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Unnecessary and burdensome regulations have hindered economic growth and job creation in America. That is why I am fighting for smarter, pro-growth policies that get government out of the way and help small businesses expand and hire new workers. In fact, I have supported overturning numerous regulations written by unelected bureaucrats who do not understand the negative consequences of the rules they wrote.

Michigan has a talented workforce and world-leading manufacturing base, and we can keep it that way by promoting opportunities in the skilled trades. I am committed to ensuring residents have the opportunity to learn career and technical skills that are vital to applying for good-paying jobs.

Moolenaar: Common Sense Wins, Michigan to Terminate Gotion Project

October 23, 2025

Press Release

Congressman John Moolenaar released the following statement in response to the State of Michigan placing Gotion, a CCP-affiliated company, in default on its agreement to build a battery component factory in Mecosta County:

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Moolenaar Bill to Empower Michigan Native Tribes Advances Committee

September 17, 2025

Press Release

“The Tribal Labor Sovereignty Act is about fairness and respect. Tribal governments should have the same authority as every other level of government in America to make decisions for their people and their communities,” said Congressman Moolenaar. “This legislation recognizes the sovereignty of tribes and ensures they have the ability to create policies that best serve their members. I am grateful for the support it received in the Education and Workforce Committee, and will continue my work to deliver this important protection for tribal communities.”

Issues:Jobs and the Economy

Moolenaar, Obernolte, Goldman, Introduce LOCOMOTIVES Act to Stop California Regulations from Impacting Nation

May 5, 2025

Press Release

"Nearly every industry relies on railway to ship their goods and access markets across the world. Unfortunately, bureaucrats in California maintain the ability to supersede federal standards and institute policies that would keep vital parts of Michigan's economy, including the agriculture and auto industries, from accessing global markets. The LOCOMOTIVES Act is a commonsense proposal that stops California's policies from impacting our state, and the rest of the country," said Moolenaar.

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Moolenaar, Scholten Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Help Veterans Enter the Workforce

March 6, 2025

Press Release

Congressman John Moolenaar and Congresswoman Hillary Scholten (D-MI) have introduced bipartisan legislation that would help veterans and service members finishing their time in the military enter the workforce.

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Moolenaar Votes for Budget to Get America Back on Track

February 25, 2025

Press Release

Today, Congressman John Moolenaar voted for a budget resolution, which passed the House of Representatives 217 to 215. The budget provides a path for Congress and the Trump administration to deliver on the priorities of Michigan families.

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Moolenaar To Serve Michigan on Appropriations Committee

January 23, 2025

Press Release

"Michigan families work hard and their tax dollars should go toward what matters most to them. As their voice on the Appropriations Committee, I will advocate for their most important priorities including protecting the Great Lakes, supporting our rural communities, and championing Michigan farmers,” said Moolenaar.

Issues:AccountabilityAgricultureBudgetEducation and OpportunityForeign AffairsGreat LakesJobs and the EconomyNational SecuritySeniors

Moolenaar, LaHood, Golden, Sen. Scott Reintroduce NO GOTION Act to End Taxpayer Support of CCP Companies

January 16, 2025

Press Release

Today, Congressman John Moolenaar, along with Congressmen Darin LaHood (R-IL) and Jared Golden (D-ME), reintroduced the bipartisan No Official Giveaways Of Taxpayers’ Income to Oppressive Nations (NO GOTION) Act in the House of Representatives. The bill will also be introduced in the U.S.

Issues:EnergyForeign AffairsJobs and the EconomyNational SecurityTax Reform

Moolenaar: Whitmer’s Empty Words on Chinese Auto Suppliers Require Action

January 15, 2025

Press Release

“Governor Whitmer has given hundreds of millions of dollars to Chinese auto suppliers in Michigan. If she is ready to show she is serious about stopping the Chinese Communist Party from taking over our auto industry she will end the state subsidies she approved for Chinese auto suppliers and stop their projects from moving forward. She has subsidized the CCP’s efforts to make our automakers more dependent on China. Her concerns about Chinese auto suppliers hurting our economy are empty until she ends her subsidies for them,” said Congressman John Moolenaar.

Issues:AccountabilityForeign AffairsJobs and the Economy

Moolenaar: Biden's EV Mandate Kills Michigan Jobs

November 15, 2024

Press Release

"President Biden's electric vehicle mandate is killing Michigan jobs and hurting our automakers. His administration is working to force EVs into the market when Americans who have made it clear they do not want them. I look forward to working with President-elect Trump to end Biden's EV mandate, and strengthen Michigan's auto industry," said Congressman John Moolenaar.

Issues:Jobs and the Economy

Biden-Harris Let CCP-Affiliated Companies Rob Michigan Families and Receive Tax Credits

October 24, 2024

Press Release

Today’s announcement by the Treasury Department leaves the door wide open for Gotion and other Chinese companies to receive federal tax credits. It is a disgraceful policy that will take money from hardworking Michigan families and funnel it straight to Beijing while forcing our Michigan automakers to become more dependent on supply chains controlled by China.

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