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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.

Moolenaar, Dingell Legislation to Stop Deadly TB Outbreaks Passed by House

June 23, 2025

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“I am grateful for the overwhelming bipartisan support for our legislation honoring Shandra's legacy. This bill will help prevent TB infections from bone grafts and save families from experiencing the pain and sadness that Shandra’s family has tragically endured. Our legislation accomplishes this by ensuring the FDA requires screening for TB and holds tissue suppliers responsible for infections they spread. I will continue my work in Congress to ensure this commonsense legislation is signed into law,” said Moolenaar.

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Moolenaar Statement on Passage of H.R. 1

May 22, 2025

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This morning, Congressman John Moolenaar voted in favor of H.R. 1, the One, Big, Beautiful Bill Act. The legislation delivers on the mandate given to President Trump and the Republican Party by the American people last November.

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Moolenaar, Dingell Bill to Prevent TB Outbreaks Advanced by Committee

April 29, 2025

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"The tuberculosis outbreak in 2023 that tragically took the life of Shandra Eisenga should never have happened. Our bill honors Shandra's legacy by ensuring no one has to endure what she and her family went through. I am grateful for the bipartisan support of our bill, and I will continue my work to make it law to prevent future deadly TB outbreaks," said Moolenaar.

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Moolenaar, Dingell Introduce Bill to Improve Services for Rural Veterans

March 11, 2025

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Today, Congressman John Moolenaar and Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) reintroduced bipartisan legislation that would require the VA to ensure veterans in rural areas have reliable access to patient advocates to receive better care. Patient advocates assist veterans with paperwork, services, and appeals related to their care.

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Moolenaar, Dingell Reintroduce Legislation to Prevent Deadly TB Outbreaks

February 6, 2025

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“The death of Shandra Eisenga was a result of a lack of oversight and accountability of tissue donation services. No family should have to go through what her family has experienced. I am re-introducing this bill today and urge my colleagues in the House to quickly pass it unanimously just as we did last year so we can make this bill law once and for all,” said Moolenaar.

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House Passes Moolenaar Bill to Stop Deadly TB Outbreaks

December 16, 2024

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“I am grateful my legislation to honor Shandra’s legacy was passed by the House. This bill will help prevent TB infections from bone grafts and save families from experiencing the pain and sadness that Shandra’s family has tragically endured. My bipartisan bill accomplishes this by ensuring the FDA requires screening for TB and holds tissue suppliers responsible for infections they spread,” said Moolenaar.

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Moolenaar, Dingell Bill to Stop Deadly TB Outbreaks Passes Committee

September 18, 2024

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“I am grateful my legislation in honor of Shandra Eisenga passed the Committee on Energy and Commerce today with strong bipartisan support. This legislation will honor her legacy and help stop preventable TB deaths from happening again. I encourage my colleagues to pass the Shandra Eisenga Human Cell and Tissue Product Safety Act,” said Moolenaar.

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Moolenaar Bill to Stop Tuberculosis Outbreaks Moves Forward

May 16, 2024

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“The tragic passing of Shandra Eisenga should have never happened, and I am pleased my bill in her memory is moving forward. This vital bipartisan legislation will prevent future tuberculosis outbreaks with additional oversight on donor material providers, and serve as an honor to Shandra’s legacy. I will continue my work to make it law and stop deadly TB outbreaks,” said Moolenaar.

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Moolenaar Legislation to Prevent TB Outbreaks Moves Forward

February 29, 2024

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“My legislation to prevent TB outbreaks will save lives and help families avoid tragedies like the one we had in Michigan with Shandra Eisenga. It was wonderful to be joined by Shandra’s family today, I am thankful to my colleagues for considering these bills. I will continue my work to make sure this legislation moves forward in Congress,” said Moolenaar, after the hearing.

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Moolenaar Honored By Community Health Care Providers

February 20, 2024

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“I am honored to receive this award from our community health centers, who are an essential resource for Michigan families, especially in rural communities. I will continue my advocacy for them on the House Appropriations Committee so they can continue to provide vital health care services to residents for years to come,” Moolenaar said after receiving the award.

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