National Security

"Our commitment to the brave men and women who serve in the U.S. Armed Forces will never waiver. The FY27 NDAA will help ensure our military remains the world's premiere fighting force, and provides increased support those who serve and their families. This legislation is a win for Michigan; restores our defense industrial base, provides vital funding for Selfridge Air National Guard Base and opens the door to new innovations in a constantly changing battlefield. I'm also proud my provision to prevent foreign surveillance of military cargo was included in this bill to bolter our national security," said Moolenaar.

"The Chinese Communist Party is working tirelessly to make the PLA the world's leading military force by 2050. Through its policy of civil-military fusion, it has enlisted dozens of companies, and their subsidiaries, to assist in that goal. Beyond that, the CCP expects any Chinese national abroad to support its cause if called upon. Our commonsense legislation ensures that those who have already worked to advance the CCP's mission are not permitted in the United States, while protecting Chinese immigrants who seek to flee the regime's persecution," said Moolenaar.

“Gotion spent years trying to force itself into Green Charter Township, despite patriotic residents of Mecosta County rejecting it time and time again. Now that the State of Michigan has rightly placed it in default of its obligations to receive state taxpayer support, it has sunk to a new low and is seeking to bankrupt the town. Gotion is no stranger to seeking retribution, in text messages revealed in court documents, a Gotion executive sought personal information about those who opposed the Chinese Communist Party coming to Mecosta County. Gotion’s recent filing is only further evidence the CCP and companies beholden to it will abuse our legal system to silence those who oppose their agenda.”

"The American auto industry is vital for jobs, national security, and the future of America’s manufacturing base. China cheats in every industry, and in autos it is overproducing vehicles and components, and selling them for cheap in hopes they will put our companies out of business. In some cases, Chinese companies, including CATL and BYD, use slave labor to undercut the fair wages of hardworking Americans. These companies should not be allowed to do business in America, and their products shouldn’t be in our cars or threatening our infrastructure,” said Moolenaar.

“Food security is national security, and we cannot allow foreign adversaries like China to buy up American farmland near our most sensitive military and critical infrastructure sites. This bipartisan legislation closes dangerous loopholes, presumptively bars foreign adversaries from purchasing land, and ensures the United States has the tools to stop these farmland deals before they threaten our security. It also implements the Trump Administration’s America First Investment Policy and USDA’s Farm Security Action Plan by giving the administration the authority needed to protect United States farmland and real estate near sensitive facilities. This a top concern of the American people and I hope Congress will act quickly to pass it into law,” said Moolenaar.

"The Farm Bill is crucial for the 17,000 farmers in my district and producers across the nation. It is a win for Michigan, giving farmers certainty and allowing them to prepare for the future by reauthorizing and modernizing key programs that help farmers during challenging times. Affordability starts on our farms, and this legislation ensures family farms are able to thrive; keeping grocery shelves stocked and prices down," said Moolenaar. "The Farm Bill will also help residents in our rural communities by providing federal funding and grants for vital infrastructure projects and expanding broadband access."

"Selfridge is a critical asset to our national security and a major contributor to Michigan's economy. President Trump rightly recognizes its role in our keeping our country safe and committed a new fighter mission to the base last year. However, there is work to be done to update the base to fit the needs of the new F-15EX fighters. As the only House appropriator from our state, I will always work with my Michigan colleagues to bring critical funding like this to the state to improve our economy and keep our country safe," said Moolenaar.

“America’s rail system plays a vital role in our economy and our national defense,” said Moolenaar. “We cannot allow the companies with ties to the Chinese Communist Party access to information that could track sensitive shipments and undermine our national security. Our bipartisan legislation addresses dangerous oversights in existing law and ensures this critical infrastructure is protected.”