Agriculture

Moolenaar Stands With Michigan Farmers Against Executive Branch Overreach

January 13, 2016

Moolenaar: "Today, I stood with the 15,000 farmers in my district and continued to fight against the Obama Administration's executive overreach. Farmers across Michigan are worried about this rule which would regulate ditches and puddles on their fields. Federal courts and a bipartisan majority of the people’s representatives have opposed this rule. The executive branch should rescind it and give farmers more certainty for the future."

Issues:Great LakesAgriculture

House Passes Tax Relief for Hardworking Americans

December 17, 2015

Press Release

Moolenaar: "The legislation permanently extends the research and development tax credit that leading Michigan companies use to make innovative new products that are sold around the world. This will reduce the tax burden for Michigan businesses and create more jobs for Michigan residents.”

Issues:VeteransAgricultureEducation and OpportunityHealth CareJobs and the EconomyNational SecurityTax Reform

House Restores Crop Insurance Cuts, Extends Highway Trust Fund

December 3, 2015

Press Release

Moolenaar: "Restoring crop insurance cuts is vital for the 15,000 farm operators of Michigan’s Fourth Congressional District. Weather can ruin an entire year of crops and without insurance some family farms could lose everything. I am glad we could fix this issue that was created in the October budget agreement and also pass funding for our nation’s critical highway infrastructure needs."

Issues:AgricultureTransportation & Infrastructure

Rep. John Moolenaar Talks Agriculture and Refugees with Farmers

November 23, 2015

In The News

by Elisabeth Waldon, Greenville Daily News

Rep. John Moolenaar talks agriculture and refugees with farmers

Excerpt: Local farmers had a chance to share their thoughts with the Congressman for Michigan’s 4th District on Friday. Rep. John Moolenaar, R-Midland, toured Andersen Brothers, a centennial farm in rural Blanchard, and met with constituents to discuss agricultural issues, such as food labeling and environmental standards, as well as concerns about ISIS and refugees.

Issues:AgricultureForeign AffairsJobs and the EconomyNational Security

Moolenaar: Court Decision a Victory for Michigan Farmers

October 9, 2015

Press Release

Today, the Sixth Circuit of Appeals issued a stay temporarily blocking the Environmental Protection Agency from implementing its overreaching Waters of the U.S. Rule until further litigation can be resolved.

Representative John Moolenaar (R-Midland) issued the following statement:

"In hearing from farmers across the district, I know many were worried that this overreaching rule from the EPA would interfere in their daily operations. Today's court decision is a victory for them.

Issues:Great LakesAgriculture

Working for Our Farming Families

October 6, 2015

Editorial

It is harvest time and Michigan farmers have had a challenging growing season. As the leaves turn colors and families head out to cider mills, here are the highlights of the year so far in Michigan agriculture and the bills I have voted for to help our farming families prosper.

Issues:Agriculture

New Transparency on Food

July 24, 2015

Editorial

With strong bipartisan support, the House has passed the Safe and Accurate Food Labeling Act of 2015. As I write in my op-ed, Michigan shoppers will enjoy knowing that there is an easy to understand standard that will tell them whether or not a product is engineered because they will know what to look for when they are grocery shopping.

Issues:Agriculture

Moolenaar Questions EPA Director on Agency's Overreaching Water Rule

July 9, 2015

Press Release

Congress has oversight of the EPA and has heard from environmental experts and farmers that the water rule is confusing. The unintended consequences of this rule could be very costly to local communities in Michigan. I look forward to working with Administrator McCarthy on making sure Michigan farmers, businesses and towns will be able to operate without interference from the EPA.

Issues:AgricultureGreat LakesJobs and the Economy

Moolenaar: Supreme Court Defeat for EPA Overreach is a Win for All Americans

June 29, 2015

Press Release

Today, the Supreme Court ruled in favor of all Americans who are frustrated with the EPA and its overzealous pursuit of expansive rules that exceed its authority. The EPA has been trying to implement regulations that would dramatically increase the price of electricity for families and ratepayers throughout Michigan. Thankfully, the Supreme Court ruled for the American people.

Issues:AccountabilityEnergyAgriculture

Moolenaar Denounces Federal Overreach on Food Ingredients

June 16, 2015

Press Release

This is an unnecessary intrusion by the federal government. Already, many companies are removing trans fats from their products and Americans are making common-sense, healthy choices about what they eat. Americans should be trusted to make the food choices that are best for them and their family. They don’t need Washington bureaucrats telling them what they can and cannot eat.

Issues:AgricultureHealth CareAccountabilityJobs and the Economy