Press Releases
June 21, 2017
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
June 13, 2017
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:AccountabilityVeterans
June 8, 2017
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
June 7, 2017
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.
June 7, 2017
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.
May 25, 2017
The legislation passed this week will protect Michigan children and their families. It gives more resources to parents and law enforcement and it strengthens penalties against criminals.
Issues:Education and Opportunity
May 23, 2017
Today's legislation is one way our country can repay our veterans for their service and sacrifice. By expediting appeals at the VA and making it easier to receive care at home, today’s legislation will help meet the needs of Michigan veterans and their families.
Issues:Veterans
May 8, 2017
Joan Larsen is an outstanding choice for the Sixth Circuit. She will serve as a rule of law judge and her decisions will be guided by the Constitution. I hope the Senate will confirm her nomination promptly.
Issues:Accountability
May 4, 2017
The government of North Korea is trying to develop weapons that can be used to threaten the United States and its allies. Today’s sanctions will protect the American people and support efforts to stop North Korea.
Issues:Foreign Affairs
May 4, 2017
The American Health Care Act is a patient-centered solution that will give Michigan residents more health care choices that are best for them and their family. It includes protections and $138 billion in support for Americans who have preexisting conditions and it allows young adults under age 26 to remain on their parents’ health care.
Issues:Health Care