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Sunday, May 19, 2024

Us Representative John Moolenaar (mi-4)

Recent News About Us Representative John Moolenaar (mi-4)

  • Moolenaar, Dingell Introduce PACE Expanded Act to Strengthen Senior Care

    Today, Congressman John Moolenaar and Congresswoman Debbie Dingell have reintroduced the PACE Expanded Act, a piece of legislation aimed at strengthening the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE). The PACE Expanded Act seeks to expand and improve current PACE programs while also facilitating the establishment of new ones. This will be achieved by granting PACE programs greater flexibility in enrolling beneficiaries throughout the year, enhancing access and affordability for Medicare-only beneficiaries, and implementing a pilot program to test PACE models in...

  • Moolenaar, Bishop, Huizenga, Panetta Introduce Bipartisan BOOST Act

    Congressman John Moolenaar, Congressman Sanford Bishop, Congressman Bill Huizenga, and Congressman Jimmy Panetta have introduced the Broadening Online Opportunities Through Simple Technologies (BOOST) Act. This legislation aims to provide assistance to families and residents in rural households who struggle with limited internet access.The BOOST Act proposes a $300 tax credit for individuals who purchase a mobile hotspot or a signal booster to improve their internet connection. The tax credit is designed to alleviate the burden of expensive internet services and bridge...

  • Moolenaar Welcomes Line 5 Tunnel Approval

    Congressman John Moolenaar has expressed his satisfaction with the Michigan Public Service Commission's recent decision to greenlight the construction of a tunnel for the Line 5 pipeline, running through the Straights of Mackinac. Moolenaar believes that this development will ensure that Michigan families can continue to enjoy access to reliable and affordable energy for their homes.In his statement, Moolenaar emphasized the significance of Line 5 as a vital energy source for the state. He stated, "Line 5 is a vital source of energy for Michigan families. The decision...

  • Moolenaar Urges Congress to Pass NO GOTION Act Following Treasury Decision on CCP Companies

    Today, Congressman John Moolenaar expressed his dissatisfaction with the Department of Treasury's announcement of new proposed rules that would allow Chinese Communist Party (CCP) affiliated companies to benefit from federal tax credits. These tax credits were established by President Joe Biden in the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA).In response to the Treasury's decision, Moolenaar stated, "The United States is in a competition with the CCP and under no circumstance should CCP-affiliated companies receive tax dollars from hard-working Americans. The CCP controls businesses...

  • Moolenaar, Gluesenkamp Perez, Johnson Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Protect American Farmland and Rural Communities

    Congressman John Moolenaar, Congresswoman Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, and Congressman Dusty Johnson have come together to introduce the bipartisan Farmland Security Act of 2023. This bill aims to increase transparency and oversight of foreign ownership of American farmland, in an effort to protect the country's food supply, economy, and national security.Congressman Moolenaar, who represents Michigan, expressed his pride in introducing the Farmland Security Act. He highlighted the importance of this legislation in promoting transparency and ensuring accurate reporting of...

  • Moolenaar Wishes Kildee Well in Retirement

    Congressman John Moolenaar expressed his well wishes for Congressman Dan Kildee upon hearing the news of his retirement. Moolenaar, who has collaborated with Kildee on numerous projects benefiting the residents of Mid-Michigan, commended their joint efforts in areas such as the protection of the Great Lakes and the allocation of $170 million for improving water infrastructure in Flint.In a statement, Moolenaar emphasized the amicable nature of their relationship, stating, "We are good friends and I always enjoyed playing in the Congressional Baseball Game with him."...

  • Moolenaar Statement on Biden, Xi Meeting

    Today in San Francisco, President Joe Biden met with Xi Jinping, who is the General Secretary of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) and the President of China. Currently, three Americans have been determined by the Biden Administration as wrongfully imprisoned by the CCP. Additionally, hundreds more are currently unable to leave China due to arbitrary exit bans placed on American citizens by the CCP. In July, the State Department advised Americans to reconsider travel to China because of these bans. Following today's meeting, the two countries announced the CCP would work...

  • Moolenaar: The People Have Spoken; Gotion Must Go

    Yesterday, voters in Green Charter Township in Mecosta County made their voices heard by recalling all five remaining members of the township's board of trustees and electing a new board. This decisive action was taken because the previous board had disregarded the concerns of the residents and approved a controversial deal with Gotion, a company affiliated with the Chinese Communist Party.Congressman John Moolenaar commended the people of Green Charter Township for electing new leaders and expressed his hopes that the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) and...

  • Moolenaar Votes to Censure Tlaib

    Today, Congressman John Moolenaar has cast his vote in favor of censuring Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib (D-MI). The decision came after a resolution was introduced by Congressman Rich McCormick (R-GA) and passed the House of Representatives by a vote of 234 to 188, with four members voting present.The resolution, entitled "Censuring Representative Rashida Tlaib for promoting false narratives regarding the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack on Israel and for calling for the destruction of the state of Israel," outlines the reasons behind the censure. Congressman Moolenaar...

  • House Passes Moolenaar’s Funding Request for Saginaw Chippewa Tribe

    The House of Representatives has passed legislation that includes funding requests made by Congressman John Moolenaar to support the Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe. The funding, totaling over $3.1 million dollars, will be used to improve wastewater and fresh water treatment facilities for the tribe.Congressman Moolenaar, who is a member of the House Appropriations Committee, expressed his pride in supporting the tribe and the residents of Isabella County with this critical funding. He highlighted the importance of water treatment facilities in improving the quality of life...

  • Moolenaar, LaHood Introduce NO GOTION Act to Stop Taxpayer Funding of CCP Companies

    Congressman John Moolenaar and Congressman Darin LaHood have introduced the No Official Giveaways Of Taxpayers’ Income to Oppressive Nations (NO GOTION) Act. This bill aims to prevent companies affiliated with the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) from receiving green energy production tax credits implemented by the Biden administration in the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). The introduction of this legislation comes in response to Gotion Inc., a subsidiary of the CCP-affiliated Gotion High-Tech, planning to build battery factories in Michigan and Illinois, which would qualify...

  • Moolenaar Asks FBI Director About CCP-Owned Industrial Sites in America Being Used For Spying

    Congressman John Moolenaar has raised concerns about the Chinese Communist Party's (CCP) espionage efforts in the United States. In a letter addressed to FBI Director Christopher Wray, Moolenaar referenced Wray's recent appearance on "60 Minutes," where he acknowledged the CCP's attempts to acquire land for spying purposes.Moolenaar specifically focused on the Gotion facility, a proposed site in Green Charter Township, Michigan. He posed a series of questions to Director Wray regarding the potential risks associated with this facility. Moolenaar's questions revolved...

  • Moolenaar Leads House in Banning Tax Dollars for Gotion Research

    In a recent move, Congressman John Moolenaar, a member of the Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), has successfully pushed for legislation to fund the Department of Energy (DOE) for 2024. The bill, which passed the House of Representatives, includes a policy authored by Moolenaar that prohibits the DOE from providing research funding or contracts to companies that collaborate with the CCP and other adversaries of the United States.Explaining the rationale behind the policy, Moolenaar stated, "It is unacceptable that research funding is going to companies...

  • Moolenaar Supports Mike Johnson as Speaker of the House

    In a recent vote, Congressman John Moolenaar has chosen to support Congressman Mike Johnson (R-LA) as the Speaker of the House. Johnson secured the role with a total of 220 votes, surpassing his opponent Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY), who received 209 votes.Expressing his confidence in Johnson's leadership abilities, Moolenaar stated, "I believe Mike Johnson has the skills and respect needed to lead the House of Representatives and move this country forward." Moolenaar further emphasized the challenges faced by Michigan families due to the increasing costs brought about by...

  • Moolenaar Calls for Michigan Leaders to Stop Gotion as FBI Director Issues Another Warning on CCP Companies

    FBI Director Christopher Wray issued a warning on "60 Minutes" about the national security concerns posed by Chinese companies attempting to acquire businesses and land in the United States. In response to this warning, Congressman John Moolenaar called on Michigan leaders to take the threat seriously and halt the Gotion project, a battery component factory planned by the CCP-affiliated Gotion Inc. in Mecosta County.During the interview on "60 Minutes," Wray and intelligence directors from other countries discussed the growing threat of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP)....

  • Moolenaar and More Than 30 Members of Congress Demand Answers from AG Garland on Pro-Hamas Activity in the United States

    Congressman John Moolenaar and over 30 members of Congress have called on Attorney General Merrick Garland to provide answers regarding the Department of Justice's response to pro-Hamas demonstrations that have taken place across the United States. These demonstrations occurred following Hamas's attack on Israel on October 7 and have raised concerns about violence and intimidation against people in both Israel and the United States.In a letter addressed to Attorney General Garland, Moolenaar and his colleagues expressed their concerns about the coordinated activities...

  • Moolenaar Introduces Legislation to Review Chinese Purchase of American Land

    Congressman John Moolenaar has recently introduced H.R. 5926, the Exposing China’s Belt and Road Investment in America Act of 2023. This bill aims to address concerns regarding Chinese investments in American real estate and their potential impact on national security. If passed, the legislation would require the federal Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) to review any real estate investment made by a foreign individual that would result in the Chinese Communist Party's (CCP) direct or indirect control over a business.In a statement, Congressman...

  • Moolenaar Supports Bill to Stop Iran From Accessing Funds

    Congressman John Moolenaar is backing a bill aimed at halting Iran's access to $6 billion in sanctioned funds that the Biden administration had planned to release. The move comes in response to the recent attacks carried out by Hamas terrorists in Israel, which resulted in the deaths of at least 27 Americans and hundreds of Israelis. Moolenaar believes that Iran, as the largest state sponsor of terrorism, should not be given access to these funds."Iran is the largest state sponsor of terrorist activities in the world, killing innocent people, including Americans. It was...

  • Moolenaar Supports Resolution Condemning Terrorist Attacks Against Israel

    Congressman John Moolenaar has expressed his support for a bipartisan resolution condemning the recent terrorist attacks carried out by Hamas against Israel. The resolution not only denounces these attacks but also stands firmly in support of Israel's right to self-defense. It further reaffirms the United States' diplomatic and military backing for Israel and calls for the Biden Administration to fully enforce sanctions on Iran, which serves as Hamas' primary source of funding.The recent attack on October 7th by Hamas terrorists has left a devastating impact, with over...

  • Moolenaar Votes against Motion to Vacate Speaker of the House

    Congressman John Moolenaar has made a statement regarding his vote against the motion to vacate the Speaker of the House. In his statement, Moolenaar emphasized the importance of addressing the major issues facing the country, such as debt, spending, and the crisis at the southern border.Moolenaar expressed his concerns about the consequences of vacating the chair and partnering with liberal Democrats to remove the Speaker. He believes that such a move would paralyze the House of Representatives and give President Biden and the Democrats free rein to advance their agenda...