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115th Congress

July 9, 2018

Lake State Railway was recognized by Congressman John Moolenaar as Best Short Line Railroad in the Country.

July 7, 2018

U.S. Rep. John Moolenaar, R-Midland, said in a statement following the bill's passage that he supports the new work requirement.

Issues:Agriculture
July 4, 2018

U.S. Rep. John Moolenaar has introduced legislation to rename the U.S. Post Office in Beaverton after the late Col. Alfred Asch.

Issues:Veterans
June 29, 2018
"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."
June 29, 2018
The office of Congressman John Moolenaar is currently accepting applications for congressional internships in his Washington, D.C. office for Fall 2018.
June 29, 2018

U.S. Rep. John Moolenaar, R-Midland, said Trump and everyone in Michigan already knows how important the Soo Locks are, and said he considers the Army Corps report to be a "greenlight" for the project as he works to secure funding.

June 28, 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."
Issues:Veterans
June 28, 2018

In the past week, the House of Representatives considered two different immigration reform bills that would secure America's borders and improve the American immigration system.

Congressman Moolenaar voted for both bills. He made the following statement on today's legislative action:

June 27, 2018
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.
June 26, 2018
“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.
Issues:Veterans