Editorial

August 3, 2021

On July 22-24, I visited our nation's southern border in the Rio Grande Valley of Texas to meet with law enforcement officials there and see firsthand what is happening on the border. The sad truth is the Biden Administration’s policies are not working, and there is a crisis currently occurring as thousands of immigrants illegally cross the border each day. The whole situation is unsustainable and threatens our nation’s public safety, while also being unfair to hardworking people who legally come to the United States.

Issues:AgricultureForeign AffairsJobs and the EconomyNational Security

Some Things We Can All Agree On

July 1, 2021

Editorial

In the spirit of unity as our nation celebrates Independence Day, I wanted to share with you some of the bipartisan legislation that I have supported recently to make our community and our country a better place.

Issues:VeteransAgricultureEducation and OpportunityJobs and the EconomyTransportation & Infrastructure

The CARES Act Provides Relief for Michigan Families

March 27, 2020

Editorial

This relief package will get needed supplies to the frontlines of the public health crisis, while providing Michigan families with the help they need.

Issues:AgricultureBudgetEducation and OpportunityHealth CareJobs and the EconomySeniors

A Great Month for the Great Lakes

June 5, 2019

Editorial

by Congressman John Moolenaar

This past month has been tremendous for the Great Lakes. There were developments on three different fronts: funding for constructing a new lock at the Soo Locks, funding for the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative, and a new plan to prevent Asian carp from entering Lake Michigan through the waterways near Chicago.

Issues:Great LakesJobs and the EconomyNational SecurityTransportation & Infrastructure

Historic Soo Locks Progress Highlights 2018 Accomplishments

January 9, 2019

Editorial

By Congressman John Moolenaar

In 2018, we made more progress on the Soo Locks than has been made in decades. From the end of April through the end of December, new developments have brought a new lock closer to fruition. In April, I joined Michigan Congressmen Jack Bergman and Paul Mitchell for a conversation with President Donald Trump about the Soo Locks.

Issues:AccountabilityVeteransAgricultureJobs and the EconomyNational Security

Working to Stop the Opioid Crisis

July 13, 2018

Editorial

From my meetings with patients, families, health care professionals, and community leaders, I know there is an urgent need to fight the opioid crisis that has touched the lives of people across mid and northern Michigan. I have held roundtables on the opioid crisis, meeting extensively with residents across the district to receive their feedback on how to fight the epidemic.

Issues:Health Care

More Money for Michigan Families

April 19, 2018

Editorial

Winter may never leave us in Michigan, but one thing is for sure, the old tax system is gone.

April 17 was the last day Michigan residents had to file their taxes under an old, outdated complicated tax code that had not been updated in more than 30 years.

Issues:Jobs and the EconomyTax Reform

Tax Relief for Working Families

December 22, 2017

Editorial

Lower tax rates, a bigger standard deduction, a bigger child tax credit, and bigger paychecks, means more money for Michigan families, small businesses and our communities. As one resident from Roscommon told me, “Any time a family can keep more of their own earnings and spend it as they see fit, it is a good thing.” I could not agree more and I am proud to support real tax relief for Michigan families.

Issues:Tax Reform

Tax Relief for the Middle Class and Main Street

November 17, 2017

Editorial

Tax reform is tax relief for middle class families and Main Street, bigger paychecks, more jobs and a simpler, fairer system. This is the first major tax reform since 1986 and I will continue to fight for tax relief for hardworking Michigan families.

Issues:Tax Reform

Working for Our Veterans to End Backlogs, Speed Service

November 9, 2017

Editorial

I believe our current and former service members deserve the utmost respect for their service and sacrifice for this great country of ours. Their dedication and commitment, along with that of their families', ensures our freedoms and should never be taken for granted.

Issues:VeteransHealth Care