Press Releases

Moolenaar Named to Appropriations Subcommittees

January 11, 2017

"As a member of these subcommittees, I will have oversight of some of most important departments and agencies in the federal government, including the IRS. I will fight to hold them accountable to ensure that every taxpayer dollar is used effectively and that all citizens are treated with respect."

Issues:AccountabilityBudget

Moolenaar Named to Appropriations Committee

January 4, 2017

Press Release

Today, Congressman John Moolenaar (R-Midland) was named to the House Appropriations Committee.

He is the first member from Michigan to be a member of the committee since 2011 and the first Michigan Republican to serve on the committee since 2009.

The Appropriations Committee and its twelve subcommittees are responsible for writing the twelve funding bills that formally set the spending levels for every department, agency and program in the federal budget.

Issues:AccountabilityBudget

Moolenaar Statement on the Passing of John Glenn

December 8, 2016

Press Release

"John Glenn was an American pioneer and a committed public servant. He first served our country in the Navy, then NASA, then the U.S. Senate, and he even went back to space at the incredible age of 77. John Glenn was the first American into space and our efforts to learn more about the solar system will stand on his shoulders forever."

Issues:VeteransNational Security

House Passes Legislation Keeping Government Open

December 8, 2016

Press Release

"I supported this critical legislation to keep the government open and to provide certainty to our troops and our seniors. I am glad this legislation included much needed federal aid to Flint to rebuild its water infrastructure. There was a failure in Flint by all levels of government and today the federal government does its part to assist in the city's recovery."

Issues:AccountabilityVeteransBudgetJobs and the EconomyNational Security

Moolenaar Votes for Military Pay Raise

December 2, 2016

Press Release

“Our troops make sacrifices every day to keep us safe. They have earned a pay raise and this legislation is a small part of thanking them and their families for their service to our nation."

Issues:National Security

Moolenaar Votes for Innovation in Health Care Research

November 30, 2016

Press Release

"Nearly all Americans know a friend or loved one who has battled cancer or chronic illness. The 21st Century Cures Act increases funding for research, eliminates red tape and empowers the smartest medical minds to bring the best treatments and cures to patients as soon as possible."

Issues:Health CareJobs and the Economy

House Cracks Down on Texting Scams

November 16, 2016

Press Release

This week, the U.S. House of Representatives passed legislation to crack down on texting scams. Laws that prohibit scam artists from spoofing telephone numbers on telephone calls are already on the books.

The legislation passed this week makes it a crime to spoof telephone numbers on text messages.

Congressman John Moolenaar (R-Midland) voted for the legislation.

Issues:Accountability

Flint Amendment Passes the House

September 28, 2016

Press Release

"This is a step forward for Flint and the rebuilding of its water infrastructure. This legislation will help Flint heal and I want to thank the entire Michigan delegation and House leadership for their support of this legislation," said Congressman Moolenaar.

Issues:AccountabilityGreat Lakes

Moolenaar Supports Bill to Strengthen Career and Technical Education

September 13, 2016

Press Release

“Today’s legislation supports students in mid and northern Michigan who want to learn the skills that are essential for good-paying jobs. Our region has great high school and community college programs that support skilled trades and this legislation will help them train students for the opportunities of the future," said Moolenaar.

Issues:Education and OpportunityJobs and the Economy

Statement on the Passing of State Representative Peter Pettalia

September 13, 2016

Press Release

"I enjoyed working with him to serve our mutual constituents on the Sunrise Side. I will miss his engaging sense of humor and generous spirit. Michigan is better because of his commitment to public service. My prayers are for his wife Karen, his family and friends during this tragic time," said Moolenaar