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President Signs New VA Accountability Law

June 23, 2017 Press Release
In a time when so much news coverage focuses on division in Washington, as Americans there is still more that unites us than divides us. Republicans, Democrats and President Trump all agree that our veterans deserve the best care.
Issues:
Veterans

Asian Carp Found Less Than Ten Miles From Lake Michigan

June 23, 2017 Press Release
The finding of Asian carp less than ten miles from Lake Michigan is another alarm bell for action to protect the Great Lakes ecosystem from this invasive species.
Issues:
Great Lakes

St. Louis Superfund Site Receives EPA Funding

June 23, 2017 Press Release

This week, the Environmental Protection Agency announced $9.7 million in funding will be used to begin the next phase in the clean-up of the Velsicol Superfund site in St. Louis. 

Issues:
Accountability

Moolenaar Supports Grants for Skilled Trades Education

June 22, 2017 Press Release
Today’s legislation helps students in mid and northern Michigan pursue good-paying jobs in the skilled trades. Making sure students are learning these critical skills is vital to maintaining Michigan’s talented workforce and world-leading manufacturing base.
Issues:
Jobs and the Economy, Technology

Moolenaar Co-Sponsors Legislation Calling for Release of Asian Carp Report

June 22, 2017 Press Release
The Army Corps of Engineers needs to release the Brandon Road Lock report promptly. Asian carp is an invasive species that jeopardizes the Great Lakes ecosystem and our state’s economy. By continuing to block the release of this report, the Army Corps delays solutions that will help stop Asian carp from entering the Great Lakes.

Moolenaar Questions OMB Director About The Great Lakes

June 21, 2017 Press Release
Congressman Moolenaar raised concerns about the administration’s proposal to cut the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative. In his support for the GLRI, Congressman Moolenaar emphasized that the Great Lakes are an international border and contain 20 percent of the world’s freshwater, supplying drinking water to millions of Americans.
Issues:
Great Lakes

Moolenaar Votes for VA Accountability Legislation

June 13, 2017 Press Release
This legislation is an important part of holding the VA accountable for the care of our veterans. While the majority of VA employees are hardworking, it is vital that we streamline the process for removing those who have failed our veterans. This legislation will help ensure the VA has the best people providing our veterans with the care they earned for serving our country.
Issues:
Accountability, Veterans

Moolenaar Votes To Rein in Washington Bureaucrats

June 8, 2017 Press Release
The Financial Choice Act benefits everyday Americans by reining in Washington bureaucrats and freeing up money to invest in hometown projects. Wall Street banks that benefited during the Obama Administration oppose today’s bill because they enjoy advantages the status quo provides them over Michigan community banks and credit unions.
Issues:
Jobs and the Economy

Moolenaar Co-Sponsors Soo Locks Legislation

June 7, 2017 Press Release
The Soo Locks are vital to our country. We need to improve the 50-year old infrastructure and build a new lock to grow the economy and protect good-paying jobs for hardworking Michigan residents.
Issues:
Great Lakes, Jobs and the Economy, Transportation

Moolenaar Votes to Hire More Veterans and Law Enforcement Officers

June 7, 2017 Press Release
This legislation will make it easier for our veterans and law enforcement officers to pursue job opportunities and continue to serve our country. As a public servant, ensuring our national security is my top priority. Customs and Border Patrol needs to hire more agents to keep our country safe and this legislation will help do that.
Issues:
Accountability, Jobs and the Economy, National Defense, Veterans

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In The News

Moolenaar Moves to Eliminate Native American Health Care Limitation

June 27, 2016 In The News
by Rick Mills, The Morning Sun
Moolenaar Moves to Eliminate Native American Health Care Limitation

Excerpt: Native Americans barred from contributing to health savings accounts in some instances would gain that right under a resolution to fix the obscure mix-up pushed by U.S. Rep. John Moolenaar, R-Midland.

Issues:
Health Care

Two Veterans Honored with Medals at Prudenville Ceremony

June 1, 2016 In The News
by Cody Boyer, 9&10 News
Two Veterans Honored with Medals at Prudenville Ceremony

Excerpt: “It’s important that we honor our veterans and those who have served our country so nobly and have earned these awards and honors," Moolenaar says. “It’s important to recognize them, as well as their families.”

Issues:
Veterans

Moolenaar Speaks on Federal Budget in Montcalm

February 24, 2016 In The News
by Cory Smith, Daily News
Moolenaar Speaks on Federal Budget in Montcalm
Excerpt: U.S. Congressional Rep. John Moolenaar, R-Midland, spoke Monday on the subject of the national budget.
Issues:
Accountability, Education and Opportunity, Spending Cuts and Debt, Tax Reform

Congressmen Moolenaar, Benishek Tour Trails, Snowmobile Hot Spots

February 19, 2016 In The News
by Rick Charmoli, Cadillac News
Congressmen Moolenaar, Benishek Tour Trails, Snowmobile Hot Spots
Excerpt: On Thursday, U.S. Rep. John Moolenaar and U.S. Rep. Dan Benishek were in the Cadillac area touring the local trail system as well as to find out about how they could possibly help ensure the area continues to thrive as a snowmobiler destination.
Issues:
Jobs and the Economy

Congressman John Moolenaar Grills EPA's Top Administrator on Flint's Water Emergency

February 12, 2016 In The News
by ABC12 News Team
Congressman John Moolenaar Grills EPA's Top Administrator on Flint's Water Emergency

Excerpt: U.S. Rep. John Moolenaar (R-Midland) takes aim at the nation's top EPA administrator on who's to blame for Flint's water emergency.

Issues:
Accountability

Moolenaar Questions EPA Administrator on Flint

February 11, 2016 In The News
by Kyle Feldscher, Washington Examiner
Moolenaar Questions EPA Administrator on Flint
Excerpt: Moolenaar questions the EPA about why it didn't tell the public about Flint's drinking water.
Issues:
Accountability

Moolenaar Opens New Cadillac Office

January 21, 2016 In The News
by Antonio Coleman, Cadillac News
Moolenaar Opens New Cadillac Office

Excerpt: U.S Rep. John Moolenaar, R-Midland, invited residents to the Old City Hall Building Wednesday afternoon to discuss several challenges facing the state. “It’s important for me to be an affective advocate for Northern Michigan and this new office is a great way to do that,” Moolenaar said.

Issues:
Great Lakes, Accountability

Rep. Moolenaar Tours MCC, Learns About Rapidly Changing Workforce

January 20, 2016 In The News
by Elisabeth Waldon, Greenville Daily News
Rep. Moolenaar Tours MCC, Learns About Rapidly Changing Workforce

Excerpt: Moolenaar toured manufacturing training classrooms at MCC’s Greenville facility, with amenities such as a motor control room that teaches basics to journeymen, hydraulic trainers, desktop CNC mills, motors, welding, computer classrooms (where the student assignment is to wire the entire room) and a new photography classroom where students can learn about photos, video and marketing...

Issues:
Technology, Education and Opportunity, Jobs and the Economy

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:
Agriculture, Foreign Affairs, Jobs and the Economy, National Defense

Moolenaar Holds Listening Session with Constituents

September 4, 2015 In The News
by Elisabeth Waldon, Daily News
Moolenaar Holds Listening Session with Constituents

Excerpt: The Iran deal, Planned Parenthood videos and gay marriage … these were the primary interests of Montcalm County residents who met with Rep. John Moolenaar this week. A handful of 4th District constituents attended Wednesday’s meeting at the Montcalm County Administrative Building in Stanton to hear from their Congressman before Congress goes back into session next week.

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Videos

Moolenaar: "Michigan Farm Convoys Represent the Best of America"

April 6, 2017 Video
Congressman John Moolenaar honors the Michigan farming community for its efforts to assist the hurting communities in America's heartland that have affected by wildfires there.
Issues:
Agriculture

Flint Water Crisis: Moolenaar Questions EPA Administrator

February 11, 2016 Video
Today, Representative John Moolenaar (R-Midland) questioned EPA Administrator Gina McCarthy about the agency’s failures in the Flint water crisis.
Issues:
Accountability

Moolenaar Supports Flint Water Legislation Passed by the House

February 10, 2016 Video

Representative John Moolenaar (R-Midland) speaks on the House floor about H.R. 4470, the Safe Drinking Water Act Improved Compliance Awareness Act of 2016.

Issues:
Accountability

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May 2, 2016 Photo Gallery
Symbol for the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War