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Rep. Kunse launches student art contest celebrating rural Michigan

State Representative Tom Kunse has announced an art competition for students in the 100th House district, which he represents.

By East Michigan News | Jan 21, 2025

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Rep. Neyer attributes high egg prices to bird flu over cage-free laws

State Representative Jerry Neyer, a Republican from Shepherd and a dairy farmer with extensive experience in agricultural boards, addressed the ongoing issue of high egg prices.

By East Michigan News | Jan 17, 2025

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Supreme Court upholds law requiring TikTok's divestment from Chinese ownership

By East Michigan News | Jan 17, 2025

Today, the United States Supreme Court upheld the Protecting Americans From Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act.

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Moolenaar announces key staff hires for House Select Committee on China

By East Michigan News | Jan 15, 2025

Chairman John Moolenaar of the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has announced new senior staff hires for the 119th Congress.

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Northern Michigan Republicans push back against Supreme Court ruling affecting tipped workers

By East Michigan News | Jan 14, 2025

House Republicans in the Northern Michigan Caucus have expressed their support for new legislation aimed at addressing a Michigan Supreme Court decision from last summer.

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University of Michigan ends partnership with Shanghai Jiao Tong University

By East Michigan News | Jan 10, 2025

The University of Michigan has decided to terminate its joint institute with Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU).

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Department of Defense blacklists Chinese firms tied to military operations

By East Michigan News | Jan 10, 2025

This week, the Department of Defense (DoD) announced the blacklisting of several Chinese companies operating in the United States, citing their ties to China's military.

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Lawmakers urge tighter controls on US-China clinical trial collaborations

By East Michigan News | Jan 10, 2025

Chairman John Moolenaar, Ranking Member Raja Krishnamoorthi, and Representative Neal Dunn have addressed a letter to Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo.

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Jerry Neyer begins second term as state representative

By East Michigan News | Jan 9, 2025

State Representative Jerry Neyer, a Republican from Shepherd, has been inaugurated for his second term.

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US halts funds for WADA amid doping scandal concerns

By East Michigan News | Jan 9, 2025

The Biden Administration has decided to withhold funding from the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA), following allegations of corruption and cover-up related to doping by Chinese athletes.

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Lawmakers urge redlines against CCP-affiliated entities in new AI export framework

By East Michigan News | Jan 6, 2025

On January 2, Chairman John Moolenaar (R-MI) and Ranking Member Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party urged Secretary of Commerce Gina...

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House renews select committee on U.S.-China strategic competition

By East Michigan News | Jan 6, 2025

On January 3, the House of Representatives voted to renew the Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party for the 119th Congress.

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Commerce considers restricting Chinese drones amid national security concerns

By East Michigan News | Jan 3, 2025

On January 2, the Department of Commerce announced a new rulemaking period to consider restrictions or a ban on drones manufactured in China.

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Legislation introduced to restrict US investments linked to China's military

By East Michigan News | Jan 2, 2025

On December 24, 2024, Chairman John Moolenaar (R-MI) of the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party and Representative Andy Barr (R-KY) introduced legislation aimed at restricting U.S. investments that contribute to the Chinese...

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U.S. official criticizes China's restrictions on Christmas celebrations

By East Michigan News | Dec 23, 2024

Chairman John Moolenaar of the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party has expressed concerns about religious freedom in China.

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House Select Committee outlines achievements against CCP influence

By East Michigan News | Dec 23, 2024

As the 118th Congress concludes, Chairman John Moolenaar (R-MI) of the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party has delivered remarks highlighting the committee's efforts over the past two years to address perceived threats from the...

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Lawmakers urge Secretary Blinken to back internet freedom initiative

By East Michigan News | Dec 20, 2024

Chairman John Moolenaar and Ranking Member Raja Krishnamoorthi, along with Rep. Jake Auchincloss and other bipartisan lawmakers, have urged Secretary of State Antony Blinken to support a federal prize competition.

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Moolenaar urges ITC action against Chinese firm over patent infringement

By East Michigan News | Dec 19, 2024

Chairman John Moolenaar of the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party has addressed the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) regarding a recent case involving BOE Technology Group, a Chinese company.

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Supreme Court set to hear arguments on TikTok divestment law

By East Michigan News | Dec 18, 2024

The Supreme Court has announced it will hear oral arguments concerning a law that mandates the divestment of TikTok from foreign adversary control.

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Bipartisan legislation targets China's role in US fentanyl crisis

By East Michigan News | Dec 17, 2024

Lawmakers from the Select Committee's Fentanyl Policy Working Group have introduced bipartisan legislation aimed at addressing the fentanyl crisis in the United States.