John R. Moolenaar

Moolenaar, Dingell Introduce Legislation To Ban Chinese Vehicles from U.S. Roads

Position: The legislation prohibits importation, manufacture, and sale of Chinese-connected vehicles and related software/hardware, citing national security, labor protection, and fair competition concerns.

Today, Congressman John Moolenaar and Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) introduced the Connected Vehicle Security Act. The legislation would prohibit the importation, manufacture, and sale of connected vehicles, software, and hardware linked to China. "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. In some cases, Chinese companies, including CATL and BYD, use slave labor to undercut the fair wages of hardworking Americans. These companies should not be allowed to do business in America, and their products shouldn’t be in our cars or threatening our infrastructure,” said Moolenaar. “This bipartisan legislation will ban Chinese vehicles from coming into our country and undercutting our workers through massive government subsidies, unfair trade practices, and slave labor. I am not interested in repeating the mistakes that hollowed out manufacturing communities across this country while politicians told workers globalization would somehow magically work itself out. America can compete with anyone in the world when there’s a level playing field because there is nobody better than the American worker. Auto workers are facing uncertainty, but I am certain about one thing: the future of the American auto industry must be built by American workers,” said Dingell. Moolenaar is the Chairman of the House Select Committee on China. Modern vehicles integrate advanced communications technology capable of collecting and transmitting vast amounts of sensitive data, including location, operational data, and personal information. In some cases, the vehicles can also be remotely accessed and controlled. China now exports nearly 8 million vehicles annually, approximately twice the volume of any other country. The country’s automotive companies operate under Chinese law that forces them to cooperate with China’ state security and intelligence services upon demand. The Connected Vehicle Security Act builds on the work of two administrations. In 2019, President Trump signed an executive order declaring a national emergency with respect to foreign threats to America's information and communications technology supply chain, establishing the legal authority for the federal government to act. The Biden Administration used that authority to finalize regulations in January 2025 prohibiting connected vehicle software and hardware linked to China and Russia. The Connected Vehicle Security Act expands those protections in statute. What the Bill Does Prohibits the importation, manufacture, sale, or introduction into U.S. commerce of connected vehicles originating from or controlled by a covered foreign adversary country, effective January 1, 2027 Prohibits connected vehicle software and hardware linked to covered foreign adversaries, with software prohibitions effective January 1, 2027 and hardware prohibitions effective January 1, 2030 Covers China, Russia, North Korea, and Iran Directs the Secretary of Commerce to establish a declaration of conformity process, authorization and waiver procedures, and a binding ruling and advisory opinion mechanism for industry compliance Establishes civil penalties of at least $1.5 million for each violation of the law. Read the full bill text here. A companion version of the bill was introduced in the Senate. Issues:Foreign AffairsJobs and the EconomyNational SecurityTransportation & Infrastructure

Moolenaar Leads Bipartisan Bill to Stop China From Purchasing U.S. Farmland

Position: The release advocates for legislation that would restrict foreign adversaries, particularly China, from purchasing U.S. farmland and real estate near sensitive national security sites by expanding CFIUS jurisdiction and establishing mandatory review processes for such transactions.

Today, Congressman John Moolenaar introduced the Protecting U.S. Farmland and Sensitive Sites from Foreign Adversaries Act. The legislation takes decisive action to safeguard U.S. national security and food security by closing gaps in federal oversight of foreign land acquisitions. For too long, foreign adversaries like China have been able to purchase American farmland and real estate near sensitive national security sites with limited scrutiny, and in many cases none at all. These purchases pose risks to critical infrastructure, military readiness, and the resilience of the U.S. food supply. “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. This bipartisan legislation closes dangerous loopholes, presumptively bars foreign adversaries from purchasing land, and ensures the United States has the tools to stop these farmland deals before they threaten our security. It also implements the Trump Administration’s America First Investment Policy and USDA’s Farm Security Action Plan by giving the administration the authority needed to protect United States farmland and real estate near sensitive facilities. This a top concern of the American people and I hope Congress will act quickly to pass it into law,” said Moolenaar. Moolenaar is the Chairman of the Hose Select Committee on China. His bill has bipartisan support from Representatives Ashley Hinson (R-IA), Dr. Neal Dunn (R-FL), Gus Bilirakis (R-FL), Dusty Johnson (R-SD), Zach Nunn (R-IA), Nathaniel Moran (R-TX), Dan Newhouse (R-WA), Pat Harrington (R-NC), Randy Feenstra (R-IA), Julia Brownley (D-CA), Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ), Jimmy Panetta (D-CA), and Mike Thompson (D-CA). An exclusive article about this legislation featured in The Daily Wire was published this morning and can be read here. The Protecting U.S. Farmland and Sensitive Sites from Foreign Adversaries Act ensures that the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) has the jurisdiction necessary to address real estate transactions involving foreign adversaries, including China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea. It also deems the purchase by any foreign adversary of U.S. farmland and critical infrastructure as presenting an unacceptable risk to national, with limited exceptions. Moolenaar's bipartisan legislation also establishes a new category of “elevated risk real estate transactions,” ensuring mandatory review of purchases involving farmland, ports, telecommunications infrastructure, and locations in proximity to military installations and intelligence facilities. Finally, the bill formally incorporates food security and agricultural biotechnology risks into CFIUS reviews and ensures the Secretary of Agriculture is included as a key voice in evaluating such transactions. Issues:AgricultureNational Security

Moolenaar Applauds Passage of 2026 Farm Bill

Position: Congressman Moolenaar supports the 2026 Farm Bill, which reauthorizes USDA programs, reduces crop insurance premiums, expands rural broadband access, and protects farmland from foreign acquisition.

Today, Congressman John Moolenaar voted in favor of the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 (commonly referred to as the Farm Bill). The legislation reauthorizes and improves vital programs within the U.S. Department of Agriculture that Michigan farmers and ranchers rely on. The Farm Bill also makes key investments in rural communities to expand broadband access and create jobs. "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. Affordability starts on our farms, and this legislation ensures family farms are able to thrive; keeping grocery shelves stocked and prices down," said Moolenaar. "The Farm Bill will also help residents in our rural communities by providing federal funding and grants for vital infrastructure projects and expanding broadband access." Congress has not passed a Farm Bill since 2018, leaving farmers and rural communities to rely on short-term extensions of outdated policies to prepare for the future. The 2026 Farm Bill reauthorizes programs with needed updates through 2031. Key policy wins for Michigan in the Farm Bill include: Crop Insurance: The Farm Bill reauthorizes the crop insurance program, which helps Michigan farmers recover losses from unpredictable weather that can ruin crop seasons. Provisions in the legislation reduce crop insurance premiums, saving Michigan farmers millions of dollars. Rural Development: Enhances the USDA's rural development programs to improve broadband connectivity and water infrastructure in rural communities, and encourages private investment in rural areas to create jobs. Specialty Crops: Invests $1.1 billion in specialty crop research, grants, and crop insurance to support specialty crop producers. Farmland Protection: Includes provisions to prevent foreign adversaries, such as the Chinese Communist Party, from purchasing American farmland. A full section-by-section summary of the legislation can be found here. The 2026 Farm Bill passed the House of Representatives in a bipartisan vote of 224 to 200. Issues:AgricultureJobs and the EconomyNational SecurityTransportation & Infrastructure

Moolenaar Explains What is Needed for a Federal Response to Historic Flooding in Michigan

This month, significant rainfall accompanied with rapid snowmelt led to historic flooding in communities across Michigan. In the last two weeks, Governor Gretchen Whitmer declared a state of emergency in 41 Michigan counties including 13 counties represented by Congressman John Moolenaar. The flooding and severe storms, including a tornado in Carson City, have caused property damage, businesses shuttered, and families displaced. Moolenaar released the following statement on the federal response to this tragedy: "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. I applaud the dedication of the first responders, and local governments who kept their communities safe during this situation, and are now planning long-term clean up processes," Moolenaar said. He continued, "The state and local communities are doing everything they can to follow the process to receive a disaster declaration from FEMA to bring additional federal resources to their community. This process has caused some confusion among residents experiencing property loss because of the storm. FEMA is not the first responder when disasters like this occur. First, a governor must formally request for FEMA to make a disaster declaration before the agency can be deployed to a state. That has not happened just yet. Currently, federal agencies like the Army Corps of Engineers, the Coast Guard and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission are on the ground in our state to assist with this process. Meanwhile, the Michigan State Police is collecting reports from residents, property owners, and businesses on the damage caused by the recent weather events. These reports will help the Governor make her request and ensure it reaches the federal government's threshold for FEMA assistance." "This is a time of crisis and need for families across our district, and it is vital that the process is understood and followed to receive federal disaster resources. I encourage every Michigan family and business owner who has been impacted to submit their report to MSP immediately so the damages can be accurately assessed. I will continue to work with local and state officials and support their efforts to ensure our communities can rebuild," He concluded. Residents impacted by the flooding or storms can submit their damages to the Michigan State Police here. A state of emergency was declared in Barry, Clare, Eaton, Gratiot, Lake, Manistee, Mecosta, Montcalm, Muskegon, Newaygo, Oceana, Osceola, and Wexford counties. Issues:EnergyAgricultureJobs and the EconomyTransportation & Infrastructure

Moolenaar Secures Funding for Selfridge in FY27 Appropriations Bill

Today, Congressman John Moolenaar voted to advance legislation to provide federal funding levels for the Department of Veterans Affairs and for military construction. The bill includes $162 million in funding Moolenaar helped secure for Selfridge Air National Guard Base in Michigan. This funding would be utilized to extend taxiways and complete construction necessary to prepare the base to host a new mission of 21 F-15EX Eagle fighter jets. President Donald Trump announced the new mission to when he visited the base last year. "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. However, there is work to be done to update the base to fit the needs of the new F-15EX fighters. As the only House appropriator from our state, I will always work with my Michigan colleagues to bring critical funding like this to the state to improve our economy and keep our country safe," said Moolenaar. Selfridge hosts units from every component of the U.S. military, and provides the Air Force access to the largest military airspace complex east of the Mississippi River, the National All-Domain Warfighting Center. Selfridge contributes approximately $850 million in economic impact to the State of Michigan, supporting roughly 5,000 military and civilian support personnel. The F-15EX jets are expected to be delivered to Selfridge in 2028. The funding levels passed by the Appropriations Committee today will provide the base the resources needed to complete construction for the delivery of the aircraft. Moolenaar is the only member of the House Appropriations Committee from Michigan. The FY27 Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill was passed by the committee with unanimous support in a vote of 58 to 0. Issues:BudgetJobs and the EconomyNational Security

Moolenaar, Gottheimer Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Protect U.S. National Security on Railways

Position: The release advocates for legislation that would prohibit foreign-developed tracking technology on existing railcars to prevent Chinese surveillance of sensitive U.S. cargo and military shipments.

Today, Congressman John Moolenaar and Congressman Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ) introduced the Keeping China Off the Rails Act. The bipartisan legislation would protect America’s rail network from foreign surveillance and ensure sensitive cargo movements cannot be tracked by our adversaries, like the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). Current law prohibits foreign-developed tracking technology on new railcars, however, it does not address this technology on existing cars, even for the transportation of military cargo. “America’s rail system plays a vital role in our economy and our national defense,” said Moolenaar. “We cannot allow the companies with ties to the Chinese Communist Party access to information that could track sensitive shipments and undermine our national security. Our bipartisan legislation addresses dangerous oversights in existing law and ensures this critical infrastructure is protected.” “Our railway system is foundational to our country's commerce, economic stability, and national security," said Gottheimer. “We have to take commonsense steps to make sure the Chinese Communist Party — or any foreign adversary — can’t track what we’re moving across the country, especially when it involves sensitive or military cargo. This bipartisan bill is about standing up to the CCP, protecting our infrastructure, and keeping our country safe.” Moolenaar is the Chairman of the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party. Under Moolenaar’s leadership, the committee has investigated a variety of efforts by the CCP to spy on the United States through critical infrastructure, and hack sensitive network technology. Gottheimer is a member of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence. Modern railcars rely on advanced sensors and tracking systems to maintain safety and efficiency; however, the presence of Chinese manufactured technology raises concerns that the CCP could exploit these systems to monitor sensitive U.S. cargo, including materials transported for national defense. Moolenaar and Gottheimer’s legislation provides a tiered compliance schedule to give the railway industry time to transition from foreign adversary technology while ensuring the United States remains prepared to respond to national security threats. Legislative text may be found here. Issues:Jobs and the EconomyNational SecurityTransportation & Infrastructure

Moolenaar Questions Health Secretary RFK Jr. on Medical Supply Chain

Position: Congressman Moolenaar expresses support for the Trump administration's efforts to increase domestic pharmaceutical and medical supply production, reduce dependence on China for critical medicines and APIs, and strengthen cybersecurity protections for rural health providers.

Last week, Congressman John Moolenaar, questioned Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on concerns regarding supply chains for critical medicines, and medical equipment, as well as efforts in Michigan by rural health providers to protect themselves from cyber threats. "For far too long, our health industry supply chain, specifically for pharmaceuticals, have been reliant on our adversaries. I appreciate the Trump administration and Secretary Kennedy’s efforts to improve the domestic supply chain for medicine to reduce our dependence on the CCP, and protect American health centers from cyber threats. I remain committed to working with the administration on strengthening health outcomes and ensuring federal health programs are delivering results for patients and families,” said Moolenaar. Moolenaar’s questioning of Secretary Kennedy can be viewed here. A transcript of his line of questioning is available below. Congressman John Moolenaar: Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Mr. secretary, thank you for being here with us today. I want to follow up with you on a few of the questions that have been raised. First, I appreciate learning about the reshoring effort for API’s and our medicines. And I wonder if you could talk a little bit more about that. Because one of the things we have learned over the last year especially is our dependency on China for rare earth and critical minerals and pharmaceuticals seem to be that same situation and I’m encouraged to hear about this investment, and I wonder if you could talk a little bit more about that? Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.: I mean, we are President Trump has made it a priority to re-shore all pharmaceutical production for critical medicine in this country. API’s as you know are the precursor chemicals and compounds that go into building a variety of pharmaceutical drugs. During covid, it was… became clear that we did not have any control, we were not producing… we were virtually producing no API’s. they are all coming from China and India, and mostly from China. So, President Trump has made this a priority, and we have in addition to $325 billion that we’re putting into it, there is also - or million - that we’re putting into it. President Trump is putting billions in from the tariffs, and we have secured agreements during the MFN negotiations with these companies to build billions and billions of dollars of plants right here in the United States. I think, (Eli) Lilly alone is building six new plants, Pfizer is building plants, all the big companies are now building here in the United States. We’re gonna be in a lot more secure position, two or three years from now than we are today. CJM: Wonderful, does BARDA need any more contracting authorizations to help accelerate domestic production? SRFKJ: You know, I will have to meet with you. I know we have a slightly expanded power under the last bill. And I need to meet with my staff over there to see if there is something additional that we need. And I appreciate that offer, and we will get back to you. CJM: Okay, thank you. Also, wanted to follow up with you on some of the unethical practices used by China. Cause one of the concerns with their clinical data is sometimes it may be linked to forced labor or other human rights abuses. So, is there anything HHS can do about those kinds of issues? SRFKJ: Well, uh, before we came in there were no surprises inspections. And now, we’re doing that and were doing a lot of them. We’re doing surprises inspections over there to make sure that they have their IND to make sure they have their IRB approvals and to make sure that they are conducting this ethically. That they’re not going to minority groups and forcing them to participate in studies where they have no choice over. And that’s something we have seen there in the past. CJM: Thank you, rural providers are increasingly vulnerable to cyberattacks. they can disrupt care and compromise patient data. Is there anything HHS can do to help these providers strengthen their cyber security before an attack and then also maintain operations after an attack? SRFKJ: the rural housed - I mean - I think that there are two things I can answer that with the specificity that you deserve. I can say that the rural health transformation fund has a lot of the states have chosen to spend that money on AI and telemedicine. And that has to be very, very heavily armored, against cyberattacks, otherwise you can get patient information. We have had HHS now the best team in its history for cyber security. And we have been able to recruit the top names in Silicon Valley, who are now working in the agency to armor, to fortify our biosecurity capacity and it’s something that is a huge priority for us. As we move to AI and you know they can crack house codes and there is a lot of scary things happening where and we don’t want people stealing patient information. CJM: And then just one final thing on the glyphosate, you know I represent a district that is rural, strong agricultural. You know you got corn, bean, sugar beets, all benefit from glyphosate. and I think it’s important we talk about some of these products about carcinogenic and certainly depends on, you know, the content and it’s not just sort of a one size fits all. And I appreciate the fact that you recognize our dependency on China and with that. And as we look for alternatives that may be better fitted that it’s not a knee jerk reaction on that. So, thank you. SRFKJ: you I think that there’s a very, very promising technology to replace intensive pesticide use. Particularly in sugar beet fields. Less so with corn and soy. But laser technology and laser weed killing technology, which is now beginning to proliferate around the country and kind of promises an era of chemical free agriculture. CJM: Thank you very much. Thank you Mr. Chairman. I yield back. Issues:Health CareNational Security

Moolenaar Questions Secretary of Agriculture in Oversight Hearing

Today, Congressman John Moolenaar questioned Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins during an Appropriations Committee, Subcommittee on Agriculture budget hearing. During the hearing, Moolenaar praised the Trump administration’s efforts to support Michigan farmers and requested information from Rollins on how her department is confronting threats posed by the Chinese Communist Party. “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. I remain committed to working with the administration on strengthening farm programs, stopping the CCP from buying American farmland, and ensuring rural communities have the tools they need to succeed,” said Moolenaar. Moolenaar is the only member of the House Appropriations Committee from the State of Michigan and the Chairman of the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party. Full video of Moolenaar’s questioning can be found here. A transcript of Moolenaar’s questioning is included below. Congressman John Moolenaar: Thank you, Mr. Chairman, and Madame Secretary, Thanks for being here today, and also for visiting Michigan last week. And we appreciate all you and President Trump are doing to support our farmers in Michigan. A few questions, this may have come up in some of your meetings, but our domestic sugar producers in Michigan, we have sugarbeet growers and family farmers are being undercut by foreign competitors, and I wonder if you could talk about the actions you’re taking to ensure that out sugar producers are being treated fairly. Secretary Brooke Rollins: I think that sugar is the top of the list. Certainly, I had the seafood guys in yesterday, we opened the Office of Seafood the first time USDA has ever had that to offer so many programs there to our seafood producers, our farmers of the sea. Whether it is seafood, where it’s sugar, a lot of our citrus growers, the crushing that has happened by foreign imports is real, and it has devastated so many of our industries. It is unbelievable. Sugar obviously remains a priority, I know it was included in the last farmer bridge assistance payment. We will continue to make it a priority and welcome the conversations anytime on that. I think that this President and our US Trade Rep. Jamieson Greer, whom I speak with almost daily at this point, is very focused on ensuring we are America First and we are protecting our American food growers. Obviously USMCA is coming up for renegotiation we’ve got a lot going on around the world, but anything you hear Congressman, that you think will be helpful for me anyway, anyway I can lean in. I’ve visited some sugar growers in Florida. I didn’t get a chance to go in Michigan, to the beets, been up in Minnesota with the beets. But would love to get more involved in that but we are making progress. Bui it does need to remain a priority, national security, etc. Congressman Moolenaar: Thank you, I appreciate also you mentioned your Farm Security Action Plan, one of your priorities is to stop China from buying up our farmland. Could you outline what you’re doing to prevent our farmland from being controlled by China? Secretary Rollins: This is, if not everyone in this room including all of you, who I am speak to today, I don’t know that there is a more perilous threat in front of us that the international purchasing- foreign adversaries, and otherwise, but certainly foreign adversaries of our farmland and our agricultural companies. In 1983, China about 2000 acres in America. Today, they own 300,000 acres of what was good American farmland. A lot of it around military bases, et cetera. We’ve been working with all of you, I think we got it really close, we didn’t make it to the finish line, to the President’s desk for a Congressional directive on that. But in the meantime, working alongside all of the states. I am very big believer in the ability of the states to act as guardians of the gate on key issues like that and some of our - a lot of our states - about 20, have really leaned in and have passed legislation. Arkansas, I think has been probably the most forward leaning, Sarah Sanders there not only passed barring the future sale of farmland, but also has begun clawing some of it back, and I think is a really important piece of this puzzle as we move forward. So, I look forward to continuing work with all of you to champion this here in Washington. But as we wait for Washington to move forward on that, the Sates can actually make good advancements and I am working with a lot of those governors on that. Congressman Moolenaar: Thank you, and also just the area of research security in our agriculture research service, I want to put that on your radar screen, because we know China is also engaging in the coordinated effort to steal US technology and intellectual priority. Secretary Rollins: that is exactly right, and I was with Michigan State in your great land grant on Monday, we actually talked about this specifically, there have been cases in America. Our USDA has - our OIG working with Secret Service and others have arrested some of our students from other countries who have been caught red-handed, basically trying to steal our secrets, but also trying to disrupt our system. So, this will continue to be a major issue. Congressman Moolenaar: Thank you very much, I yield back. Issues:AgricultureNational Security

Moolenaar Votes to Fund Entirety of Department of Homeland Security

Position: Moolenaar supports full funding of the Department of Homeland Security and opposes the Senate's partial funding approach that leaves Border Patrol and ICE unfunded.

Today, Congressman John Moolenaar voted in favor of legislation to fund the Department of Homeland Security in its entirety. This is the fourth attempt by House Republicans to end the partial government shutdown affecting agencies including TSA, FEMA, Border Patrol, ICE, and the U.S. Coast Guard. "DHS employees keep our country safe and deserve to get paid for their critical work. The measure passed by the Senate in the dead of night unfortunately leaves critical aspects of DHS national security operations unfunded. This is not a time for half-measures. DHS should be funded in its entirety," said Moolenaar. "If Congress needs more time to negotiate reforms for specific agencies, DHS employees should not be caught in the middle. The House proposals to fully fund DHS are the only serious efforts to reopen the department, and it should be taken up by the Senate immediately." The Department of Homeland Security has remained shut down since funding lapsed for the department on February 14. Many DHS agencies are deemed essential, requiring its employees to work without pay for the duration of government shutdowns. The legislation passed by the Senate at 2:30 AM last night defunds U.S. Border Patrol and Immigration and Customs Enforcement, leaving 26% of DHS unfunded. By contrast, the legislation passed this evening by the House funds all of the department's crucial national security operations until May 22, and provides Congress the opportunity to negotiate year-long appropriations. Issues:BudgetNational Security

Moolenaar Votes to Fund Homeland Security... Again

Today, Congressman John Moolenaar voted in favor of H.R. 8029, the Pay Our Homeland Defenders Act. The legislation comes as the partial government shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security enters its 40th day. This is the third attempt by House Republicans to fund the Department of Homeland Security. "DHS agents with TSA, FEMA, Border Patrol, and Coast Guard are vital to keeping our nation safe and have worked now for over a month without pay as this shutdown continues. In the House, I supported three bills to prevent or end the shutdown and fully fund DHS. Meanwhile, my Democrat colleagues have voted against each of these commonsense measures to ensure those who keep us safe get paid. It's long past due for Democrats to compromise on their demands, and fund DHS," said Moolenaar. The Department of Homeland Security remains shut down since funding lapsed for the department on February 14. Many DHS agencies are deemed essential, requiring its employees to work without pay for the duration of government shutdowns. Over 450 TSA agents resigned since the beginning of the shutdown. H.R. 8029 passed the House of Representatives in a vote of 218 to 206. Only 4 members of the Democrat party supported the legislation. Issues:National Security