Moolenaar Statement on the Passing of Former Congressman John Dingell

Today, the office of Congresswoman Debbie Dingell announced the passing of her husband, the late former Congressman John Dingell.

Congressman Dingell served in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1955 through the end of 2014. When he retired he was the last member to have served in Congress during the presidential administrations of Dwight D. Eisenhower and John F. Kennedy.

Dingell served a number terms as the chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, one of Congress's most powerful committees with broad jurisdiction over many issues facing the country.

Congressman John Moolenaar was elected to Congress in 2014, the same year as Congresswoman Dingell. The two members have offices across the hall from one another in the Cannon House Office Building at the Capitol and are close friends.

Congressman Moolenaar made the following statement:

"John Dingell was a dedicated public servant who was deeply committed to his principles, his constituents, the House of Representatives, his sports teams, and his beloved Debbie. As the longest serving member of Congress he was a part of historic moments in our country for more than six decades. John and Debbie have been wonderful friends, and while we mourn his passing, we also celebrate his extraordinary American life and his distinguished public service to the people of Michigan and the nation."

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