John James
U.S. Representative · MI-10 · Republican
Statements and posts
28 press releases, floor remarks and posts since Jan 3, 2025.
Pick a week or a day to set the dates below. One count per message: copies of one post on X and Bluesky count once, and reposts aren’t counted. Shading is scaled to James’s own volume over the last 12 months (a typical active day = 1). May 25, 2026 – Aug 16, 2026.
All 28 statements
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John James introduces plan to shield Michigan from tariffs
Introduced legislation to shield Michigan from tariffs while using tariff revenue for job reshoring.
“Michigan is disproportionally affected by the trade war, so it’s reasonable to use tariff revenue to reduce the effect on Michigan businesses and workers”
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John James introduces Skilled JOBS Act to expand apprenticeship opportunities
Introduced Skilled JOBS Act to expand apprenticeship opportunities by relaxing journeyman-to-apprentice ratios.
“Current regulations create an artificial bottleneck that is contributing to our labor shortage and driving up costs”
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James: Families should not have to pay higher electric rates due to data centers
Voted for Ratepayer Protection Act requiring data centers to pay for grid upgrades.
“Families should not have to pay higher electricity prices due to data centers”
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Visited Temple Israel to show support for Jewish community after attack.
“I appreciate Leader Scalise coming here to see the site of the attack first-hand, and to talk with community leaders”
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Michigan Republicans: Canada's apologies won't clear Michigan's skies
Demanded Canada take immediate action to address wildfires causing dangerous smoke in Michigan.
“We write today as members of Michigan's congressional delegation to raise our voices on an issue that has already drawn letters from our colleagues in past years: wildfire smoke drifting across the border from Canada into our communities. Additionally, last year, Reps.”
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John James recovers $20 million for constituents
Announced office recovered over $20 million for constituents in two terms.
“Constituent service is a top priority, and I’m proud that my team was able to return more than $20 million to our friends and neighbors”
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John James: Hospital prices are a confusopoly
Urged lawmakers to pass legislation requiring hospitals to clearly label prices for medical procedures.
“It will make it easier for patients to price compare when getting medical treatment so they can pick the lowest-cost option, just like they do in every other aspect of their lives.”
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John James issues statement on state funding for Selfridge
Announced $162 million in federal funding secured for Selfridge Air National Guard Base military construction.
“Under the plan approved by the U.S. House, Selfridge is getting more than half of the construction money for all Air National Guard bases nationwide – it’s getting 56 cents out of every dollar.”
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House approved $162 million requested for Selfridge Air National Guard Base to prepare for new fighter mission.
“This is the largest amount approved for the Selfridge modernization project thus far”
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John James votes to strip pesticide liability shield out of farm bill
Voted to remove pesticide liability protections in farm bill.
“I also voted to ban foreign governments like China from buying American farmland. It’s our soil, our food supply, and our national security is not for sale.”
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John James co-sponsors legislation to kill the vehicle "kill switch" mandate
Co-sponsored legislation to repeal vehicle "kill switch" mandate requiring driver surveillance technology.
“I do not support the vehicle kill switch mandate and I never will”
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House Appropriations Committee Approves Rep. John James Request For Selfridge Runway Funds
Secured $162 million House Appropriations Committee approval for Selfridge Air National Guard Base runway improvements.
“President Trump delivered for Michigan when he chose Macomb County as the home of this new fighter mission. Now, we need to make sure the base is mission ready”
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John James Urges Timely Funding to Prepare Selfridge for Next-Generation Air Missions
Urged House Armed Services Committee to fund modernization at Selfridge Air National Guard Base.
“Selfridge is not just a Michigan asset—it is a cornerstone of our homeland defense”
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Protecting America’s Working Dogs (PAW) Act Reintroduced to Congress
Reintroduced bill to establish grant program for retired working dogs' medical expenses.
“Our federal working dogs and their handlers are heroes who deserve to be taken care of after they retire. As a veteran who served in Operation Iraqi Freedom, I know these dogs save an immeasurable number of lives each and every day. The dogs and their handlers risk their own lives to keep Americans out of harm’s way.”
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James’ App Store Accountability Act Passes Committee
Advanced App Store Accountability Act through committee to protect children online.
“As a father of three, protecting kids online is one of my top priorities—and something parents across Michigan raise with me constantly”
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John James’ Securing America’s Critical Minerals Supply Act Passes House
Passed bill to strengthen U.S. critical minerals supply chains and reduce reliance on China.
“This bill is a bold step toward ensuring the United States leads in energy innovation, security, and independence, and I’m thrilled to see it pass the House”
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Rep. John James, Oversight Chair James Comer Push for Election Integrity in Michigan
Sent letter to DOJ demanding briefing on noncitizens in Michigan jury pools and voter registration systems.
“This is not about the past. It’s about the future. It’s about rebuilding trust so Michiganders have faith in all our elections to come”
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John James’ Sickle Cell Disease Research Reauthorization Act Passes House
Celebrated House passage of Sickle Cell Disease Research Reauthorization Act.
“Sickle cell disease research is critical to treatment and prevention, and I am grateful that the House passed this bill with such far reaching impacts. This disease has touched the lives of so many, especially in our Black community — including thousands in Michigan”
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John James Secures Historic Appropriations Wins for Michigan
Announced appropriations wins including $20 million for Selfridge Air National Guard Base runway.
“For the first time since the Clinton Administration, the House passed all 12 appropriations bills in order”
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Rep. John James Re-introduces School Safety Legislative Package to Congress
Introduced three bipartisan bills addressing school safety and gun violence prevention.
“My generation was still in school when the Columbine Massacre happened. I know what it’s like to walk into class with the fear that I may not walk out”
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James’ App Store Accountability Act Passes Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade Subcommittee
Advanced App Store Accountability Act through House subcommittee to protect children online.
“As a father of three, protecting kids online is one of my top priorities—and something parents across Michigan raise with me constantly”
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Rep. John James Announces Staff Updates
Announced staff transitions including new Chief of Staff appointment.
“Jackson and Hannah have been tireless advocates for the people of Michigan’s Tenth Congressional District, and I am incredibly proud of what we’ve achieved together”
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John James Remarks on His App Store Accountability Act
Spoke at hearing on App Store Accountability Act to protect children from age-restricted content.
“They provide lip service on how they are protecting children, while actually delivering none of those protections. Social media has been labeled the primary culprit and for good reason.”
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John James Proposes the Path to Affordable Homes Act
Introduced the Path to Affordable Homes Act to reduce housing costs by cutting building code regulations.
“Four years of Joe Biden brought massive inflation, harmful regulations raising the costs on everything from gas, to groceries, to homes, and now Whitmer is trying to push new building codes that are expected to add $15,000 to the cost of a new home”
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John James Introduces Patients Deserve Price Tags Act
Introduced bill to strengthen hospital and health coverage price transparency requirements.
“Why is health care exponentially more expensive now than 10 or 15 years ago?”
Sources: members’ press releases from their official websites (since the 119th Congress began (Jan 3, 2025)), the Congressional Record (since Aug 2026), and Bluesky posts. Quotes are shown only when they match the archived source text word for word; topics are AI-read and mentions are matched from the text.