Press Releases

Moolenaar Statement on the FCC's New Internet Rules

February 26, 2015

“The Internet regulations announced by the FCC today are wholly unwarranted. The Internet has flourished and become a great success because it is not overly regulated by the government. The proposed FCC rules will have a chilling effect on American innovation and the entrepreneurial spirit that makes our nation great. To keep that success going, the government should end these heavy-handed regulations,” said Moolenaar.

Issues:Jobs and the Economy

Moolenaar Votes to Strengthen College Savings Programs

February 25, 2015

Press Release

“I voted to expand and strengthen college savings plans because they help hard-working American families save money and make college more affordable. Under the current law, computers are not included as a college expense. This legislation brings this tax policy into the 21st century, because a computer is an essential tool for student success,” said Moolenaar.

Issues:Education and Opportunity

Moolenaar Speaks on the House Floor in Support of STEM Education Legislation

February 24, 2015

Press Release

Today, Representative John Moolenaar (R-Midland) spoke on the House floor in favor of the STEM Education Act of 2015. The bill will support merit-based grants through the National Science Foundation for programs that provide students with STEM education opportunities outside of the classroom.

Issues:Education and OpportunityJobs and the Economy

Moolenaar Statement on President Obama's Veto of the Keystone XL Pipeline Legislation

February 24, 2015

Press Release

Today, President Obama vetoed Senate Bill 1, the Keystone XL Pipeline Approval Act. The legislation has bipartisan support in Congress and from a majority of Americans.

Issues:EnergyAgricultureNational SecurityTransportation & Infrastructure

Moolenaar on Immigration Ruling: "The Court Made the Right Decision"

February 18, 2015

Press Release

Today, Rep. John Moolenaar (R-Midland) released the following statement regarding the recent decision by federal Judge Andrew Hanen to delay the implementation of President Obama's executive actions on immigration.

Issues:Jobs and the EconomyNational Security

Moolenaar Votes for Small Business Tax Relief Act

February 13, 2015

Press Release

Today, Rep. John Moolenaar (R-Midland) voted for America’s Small Business Tax Relief Act of 2015. This bill reduces the tax burden for America’s farms and small businesses.

Issues:Jobs and the EconomyTax Reform

Moolenaar Joins the I-69 Caucus

February 13, 2015

Press Release

Today, Representative John Moolenaar (R-Midland) joined the bipartisan I-69 Caucus. This caucus supports the completion of Interstate 69, which, when finished, will stretch from Port Huron to the U.S.-Mexico border.

Issues:Jobs and the EconomyTransportation & Infrastructure

Moolenaar Votes for Building the Keystone Pipeline

February 11, 2015

Press Release

Today, Representative John Moolenaar (R-Midland) voted in support of Senate Bill 1 to build the Keystone Pipeline. The bill passed 270 to 152, with bipartisan support. The bill has passed both chambers of Congress and now heads to President Obama's desk for his signature.

Issues:Energy

Moolenaar Questions Budget Director on Funding Cut for Protecting the Great Lakes

February 4, 2015

Press Release

Representative John Moolenaar (R-Midland), a member of the House Budget Committee, questioned Office of Management and Budget Director Shaun Donovan at today's committee hearing regarding funding to protect the Great Lakes from the threat of Asian Carp.

Issues:Jobs and the Economy

Moolenaar to Serve on House Agriculture Subcommittees

January 28, 2015

Press Release

“According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the Fourth District is Michigan’s No. 1 agriculture producing district with over 10,000 farms and 15,000 farm operators. These subcommittee assignments are a great opportunity to work on issues vital to the district,” said Moolenaar.

Issues:Jobs and the Economy