Health Care

I am a member of the House Appropriations Committee and the subcommittee with oversight of HHS and its response to the opioid crisis. I support funding for states to combat the opioid crisis and I have also backed legislation funding research into new pain relief treatments so patients can safely recover without the risk of addiction. I have also supported funding that will help our country find cures for cancer and Alzheimer’s. These diseases rob us of our loved ones and we must continue research that will bring us closer to finding life-saving treatments.

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Moolenaar Welcomes Grant For Montcalm Schools to Prevent Youth Substance Abuse

April 26, 2021 Press Release

"This grant will support schools in Montcalm County as they teach leadership skills and resilience to students in an effort to prevent substance abuse and reduce the risk of young people using drugs,” said Congressman John Moolenaar. “Many communities in Michigan have been affected by the opioid crisis or other forms of substance abuse. The Drug-Free Communities Support Program will help educate young people and their families to prevent abuse and keep residents in the Montcalm area safe and healthy."

Moolenaar Supports Extending Ban on Fentanyl-Related Substances

April 21, 2021 Press Release

“This legislation is vital to the fight against the opioid epidemic and it will help law enforcement keep fentanyl and related drugs off the streets so our communities stay safe,” said Congressman Moolenaar. "The opioid crisis has hurt families across mid and northern Michigan, and this legislation will help stop the flow of fentanyl and fentanyl analogues that are brought into the United States from other countries."

Moolenaar Visits Vaccine Clinic in Midland

April 9, 2021 Press Release

“The team at MidMichigan Health is doing a terrific job providing the vaccine to people in the community. It is encouraging to see that participation, and I hope everyone who wants it will sign up for their opportunity,” said Congressman Moolenaar. “Vaccines are already protecting many Michigan seniors from COVID-19, and with this week’s increased eligibility I hope younger adults will get vaccinated and help put this awful pandemic behind us.”

Moolenaar Welcomes Grant for MidMichigan Community Health Services

March 23, 2021 Press Release

“MidMichigan Community Health Services has supported Michigan residents with the health challenges they face each day and it has played an important role in helping rural communities deal with major concerns, including the pandemic and the opioid crisis," said Congressman Moolenaar. “In Congress, I have advocated for grants like this one, so MidMichigan can help people in our communities live longer, healthier lives."

The Broadening Online Opportunities through Simple Technologies Act

February 26, 2021 Page

The bipartisan BOOST Act would allow eligible rural homeowners and primary lessess to claim a refundable consumer tax credit of up to $300 after purchasing a signal booster or hotspot to improve a slow internet connection.

Moolenaar Supports Research in the Fight Against Cancer

February 4, 2021 Press Release

Congressman John Moolenaar is a long-time supporter of cancer research. As a member of the House Appropriations Committee, which funds federal cancer research, he has worked across the aisle to ensure cancer research funding is included in federal legislation. Last year, he voted to fund research at the National Institutes of Health and its National Cancer Institute.

Moolenaar Votes Against Democrats' Rushed Bill Benefiting Wealthy Families

December 28, 2020 Press Release

"After months of denying relief for small businesses, Speaker Pelosi and the Democrats rushed a bill to the floor and instead of only helping the Americans who need it most, they handed out money to wealthy families," said Moolenaar. “Americans want jobs, and they want their states to trust them, by letting them safely re-open their businesses and serve their customers. State-imposed restrictions supported by Democrats are bankrupting small businesses, harming students, and creating a spike in substance abuse. With new doses of vaccines arriving every day, states should end their restrictions so Americans can provide for their families and kids can go back to school.”

Moolenaar Welcomes Grant to Support Rural Health Care

December 3, 2020 Press Release

“This grant for MidMichigan Health will help it confront the health issues facing our rural communities, including the opioid crisis and the COVID-19 pandemic," said Congressman John Moolenaar. "While the pandemic has received a lot of attention, the opioid epidemic has also been a serious challenge as residents have dealt with increased anxiety and social isolation. This funding for MidMichigan Health will help it serve all the needs of our rural communities and maintain access to quality health services for residents."

New Federal Grants to Help Survivors of Domestic Abuse

September 17, 2020 Press Release

"Whether it’s providing victims with secure, temporary housing while they begin a new chapter of their lives or providing support for them when they face their abuser in court, this funding will make a meaningful difference in the lives of survivors of domestic and sexual abuse in mid Michigan,” said Congressman John Moolenaar.

Moolenaar Votes for Protections for Pregnant Workers

September 17, 2020 Press Release

“I believe women should be treated fairly and should never have to make an unfair choice between having a career and raising a family,” said Congressman Moolenaar. “This legislation provides workplace protections for Michigan women while they are pregnant so they can safely raise their children and pursue their career."