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October 22, 2015
“This bill empowers our military overseas and provides for troops and their families here at home. Unfortunately, the president is vetoing the bill over an item that isn't even in it. He wants to take more money from hardworking taxpayers and give it to bureaucrats at the IRS and the EPA before signing a bill that provides for our national defense. That’s wrong and Democrats in the House and Senate should vote to override the president’s veto of this bipartisan legislation that protects America’s national security.”
October 13, 2015
Editorial
In Michigan, we see rising costs in our grocery bills, health care and, for those with young children, the cost of child care. However, while the cost of child care is increasing, the amount of this tax benefit remains the same. So, in an email to my office, this constituent suggested that our tax code should be updated to allow the tax-free benefit to increase with the rate of inflation. Now his idea is a bill in the U.S. House of Representatives.
Issues:AccountabilityEducation and OpportunityJobs and the EconomyTax Reform
October 9, 2015

Today, the Sixth Circuit of Appeals issued a stay temporarily blocking the Environmental Protection Agency from implementing its overreaching Waters of the U.S. Rule until further litigation can be resolved.

Representative John Moolenaar (R-Midland) issued the following statement:

October 9, 2015

Today, the House Budget Committee advanced legislation to repeal parts of the Affordable Care Act. The legislation is part of the budget reconciliation process, which allows it to advance through the U.S. Senate with support from a simple majority. It is not subject to a Senate filibuster.

Issues:Health Care
October 8, 2015

The office of U.S. Representative John Moolenaar is now accepting applications from high school seniors for nominations to the U.S. service academies.

October 8, 2015

This week, Probate Judge Ken Tacoma, the presiding judge of the Family Division for the 28th Circuit Family Court in Cadillac, was honored as one of 250 honorees from 50 states at this year's Angels in Adoption event held on Tuesday by the Congressional Coalition on Adoption Institute in Washington, D.C.

October 6, 2015
Editorial

It is harvest time and Michigan farmers have had a challenging growing season. As the leaves turn colors and families head out to cider mills, here are the highlights of the year so far in Michigan agriculture and the bills I have voted for to help our farming families prosper.

Issues:Agriculture
September 30, 2015

n addition to Levin, the Michigan signatories were Republican Reps. Candice Miller of Harrison Township, Dan Benishek of Crystal Falls and John Moolenaar of Midland as well as Democratic Reps. Brenda Lawrence of Southfield, Debbie Dingell of Dearborn, Dan Kildee of Flint Township and John Conyers Jr. of Detroit.

September 24, 2015
As he addressed Congress, the Pope faced a depiction of Moses, the first lawgiver, and called on us to protect the likeness fashioned by God on every face. He spoke of the richness of family life and the importance of providing hope and opportunity for our children and future generations. He recognized the nobility of business and the positive role it plays in creating prosperity for all. Most importantly, he called on us to remember the Golden Rule and our ‘responsibility to protect and defend human life at every stage of its development.
September 18, 2015
House Resolution 3134 restores trust for American taxpayers. It provides more funding for qualified health centers that offer pediatric care, immunizations, mammograms and more life-saving health care services that protect mother and child. These better options are worthy of taxpayer funding and will make a positive difference for women and children across our country.
Issues:Health Care