John R. Moolenaar
U.S. Representative · MI-2 · Republican · Chair, Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party
Statements and posts
108 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 Moolenaar’s own volume over the last 12 months (a typical active day = 1). May 25, 2026 – Aug 16, 2026.
All 108 statements
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Gotion Packs its Bags, Good Riddance
Praised settlement ending Chinese company Gotion's Michigan battery plant project.
“Four years ago, Gotion came to Michigan with rosy promises, an influence campaign on local and state leaders, and misled the community about its ties to the Chinese Communist Party.”
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Moolenaar on the Release of Stephen Hubbard from Russian Prison
Praised Trump administration for negotiating release of Michigan Air Force veteran from Russian prison.
“Stephen Hubbard was unjustly held captive by Russia for four years after he was captured and wrongly convicted of being a mercenary. Stephen grew up in Michigan, served our country in the Air Force, and faced unimaginable hardship as a hostage of Putin's regime.”
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More Michigan PACE Leaders Announce Support for Moolenaar's Bipartisan Legislation
Announced additional Michigan support for bipartisan bill expanding senior care program access.
“The PACE system is a proven model that allows Michigan seniors to receive access to long-term, reliable care. I am grateful for the outstanding work done by PACE service providers to offer comprehensive services to communities across our district, and for their support of the PACE Expanded Act.”
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Moolenaar, Dingell Introduce PACE Expanded Act to Strengthen Senior Care
Introduced bipartisan bill to expand senior care program and reduce regulatory barriers.
“Michigan seniors should have more choices when it comes to receiving the care they need, including the option to receive home care. This is especially true in rural communities where long-term care options can be limited”
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Congressman Moolenaar Introduces Patriot Week Resolution
Introduced resolution to designate September 11-17 as Patriot Week.
“As we remember the heroes and innocent victims killed on September 11 twenty-five years ago, we should also recall the profound unity Americans felt in the aftermath of the terrorist attacks.”
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Moolenaar, Goldman, Obernolte's LOCOMOTIVES Act Passed by Committee
LOCOMOTIVES Act passed House Energy and Commerce Committee, preventing California emission regulations on trains.
“California bureaucrats should not be able to supersede federal law and prevent vital parts of Michigan's economy from accessing global markets.”
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Moolenaar Votes to End Insider Trading in Congress
Voted for Stop Insider Trading Act to ban congressional stock purchases by members and families.
“Members of Congress are entrusted by their constituents to represent them faithfully in Washington, D.C., and members should never use their position to enrich themselves and their families.”
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Moolenaar Votes to Empower American Military and Support Servicemembers
Voted for FY2027 National Defense Authorization Act with provisions supporting military readiness and Michigan defense.
“Our commitment to the brave men and women who serve in the U.S. Armed Forces will never waiver. The FY27 NDAA will help ensure our military remains the world's premiere fighting force, and provides increased support those who serve and their families.”
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Moolenaar Bill to Improve Rural Health Care Passes Committee Unanimously
Rural health bill passed House Ways and Means Committee unanimously.
“Rural Michiganders should be able to receive the same quality of health care as non-rural residents. My Medicare Access to Rural Anesthesiology Act will help rural hospitals recruit and pay physician anesthesiologists so their patients can access the level of care they deserve.”
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Moolenaar, Huffman Introduce Legislation to Improve, Modernize Rural Health Care
Introduced bipartisan bill to allow rural hospitals to hire physician anesthesiologists using Medicare funds.
“Rural Michigan residents deserve to have access to the highest quality health care available. That is why we must modernize Medicare's regulations and allow rural hospitals to recruit and pay physician anesthesiologists.”
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Federal Assistance Now Available to Michigan Residents Affected by Flooding
Praised Trump's disaster declaration for Michigan flooding and urged residents to apply for FEMA assistance.
“I am grateful President Trump stepped in to approve the major disaster declaration in our state”
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Introduced bipartisan resolution honoring America's 250th anniversary and Michigan's historical role.
“Michigan and its residents have played a crucial role in our nation's history, making significant contributions in manufacturing, medicine, government, and more.”
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Moolenaar & Dingell Introduce Shandra Eisenga TB Study Act
Introduced bipartisan bill directing HHS to study standardized tuberculosis testing for cadaver tissue donations.
“If there was a standardized test for TB in tissue donations from human cadavers, Shandra may be alive today. HHS must conduct this crucial research and explore how this testing can be done”
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Introduced bill to prohibit entry and deport employees of Chinese military companies.
“The Chinese Communist Party is working tirelessly to make the PLA the world's leading military force by 2050. Through its policy of civil-military fusion, it has enlisted dozens of companies, and their subsidiaries, to assist in that goal.”
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Moolenaar, Michigan Delegation Urge Swift Approval of Major Disaster Declaration
Urged President Trump to issue Major Disaster declaration for Michigan following April severe storms and flooding.
“The historic flooding and major storms this spring brought significant damages to communities across our state. Since April, local leaders and first responders throughout the Second District have worked tirelessly to recover from this crisis.”
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Moolenaar Secures Funding for Second District Communities
Secured funding for agriculture and rural development projects in Michigan's Second District.
“The agriculture appropriations bill is a major win for Michigan farmers, investing in research and proven programs which ensure they can succeed. It also provides critical funding to rural communities throughout our district.”
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Moolenaar: Gotion Filing is Further Example of CCP Lawfare
Criticized Chinese company Gotion's lawsuit against Michigan township as retribution.
“Gotion spent years trying to force itself into Green Charter Township, despite patriotic residents of Mecosta County rejecting it time and time again.”
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Moolenaar, Dingell Introduce Legislation To Ban Chinese Vehicles from U.S. Roads
Introduced bipartisan bill to ban Chinese vehicles, software, and hardware from U.S. roads.
“The American auto industry is vital for jobs, national security, and the future of America’s manufacturing base. China cheats in every industry, and in autos it is overproducing vehicles and components, and selling them for cheap in hopes they will put our companies out of business.”
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Moolenaar Leads Bipartisan Bill to Stop China From Purchasing U.S. Farmland
Introduced bipartisan bill to prevent China from purchasing U.S. farmland near sensitive sites.
“Food security is national security, and we cannot allow foreign adversaries like China to buy up American farmland near our most sensitive military and critical infrastructure sites.”
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Moolenaar Applauds Passage of 2026 Farm Bill
Voted for the 2026 Farm Bill, praising its support for farmers and rural broadband expansion.
“The Farm Bill is crucial for the 17,000 farmers in my district and producers across the nation. It is a win for Michigan, giving farmers certainty and allowing them to prepare for the future by reauthorizing and modernizing key programs that help farmers during challenging times.”
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Moolenaar Explains What is Needed for a Federal Response to Historic Flooding in Michigan
Called for significant federal response to historic flooding in Michigan.
“The historic flooding across our state warrants a significant response. My team and I have been in constant communication with local officials regarding the impact of the flooding.”
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Moolenaar, Gottheimer Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Protect U.S. National Security on Railways
Introduced bipartisan bill to protect U.S. rail network from Chinese surveillance technology.
“America’s rail system plays a vital role in our economy and our national defense”
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Moolenaar Secures Funding for Selfridge in FY27 Appropriations Bill
Secured $162 million in funding for Selfridge Air National Guard Base fighter jet mission.
“Selfridge is a critical asset to our national security and a major contributor to Michigan's economy. President Trump rightly recognizes its role in our keeping our country safe and committed a new fighter mission to the base last year.”
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Moolenaar Questions Health Secretary RFK Jr. on Medical Supply Chain
Questioned HHS Secretary Kennedy on medical supply chain security and cyber threats.
“For far too long, our health industry supply chain, specifically for pharmaceuticals, have been reliant on our adversaries.”
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Moolenaar Questions Secretary of Agriculture in Oversight Hearing
Questioned Agriculture Secretary on supporting Michigan farmers and countering Chinese threats to farmland.
“I appreciate the Department of Agriculture's efforts to ensure USDA programs deliver for Michigan farmers and they can compete on a global stage. USDA is on the front lines protecting our food security and ensuring American farmland is not purchased by our adversaries like the CCP.”
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.