East Michigan News

Congressman John Moolenaar voted in favor of H.R. 5371, a short-term continuing resolution that will keep the federal government funded through November 21. The measure is intended to prevent a government shutdown and maintain funding for programs such as Social Security, Medicare, and the Farm Service Agency.

"Passing a short-term clean CR to avoid a costly government shutdown is the responsible thing to do. A shutdown would put our national security at risk and disrupt federal programs Michigan seniors and farmers count on. Unfortunately, 210 Democrat members chose politics over responsible governing and voted against the bill. As the only member from Michigan on the House Appropriations Committee, I will continue my work to ensure our state's priorities are reflected in the appropriations process," said Moolenaar.

The House Appropriations Committee has advanced all twelve annual funding bills, with three already passed by the full House. Keeping the government open allows lawmakers to proceed with normal fiscal year 2026 appropriations.

H.R. 5371 was approved in the House by a vote of 217-212.

John Moolenaar has represented Michigan’s 2nd congressional district since replacing Dave Camp in 2015 (https://moolenaar.house.gov/about). Before serving in Congress, he was part of both chambers of Michigan's state legislature between 2003 and 2014 (https://moolenaar.house.gov/about). He was born in Midland, Michigan in 1961 and currently lives in Caledonia. Moolenaar graduated from Hope College with a Bachelor of Science degree in 1983.