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"Today's report from the Army Corps shows how vital the Soo Locks are to our country's economy and national security. Everyone in Michigan, along with President Trump, knows we need a new, second lock to support the current lock so freighters will always be able to transit the Great Lakes and I will be working in Congress to secure funding for this project. After years of studies and reports, today's report is a greenlight for the Army Corps. It's time to get this done and improve our country's aging infrastructure."

The office of Congressman John Moolenaar is currently accepting applications for congressional internships in his Washington, D.C. office for Fall 2018.

"Today's legislation gives our men and women in uniform a well-deserved pay raise, provides for their families, and gives them the resources they need to keep our country safe. Over the last few years, the military has had to overcome funding disruptions and training accidents that have hurt its ability to defend our country. This legislation puts our troops first, with funding to upgrade equipment and improve readiness, so they can prepare more safely and win on the battlefield."

Genesia won the Congressional Art Competition for the Fourth District with her winning watercolor painting, "October," named after Genesia's grandmother's month of birth. The painting features marigolds, the birth flower of October, and a bee. The painting will be on display in the Capitol for a year.

“Colonel Alfred Asch was a patriot who dedicated his life to serving the United States and defending the American people. Through his love of flying he helped liberate Europe and he contributed to civilian aviation at home. He is a proud son of Beaverton and an example of service to us all.

"In the past two weeks, the House has passed vital legislation to fight the opioid crisis in our country. From my meetings with patients, families, health care professionals, and community leaders I know they want this legislation and funding to help them recover from addiction and combat the epidemic in their towns. I urge the Senate to swiftly take up this legislation and help Michigan families who have been hurt by opioid addiction."