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“In March, Republicans argued for a targeted approach to help in our nation's fight against COVID-19. However, Democrats in Congress insisted on a partisan $2 trillion spending bill that sent $350 billion to states and communities regardless of whether or not those communities needed the money. Those Democrats failed to put in safeguards against wasteful spending and now local elected officials are inappropriately using the money from the $2 trillion bill,” said Congressman Moolenaar. “It's wrong, and I will be working in the coming days to address this issue with legislation and protect taxpayers."

“VOCA grants are used by victim advocacy groups and law enforcement in the Fourth District to help the survivors of crime and I supported the VOCA Fix Act to help make sure these grants are available for years to come,” said Congressman John Moolenaar, an original cosponsor of the legislation. “I am glad the VOCA Fix Act is now law so local organizations can continue to serve our communities and support the survivors of crime when they need it the most.”

“The Delphi Salaried Pension Plan was unfairly terminated. This unfair action devastated the long-term financial security of the almost 22,000 salaried employees at Delphi whose benefits were significantly reduced. These employees deserve the benefits they have earned,” wrote Congressman Moolenaar and the other members Congress. “Please know that we stand ready to work with you to ensure the Delphi retirees, and all American workers can be secure in the benefits they have earned."

“The Blue Campaign is an important public awareness program used to educate law enforcement officers and local authorities and help them combat human trafficking,” said Congressman Moolenaar. “I supported this legislation so the program can expand and provide more resources to law enforcement that will help prevent human trafficking and protect the victims of this heinous crime.”

“The Biden Administration is now admitting there will be ‘rapid inflation’ in the economy for many months to come and that means Michigan residents will have to pay more for food, gas, and other products. These rising costs are hurting family budgets and those who live on fixed incomes every day,” said Congressman John Moolenaar.

“This weekend President Biden will be one of the many visitors northern Michigan welcomes every summer and he will likely see ‘Help Wanted’ signs in small businesses across the region. If he wants to say the economy is back on track, then ending the extra money for unemployment should be an easy call, especially as available jobs go unfilled across the state,” said Congressman John Moolenaar. “I hope President Biden will tell Governor Whitmer to end the extra money for unemployment so Michigan small businesses can find the workers they need during this busy summer season.”