hundreds of billions of taxpayer dollars into energy sources that are not ready to meet the needs of our nation,” said Congressman John Moolenaar. “When Republicans were in charge, America had affordable energy and low inflation. The right policies matter, and we can have those things again if we reverse Biden’s disastrous policies.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:34:28Z https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-dingell-introduce-pace-expanded-act-strengthen-senior-care-0,"Moolenaar, Dingell Introduce PACE Expanded Act to Strengthen Senior Care",2022-10-25,2022,2022-10,Republican,House,MI,John R. Moolenaar,M001194,moolenaar.house.gov,moolenaar,https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"Today, Congressman John Moolenaar (MI-04) and Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) introduced the PACE Expanded Act, legislation to strengthen the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE). The PACE Expanded Act would support the expansion of current PACE programs and facilitate the establishment of new ones by giving PACE programs greater flexibility to enroll beneficiaries throughout the year, improving PACE access and affordability for Medicare-only beneficiaries, and establishing a pilot program to help test PACE models in new populations. “This legislation will help Michigan seniors who need long-term care and provide them with more options, including the potential to receive care at home without having to travel long distances. That option means a lot to our seniors, especially in rural communities, who can save time and money by receiving care in their own home,” said Moolenaar. “This is common sense, bipartisan legislation that reduces red tape and makes the PACE program available to more Michigan seniors. The PACE Association of Michigan does outstanding work for seniors and we are proud to have their support for this legislation.” “The PACE model has been remarkably successful in helping seniors and Americans with disabilities age and live with dignity. As the third-largest PACE state, Michigan’s PACE providers deliver critical long-term supportive services for individuals wishing to remain in their homes, which is overwhelmingly the setting Americans prefer. Access to this program makes a real difference, but hundreds of thousands of Americans continue to sit on waitlists to receive home and community-based services,” said Dingell. “We must do more to ensure Americans have the option to live independently in the comfort of their own homes. With the PACE Expanded Act, we can put these long-term supports in reach for those who need them the most.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:34:28Z https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases/walberg-michigan-colleagues-urge-granholm-unleash-american-energy,"Walberg, Michigan Colleagues Urge Granholm to Unleash American Energy",2022-10-24,2022,2022-10,Republican,House,MI,Tim Walberg,W000798,walberg.house.gov,walberg,https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representative Tim Walberg (MI-07) led his Michigan Republican colleagues in sending a letter to U.S. Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm regarding the Biden administration’s lack of action to boost domestic energy production. Following the Biden administration getting rebuffed by OPEC, the Michigan lawmakers highlight the threat to America’s energy and economic security that comes with an increased reliance on foreign oil. The letter was co-authored by Reps. Jack Bergman (MI-01), Bill Huizenga (MI-02), Peter Meijer (MI-03), John Moolenaar (MI-04), Fred Upton (MI-06), and Lisa McClain (MI-10). “On October 5, the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) announced that it will cut its oil production by two million barrels per day beginning in November. Gas prices in Michigan have begun to rise in response to the anticipated cuts, up nearly forty cents a gallon since last month. Already, more than 20 million families are behind on their utility bills. This is another price hike Americans cannot afford,” the Michigan lawmakers wrote in the letter. The full text of the letter is below and a PDF can be downloaded HERE. Dear Secretary Granholm: As gas prices begin to rise again in our shared home state of Michigan, we continue to be concerned about the lack of action to increase domestic energy production from the U.S. Department of Energy and the Biden administration. Recently, the consequences of this inaction have once again become apparent. On October 5, the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) announced that it will cut its oil production by two million barrels per day beginning in November. Gas prices in Michigan have begun to rise in response to the anticipated cuts, up nearly forty cents a gallon since last month. Already, more than 20 million families are behind on their utility bills. This is another price hike Americans cannot afford. As the Biden administration’s policies have crippled American energy independence, the United States has become increasingly reliant on foreign oil and petroleum products. Despite repeated warnings from experts and Republican Members of Congress, this increased reliance on foreign oil threatens both our energy and economic security. Instead of unleashing American energy, the administration unsuccessfully campaigned for OPEC to increase production. After being rebuffed, there are now reports that the White House is preparing to scale down sanctions on Venezuela’s authoritarian regime to allow oil exports. These actions are completely at odds with the reality of United States energy potential. The United States is sitting on 264 billion barrels of untapped oil , yet this administration has leased fewer acres for oil-and-gas drilling offshore and on federal land than any other administration dating back to the end of World War II. This summer, when gas prices were the highest in history, President Biden announced plans to block new offshore oil drilling in the Atlantic and Pacific oceans. Amid an already tight energy market and record high inflation, the OPEC cuts will have significant impacts beyond prices at the pump. Despite these concerning trends, both your department and the White House have not adequately outlined how you plan to address these significant shortfalls in global production and the impact it will have on American consumers. Please respond to the following by November 18, 2022: 1. Describe what specific actions you are taking or are prepared to take to increase domestic oil and gas production. 2. Describe your interactions with other federal agencies, the states, and the White House related to oil and petroleum product exploration and production. 3. Describe your interactions with other federal agencies, the states, and the White House related to the status of current and future oil and gas infrastructure. 4. To temporarily lower gas prices and calm global markets, the administration depleted the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) to the lowest level since 1984. On October 20, President Biden announced the sale of an additional 15 million barrels. Describe what specific actions you are taking or are prepared to take to replenish the SPR and increase emergency reserves. 5. Describe your interactions with the Environmental Protection Agency concerning any policies, actions, and regulations that reduce energy production, such as recent enforcement actions involving using ozone standards to curb energy production in the Permian Basin. 6. Describe your interactions with other federal agencies and the White House related to implementing an export ban on U.S. crude oil, gasoline, and/or diesel and how this action would impact gas prices. 7. List all regulatory actions you are considering or have taken since the start of the administration to alleviate high gas prices. We look forward to your response to this request.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:34:28Z https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/chemistry-caucus-co-chairs-introduce-legislation-supporting-national,Chemistry Caucus Co-Chairs Introduce Legislation Supporting National Chemistry Week 2022,2022-10-20,2022,2022-10,Republican,House,MI,John R. Moolenaar,M001194,moolenaar.house.gov,moolenaar,https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"Congressman John Moolenaar (R-MI) and Congresswoman Cheri Bustos (D-IL), co-chairs of the Congressional Chemistry Caucus, have introduced a resolution to recognize October 16-22 as National Chemistry Week. “Chemistry benefits every American with new innovations in science, medicine, and the household goods we use every day. Chemistry is a key part of the economy, employing Americans with good-paying jobs and helping ensure our country leads the world for years to come. National Chemistry Week is a celebration of how chemistry makes the world a better place and it encourages talented students to look at careers in science,” said Moolenaar. “From the development of the mRNA vaccine to making biofuel production more efficient, the impact chemistry can have on our day-to-day lives is limitless. That’s why, as scientific advancements in chemistry continue to propel our nation and world forward, I’m proud to recognize National Chemistry Week and the critical role that chemistry plays in every industry and economy,” said Bustos. Learn more about National Chemistry Week and this year’s theme, the “Chemistry of Fabrics.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:34:28Z https://mcclain.house.gov/2022/10/rep-mcclain-i-stand-with-the-iranian-women-like-mahsa-amini-who-have-risked-and-given-their-lives-advocating-for-human-rights-and-standing-up-for-their-freedom-against-the-tyrannical-iranian-regime,"Rep. McClain: “I Stand with the Iranian Women, like Mahsa Amini, Who Have Risked and Given Their Lives Advocating for Human Rights and Standing Up for Their Freedom against the tyrannical Iranian regime.”",2022-10-19,2022,2022-10,Republican,House,MI,Lisa C. McClain,M001136,mcclain.house.gov,mcclain,https://mcclain.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C.—Rep. Lisa McClain (R-MI) led her House colleagues in demanding Iran’s removal from the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women. The group sent a letter outlining their disgust to Linda Thomas-Greenfield, United States Ambassador to the United Nations. “I stand by the Iranian women, like Mahsa Amini, who have risked and given their lives advocating for human rights and standing up for their freedom against the tyrannical Iranian regime,” said Rep. Lisa McClain. “The United States is a beacon of freedom and hope for all, and our lackluster response on the world stage is unacceptable and inexcusable. That is why I am demanding the immediate removal of Iran from the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women.” Co-signers of the letter include RSC Chairman Banks, Rep. McKinley, Rep. Weber, Rep. Mace, Rep. Steube, Rep. Wagner, Rep. Tenney, Rep. Waltz, Rep. Salazar, Rep. Budd, Rep. Franklin, Rep. Gimenez, Rep. Fitzpatrick, Rep. Walberg, Rep. Steel and Rep. Guest. The full text of the letter can be found here. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:34:28Z https://stevens.house.gov/media/press-releases/house-speaker-pelosi-joins-reps-stevens-and-dingell-novi-celebrate-electric,House Speaker Pelosi Joins Reps. Stevens and Dingell in Novi to Celebrate Electric Vehicle Wins in the Inflation Reduction Act,2022-10-19,2022,2022-10,Democrat,House,MI,Haley M. Stevens,S001215,stevens.house.gov,stevens,https://stevens.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, DC– Today, Rep. Haley Stevens (MI-11) hosted House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Rep. Debbie Dingell (MI-12) at Our Next Energy (ONE), a start-up energy storage company in Novi, to tour their state-of-the-art EV battery manufacturing facilities and highlight policies to advance electric vehicle technologies in the recently enacted Inflation Reduction Act. Also in attendance were State Senator Rosemary Bayer, State Reps. Kelly Breen and Ranjeev Puri, and Director of Strategic Talent Initiatives Spencer Lucker of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation. “Michigan put the world on wheels and now, we are innovating a more sustainable future right here in the heart of the industrial Midwest,” said Rep. Haley Stevens (MI-11). “House Democrats led by Speaker Pelosi worked tirelessly to see the Inflation Reduction Act passed and signed into law by President Biden which constitutes the single largest investment in transportation electrification in U.S. history. The impacts of this bill on businesses and consumers alike are historic and new EV tax credits will allow millions of Americans to make the switch to an electric vehicle. I am so proud of the work that our Michigan manufacturers and workers are doing to electrify our auto sector and I will always be their champion in the United States Congress.” “It is a thrill to see firsthand how Democrats’ Inflation Reduction Act is spurring clean energy innovation here in Michigan while fueling opportunity for working families,” Speaker Nancy Pelosi said. “Driven by the tireless leadership of Congresswoman Haley Stevens and Congresswoman Debbie Dingell, the Democratic House proudly delivered historic investments to help businesses like ONE expand their operations, create more good-paying jobs and get more electric vehicles on the road. As these investments are put to work, House Democrats remain laser-focused on slashing energy bills, combating the climate crisis and widening the path to prosperity for all Michiganders.” “American workers are building electric vehicles that are affordable and efficient right here in Michigan – that’s why we prioritized EV policy in the Inflation Reduction Act to help the transition to electrification and keep the U.S. at the forefront of manufacturing, technology, and innovation,” said Rep. Debbie Dingell (MI-12). “With this legislation, we are investing in good-paying American jobs, reducing our dependency on foreign manufacturing, and strengthening our economic, national, and environmental security, while setting the foundation for long-term growth. As Rep. Stevens and I work together to support industry in our shared communities like Novi, I’m proud to welcome Speaker Pelosi to Southeastern Michigan to see first-hand how we are leading the way in American mobility.” “The Inflation Reduction Act will allow us to reinvest in product research and development, grow our manufacturing base, and build the domestic supply chain needed for a green industrial revolution,” said Mujeeb Ijaz, founder and CEO of ONE. “Today’s visit underscores how deep collaboration between members of Congress, state leaders, and private industry is crucial to accelerating our domestic clean energy economy. We’re proud to be on a path that allows us to support the creation of new high-quality jobs that strengthen our energy security.” The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) is a generational investment in the United States’ clean energy economy. Investments from the IRA will help the U.S. compete in the global transition to electric vehicles by driving down battery costs and incentivizing the production and purchase of EVs in the United States. Tax credits from the Inflation Reduction Act will create more than 260,000 jobs to make battery and fuel cell EVs up to $7,5000 cheaper, while expanding access to EV charging.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:34:28Z https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-biden-using-nations-emergency-supply-oil-bail-out-his-failing,"Moolenaar: “Biden is Using Nation’s Emergency Supply of Oil to Bail Out His Failing Policies""",2022-10-18,2022,2022-10,Republican,House,MI,John R. Moolenaar,M001194,moolenaar.house.gov,moolenaar,https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"The Biden administration is planning to release 10 to 15 million barrels of oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR). The SPR is already at its lowest levels in the last 40 years after the Biden administration released 200 million barrels earlier this year. ""President Biden is using our nation’s emergency supply of oil to bail out his failing policies. He should be supporting policies that make it easier to produce oil and gas here in America,” said Congressman John Moolenaar. ""When Republicans led from 2017 through 2021, the national average for gasoline was never more than $3.00 a gallon. Now Michigan families regularly pay $4.00 a gallon or more while Biden drains our nation’s emergency supply of oil.” Image",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:20:33Z https://stevens.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-stevens-and-joyce-introduce-stop-nurse-shortages-act,Reps. Stevens and Joyce Introduce the Stop Nurse Shortages Act,2022-10-18,2022,2022-10,Democrat,House,MI,Haley M. Stevens,S001215,stevens.house.gov,stevens,https://stevens.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, DC– Today, Reps. Haley Stevens (D-MI) and David Joyce (R-OH) introduced the Stop Nurse Shortages Act. This legislation helps fight the national nurse shortage by authorizing a $10 million/year grant program to help nursing schools create, expand or support an accelerated nursing degree program. “Nurses are heroes. Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, they have selflessly served on the frontlines, ensuring patients receive the care they deserve. We need more of these heroes.” said Rep. Haley Stevens (D-MI). “Unfortunately, retirement, pandemic-related burnout, and other factors have caused many nurses to leave the workforce, exacerbating the nurse shortage in the United States. The Stop Nurse Shortages Act tackles this issue by providing resources to create and expand accelerated nursing programs, removing barriers for entry for those with undergraduate degrees in other disciplines who are interested in entering the nursing field. I am proud to introduce this bipartisan legislation that fights the national nurse shortage, supports our current health care providers, and inspires future ones.” “The bottom line is that any challenge facing our nation’s nurses hurts the health and wellbeing of the American people,” said Rep. Joyce (R-OH), Co-Chair of the Congressional Nursing Caucus. “If we don’t come together to fight the ongoing nursing shortage, America’s patient population will pay the price. That’s why I’m proud to reach across the aisle to introduce the Stop Nurse Shortages Act. We must ensure that those who are interested in pursuing a career in nursing have access to the high-quality education and training opportunities necessary to do so. This bipartisan bill does just that.” “Ensuring a robust supply of registered nurses and advanced practice registered nurses is essential to maintaining the health of our nation,” said Dr. Cynthia McCurren, Board Chair for the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN). “Academic nursing leaders applaud Rep. Haley Stevens for introducing the Stop Nurse Shortages Act, which will help expand capacity in schools of nursing while providing much needed financial assistance to future nurses.” “Accelerated programs provide an efficient pathway to preparing new registered nurses in both baccalaureate and master’s programs,” said Dr. Deborah Trautman, AACN President and Chief Executive Officer. “By increasing federal support for these programs, Congress can make a real difference in addressing the nursing shortage by increasing the number of well-qualified nurses available to provide care and keep patients safe.” “On behalf of almost 1,100 schools of nursing and nearly 45,000 members, the National League for Nursing applauds Rep. Stevens for her leadership in proposing this important measure to address our nation’s nursing shortage,” said Dr. Beverly Malone, PhD, RN, FAAN, President and Chief Executive Officer, National League for Nursing. “The “Stop Nurse Shortages Act” will make a vital contribution in supporting accelerated degree programs to assist students, expand clinical training opportunities, and help schools of nursing recruit and retain the faculty essential to address the critical workforce shortages exposed during the COVID-19 pandemic. We are grateful for her leadership and look forward to working with her to pass this legislation.” “The shortage of nurses is disrupting our entire health care system. Michigan hospitals welcome every effort to increase the availability of education opportunities for those who wish to join the high-skilled career of nursing,” said Brian Peters, Chief Executive Officer, Michigan Health & Hospital Association. “The MHA applauds this comprehensive effort to fund capacity, faculty, and student financial assistance for accelerated training programs.” The US Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 194,500 average annual openings for registered nurses (RNs) between 2021 and 2031. In 2020, the average age for RNs was 52 years old with more than twenty percent planning to retire within the next five years. In 2021 U.S. nursing schools turned away 91,938 qualified applications from baccalaureate and graduate nursing programs due to an insufficient number of faculty, clinical sites, clinical preceptors, and budget constraints. In addition, a total of 1,965 faculty vacancies were identified in a survey of 935 nursing schools with baccalaureate and/or graduate programs across the country. One solution to ensure sufficient supply of qualified RNs is through accelerated nursing programs, which allow individuals with previous undergraduate degrees in non-nursing fields to fast-track programmatic objectives while maintaining the same number of clinical hours as their counterparts in traditional nursing programs. While different by institution, fast-track baccalaureate programs take roughly 11 and 18 months to complete and roughly 3 years for a master’s degree. The Stop Nurse Shortages Act will provide grants to these nursing schools to hire and retain faculty and preceptors, increase the number of clinical training sites, and offer financial assistance to students. Bill summary here. The Stop Nurse Shortages Act is endorsed by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing, the American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology, the National League for Nursing, and the Michigan Hospital Association. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:20:33Z https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/biden-democrats-hurt-michigan-families-another-month-inflation,"Biden, Democrats Hurt Michigan Families With Another Month of Inflation",2022-10-13,2022,2022-10,Republican,House,MI,John R. Moolenaar,M001194,moolenaar.house.gov,moolenaar,https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"This morning, the U.S. Department of Labor announced that inflation is at 8.2 percent. This is the ninth consecutive month that Michiganders are facing over 7.0 percent inflation rates and the 16th consecutive month over 5.0 percent. Michigan families and seniors continue to face some of the highest inflation rates since the 1980s. ""President Biden's inflation crisis has been hurting Michigan families and seniors for more than a year and a half. They have been forced to spend hundreds of dollars more each month to put gas in their car, put food on their table, and cover the cost of living in Biden's economy,"" said Congressman John Moolenaar. ""When Republicans led the House of Representatives, we had a strong economy with low inflation and affordable energy. We can get there again if we reverse the policies of this failed administration.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:20:33Z https://mcclain.house.gov/2022/10/cmcclain-announces-u-s-service-academy-nomination-process-for-the-class-of-2027,McClain Announces U.S. Service Academy Nomination Process for the Class of 2027,2022-10-07,2022,2022-10,Republican,House,MI,Lisa C. McClain,M001136,mcclain.house.gov,mcclain,https://mcclain.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, MI—Rep. Lisa McClain is now accepting applications from qualified students in Michigan’s 10th District who seek nomination for the United States Air Force Academy, the United States Merchant Marine Academy, United States Naval Academy and The United States Military Academy at West Point for the Class of 2027. Representative McClain may nominate up to ten individuals for each academy. Individuals who wish to compete for nomination and admission to one of the United service academies should first apply directly to the service academies they are interested in attending. They should then apply for nomination from Rep. McClain using the link below. All required application materials must be submitted by October 21, 2022.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:20:33Z https://mcclain.house.gov/2022/10/rep-mcclain-condemns-iran-for-cyberattacks-on-albania,Rep. McClain Condemns Iran for Cyberattacks on Albania,2022-10-07,2022,2022-10,Republican,House,MI,Lisa C. McClain,M001136,mcclain.house.gov,mcclain,https://mcclain.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C.- Congresswoman Lisa McClain (R-MI), proud co-chair of the Congressional Albanian Issues Caucus, introduced with her co-chairs a bipartisan resolution condemning Iran for committing cyberattacks against our NATO Ally, Albania. “The government of Iran must be held accountable for their attack on our NATO Ally,” said Rep. McClain. “As a member of the Albanian Issues Caucus, I am proud to be at the forefront of this movement to condemn Iran for their attack on Albania.” ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:20:33Z https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases/walberg-tours-monroe-county-manufacturers-national-manufacturing-day,Walberg Tours Monroe County Manufacturers for National Manufacturing Day,2022-10-06,2022,2022-10,Republican,House,MI,Tim Walberg,W000798,walberg.house.gov,walberg,https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Monroe, MI—Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-07) visited manufacturing facilities in Monroe County on Thursday in recognition of National Manufacturing Day. Walberg made stops at Ort Tool & Die, Premier Industries Corporation, and Spartan Steel Coating, where he spoke with workers and students about the importance of apprenticeships and career and technical education. “On Manufacturing Day, it was a privilege to celebrate our state’s manufacturing sector by visiting a number of local job creators in Monroe County. It is an honor represent such a strong manufacturing district filled with a dedicated workforce that keeps Michigan on the forefront of making high quality products. To boost Michigan manufacturing, it is critical to redouble our efforts to build a talent pipeline to fill in-demand jobs and inspire today’s students to pursue rewarding careers in the fields of manufacturing and technology,"" said Walberg.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:20:33Z https://stevens.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-stevens-serve-new-american-hostage-task-force-co-chair,Rep. Stevens to Serve as New American Hostage Task Force Co-Chair,2022-10-04,2022,2022-10,Democrat,House,MI,Haley M. Stevens,S001215,stevens.house.gov,stevens,https://stevens.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, DC– Today, Rep. Haley Stevens (MI-11) announced she will serve as the new co-chair of the Congressional Task Force on American Hostages and Americans Wrongfully Detained Abroad. Rep. Stevens is taking over Congressman Ted Deutch’s (FL-22) chairmanship, who previously co-chaired the task force with Rep. French Hill (AR-2), since launching it last year. Friday, September 30th was Congressman Deutch’s last day in Congress. “Since entering Congress, I have been fighting for the release of my constituent Paul Whelan, who has been wrongfully detained in Russia for nearly four years,” said Rep. Haley Stevens (MI-11). “Americans will not be used as political pawns, and it is an honor to continue working to free every wrongfully detained American in my new capacity as co-chair of the American Hostage Task Force. Under the leadership of Reps. Deutch and Hill, our bipartisan task force has done incredible work to increase communication, streamline resources, and reunite families. I am grateful to Congressman Deutch for his previous service as co-chair, and look forward to advancing the task force’s core mission of bringing every wrongfully detained American home.” “Congresswoman Haley Stevens is a champion for the families of American hostages and wrongful detainees, dedicated to bringing every American wrongfully held abroad home,”said Former Rep. Ted Deutch (FL-22). “As a fierce advocate for her constituent, Paul Whelan, and his family, she understands how painful and personal this issue can be. The Congressional Task Force on American Hostages and Americans Wrongfully Detained Abroad will benefit immensely from her leadership in the months and years to come.” “I’m proud to welcome my friend, Rep. Haley Stevens, as the newest co-chair of the American Hostage Task Force,” said Rep. French Hill (AR-2). “Rep. Stevens has been an outspoken advocate calling for the release of her constituent, Paul Whelan, from Russia, and I’m looking forward to working with her to do everything we can to bring Americans wrongfully detained home.” “The Whelan family is delighted to know that Congresswoman Haley Stevens will be taking on a leadership role with the Congressional Task Force on American Hostages and Americans Wrongfully Detained Abroad,” said Elizabeth Whelan, sister of Paul Whelan.“Rep. Stevens has been a champion for Paul Whelan, who has been wrongfully in Russia for almost 4 years, and has courageously spoken out for Paul through his entire ordeal. We are certain she will be as staunch an ally for all Americans wrongfully detained overseas, and for their families here in the US fighting hostile foreign governments to obtain their loved one's release.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:20:33Z https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-supports-resolution-recognizing-national-4-h-week,Moolenaar Supports Resolution Recognizing National 4-H Week,2022-10-03,2022,2022-10,Republican,House,MI,John R. Moolenaar,M001194,moolenaar.house.gov,moolenaar,https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"Congressman John Moolenaar has cosponsored legislation recognizing the week of October 2-8 as National 4-H Week. ""Agriculture is a vital part of Michigan’s economy, and 4-H helps young people in Michigan become the next generation of leaders our state needs. The 4-H organization does incredible work in our communities and I have seen firsthand the positive impact 4-H has made on the lives of young Michiganders,"" said Moolenaar. According to 4-H, it was founded in 1924 and has over 200,000 participating children in Michigan.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:20:33Z https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-votes-against-spending-bill-fails-michigan-residents,Moolenaar Votes Against Spending Bill That Fails Michigan Residents,2022-09-30,2022,2022-09,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 against legislation that temporarily funds the federal government until December 16. ""This legislation does nothing to address the serious concerns of Michigan families and seniors who are dealing with higher prices for home heating, gas, and food. Inflation is at the highest levels in four decades, supply chain problems continue, and Biden’s spending has made all of these problems worse,” said Congressman Moolenaar. ""We must stop Biden’s spending, unleash American energy production and get the country back on track. When Republicans led the House of Representatives, we had a strong economy, low inflation, and affordable energy. We can do this again with a budget that works for American families.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:08:33Z https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1007,Bergman's Bipartisan Resolution: Veterans And Servicemembers - Thank You For Our Freedom,2022-09-29,2022,2022-09,Republican,House,MI,Jack Bergman,B001301,bergman.house.gov,bergman,https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx,scraper,"Today, Rep. Jack Bergman (MI-01) along with Rep. J. Luis Correa (CA-46) introduced a resolution expressing support for replacing the term “Thank you for your service” with “Thank you for our freedom”. The resolution renews and affirms Americans’ commitment to support and thank servicemen and women for preserving our freedom so that Americans will always remember the crucial role our Servicemembers and Veterans have in our history. This resolution will also help place a Veteran’s sacrifice in a personal context for individuals by encouraging them to thank a Veteran for the freedom we enjoy because of their service to our Nation. “As a Nation, we have an obligation to support the brave men and women of our Armed Forces who risk their lives to protect the freedom of the American people, and our allies. Because of their service, we as Americans continue to live in a free Nation with the opportunity to prosper. This resolution will help ensure those of us blessed to call America home understand the personal importance of our servicemen and women’s sacrifice for our Nation” Rep. Bergman stated. Rep. Correa noted, “All gave some and many made the ultimate sacrifice. Every servicemember deserves our respect and gratitude. I’m proud to cosponsor this legislation to express our thanks and honor the brave men and women who have and continue to put their lives on the line for our country.” Background: At the close of World War II, Chief of Naval Operations, Admiral Chester Nimitz, selected Roy ‘‘Butch’’ Voris to form a Navy flight exhibition team, later to be known as the Blue Angels. As the First Blue Angel, Butch created an image that became symbolic of the United States Navy, American patriotism, and American freedom. One day, while having lunch with a fellow aviator and wearing his ‘‘1st Blue’’ ball cap, someone walked by Butch’s table and said, ‘‘Thank you for your service’’. Butch’s friend realized that Butch was surprised, so he explained that this was a phrase that people said to show appreciation for the military, and, without missing a beat, Butch announced for all to hear, ‘‘He should thank us for his freedom’’. Butch has since passed but his message should live on forever, and in honor of all who currently serve in the Armed Forces and our 20,000,000 living veterans, this resolution proclaims that the best way to show recognition, respect, and honor for those who have put and continue to put their lives on the line is to declare ‘‘Thank you for our freedom’’.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:08:33Z https://mcclain.house.gov/2022/9/rep-lisa-mcclain-leads-colleagues-in-demanding-sanctions-on-algeria-for-purchase-of-russian-weapons,Rep. Lisa McClain Leads Colleagues in Demanding Sanctions on Algeria for Purchase of Russian Weapons,2022-09-29,2022,2022-09,Republican,House,MI,Lisa C. McClain,M001136,mcclain.house.gov,mcclain,https://mcclain.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Lisa McClain (R-MI) led a bipartisan group of colleagues in demanding sanctions against Algeria for its purchase of Russian arms, a violation of the Countering America’s Adversaries Through Sanctions Act. “There is no sugarcoating it, Algeria’s growing relationship with Russia poses a threat to every nation across the globe” said Rep. Lisa McClain. “Just last year, Algeria finalized an arms deal of over $7 billion with Russia, which included an advanced Russian fighter aircraft that have never been sold before. Their actions should send a clear signal to the State Department that sanctions must be implemented on the Algerian government. I am calling on Secretary Blinken to assert his sanctions authority and send a message that the United States will not tolerate diplomatic support of Putin’s tyrannical regime.” Co-signers of the letter include: Reps. Banks (R-IN), Aderholt (R-AL), Bacon (R-NE), Carter (R-GA), Cohen (D-TN), Costa (D-CA), Crawford (R-AK), Curtis (R-UT), Diaz-Balart (R-FL), Fitzpatrick (R-PA), Gooden (R-TX), Jackson (R-TX), Kaptur (D-OH), LaMalfa (R-CA), Lamborn (R-CO), Owens (R-UT), Reschenthaler (R-PA), Ruppersberger (D-MD), Ryan (D-OH), Scott (R-GA), Stewart (R-UT), Taylor (R-TX), Weber (R-TX), Webster (R-FL), Wilson (R-SC) and Wittman (R-VA). The full text of the letter is below: Dear Secretary Blinken, We write to you today to voice our concerns over the recent reports of the ever-growing ties between the Russian Federation and the People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria. As you know, Russia is Algeria’s largest military arms supplier. Last year alone, Algeria finalized an arms purchase with Russia that totaled over $7 billion. In this deal, Algeria agreed to purchase advanced Russian fighter aircraft, including Sukhoi 57. Previously, Russia had not agreed to sell this particular aircraft to any other nation until now. This military transfer has made Algeria the 3rd largest recipient of Russian arms in the world. In 2017, Congress passed the Countering America’s Adversaries Through Sanctions Act (CAATSA.) This legislation directs the President of the United States to impose sanctions on individuals who knowingly, “engages in a significant transaction with a person that is part of, or operates for or on behalf of, the defense or intelligence sectors of the Government of the Russian Federation.” The President has delegated sanctions authority to the Secretary of State, in consultation with the Secretary of the Treasury. This recent Algeria-Russia arms purchase would clearly be categorized as “a significant transaction” under CAATSA. Yet, no sanctions available to you have been crafted by the State Department. As the war in Ukraine continues, Russia is in desperate need of funds to continue its war effort. Russia’s attempt to punish the European Union’s involvement in the conflict by blocking sales of natural gas to European countries has left President Vladimir Putin with few income streams into Russian government coffers. It is likely Russia will continue to push for additional arms sales. It is critical that President Biden and his administration prepare to sanction those who attempt to fund the Russian government, and its war machine, through the purchase of military equipment. Therefore, we request you begin to immediately implement significant sanctions on those in the Algerian government who were involved in the purchase of Russian arms. The United States needs to send a clear message to the world that the support for Vladimir Putin, and his regime’s barbaric war efforts will not be tolerated.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:08:33Z https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-supports-bill-ban-china-buying-us-farmland,Moolenaar Supports Bill to Ban China from Buying U.S. Farmland,2022-09-29,2022,2022-09,Republican,House,MI,John R. Moolenaar,M001194,moolenaar.house.gov,moolenaar,https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"Congressman John Moolenaar is a cosponsor of the Prohibition of Agricultural Land for China Act, which bans China from purchasing farmland in the United States. ""This legislation protects Michigan farmers from having their farmland controlled by the Chinese Communist Party. We cannot allow China to buy U.S. farms and jeopardize the food supply Michigan families rely on,” said Moolenaar. ""I will continue to stand up for Michigan agriculture and oppose China’s attempts to buy more American farms.” More information on this legislation can be found here.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:08:33Z https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1006,"Bergman Introduces Think Tank Transparency Act of 2022, Grassley Introduces Senate Companion",2022-09-28,2022,2022-09,Republican,House,MI,Jack Bergman,B001301,bergman.house.gov,bergman,https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx,scraper,"Today, Rep. Jack Bergman introduced legislation to require greater transparency in the rampant foreign funding of think tanks and other public policy-focused non-profit entities, in order for the public and government officials to know the foreign influence behind research or policy recommendations. The Think Tank Transparency Act of 2022 requires certain non-profits engaged in influencing U.S. policy or public opinion to promptly make available for the American public all funds provided by foreign principals, as well as all contracts and agreements they enter into with foreign principals. Within 90 days of receiving funds from or signing agreements with foreign principals, public policy nonprofits will be required to disclose the funding and contracts to the Department of Justice—who in turn will make such disclosures available for immediate public inspection on an Internet database similar to FARA.gov. “Think tanks have an enormous influence on U.S. public policy, and many receive millions from foreign entities who have a significant interest in how our policy is shaped. Congress and the American people deserve to know what these think tanks are up to, and who they’re working for,” said Bergman regarding the new legislation. “The assumption that they are non-political, academic entities advocating for policies in our national interest is not always accurate, given the increasing amount of funding they receive from foreign governments, often earmarked for specific projects,” Bergman noted. “Billions of dollars go toward funding policy research, recommendations and expert testimony at public policy non-profits. Much of that comes from foreign powers, including China, Russia, Qatar and others. Those foreign powers clearly have an interest in directing American foreign, domestic and security policy to their benefit. Congress, the executive branch, and the American people deserve to know who’s influencing research and public policy in our country,” Senator Chuck Grassley said. Background: In June, Rep. Bergman sent a letter to Attorney General Merrick Garland regarding disturbing reports of a potential criminal case against retired four-star Marine General John R. Allen for his role in an apparent foreign lobbying campaign on behalf of Qatar. The court filings indicate that General Allen engaged in aggressive, behind-the-scenes efforts in 2017 to help Qatar influence U.S. policy in the midst of a diplomatic crisis without registering as a foreign agent under the Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA). This alleged conduct on behalf of Qatar occurred shortly before Gen. Allen was appointed President of the Brookings Institution, whose largest donor over the past 15 years has been the State of Qatar. According to the court filings, General Allen misrepresented his role in the lobbying campaign to officials of the U.S. government, failing to disclose that he was acting in accordance with what the Emir of Qatar, Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, asked of him, while also “simultaneously pursuing multimillion-dollar business deals with the government of Qatar.” The FBI says that Allen gave a “false version of events” and that “there is substantial evidence that these FARA violations were willful.” But it appears that even though Gen. Allen’s alleged conduct was apparently done for the benefit of his employer’s primary benefactor—the State of Qatar—it remains unlikely that DOJ will pursue an investigation into whether or not Brookings Institution violated FARA. This is consistent with the mistaken, but widespread, belief that FARA contains some kind of “think tank exemption.” No such “think tank exemption” exists in FARA, but the unfortunate reality is that FARA is unlikely to ever be used as a tool to promote transparency regarding the foreign funding of public policy non-profits. This new legislation is designed as a practical, common sense approach to facilitate full transparency regarding the foreign funding of and foreign agreements with think tanks.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:08:33Z https://stevens.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-stevens-and-dingell-introduce-legislation-help-america-compete-lower,"Reps. Stevens and Dingell Introduce Legislation to Help America Compete, Lower Vehicle Costs, and Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions",2022-09-28,2022,2022-09,Democrat,House,MI,Haley M. Stevens,S001215,stevens.house.gov,stevens,https://stevens.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Subcommittee Research and Technology Chair Rep. Haley Stevens (MI-11) and Rep. Debbie Dingell (MI-12) announced the introduction of the Shifting Forward Vehicle Technologies Research and Development Act. This legislation makes significant investments in transformational mobility technologies R&D to reduce the climate footprint of both on and off-road transportation and ensure America competes in the global transition to EVs, while increasing domestic production and decreasing the cost of vehicles, advanced batteries, and hydrogen fuel cell manufacturing. “The future of America’s auto industry and Michigan’s economy depends on our nation’s ability to compete in the global transition to clean transportation,” said Rep. Haley Stevens (MI-11). “The Shifting Forward Vehicle Technologies Research and Development Act helps our nation rise to this occasion by investing in new mobility technology R&D to address challenges across the vehicle supply chain, train our future workforce, and charter groundbreaking discoveries here in America. I am thrilled to introduce this legislation that positions Michigan at the center of unlocking solutions that ultimately lead us all to a safer, more affordable, and cleaner mobility future.” “Innovation is a core strength of the United States—and robust investments in R&D makes this possible,” said Rep. Debbie Dingell (MI-12). “If America and our domestic automotive industry is to remain a global leader in vehicle technologies and future mobility, we must continue to empower our greatest minds, our greatest companies, and our greatest workforce to collaborate and develop the advanced manufacturing processes and vehicles of the future while combating the climate crisis and ensuring affordability for consumers. I am proud to partner on this important legislation to keep Michigan and our nation at the forefront of vehicle innovation.” “We applaud Congresswoman Haley Stevens and Congresswoman Debbie Dingell for introducing this important legislation to bolster research, development and security of advanced vehicle technologies,” said Governor Matt Blunt, president of the American Automotive Policy Council. ""This legislation provides another important tool for the United States as it looks to harness the power of advanced vehicle technologies to help ensure the materials American Automakers need are more available domestically."" “The rise of electric vehicles and other forms of clean transportation provides us with the opportunity to make the U.S. a global leader in clean transportation innovation and manufacturing—but only if we seize this moment and ensure that the transportation technologies and fuels of tomorrow are made here in America. The Shifting Forward Vehicle Technologies Research and Development Act will do just that, providing critical federal funding to help us unlock new vehicle technologies, train up the next generation of scientists and engineers, and ultimately decarbonize every mode of transportation,” said Ryan Fitzpatrick, Director of the Climate and Energy Program at Third Way. “Third Way applauds Congresswoman Stevens for her leadership on reducing transportation’s climate impacts and we look forward to continuing to work with her to put American workers, universities, and manufacturers front and center of the new clean economy.” “Auto Innovators thanks Rep. Stevens for introducing the Shifting Forward Vehicle Technologies Research and Development Act and her commitment to American innovation,” said John Bozzella, president and CEO of the Alliance for Automotive Innovation. “This is a smart strategy to leverage government R&D resources to develop the transformative transportation, infrastructure and fuel innovations that will help define next-generation mobility.” The Shifting Forward Vehicle Technologies Research and Development Act reauthorizes the advanced vehicle technologies program for R&D at the Department of Energy (DOE) for vehicle fueling, energy storage, and workforce development. The bill focuses on comprehensive R&D challenges across the mobility supply chain – including a non-road transportation program focused on overcoming barriers to transformational technologies for aviation, rail, and maritime applications. In addition, the bill creates a DOE grant program to establish the Graduate Automotive Technology Education Centers of Excellence to provide future generations of engineers and scientists with the resources needed to thrive. Provisions include: ·Analyzing the energy implications and opportunities of advanced mobility solutions, communication, and connectivity among vehicles, infrastructure, pedestrians, and the electrical grid ·Improving vehicle batteries for extremely fast charging and wireless charging capabilities, and efficiencies to lower costs ·Exploring efficient use, substitution, and recycling of critical materials in vehicles, such as rare earth elements or precious metals that are at risk of supply chain disruption ·Testing advanced battery safety protection systems for high voltage power and heat ·Enabling technologies for flexible manufacturing facilities that can accommodate different vehicle battery chemistries ·Increasing the production rate and decreasing the cost of advanced battery and hydrogen fuel cell manufacturing and hydrogen fueling infrastructure ·Advancing biofuel technologies ·Boosting higher efficiency manufacturing processes, such as additive manufacturing, to produce sustainable lightweight materials for fabrication, assembly, and use ·Leveraging machine learning for manufacturing and additive manufacturing optimization ·Advancing computing systems, including energy efficient systems, and connectivity for vehicular on-board, off-board, and edge computing applications ·Informing and educating the public on the energy outcomes of automation and connected vehicle technologies, connected infrastructure, and mobility applied sensors to build trust It is endorsed by the American Automotive Policy Council, Third Way, American Trucking Association, NC Clean Energy Technology Center, and the Alliance for Automotive Innovation.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:08:33Z https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-accepting-applications-service-academy-nominations,Moolenaar Accepting Applications For Service Academy Nominations,2022-09-27,2022,2022-09,Republican,House,MI,John R. Moolenaar,M001194,moolenaar.house.gov,moolenaar,https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"The Office of Congressman John Moolenaar is accepting applications from high school seniors for nominations to the U.S. military service academies. Members of Congress nominate candidates for appointments to the U.S. Military Academy, West Point, NY; the U.S. Naval Academy, Annapolis, MD; the U.S. Air Force Academy, Colorado Springs, CO; and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, Kings Point, NY. Students and parents who are interested about the application process can find more information online at moolenaar.house.gov. Applications should be submitted to Congressman Moolenaar's office by U.S. mail: Congressman John Moolenaar 200 East Main Street Suite 230 Midland, MI 48640 The deadline for applications is October 21, 2022. Additional questions regarding nominations can be directed to the office in Midland at 989-631-2552.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:08:33Z https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-stands-americans-second-amendment-rights,Moolenaar Stands Up for Americans' Second Amendment Rights,2022-09-27,2022,2022-09,Republican,House,MI,John R. Moolenaar,M001194,moolenaar.house.gov,moolenaar,https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"Congressman John Moolenaar and 100 members of Congress have written letters to the CEOs of American Express, Visa, and Mastercard asking questions about their companies’ plans to monitor and report the gun purchases of law-abiding citizens. The companies' plans come after liberal activist groups pressured the credit card companies to create new designations for gun purchases. “This new classification of gun purchases is a dangerous breach of the privacy Americans expect when they buy something from a business. Liberal activists are already planning to use this new information to report their fellow citizens to law enforcement for the very act of exercising their Second Amendment right to own firearms. What other purchases will these credit card companies report to liberal activists next? This is unacceptable and these companies must be held accountable for their decisions,” said Congressman Moolenaar. On September 9, Amalgamated Bank CEO Priscilla Sims Brown said her bank will use the new codes to report what she says is “suspicious activity"" to the authorities.” Amalgamated Bank is owned by Workers United, a subsidiary of the SEIU. The letter to the major credit card companies can be found here.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:08:33Z https://mcclain.house.gov/2022/9/rep-mcclain-clarke-introduce-bipartisan-national-community-college-cybersecurity-challenge-act,"Rep. McClain, Clarke Introduce Bipartisan National Community College Cybersecurity Challenge Act",2022-09-22,2022,2022-09,Republican,House,MI,Lisa C. McClain,M001136,mcclain.house.gov,mcclain,https://mcclain.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, Representatives Lisa McClain (R-MI) and Yvette Clarke (D-NY) introduced the bipartisan National Community College Cybersecurity Challenge Act. The legislation aims to reduce the cybersecurity skills gap by expanding cybersecurity programs for community colleges. “America’s next generation will face a different world than the one we know today, and ensuring they have the tools to succeed is a responsibility we must take seriously,” said Rep. McClain. “I am proud to introduce the National Community College Cybersecurity Challenge Act to help bolster our nation’s cybersecurity workforce to meet the challenge of moving forward in the cyber age. The work to close the skills gap in cybersecurity must start now, and it must start with the next generation.” “As America readies to face and overcome our cyber adversaries in the 21st Century, it is beyond pivotal that our cybersecurity workforce be prepared for any and every challenge that might arise in the decades to come. The National Community College Cybersecurity Challenge Act stands as a key step towards reaching that necessary goal,” said Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke. ""I am proud to support this bipartisan legislation that will prepare our next generation of cybersecurity professionals, provide opportunities to students across the country eager to serve their nation, and ultimately raise America’s baseline cybersecurity posture at a time when it is most needed.” “Community colleges have always played an important role in workforce and economic development, especially by providing education and training to students who might not otherwise have access. Today they can play a role in addressing our nation’s acute shortage of cybersecurity professionals at a time when cyberthreats are only growing. Microsoft appreciates Representatives McClain and Clarke’s engagement and leadership to address this issue,” said Brad Smith, Vice Chair and President of Microsoft. “AACC is pleased to support the National Community College Cybersecurity Challenge Act. This bipartisan legislation will dramatically boost the ability of community colleges to provide the programming necessary to help address the country’s urgent need for skilled cybersecurity personnel, in which roughly one out of every three jobs is unfilled. Cyber skills are increasingly essential for workers in an array of occupational areas and community colleges across the nation are already designated Centers of Academic Excellence in cybersecurity by the National Security Administration. This legislation will provide critical resources that will allow colleges to expand cybersecurity training and embed them across a wide variety of occupational and related programs. We look forward to working together to advance this legislation and implement it quickly to benefit both students and businesses across the United States,” said Walter G. Bumphus, Ph.D., President and CEO of the American Association of Community Colleges. “As cyber threats continue to evolve, the U.S. needs a sustainable, comprehensive approach to developing a skilled workforce to address current and future cyber risks. The National Community College Cybersecurity Challenge Act provides needed resources to community colleges across the U.S to give more Americans access to the skills necessary to address this ongoing challenge and close the cybersecurity workforce gap. We commend Representatives Lisa McClain and Yvette Clarke for their leadership on this vital issue, and we stand ready to support their measure through the legislative process,” said Jason Oxman, President and CEO of the Information Technology Industry Council. “The Cybersecurity Coalition supports developing creative solutions to address critical shortages in the cybersecurity workforce. Community colleges provide vital career pathways that expand opportunity to a more diverse pool of candidates, which will help address the continued jobs shortfall in our industry. We appreciate the leadership of Chairman Clarke and McClain for introducing the National Community College Cybersecurity Challenge Act and look forward to engaging with them as the legislation develops,” said The Cybersecurity Coalition. “We commend Reps. McClain and Clarke for introducing the National Community College Cybersecurity Challenge Act. Increasing the pipeline of workers with cybersecurity skills is an important element of BSA’s Cybersecurity Agenda. This legislation would broaden opportunities and expedite the development of the diverse workforce necessary to deliver on the promise of digital transformation in all sectors of the nation’s economy,” said Craig Albright, Vice President of Legislative Strategy for BSA| Software Alliance. “One of the biggest barriers to improving cybersecurity in the United States is that there are not enough workers with the requisite skills. This legislation would catalyze the development of regional cybersecurity training programs, providing new career pathways for students and addressing the national cybersecurity workforce shortage. Passing this legislation would be an important step forward in improving U.S. cybersecurity,” said Daniel Castro, Vice President, Information Technology and Innovation Foundation. “The cybersecurity workforce shortage is a national crisis that must be prioritized to protect America’s critical infrastructure against foreign adversaries, combat cybercrime at home and abroad, and win the national security competition with China in the 21st century. This legislation takes a critical step forward by expanding the cyber recruitment pool to community colleges and investing in the next generation of cyber talent that we will need to meet those challenges,” said Valerie Shen, Vice President, National Security Program of Third Way. Background: There are roughly 597,000 open cybersecurity positions in the United States. In 2020, 75% of community colleges did not award a single cybersecurity-related Associates degree and fewer than 3,000 individuals nationwide earned such a degree. The National Community College Cybersecurity Challenge Act will help address this skills gap crisis by funding community colleges that institute programs tailored towards cybersecurity degrees.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:08:33Z https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-statement-federal-court-ruling-ending-bidens-mandates-head,Moolenaar Statement on Federal Court Ruling Ending Biden’s Mandates on Head Start,2022-09-22,2022,2022-09,Republican,House,MI,John R. Moolenaar,M001194,moolenaar.house.gov,moolenaar,https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"Last night, a federal judge struck down the mandates forcing Head Start teachers to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and forcing children in Head Start as young as two years old to wear masks. ""This ruling is a victory for parents and students across the country. Biden’s mandates have created a crisis in Head Start with staffers and volunteers leaving the program and parents taking their kids out of the classroom. Biden’s decision to force masks on kids as young as two years old has had disastrous effects on their learning and social development,"" said Congressman John Moolenaar. ""President Biden should not appeal this court ruling and end this harmful policy for America’s children."" Earlier this week, Congressman Moolennaar renewed his efforts for this mask mandate to be rescinded as the Head Start program is struggling with staffing shortages and declining enrollment. Previously, Moolenaar supported Saginaw Intermediate School District in its lawsuit against the Head Start vaccine mandate, sent a letter to President Biden to end the mask mandate, and called for a vote in the House to repeal it after the U.S. Senate passed bipartisan legislation to revoke it.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:08:33Z https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-supports-legislation-recognizing-50th-anniversary-national,Moolenaar Supports Legislation Recognizing the 50th Anniversary of National Hunting and Fishing Day,2022-09-22,2022,2022-09,Republican,House,MI,John R. Moolenaar,M001194,moolenaar.house.gov,moolenaar,https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"This Saturday is National Hunting and Fishing Day, celebrating America’s outdoor heritage and wildlife conservation. Congressman John Moolenaar is supporting legislation recognizing Saturday as the 50th anniversary of National Hunting and Fishing Day, which has been marked on the fourth Saturday of every September since 1972. ""Michigan families have participated in hunting and fishing for generations and this legislation celebrates our nation’s outdoor heritage,” said Moolenaar. ""I am proud to support this legislation as it makes clear that Congress stands with America’s hunters and anglers."" The legislation was introduced by Congressman Tom Emmer (R-MN) and more information about it is available here.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:08:33Z https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/good-dogs-sniff-out-invasive-species-protect-americas-agriculture,Good Dogs Sniff Out Invasive Species to Protect America’s Agriculture,2022-09-21,2022,2022-09,Republican,House,MI,John R. Moolenaar,M001194,moolenaar.house.gov,moolenaar,https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"Congressman John Moolenaar is a cosponsor of the Beagle Brigade Act, a bill that will permanently authorize the operations of a national center that trains dogs to sniff out invasive species in order to prevent damage to farm crops. The National Detector Dog Training Center, located in Newnan, Georgia, was started in 1984 and it is run by the Department of Agriculture. ""Michigan’s economy relies on agriculture and we need to do everything we can to protect farmers and their crops from invasive species. This legislation will help train more good dogs so they can sniff out and stop these threats from entering the country,” said Congressman Moolenaar, Michigan’s only member of the House Appropriations subcommittee which funds and oversees the Department of Agriculture. The center primarily trains beagles. After the dogs complete the training, they work at airports and ports to inspect freight and passenger baggage for prohibited plants that could carry invasive pests or animal diseases into our country. The Beagle Brigade Act is bipartisan legislation led by Sanford Bishop (D-GA). More information of the Beagle Brigade Act can be found here.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:08:33Z https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-sponsors-legislation-stop-rising-crime,Moolenaar Sponsors Legislation To Stop Rising Crime,2022-09-21,2022,2022-09,Republican,House,MI,John R. Moolenaar,M001194,moolenaar.house.gov,moolenaar,https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"Congressman John Moolenaar is a cosponsor of the Combating Violent and Dangerous Crime Act. This legislation would clarify the meaning of violent crime; increase the maximum sentence for carjacking; fix an outdated law that prevents perpetrators from being charged with murder if the victim dies from injuries more than one year after an attack; outlaw the marketing of candy-flavored drugs to kids; and establish kidnapping as a violent offense. ""I am proud to support this legislation because it gives law enforcement the tools they need to keep criminals off the street and keep people safe,” said Congressman John Moolenaar. Since 2019, Michigan has seen a 13 percent increase in violent crime. Murder and manslaughter are up by 30 percent and aggravated assault is up 24 percent over the same time period.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:08:33Z https://stevens.house.gov/media/press-releases/price-and-stevens-pass-legislation-ensure-victims-spousal-abuse-are-able-sever,Price and Stevens Pass Legislation to Ensure Victims of Spousal Abuse are Able to Sever Joint Consolidation Loans,2022-09-21,2022,2022-09,Democrat,House,MI,Haley M. Stevens,S001215,stevens.house.gov,stevens,https://stevens.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, DC– Today, the Joint Consolidation Loan Separation Act, bicameral and bipartisan legislation introduced by Rep. David E. Price (D-NC) and Rep. Haley Stevens (D-MI) passed the House of Representatives and is now headed to President Biden’s desk to be signed into law. “Too many Americans are struggling to repay thousands of dollars of student loan debt,” said Rep. Haley Stevens. “The burden of student debt is even more painful for borrowers who are stuck trying to repay a joint loan they took out decades ago with a spouse, or ex-spouse, where the situation became abusive, absent, or otherwise financially untenable. The bipartisan, bicameral Joint Consolidation Loan Separation Act takes bold action to remedy a government oversight that has trapped borrowers in joint loans, allowing individuals and couples to sever their consolidated loans once and for all. It is high time to ensure that survivors of domestic abuse are no longer financially on the hook for their abusive partners, and I am thrilled to see this legislation headed to President Biden’s desk for signature.” From January 1, 1993 until June 30, 2006, the U.S. Department of Education issued joint consolidation loans to married couples. Both borrowers agreed at the time to be jointly liable for repayment, which proved problematic in the event of divorce. Congress eliminated the program effective July 1, 2006 but did not provide a means of severing existing loans, even in the event of domestic violence, economic abuse, or an unresponsive partner. The Joint Consolidation Loan Separation Act allows both borrowers to submit a joint application to the Department of Education to split their joint consolidated loan into two separate federal direct loans. It would also allow one borrower to submit a separate application if they are experiencing domestic or economic abuse or are unable to reasonably reach the other borrower.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:08:33Z https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases/walberg-resolution-demanding-answers-bidens-baby-formula-crisis-passes,Walberg Resolution Demanding Answers on Biden’s Baby Formula Crisis Passes Committee,2022-09-21,2022,2022-09,Republican,House,MI,Tim Walberg,W000798,walberg.house.gov,walberg,https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C.—Today, the Energy and Commerce Committee favorably reported Congressman Tim Walberg’s (MI-07) resolution to bring greater oversight and transparency to the ongoing baby formula crisis. Walberg’s resolution calls for Biden administration to release documents related to the recall of infant formula and potential impacts on the infant formula supply chain. H.Res.1287 passed the Committee with unanimous support from Republican and Democratic members. “The breakdown of America’s baby formula production and distribution has terrified parents across the country as they drive from store to store only to find low to zero inventory and purchasing restrictions,” said Walberg. “Even today, months into this crisis and it is still not under control. The average out-of-stock rates in stores and online last month was 61%. Today, Republicans and Democrats agreed that we need answers about the Biden administration’s delayed and disastrous response. The American people deserve greater transparency, and I am calling on Speaker Pelosi to now bring this resolution to the House floor for a full vote.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:08:33Z https://mcclain.house.gov/2022/9/congresswoman-lisa-mcclain-demands-answers-on-taxpayer-dollars-funding-russian-animal-research,Congresswoman Lisa McClain Demands Answers on Taxpayer Dollars Funding Russian Animal Research,2022-09-20,2022,2022-09,Republican,House,MI,Lisa C. McClain,M001136,mcclain.house.gov,mcclain,https://mcclain.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C.- Today, Congresswoman Lisa McClain led a letter to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), demanding answers as to why inhumane Russian animal labs are still eligible to receive U.S. taxpayer funds. “Talk is cheap. Earlier this year, the Biden Administration committed to stopping the flow of tax dollars to draconian Russian animal labs, which they still have not done,” said Rep. Lisa McClain. “The United States must immediately stop funding these inhumane facilities once and for all. I will continue to be a steward of taxpayer funds to make sure that not a single tax dollar gets wasted on inhumane Russian animal research.” “Most Republicans and Democrats agree: taxpayers shouldn’t be forced to pay white coats in Kremlin-run animal labs to torture cats in wasteful experiments” said Tristan Daedalus, Director of Government Affairs at White Coat Waste Project. “Having first exposed the NIH’s reckless funding of Russian animal labs, we applaud Rep. McClain for leading bipartisan efforts to defund this waste and abuse and to ensure that bureaucrats implement the White House’s June 2022 directive to cut off this senseless spending. The solution is simple: Stop the money, stop the madness.” This letter to the National Institutes of Health expands on a previous letter led by Rep. McClain to President Biden demanding he cut off all U.S. taxpayer funding to Russian labs that experiment on animals in an extremely cruel way. The letter seeks to determine whether the Biden Administration is serious about its commitment to stop sending tax dollars to Russian labs, especially during the countries ongoing war in Ukraine.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:08:33Z https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/biden-forces-toddlers-wear-masks-after-declaring-pandemic-over,Biden Forces Toddlers to Wear Masks After Declaring the Pandemic Over,2022-09-19,2022,2022-09,Republican,House,MI,John R. Moolenaar,M001194,moolenaar.house.gov,moolenaar,https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"In an interview with 60 Minutes that aired last night, President Biden declared, ""the pandemic is over. If you notice, no one is wearing masks."" However, at the very same time, Biden’s administration is still forcing toddlers in the federal Head Start program to wear masks. ""President Biden has declared the pandemic over, but he is still forcing kids as young as two-years old to wear masks. His hypocrisy hurts the development of young children and I have repeatedly called for Biden to end this policy. Biden’s policies have created a crisis for families who rely on Head Start and I will continue to fight for the rights of parents and students to be treated fairly,” said Congressman John Moolenaar. On September 7, The New York Times reported that Biden’s disastrous policies have resulted in Head Start staffing shortages and a decline in Head Start enrollment. The Times wrote, “A May survey of the National Head Start Association’s members found that the average center had 30 percent of its staff positions unfilled. Last year, about 745,000 children and babies were enrolled in Head Start and Early Head Start, down from 970,000 before the pandemic, according to federal data compiled by the Annie E. Casey Foundation.” In the same article, Tommy Sheridan, deputy director of the National Head Start Association, said “Head Start programs have been short-circuited. This mandate on masking and vaccines has hurt a lot of programs. It is more of a crisis that is now feeling like a looming catastrophe.” Earlier this year, Congressman Moolenaar expressed his support for Saginaw Intermediate School District’s federal lawsuit to repeal the vaccine mandate. Later that spring, he called for the end the Head Start mask mandate in a letter to President Biden. Moolenaar also called for a vote in the House to repeal the toddler mask mandate after the U.S. Senate passed bipartisan legislation to revoke it.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:08:33Z https://mcclain.house.gov/2022/9/signed-into-law-congresswoman-mcclain-s-patient-advocate-tracker-act,Signed into Law: Congresswoman McClain’s Patient Advocate Tracker Act,2022-09-16,2022,2022-09,Republican,House,MI,Lisa C. McClain,M001136,mcclain.house.gov,mcclain,https://mcclain.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C.—Congresswoman Lisa McClain’s (MI-10) bill, H.R. 5754, the Patient Advocate Tracker Act was officially signed into law Friday afternoon. The bipartisan Patient Advocate Tracker Act would create an online portal where veterans can track the status of formal complaints, they file through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). “I am thrilled that my bill, the Patient Advocate Tracker Act, was signed into law today"" said Rep. McClain. ""America's veterans have given everything to our country, and in return they deserve to receive the best possible health care. When a veteran files a complaint to the VA about inadequate care, they must be able to track that complaint through the VA system. Now, our nation's veterans can do just that."" This is Rep. Mcclain’s third bill passed into law. The Patient Advocate Tracker Act was introduced by Reps. McClain, Slotkin, Moolenaar and Dingell on October 27,2021. The U.S. House of Representatives passed the Patient Advocate Tracker Act on May 16, 2022. The U.S. Senate passed the Patient Advocate Tracker Act on September 8, 2022.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:08:33Z https://stevens.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-stevens-statement-white-house-meeting-families-paul-whelan-and-brittney,Rep. Stevens Statement on White House Meeting with Families of Paul Whelan and Brittney Griner,2022-09-16,2022,2022-09,Democrat,House,MI,Haley M. Stevens,S001215,stevens.house.gov,stevens,https://stevens.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, DC– Today, Rep. Haley Stevens (D-MI) released the following statement ahead of President Biden’s meeting with the sister of her constituent, Paul Whelan, and wife of WNBA star, Brittney Griner, Americans wrongfully detained in Russia: “This afternoon, President Biden will meet with the families of Paul Whelan and Brittney Griner, Americans wrongfully detained in Russia. This level of recognition from the White House meets the moment that we are in. Paul has already had nearly 4 years stolen from him, and Brittney has had almost 7 months stolen from her. They do not deserve to spend another minute used as political pawns and must be reunited with their loved ones immediately. This Administration and the Congress are firm in our resolve - we will not relent until Russia gives up their inhumane games and returns Paul and Brittney home.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:08:33Z https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1004,"ICYMI: Bergman Joins Reps. Johnson, Roy, Massie, Demanding Answers from Pentagon on Military COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate’s Effect on Military Readiness",2022-09-15,2022,2022-09,Republican,House,MI,Jack Bergman,B001301,bergman.house.gov,bergman,https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx,scraper,"Pentagon fails to meet recruiting goals and then reduces recruitment standards; still over 100,000 servicemembers now at risk of discharge WASHINGTON, Rep. Jack Bergman joins 47 Republican Members of Congress sending a letter to Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin demanding answers from the Pentagon regarding the effect of the Secretary’s military COVID-19 vaccine mandate on the readiness of America’s Armed Forces. The letter stated in part, “We write to express our grave concern over the effect of the Department of Defense’s Covid-19 vaccine mandate on the readiness of our Armed Forces, particularly the U.S. Army. As a result of your mandate, eight percent of the Army’s approximately 1 million soldiers face expulsion, Army recruiters cannot meet their FY22 target, and the Army has cut its projected FY23 end-strength by 12,000 soldiers. As a major land war rages in Europe our own military faces a self-imposed readiness crisis. “Based on the sparse data published by the Department of Army, at least 40,000 National Guardsmen, 20,000 Army Reservists, and at least 15,000 Active Army Soldiers have yet to receive a Covid-vaccine and now face discharge. The Department of Defense’s own Covid response page indicates that approximately 900,000 soldiers are fully vaccinated out of the 1 million soldiers in the Army, Army Reserve, and Army National Guard. However, during July testimony before the House Armed Services Committee, the Vice Chief of Staff of the Army claimed that fewer than 20,000 soldiers were unvaccinated. The Army has not published updated data for months. The opaqueness of the Department continues to frustrate Members of Congress attempting to perform oversight of the Executive Branch. Our repeated inquiries remain unanswered. “ The letter continued, “We urge you to immediately revoke your Covid-19 vaccine mandate for all servicemembers, civilian personnel, and contractors and re-instate those who have already been discharged. Furthermore, we request the following information: How many soldiers remain unvaccinated by component, military occupational specialty (MOS), and years of service? How many soldiers have filed for religious, medical, and administrative exemptions? How many religious, medical, and administrative exemptions have been granted? How many airmen, sailors, and marines remain unvaccinated by component and Air Force Specialty Code (AFSC)/Rate/MOS? How much will it cost the Department to recruit, train, and PCS replacements for the soldiers facing expulsion for their failure to comply with the vaccine mandate? If all remaining unvaccinated soldiers are discharged and the Army continues recruiting at the same rate through the end of this fiscal year, what will be the projected FY23 end strengths of the Army, Army National Guard, and Army Reserve in six months. Representatives Mike Johnson (LA), Chip Roy (TX), Thomas Massie (KY) Elise Stefanik (NY), Robert Aderholt (AL), Rick Allen (GA), Jim Banks (IN), Jack Bergman (MI), Andy Biggs (AZ), Dan Bishop (NC), Tim Burchett (TN), Ben Cline (VA), Dan Crenshaw (TX), Warren Davidson (OH), Scott DesJarlais (TN), Jeff Duncan (SC), Scott Franklin (FL), Matt Gaetz (FL), Louie Gohmert (TX), Bob Good (VA), Lance Gooden (TX), Garret Graves (LA), Mark Green (TN), Glenn Grothman (WI), Diana Harshbarger (TN), Vicky Hartzler (MO), Clay Higgins (LA), Richard Hudson (NC), Ronny Jackson (TX), Doug Lamborn (CO), Debbie Lesko (AZ), Billy Long (MO), Tracey Mann (KS), Brian Mast (FL), Lisa McClain (MI), Mary Miller (IL), Markwayne Mullin (OK), Greg Murphy (NC), Ralph Norman (SC), Bill Posey (FL), Guy Reschenthaler (PA), John Rutherford (FL), Chris Smith (NJ), Jason Smith (MO), Pete Stauber (MN), Greg Steube (FL), and Jeff Van Drew (NJ) joined the letter. Read the full letter",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:08:33Z https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-named-guardian-small-business-national-federation-independent,Moolenaar Named a Guardian of Small Business by National Federation of Independent Business,2022-09-15,2022,2022-09,Republican,House,MI,John R. Moolenaar,M001194,moolenaar.house.gov,moolenaar,https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has awarded Congressman John Moolenaar its Guardian of Small Business Award for 2022. The award is presented to lawmakers who consistently fight for policies that will benefit small businesses. ""It is an honor to receive this recognition from NFIB. Small businesses are a vital part of Michigan’s rural communities and they represent the hardworking spirit of America,” said Moolenaar. ""I will always work to promote policies that help Michigan small businesses grow and serve their customers. This includes addressing energy costs, fighting inflation, cutting taxes, and getting rid of burdensome regulations.” The NFIB has been advocating for small and independent businesses across the country for over 75 years. There are over 10,000 small businesses in Michigan that are members of the NFIB. Image",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:08:33Z https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases/walberg-defends-second-amendment-and-demands-answers-credit-card-companies,Walberg Defends Second Amendment and Demands Answers from Credit Card Companies,2022-09-15,2022,2022-09,Republican,House,MI,Tim Walberg,W000798,walberg.house.gov,walberg,https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C.—This week, Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-07) joined 100 of his House colleagues in sending letters to the CEOs of American Express, Mastercard, and Visa expressing concern with the new firearm-specific Merchant Category Code (MCC), designed to track the use of credit cards used to purchase firearms. As this new classification is implemented, the letter calls for ensuring it is not used to track law-abiding gun owners or infringe on their Constitutional rights. Click here to read the letter. “Shortly after the new code, we have already seen far-left officials urging credit card companies to flag allegedly suspicious firearms transactions, establishing a dangerous new precedent resembling a government gun registry,” said Walberg. “This system raises all sorts of Constitutional concerns and is ripe for government overreach, which was clearly the intended purpose when anti-gun activists lobbied for private companies to create this new code. We simply cannot allow a backdoor attempt to track law-abiding gun owners with such unprecedented access. I will continue to work with my colleagues to provide transparency, demand answers, and will always protect the Second Amendment rights of the American people.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:08:33Z https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-president-bidens-visit-detroit-auto-show,Moolenaar on President Biden's Visit to the Detroit Auto Show,2022-09-14,2022,2022-09,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 travel to Detroit to attend the North American International Auto Show. ""President Biden got behind the wheel of the economy, hit the accelerator on inflation, and drove America into a recession with soaring prices for food and energy. His policies have left Michigan families stuck in neutral as their hard-earned wages cannot keep up with the rising costs of Biden’s economy,” said Congressman John Moolenaar. On Tuesday, the Department of Labor announced that inflation is at 8.3% with food prices up 13.5%. Americans are also struggling to pay their bills as energy prices remain high.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:08:33Z https://stevens.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-stevens-statement-white-house-release-disclosure-template-federal-research,Rep. Stevens Statement on White House Release of Disclosure Template for Federal Research Grant Applications,2022-09-14,2022,2022-09,Democrat,House,MI,Haley M. Stevens,S001215,stevens.house.gov,stevens,https://stevens.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"“I am encouraged to see the recent release by the National Science and Technology Council Research Security Subcommittee. The proposed disclosure forms for federal research and development award applications are another positive step to protect U.S. research from undue foreign influence. The research community plays a critical role in shaping our approach to address research security risks and I commend the NSTC for seeking public input on these draft forms. As the risk landscape continues to evolve, so too should our capacity to respond. To that end, I look forward to engaging with the research agencies and the research community in implementing new congressional direction in the CHIPS and Science Act of 2022.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:08:33Z https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-inflations-devastating-impact-michigan-families,Moolenaar on Inflation's Devastating Impact on Michigan Families,2022-09-13,2022,2022-09,Republican,House,MI,John R. Moolenaar,M001194,moolenaar.house.gov,moolenaar,https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"This morning, the U.S. Department of Labor announced that inflation is at 8.3 percent. This is the eighth consecutive month that Michiganders are facing over 7.0 percent inflation rates and the 15th consecutive month over 5.0 percent. Michigan families and seniors continue to face some of the highest inflation rates since the 1980s. ""Michigan families and seniors are struggling to afford the essentials as President Biden's inflation crisis continues. They have been forced to spend hundreds more each month to cover the cost of living in Biden's economy,"" said Congressman John Moolenaar. ""Worst of all, while Michigan families were paying more to put food on the table, Biden decided to stick them with the bill for the college debts run up by other people. This is wrong, and I will continue to oppose Biden’s failed economic policies.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:08:33Z https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-attend-gas-discount-event-alma,Moolenaar To Attend Gas-Discount Event in Alma,2022-09-10,2022,2022-09,Republican,House,MI,John R. Moolenaar,M001194,moolenaar.house.gov,moolenaar,https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"On Monday, September 12, Congressman John Moolenaar will attend a gas-discount event at Sky's Citgo gas station in Alma. The event will discount the price of gas to $2.38 per gallon, the national average when President Biden took office, to highlight the costs felt by Michiganders because of his policies. Americans For Prosperity is hosting the event. ""Michigan families and seniors continue to face unaffordable energy prices caused by President Biden. Before the pandemic, we had a strong economy with low inflation and affordable gas, but Biden's policies have discouraged American energy independence,"" said Moolenaar. ""This event reminds us how the right policies can benefit Michigan residents with affordable energy and low inflation."" More details on the event are listed below. Moolenaar Joins Gas-Discount Event in Alma Monday, September 12 10:00am Sky's Citgo 100 Woodworth Ave",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:08:33Z https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-introduces-resolution-protect-educational-freedom-students,Moolenaar Introduces Resolution To Protect Educational Freedom of Students and Families,2022-09-09,2022,2022-09,Republican,House,MI,John R. Moolenaar,M001194,moolenaar.house.gov,moolenaar,https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"Today, Congressman John Moolenaar introduced a resolution to protect school choice and educational freedom for students and families. The resolution would invalidate the Biden administration's July 6, 2022 charter school rule, which burdens charter schools with onerous new rules and regulations in order to receive funding. Examples of the new requirements include making charter schools co-develop curriculums with public schools and share enrollment information with their public counterparts. The Biden administration’s new rule goes into effect this week. Moolenaar’s resolution would repeal the rule using the Congressional Review Act, a 1996 law that allows Congress to overturn executive branch regulations. ""As kids go back to school this fall, the Biden administration’s new rule makes it harder for charter schools to offer learning opportunities for students. Every student deserves the chance to receive a quality education and every parent should have the right to pick the school that is best for their kids. Biden’s rule will make both of those goals harder and that is why I am introducing this resolution to repeal it,"" said Moolenaar, the co-chair of the Congressional School Choice Caucus. ""My resolution stands up for parents and students by supporting the ability for families to find a school that best fits their needs and allow for students to succeed and realize their true potential."" “Despite modifications made by the U.S. Department of Education to the final rule, we remain concerned that the regulations will delay or prevent thousands of students from accessing seats in high-quality schools with its burdensome requirements. We are grateful our charter school supporters in Congress share these concerns and are taking action. We particularly applaud Senator Tim Scott and Congressman John Moolenaar’s joint resolution to overturn the rules,"" said Nina Rees, President and CEO of the National Alliance for Public Charter Schools. “The Department of Education’s rule is a sneak-attack on the charter schools program that the agency is supposed to be administering. It sacrifices the educational opportunities provided by charter schools for the agency’s political goals. Students and their families face dire consequences from the agency’s lawless action,” said Caleb Kruckenberg, an attorney for the Pacific Legal Foundation, which is suing the Biden administration over the rule. “The CRA resolution is the quickest way to hold the department accountable, and reaffirms, once again the goal of increasing the number of high-quality charter schools available to students across the United States.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:08:33Z https://mcclain.house.gov/2022/9/rep-mcclain-s-patient-advocate-tracker-act-passes-the-u-s-senate,Rep. McClain’s Patient Advocate Tracker Act Passes the U.S. Senate,2022-09-08,2022,2022-09,Republican,House,MI,Lisa C. McClain,M001136,mcclain.house.gov,mcclain,https://mcclain.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the U.S. Senate passed Congresswoman Lisa McClain’s (R-MI) bill, H.R. 5754, the Patient Advocate Tracker Act. This bipartisan bill would create an online portal where veterans can track the status of formal complaints that they file through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). “Our nation’s veterans have sacrificed so much for our country they deserve the best health care possible,” said Rep. McClain. “When veterans receive subpar care, they should be able to file a complaint and easily track that complaint through the VA system. I am excited my legislation to ensure veterans receive this tracking ability has passed the Senate. Thank you to Senators John Kennedy and Raphael Warnock for helping lead this effort in their chamber. I am eager to have the President sign this bill into law.” The Patient Advocate Tracker Act was introduced by Reps. McClain, Slotkin, Moolenaar and Dingell on October 27,2021. The U.S. House of Representatives passed the Patient Advocate Tracker Act on May 16, 2022.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:08:33Z https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-supports-eliminating-80-billion-new-irs-funding,Moolenaar Supports Eliminating $80 Billion in New IRS Funding,2022-09-06,2022,2022-09,Republican,House,MI,John R. Moolenaar,M001194,moolenaar.house.gov,moolenaar,https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"Congressman John Moolenaar has cosponsored the IRS Reduction Act which would eliminate the $80 billion in new IRS funding Democrats passed and signed into law last month. ""This new legislation I am supporting will stop the IRS from hiring 87,000 new employees to comb through the personal finances of the American people,” said Congressman John Moolenaar. “Michigan families are hurting because of the recession caused by President Biden and now he is using their hard-earned money to turn around and target them with more IRS agents and audits.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:08:33Z https://mcclain.house.gov/2022/8/rep-mcclain-hosts-post-office-renaming-ceremony,Rep. McClain Hosts Post Office Renaming Ceremony,2022-08-31,2022,2022-08,Republican,House,MI,Lisa C. McClain,M001136,mcclain.house.gov,mcclain,https://mcclain.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"ST. CLAIR, MI—Today, Congresswoman Lisa McClain (MI-10) hosted the renaming ceremony for the St. Clair Post Office, which is now formally recognized as the Corporal Jeffery Robert Standfest Post Office. This ceremony was made possible due to legislation led by Congresswoman McClain. “Cpl. Standfest was an American hero who gave everything to our country,” said Rep. Lisa McClain. “Renaming the St. Clair Post Office after him will help our community remember his bravery and incredible sacrifice. I am proud to have led this legislation in Congress to rename this Post Office so that Cpl. Standfest will always be remembered for his heroism and dedication to our nation.” Cpl. Standfest, a 2005 graduate of St. Clair High School, was only 23 years old when an improvised explosive device struck and killed him in the Helmand province of Afghanistan while he was on foot patrol with his canine, Sgt. Rupert, a bomb sniffing dog. He was posthumously awarded the Purple Heart.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:59:24Z https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-welcomes-50-million-flood-relief-reimbursement-roads-and,Moolenaar Welcomes $50 Million Flood Relief Reimbursement for Roads and Bridges,2022-08-31,2022,2022-08,Republican,House,MI,John R. Moolenaar,M001194,moolenaar.house.gov,moolenaar,https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"Today, Congressman John Moolenaar applauded $50 million in federal funding for the reimbursement of costs made to repair roads and bridges damaged by the May 2020 flooding in Midland and Gladwin counties. “This important funding is made possible by the presidential disaster declaration I helped secure for our community in 2020, which has brought more than $100 million in federal relief to Midland, Gladwin, and the region,” said Congressman John Moolenaar. ""Now, the state and local governments that rebuilt the roads and bridges will be paid by the federal government for the work they have done. I am proud to have led the rebuilding efforts for our region and I will continue to work with local leaders as these efforts go forward.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:59:24Z https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-bidens-plan-burden-taxpayers-student-debt,Moolenaar on Biden's Plan to Burden Taxpayers with Student Debt,2022-08-24,2022,2022-08,Republican,House,MI,John R. Moolenaar,M001194,moolenaar.house.gov,moolenaar,https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"Today, President Biden announced that he will put taxpayers on the hook for student loans and cancel some of the debt students chose to take on when they want to college. ""Today’s announcement by President Biden takes money from hardworking Michigan families and benefits mostly wealthier Americans who chose to take on debt on their own. Meanwhile, hardworking Michigan residents who learned skilled trades and put those skills to work will now be picking up the tab for personal loans taken out by others,” said Congressman John Moolenaar. ""It is completely unfair to the many Americans who worked hard and already paid back their loans. All of us will be paying a price for this Biden policy as it will increase inflation and the cost for goods and services.” Even other Democrats say Biden’s proposal will hurt working families because it will send inflation higher. Earlier this week, Larry Summers, former economic advisor for President Barack Obama, said, ""Student loan debt relief is spending that raises demand and increases inflation."" Jason Furman, another one of Obama's advisors, called Biden's move ""reckless."" A new analysis from the University of Pennsylvania's Wharton Budget Model estimates that Biden's debt cancellation could cost $1 trillion, with most of the benefits going to the top 60 percent of earners. Source: Education Data Initiative",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:59:24Z https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-biden-signs-bill-sold-lie,Moolenaar: Biden Signs Bill Sold on a Lie,2022-08-16,2022,2022-08,Republican,House,MI,John R. Moolenaar,M001194,moolenaar.house.gov,moolenaar,https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"Today, President Joe Biden signed the absurdly titled ""Inflation Reduction Act"" into law. However, independent economic analyses have confirmed that the bill will not reduce inflation anytime soon. ""President Biden lied to Michigan families when he said his massive spending bill would reduce inflation. Independent experts have now confirmed Biden's bill will not help and Michigan families will continue to feel pain at the gas pump and the grocery store for months to come. Biden and the Democrats have passed trillions in extra spending and they have left Michigan families behind to deal with the consequences of a recession and soaring inflation,"" said Congressman John Moolenaar. CBS News recently reported, ""the impact on inflation 'is statistically indistinguishable from zero,' the Penn Wharton Budget Model said.""",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:59:24Z https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-votes-against-democrats-latest-spending-bill,Moolenaar Votes Against Democrats' Latest Spending Bill,2022-08-12,2022,2022-08,Republican,House,MI,John R. Moolenaar,M001194,moolenaar.house.gov,moolenaar,https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"This afternoon, Congressman John Moolenaar voted against Democrats' latest partisan spending bill. The legislation was passed in a party-line vote. ""Michigan families are hurting as they deal with the recession and high prices caused by President Biden. Today’s bill doubles down on his failed policies, with higher spending, higher taxes, and bigger government. It slams manufacturers with a $300 billion tax hike, hires 87,000 IRS employees, increases tax audits of hardworking Americans, and raises taxes on American energy,"" said Moolenaar. ""Raising taxes in a recession is wrong and Michigan families should be allowed to keep more of their own money at home."" ""When Republicans led the House of Representatives, we had a strong economy with low inflation and affordable energy. We can do that again, and I will continue to fight for policies that will put the economy back on track as it recovers from President Biden’s recession,"" added Moolenaar.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:59:24Z https://stevens.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-stevens-votes-lower-health-care-and-energy-costs-working-families,Rep. Stevens Votes to Lower Health Care and Energy Costs for Working Families,2022-08-12,2022,2022-08,Democrat,House,MI,Haley M. Stevens,S001215,stevens.house.gov,stevens,https://stevens.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C.– Today, Rep. Haley Stevens (D-MI)voted for the Inflation Reduction Act. This legislation will save the average American household hundreds of dollars in health and energy costs while tackling climate change, reducing the deficit and creating millions of good-paying jobs. “Rising costs are squeezing too many hardworking families in Michigan’s 11th District and across our country,”saidRep. Haley Stevens (D-MI).“Today, I proudly voted for the Inflation Reduction Act - historic legislation that lowers energy costs, out-of-pocket costs of prescription drugs, combats climate change, tackles the deficit, and generates millions of good-paying jobs - fully paid for by finally making big corporations pay their fair share in taxes. The Inflation Reduction Act will offer Michigan families much-needed relief, and I am thrilled to see this legislation headed to President Biden’s desk for signature.” The Inflation Reduction Act: Lowers the cost of health care by allowing Medicare to negotiate lower prices for prescription drugs, capping premiums at 8.5%, and extending ACA subsidies for millions of Americans. Cuts energy costs and strengthens America’s energy security, while combating the climate crisis by reducing carbon pollution by 40 percent by 2030. Reduces the federal deficit by closing loopholes to make big corporations pay their fair share and strengthening IRS enforcement so billionaires and big corporations cannot cheat on their taxes. A bipartisan group of 126 top economists all agree: “these investments will fight inflation and lower costs for American families while setting the stage for strong, stable, and broadly-shared long-term economic growth.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:59:24Z https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases/walberg-democrats-tax-and-spending-spree-will-hurt-michigan-families,Walberg: Democrats’ Tax and Spending Spree Will Hurt Michigan Families,2022-08-12,2022,2022-08,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-07) released the following statement after voting against the Senate Amendment to H.R. 5376—better known as the Inflation Expansion Act—that will raise taxes and make life even more unaffordable for Michigan families. “With inflation remaining at a 40-year high, Democrats are recycling many of the same harmful tax-and-spend policies that created an economic crisis in the first place. It defies common sense to raise taxes during a recession and spend billions we don’t have on partisan schemes that won’t work. A cornerstone of this massive bill is funneling $80 billion to the IRS to hire 87,000 new agents to breathe down the necks of hardworking taxpayers who are struggling to make ends meet. It also continues the Biden administration’s obstruction of American energy production to justify creating a special interests slush fund for extreme Green New Deal initiatives. Our focus should be on combating inflation, regaining energy independence, and restoring economic prosperity—not making it harder for Michigan families and small businesses to stay afloat.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:59:24Z https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/bidens-inflation-hammers-michigan-families,Biden’s Inflation Hammers Michigan Families,2022-08-10,2022,2022-08,Republican,House,MI,John R. Moolenaar,M001194,moolenaar.house.gov,moolenaar,https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"This morning, the Department of Labor announced that inflation is at 8.5 percent. Michigan families and seniors have been experiencing inflation above 7.0 percent for seven straight months, and above 5.0 percent for 14 straight months. This is some of the highest inflation in 41 years. ""America has gone into a recession under President Biden and the historically high inflation has caused Michigan families to spend hundreds of dollars more each month for essential items. On Friday, Biden and the Democrats are planning to ram through a partisan bill that will spend another $700 billion on top of the extra trillions they have already spent in the last 17 months. Michigan families are paying the price for this spending binge and Democrats should immediately abandon Friday’s bill,” said Congressman John Moolenaar. ""Biden and Congressional Democrats must start listening to Republicans who have been sounding the alarm about inflation for over a year. When Republicans led the House, the economy was strong with low inflation and affordable energy,"" added Moolenaar.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:59:24Z https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/sanford-receives-16-million-grant-park-restoration,Sanford Receives $1.6 Million Grant for Park Restoration,2022-08-08,2022,2022-08,Republican,House,MI,John R. Moolenaar,M001194,moolenaar.house.gov,moolenaar,https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"Today, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced a $1.6 million grant for the Village of Sanford and the restoration of its 24-acre public park. The extra funding comes as part of expanded federal cost-sharing for disasters that occurred in 2020. The increased cost-sharing level was announced by FEMA in April. ""This funding will help Sanford restore its outstanding park and reimburse the village for many of the expenses it has already incurred. In Congress, I was a strong advocate for increasing federal cost-sharing for disasters because the funding will help our communities save millions of dollars,"" said Congressman John Moolenaar.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:59:24Z https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases/house-and-senate-members-introduce-plan-broadband-act,House and Senate Members Introduce PLAN for Broadband Act,2022-08-04,2022,2022-08,Republican,House,MI,Tim Walberg,W000798,walberg.house.gov,walberg,https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representatives Tim Walberg (R-MI) and Peter Welch (D-VT) joined with U.S. Senators Roger Wicker (R-MS) and Ben Ray Luján (D-NM) to introduce the Proper Leadership to Align Networks (PLAN) for Broadband Act. The legislation requires the President to develop a national strategy to close the digital divide and a plan to implement that strategy. This legislation is based on a Government Accountability Office report that found that federal broadband efforts are fragmented and overlapping and recommended that the President develop a national broadband strategy. “Bridging the digital divide is critical for families, farmers, and small businesses throughout Michigan. More than ever before, having access to reliable broadband service is integral to our economy, education, health care, and most aspects of our daily lives,” said Walberg. “Developing a detailed roadmap that improves the efficiency and coordination of federal broadband programs is a commonsense step we can take to accelerate deployment to the rural communities that need it most.” “Vermont has been a leader in coordinating statewide broadband deployment, and the PLAN for Broadband Act will bring some of those same strategies that have worked for Vermonters to the federal level to help ensure that every American can access the high-speed broadband they need to thrive,” Welch said. “Closing the digital divide is one of Congress’ top priorities, but we cannot achieve that goal if our programs are mismanaged and lack coordination,” Wicker said. “A national broadband strategy will ensure our agencies are synchronized and manage these programs effectively to make sure that more Americans gain access to high-speed broadband.” “Whether it’s preventing an entrepreneur from starting an online business, hindering students' ability to complete their homework, or limiting families' ability to seek telehealth, New Mexicans know the difference between fast internet, slow internet, and no internet,” said Luján. “I’m proud to introduce this bipartisan legislation that will help improve coordination between federal agencies and local and Tribal governments to deliver on the funding we made available to build high speed, affordable broadband."" See the full text of the legislation here.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:59:24Z https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-jackie-walorski-was-good-friend-and-steadfast-leader,Moolenaar: Jackie Walorski Was A Good Friend and Steadfast Leader,2022-08-03,2022,2022-08,Republican,House,MI,John R. Moolenaar,M001194,moolenaar.house.gov,moolenaar,https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"This afternoon, Indiana Congresswoman Jackie Walorski was killed when the vehicle she was traveling in was involved in a head-on collision in northern Indiana. Two members of Walorski’s staff, District Director Zachery Potts and Communications Director Emma Thomson, were also killed in the accident. ""Jackie Walorski took pride in representing the people of Indiana and fought every day for what was right for her district. She always had a charitable spirit and before being elected to office her courageous philanthropy changed the lives of thousands of children. I will miss Jackie’s friendship, steadfast leadership, strong faith, and passion for public service,” said Congressman John Moolenaar. “My prayers are with the Walorski family and her congressional team as they mourn this tragic loss of three special people.” Walorski was first elected to Congress in 2012. She married her husband, Dean Swihart, in 1995. Walorski was 58 years old.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:59:24Z https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-defends-michiganders-second-amendment-rights,Moolenaar Defends Michiganders' Second Amendment Rights,2022-07-29,2022,2022-07,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 against legislation that would ban many of the firearms commonly owned by Michigan residents. ""This far-left gun ban violates the Second Amendment and the rights of law-abiding Michiganders to defend themselves. Today’s extreme proposal would ban many of the firearms legally owned by Michigan residents and make them illegal,” said Moolenaar. ""Many Democrats would ban all private gun ownership if they could. That’s why I will never stop fighting for the Constitution and the rights of Michigan residents."" Last month, Congressman Moolenaar voted against legislation that would violate Americans’ right to due process by funding states’ red flag laws.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:49:02Z https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases/walberg-continues-stand-second-amendment-rights,Walberg Continues to Stand Up for Second Amendment Rights,2022-07-29,2022,2022-07,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-07) released the following statement after voting against H.R. 1808, the so-called “Assault Weapons Ban.” “Speaker Pelosi’s disdain for the Second Amendment rights of Americans is never ending. At every possible turn, Democrats are trying to chip away at the American people’s constitutional rights, and today’s vote is yet another threat to our fundamental freedoms. This deeply flawed bill would ban some of the most common firearms owned by millions of law-abiding citizens while doing nothing to address the root cause of violence. I will continue to stand up against any partisan attempts to shred the Second Amendment, just as my constituents have always counted on me to do.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:49:02Z https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-statement-bidens-recession,Moolenaar Statement on Biden's Recession,2022-07-28,2022,2022-07,Republican,House,MI,John R. Moolenaar,M001194,moolenaar.house.gov,moolenaar,https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"This morning, the Department of Commerce announced that, from April to June, the U.S. economy shrank by nearly 1 percent. This is the second straight quarter of economic decline officially signaling that America is in an economic recession. In the first quarter, from January to March, the U.S. economy shrank by 1.6 percent. ""Today's announcement that America is now in a recession under President Biden and the Democrats is no surprise to the Michigan families and seniors who have been hurting for months. Democrats’ disastrous economic policies have caused the price of gas and groceries to soar, costing families hundreds of dollars a month,"" said Congressman John Moolenaar. ""It does not have to be this way. When Republicans held the White House and Congress, we had a strong economy with affordable energy and low inflation. Democrats should give up their plans for another partisan spending bill and start working with Republicans. We have been standing with families for over a year and warning Democrats about the high costs of inflation across the country.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:49:02Z https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-votes-against-bloated-spending-bill,Moolenaar Votes Against Bloated Spending Bill,2022-07-28,2022,2022-07,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 against the $280 billion spending bill passed by the House. “This legislation overspends billions of taxpayer dollars and goes far beyond what is needed for America to lead the world in chip production.” said Congressman John Moolenaar. “With inflation soaring, Democrats added billions of dollars in more spending for federal departments, which will only put the economy at risk of further inflation.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:49:02Z https://stevens.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-stevens-secures-wins-chips-and-science-act-votes-historic-investments,Rep. Stevens Secures Wins in the CHIPS and Science Act – Votes for Historic Investments in American Manufacturing and Innovation,2022-07-28,2022,2022-07,Democrat,House,MI,Haley M. Stevens,S001215,stevens.house.gov,stevens,https://stevens.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, DC – Today, Rep. Haley Stevens (D-MI) voted in support of the CHIPS and Science Act – a historic federal investment in semiconductor chips, science, and technological competitiveness to bring manufacturing back to the United States. The package includes multiple bills authored by Rep. Stevens; the CHIPPING IN Act, National Institute of Standards and Technology for the Future Act of 2021, and her bill to expand the Hollings Manufacturing Extension Partnership program. As Chairwoman of the House Research and Technology Subcommittee, Rep. Stevens played a major role in the drafting of the bill and was a key voice in bipartisan and bicameral negotiations on this critical legislation. “My district has felt the chips shortage acutely – throughout the months of negotiations on this bill I continued expressing our state’s urgency for funding and encouraged Members in both Chambers of Congress and both sides of the aisle to stay at the table until we had a deal,” said Rep. Haley Stevens (MI-11). “I am thrilled to see Congress pass the Chips & Science Act to bolster American manufacturing, boost our STEM workforce, and revitalize support for our premier research institutions. I am proud that the bill includes my own CHIPPING IN Act – to develop a diverse and sustainable semiconductor chip workforce here in the U.S.– in addition to my many bipartisan provisions that I helped usher through the House Science Committee. This CHIPS and Science bill is an investment in our people – it reflects our ability to reach higher, think deeper, and invent solutions to not only today’s problems, but solutions for tomorrow’s problems as well. It is a day for celebration and this groundbreaking legislation will ensure that Michigan continues to lead the country and the world in innovation.” The CHIPS and Science Act includes: $54.2 billion investments in domestic chip manufacturing Support for the auto-grade chips that American automakers need to remain competitive in the global market Rep. Stevens’ bill – the CHIPPING IN Act – a bill to expand and diversify the US chips workforce, which is a critical piece of the effort to bring microelectronics manufacturing jobs back to the USA Rep Stevens’ bill - the NIST for the Future Act – a comprehensive reauthorization for the agency that supports U.S. competitiveness through precision measurement research, technology development, partnerships with industry, facilitating and developing standards, and support for U.S. manufacturing Rep. Stevens’ bill to expand the Hollings Manufacturing Extension Partnership program A suite of bipartisan Science Committee provisions – that Rep. Stevens has long championed – to bolster American manufacturing, ensure our STEM workforce reflects the diversity of our country, and revitalize support for our premier research institutions The Chips Crisis Semiconductor chips are the building blocks of the modern economy – chips power our smartphones, cars, electronics, home appliances, medical devices, defense and more. Over reliance on foreign producers has left the United States vulnerable to supply chain disruptions and American automakers and consumers are paying the price. While it is a global semiconductor shortage, American automakers have experienced some of the largest adverse impacts. IHS Markit Automotive reported that last year alone, 1.5 million cars were not built due to the semiconductor shortage. The CHIPS and Science Act makes sorely needed investments for semiconductor manufacturing in America and invests in domestic semiconductor production.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:49:02Z https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases/walberg-bidens-recession-officially-here,Walberg: Biden’s Recession is Officially Here,2022-07-28,2022,2022-07,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-07) released the following statement after the Bureau of Economic Analysis released second quarter gross domestic product (GDP) numbers that show a 0.9 percent decline, marking the second straight quarter of negative growth. “Inflation is rising while the economy is shrinking, and too many Americans are struggling under President Biden’s reckless policies that are making daily life unaffordable. Instead of abandoning these inflation-fueling policies and offering new solutions, the Biden Administration is playing word games to deny economic reality. Trying to change the definition of a recession does nothing to help families and small businesses that are feeling the pain of rising prices and a decrease in real wages. The fact is American families have been robbed of their hard-fought wage gains, costing the average family more than $8,600 over the next year. Fiscal responsibility is needed now more than ever to rein in wasteful spending and curb this historic inflation that is hurting our economy.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:49:02Z https://mcclain.house.gov/2022/7/rep-lisa-mcclain-and-house-republicans-confront-biden-administration-s-attempt-to-ban-american-oil-exports,Rep. Lisa McClain and House Republicans Confront Biden Administration’s Attempt to Ban American Oil Exports,2022-07-27,2022,2022-07,Republican,House,MI,Lisa C. McClain,M001136,mcclain.house.gov,mcclain,https://mcclain.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C.-- Today, Rep. Lisa McClain joined her Republican House colleagues in confronting the Biden Administration’s attempt to manipulate the oil and petroleum markets by banning exports of the products. The group sent a letter to President Biden calling out the action, which puts the Administration’s anti-fossil fuel agenda above the American people. “The Biden Administration has declared war on American energy.” said Rep. Lisa McClain. “First, he destroys American energy production. Now, he is banning exports of American oil. This hurts our economy, it hurts our allies, and it hurts American workers. This policy proposal from President Biden would be detrimental to our country and would do long-lasting damage to the American energy industry. We cannot allow that to happen.” The letter was signed by 103 members, including Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy and Republican WHIP Steve Scalise.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:49:02Z https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases/house-passes-walberg-backed-bill-protect-victims-domestic-violence,House Passes Walberg-Backed Bill to Protect Victims of Domestic Violence,2022-07-27,2022,2022-07,Republican,House,MI,Tim Walberg,W000798,walberg.house.gov,walberg,https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C.—Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 7132, Safe Connections Act, a bipartisan bill to help protect victims of domestic violence. Rep. Tim Walberg (R-MI) introduced the legislation along with Reps. Annie Kuster (D-NH) and Anna Eshoo (D-CA), fellow members of the Energy and Commerce Committee. The Safe Connections Act would allow survivors of domestic abuse to separate their mobile phone line from any shared plan involving an abuser, without facing penalties. “Cell phones are lifelines for domestic abuse survivors, allowing them to stay connected with family and friends, seek the resources they need, and begin building a new life away from their abusers,” said Walberg. “By passing the Safe Connections Act, we are taking important steps to ensure that domestic abuse survivors are able to maintain their current phones lines without having to worry about high fees and contracts. I am pleased to see our legislation receive strong bipartisan support today in the House, and we will keep pushing forward to get it signed into law.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:49:02Z https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-office-accepting-fall-internship-applications,Moolenaar Office Accepting Fall Internship Applications,2022-07-26,2022,2022-07,Republican,House,MI,John R. Moolenaar,M001194,moolenaar.house.gov,moolenaar,https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"The Office of Congressman John Moolenaar is currently accepting applications for congressional internships in his Washington, D.C. office for Fall 2022. The internship program is open to college students and recent graduates who are interested in learning more about the legislative process and working in Congress. Applicants are asked to provide a cover letter, résumé, and any specific legislative issues or areas of interest. Applications will be reviewed on a first-come basis. College credits are available per school requirements. More information can be found at moolenaar.house.gov/internships.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:49:02Z https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases/walberg-visits-southern-border-see-bidens-border-crisis,Walberg Visits Southern Border to See Biden’s Border Crisis,2022-07-25,2022,2022-07,Republican,House,MI,Tim Walberg,W000798,walberg.house.gov,walberg,https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Eagle Pass, Texas—Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-07) visited the U.S.-Mexico border on Monday to hear from border personnel and see firsthand the ongoing humanitarian and national security crisis. Walberg joined a congressional delegation led by Congressman Tony Gonzales (TX-23) that included briefings from U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officials, a stop at the Eagle Pass Port of Entry, a tour of the migrant processing center, and roundtables with law enforcement and other stakeholders. “The chaos at the southern border is undeniable and exponentially worse than my previous trips I have taken there. After talking with officials on the ground, there is no doubt that President Biden’s lax border policies have caused a full-blown crisis that continues to spiral out of control. Illegal border crossings keep shattering records and drug cartels are emboldened, smuggling illicit fentanyl and human trafficking victims across the border and into our communities,” said Walberg. “I am grateful to the dedicated men and women who bravely protect the border, but it is clear they are overwhelmed and the Biden Administration refuses to give them the needed resources to address this historic influx of migrants. We must stand with our border patrol officers, finish building the wall, and secure the border now.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:49:02Z https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases/walberg-highlights-bidens-energy-crisis-and-need-immediate-relief,Walberg Highlights Biden’s Energy Crisis and the Need for Immediate Relief,2022-07-22,2022,2022-07,Republican,House,MI,Tim Walberg,W000798,walberg.house.gov,walberg,https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"As steep gas prices continue to take a toll on family budgets, Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-07) visited a local gas station in Michigan on Friday to highlight the need for solutions to unleash American energy and provide relief at the pump. The gas station event was organized by Americans for Prosperity-Michigan and featured a price reduction to $2.38 a gallon, the national average when President Biden took office in January 2021. “I have seen firsthand how Michigan families are having to stretch their budgets to make ends meet because of high gas prices and runaway inflation,” said Walberg. “President Biden’s hostility to American energy has caused gas prices to surge since he entered office, imposing an extra burden on Americans’ wallets. I want to thank Americans for Prosperity for reminding people how the Biden administration’s misguided policies are impacting our communities, and the importance of making life more affordable. As a member of the Energy and Commerce Committee, I will continue to advocate for solutions to reverse course, increase domestic production, and put America back on a path to energy independence.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:49:02Z https://mcclain.house.gov/2022/7/congresswoman-lisa-mcclain-commends-usda-on-implementation-of-wic-healthy-beginnings-act,Congresswoman Lisa McClain Commends USDA on Implementation of WIC Healthy Beginnings Act,2022-07-21,2022,2022-07,Republican,House,MI,Lisa C. McClain,M001136,mcclain.house.gov,mcclain,https://mcclain.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C.—Congresswoman Lisa McClain (R-MI) released the following statement after the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced its intent to implement the WIC Healthy Beginnings Act following a nation-wide baby formula shortage. “I am pleased that the USDA saw the value of the legislation that my colleagues and I introduced earlier this Congress. Their implementation of this bill through their regulatory process will save taxpayers money while also providing the children of America with higher quality nutrition,” said Rep. Lisa McClain. “I will continue to work toward advancing this legislation to ensure this dedicated webpage will be maintained despite politics of the current or future Administrations.” The bipartisan, bicameral legislation, introduced earlier this Congress, would establish a federal, searchable, public notice website for all open WIC infant formula bid contracts, which will make it easier for smaller formula manufacturers to compete for state contracts. The bill was introduced in the House by Rep. McClain (R-MI), Rep. McBath (D-GA), Rep. Levin (D-MI), Rep. Miller Meeks (R-IA) and in the Senate by Senator Marshall (R-KS) and Senator Gillibrand (D-NY)",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:49:02Z https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-votes-ban-oil-sales-china,Moolenaar Votes to Ban Oil Sales to China,2022-07-20,2022,2022-07,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 for an amendment to a House Appropriations bill that would prohibit the Strategic Petroleum Reserve from selling oil to China. The amendment was defeated after Democrats voted against it. “The purpose of the Strategic Petroleum Reserve is to make sure our country has oil in the event of a national emergency. I voted to make sure none of that oil is ever sold to China. This is commonsense policy and it is disappointing the Democrats did not join Republicans in supporting it today,” said Moolenaar. The amendment was offered by Congressman David Valadao (R-CA). The text of the amendment is below.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:49:02Z https://mcclain.house.gov/2022/7/rep-mcclain-demands-answers-from-president-biden-on-selling-oil-to-china,Rep. McClain Demands Answers From President Biden On Selling Oil To China,2022-07-19,2022,2022-07,Republican,House,MI,Lisa C. McClain,M001136,mcclain.house.gov,mcclain,https://mcclain.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, Congresswoman Lisa McClain (R-MI) demanded answers from President Biden on recent reports that his Administration sold over one million barrels of oil to China from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve. “President Biden claims to be working to lower gas costs, but at the same time he is sending oil from our strategic reserve to adversary number one, communist China” said Rep. McClain. “This is beyond unacceptable, and Americans are already paying the price for Biden’s failed policies. We need to hold the President accountable for this outrageous action.” Joining Rep. McClain on this letter are: Rep. Yvette Herrell (R-NM), Rep. Greg Stuebe (R-FL), Rep. Andy Biggs (R-AZ), Rep. Glenn Grothman (R-WI), Rep. Vicky Hartzler (R-MO), Rep. Mayra Flores (R-TX), Rep. Bob Good (R-VA), and Rep. Ben Cline (R-VA).",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:49:02Z https://mcclain.house.gov/2022/7/rep-mcclain-cosponsors-bill-requiring-visa-applicants-to-disclose-iranian-connections,Rep. McClain Cosponsors Bill Requiring Visa Applicants to Disclose Iranian Connections,2022-07-18,2022,2022-07,Republican,House,MI,Lisa C. McClain,M001136,mcclain.house.gov,mcclain,https://mcclain.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, Congresswoman Lisa McClain (R-MI) cosponsored the Protecting America from IRGC Terrorists Act. This bill requires visa applicants to disclose their affiliations with the Iranian government or the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). This bill will prevent applicants with connections to Iran, the world’s foremost state sponsor of terror, from ‘slipping through the cracks’ of our visa system. McClain joined Republican Study Committee Chairman Jim Banks and RSC National Security and Foreign Affairs Task Force Chair Joe Wilson in introducing the bill. “Iran has shown us time and time again that they are no friend of the United States. I am shocked that disclosing Iranian and IRGC affiliations was not already a requirement for U.S. visa applications,” said Rep. Lisa McClain. “During this time of heightened risk of IRGC terrorism, I am proud to cosponsor this bill to protect the American people.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:49:02Z https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=998,"Bergman Supports Defense Bill, Major Wins for Michigan's First District",2022-07-15,2022,2022-07,Republican,House,MI,Jack Bergman,B001301,bergman.house.gov,bergman,https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx,scraper,"Washington - Today, Rep. Jack Bergman issued the following statement after voting in support of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). “Providing for our national defense is a constitutional duty of Congress. I'm proud of the work the House Armed Services Committee did to put forth a truly bipartisan National Defense Authorization Act. This legislation provides a pay raise for our servicemembers, reverses President Biden’s dangerous proposed defense cuts, and will ensure we are prepared for tomorrow’s fight.” The FY23 NDAA: Reverses Biden's proposed cuts that would harm our security, missile defense, military construction and procurement; Provides a 4.6% pay raise for our servicemembers; Includes $23M for Operation Northern Strike; Includes provisions to help counter impacts of inflation on low-income military families; Invests in research, development, and procurement of capabilities to deter adversaries; Includes provisions to counter adversaries like Russia, China, and Iran; Prohibits the sale of products manufactured, assembled in or imported from China in US military base exchanges or commissaries; Prohibits a dishonorable discharge for servicemembers who refuse a COVID-19 vaccination; Requires regular DOD Inspector General reviews of assistance provided to Ukraine; Expresses the sense of Congress that the crisis at our Southern border is a national security threat; and Creates incentives for servicemembers to report waste and fraud.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:49:02Z https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-votes-against-democrats-unlimited-abortion-bill,Moolenaar Votes Against Democrats’ Unlimited Abortion Bill,2022-07-15,2022,2022-07,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 against a pro-abortion bill led by House Democrats. The Women's Health Protection Act would allow an unborn child to be aborted up until the moment of birth, including partial-birth abortion. ""Every child is a precious gift and has the right to life. We must protect these innocent children who are unable to protect themselves, and this extreme legislation would allow for abortion up until birth,"" said Moolenaar. ""I will always defend the right to life and fight against Democrats' efforts to provide unlimited abortion. Earlier this week, I cosponsored legislation to help expecting mothers, and I will continue to support pregnancy resource centers that provide mothers and children with vital assistance."" Earlier this week, Moolenaar took action to support mothers and their children by cosponsoring the Unborn Child Support Act and the Child Tax Credit for Pregnant Moms Act.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:49:02Z https://mcclain.house.gov/2022/7/rep-lisa-mcclain-introduces-resolution-in-support-of-the-dobbs-v-jackson-supreme-court-case,Rep. Lisa McClain Introduces Resolution in Support of the Dobbs v. Jackson Supreme Court Case,2022-07-14,2022,2022-07,Republican,House,MI,Lisa C. McClain,M001136,mcclain.house.gov,mcclain,https://mcclain.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON D.C.- Today, Congresswoman Lisa McClain (R-MI), introduced a resolution expressing Congressional support for the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision on the recent court case Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization. “There is nothing more important than standing up for the unborn and fighting for life,” said Rep. Lisa McClain. “The Supreme Court made the correct decision in the Dobbs case by declaring that there is no Constitutional right to abortion. I applaud the courage of the Justices to uphold their Constitutional duty despite intimidation tactics and threats of violence. Congress should recognize this landmark decision and celebrate this win for life.” Co-Sponsors for the resolution include: Moore (R-Al-2), Rogers (R-AL-3), Lamborn (R-CO-5), Rose (D-CT-3), Cammack (R-FL-3), Franklin (R-FL-15), Steube (R-Fl-17), Donalds (R-FL-19), Buddy Carter (R-GA-1), Clyde (R-GA-9), Hice (R-GA-10), Feenstra (R-IA-4), Fulcher (R-ID-1), Banks (R-IN-3), Mann (R-KS-1), LaTurner (R-KS-2), Johnson (R-LA-4), Graves (R-LA-6), Bergman (R-MI-1), Moolenaar (R-MI-4), Fischbach (R-MN-7), Guest (R-MS-3), Hartzler (R-MO-4) Rouzer (R-NC-7), Cawthorn (R-NC-11), Smith (R-NE-3), Smith (R-NJ-4), Mullin (R-OK-2), Kelly (R-PA-16), Duncan (R-SC-3),Timmons (R-SC-4), Norman (R-SC-5), Johnson (R-SD), Ellzer (R-TX-6), Gooden (R-TX-5), Weber (R-TX-14), Cloud (R-TX-27), Babin (R-TX-36), Owens (R-UT-4), Mckinley (R-WV-1), Mooney (R-WV-2), Newhouse (R-WA-4)",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:49:02Z https://mcclain.house.gov/2022/7/rep-lisa-mcclain-votes-in-favor-of-the-ndaa,Rep. Lisa McClain Votes In Favor of The NDAA,2022-07-14,2022,2022-07,Republican,House,MI,Lisa C. McClain,M001136,mcclain.house.gov,mcclain,https://mcclain.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON D.C.- Today, Congresswoman Lisa McClain (R-MI), a member of the House Armed Services Committee, released the following statement after voting in favor of the NDAA. “Supporting our military is a responsibility that cannot be taken lightly” said Rep. McClain. “I know how vital the NDAA is for our national security, our service members, and my own District. While we didn’t get 100% of everything we wanted, this bill is in good shape, and my home state and the entire nation got some big wins. That is why I voted in favor of the NDAA this evening.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:49:02Z