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March 29, 2025
"The residents of Mecosta County have made it clear multiple times they do not support Gotion operating in their community. The company has continuously misled the public about its close ties to the CCP and refused to heed election results, instead deciding to sue a small town that does not want it. Gotion's announcement it is pausing its application process is good news, however, it should listen to the people of Mecosta County and end its plans in Michigan once and for all," said Moolenaar.
March 19, 2025

Today, Congressman John Moolenaar presented military honors to Karl Smith at VFW Post 7729 in Muskegon. Smith enlisted in the Navy at 17 years old, while still attending Muskegon High School. During his service, he was assigned to serve on the USS Halsey, and was deployed to the West Pacific during the Vietnam War.

Issues:Veterans
March 11, 2025

Today, Congressman John Moolenaar voted for a resolution to keep the federal government from shutting down. The bill funds the government through September 30, 2025 and maintains programs like Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid. Additionally, the resolution fully funds veterans programs and the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative.

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March 11, 2025

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.

March 6, 2025

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.

March 4, 2025

Tonight, President Donald Trump delivered an Address to a Joint Session of Congress. Congressman John Moolenaar was in attendance and made the following statement after the speech. 

March 4, 2025

Tonight, Congressman John Moolenaar will be joined by his guest for President Trump's Joint Address to Congress: Adam Dontz, of Manistee. In 2014, Adam acquired the historic Dontz Family Homestead in Manistee, land that has been in his family since 1911.

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February 26, 2025

Today, Congressman John Moolenaar reintroduced his bipartisan legislation to address high costs Michigan farmers are required to pay due to Department of Labor regulations. The bill, the Supporting Farm Operations Act, would freeze the Adverse Effect Wage Rate (AEWR) for H-2A migrant farm workers at the 2023 rate through the end of 2026.  

Issues:Agriculture
February 25, 2025

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. 

February 20, 2025

Chairman John Moolenaar, of the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party, and Chairman Tim Walberg, of the House Education and Workforce Committee, are calling on the leaders of Eastern Michigan University, Oakland University, and the University of Detroit Mercy to end their schools’ partnerships with Chinese universities.