Press Releases
March 12, 2015
Today, First Lieutenant William Milzarski of Bath Township received the Purple Heart Medal at a ceremony in the rotunda of the state capitol in Lansing. As a platoon leader in Afghanistan, First Lieutenant Milzarski led 24 soldiers on 244 combat missions. On May 27, 2011, he was struck in the face by a ricocheted bullet as he and his men were engaged in combat with the enemy.
Issues:Veterans
March 6, 2015
“Whether constituents need help with a federal agency or want information for a trip to Washington, they can expect to continue receiving great service at this new location. I look forward to seeing constituents at the open house,” said Moolenaar.
Issues:Accountability
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March 4, 2015
Representative John Moolenaar announced that the Fourth Congressional District will participate in the 2015 Congressional Art Competition. This competition is open to all high school students in the district. The winning student will have his or her art displayed in the U.S. Capitol for one year and receive two round-trip tickets to travel to Washington, D.C. The regional winners will have the opportunity for their art to appear in the Midland district office.
Issues:Education and Opportunity
March 4, 2015
In the letter, the three officials write: "We share the community’s concerns and commitment to protect human health and the environment. We ask that any final remedy ensure the health and safety of St. Louis residents and allow for the restoration of the economic and recreational potential of the property."
February 27, 2015
“I voted to fund the Department of Homeland Security to keep America safe from the threat of terrorism. Because of ISIS and other threats to our security we must do what we can to prevent them from striking the United States.
“The federal courts have already prohibited President Obama’s executive orders on immigration from being implemented. The president himself said twenty-two times that he could not use executive authority on immigration. This overreach and abuse of power must be reviewed and stopped by the judicial branch of government.”
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
February 25, 2015
“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
February 24, 2015
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.
February 24, 2015
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.
"This afternoon the president vetoed the bipartisan Keystone Pipeline bill, refusing to approve a project that supports good-paying jobs for hard-working Americans and improves our nation's energy security. Congress should override his veto and approve this project for the benefit of our country," said Moolenaar.
February 18, 2015
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.