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http://huizenga.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398120 Forbes: Huizenga's Subcommittee Appointment Shows Hope For Fed Reform 2014-12-26 2014 2014-12 Republican House MI Bill Huizenga H001058 huizenga.house.gov     legacy Earlier this week, Forbes published a piece detailing why it is important for the Federal Reserve to adopt a rule to determine how it will make decisions regarding monetary policy.  Congressman Huizenga has been an advocate for the Federal Reserve to adopt such a rule and has introduced legislation to increase transparency and accountability at "The Fed." In January, Congressman Huizenga will chair the subcommittee on Monetary Policy and Trade that has direct jurisdiction over how the Federal Reserve operates and conducts business. Below are highlights from the Forbes piece - the full piece if available by clicking on the link below.A Case For A Monetary RuleThe Federal Reserve has long been the world’s most powerful central bank and has become even more so since the 2008 financial crisis. The Fed chairman not only has wide discretion over the course of monetary policy but also over financial regulation. ... In an uncertain world, rules are necessary to limit power and bring about order. The institutional and property rights structure comprise the rules of the game. To be effective, rules must be enforced and widely accepted. This is as true for rules of the road and sports as it is for monetary rules. ...The Fed has a dual mandate to promote price stability and full employment, but there is no monetary rule. Monetary policy depends on forecasting the real economy—and the Fed’s forecasting record is dismal. Not one of the Fed’s large staff of top university PhD economists forecast the Great Recession. The Fed chairman did not predict the subprime crisis or the Great Recession, and the Fed’s army of sophisticated models didn’t predict it either. Actual data is always backward looking, no one knows the future. Yet, Fed Chairwoman Janet Yellen and her Federal Open Market Committee base their decisions about the course of monetary policy—that is, their stance on the benchmark federal funds rate—on guesses about the path of the economy. ...   Given the Fed’s poor history, now is the appropriate time to have a national… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://dankildee.house.gov/media/press-releases/statement-congressman-dan-kildee-suspension-amir-hekmati-s-hunger-strike-iran Statement by Congressman Dan Kildee on Suspension of Amir Hekmatis Hunger Strike in Iran 2014-12-23 2014 2014-12 Democrat House MI Dan Kildee K000380 dankildee.house.gov     legacy Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-05) issued the following statement today after Amir Hekmati, his constituent who continues to be imprisoned in Iran on false charges, suspended his hunger strike: The report that Iranian prison officials have agreed to further review Amir Hekmati's case and that he will suspend his hunger strike is a positive development. Many of Amir's Marine brethren, however, will continue the strike in an act of solidarity and support so that Amir does not have to. Amir has languished in Iran's Evin prison for over 1,000 days and it is time for him to be reunited with his family in Michigan. If Iran is serious about rejoining the global community, it can help create the trust necessary by releasing Amir. The American people, the service member and veterans' communities, and Congress are all watching Amir's case closely and looking forward to the day that Iran matches its words with action and returns Amir to his family. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://stabenow.senate.gov?p=press_release&id=1560 Senator Stabenow Nominates 52 Michigan Students to Military Academies 2014-12-22 2014 2014-12 Democrat House MI Debbie Stabenow S000770 stabenow.senate.gov     legacy Senator Stabenow Nominates 52 Michigan Students to Military Academies Monday, December 22, 2014 U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow announced today that she has nominated 52 Michigan students for placement at the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, NY, the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, MD, the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, CO, and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy in Kings Point, NY. "I'm proud to see so many exceptional students from Michigan want to serve our country through military service," said Senator Stabenow. "Having demonstrated a strong commitment to excellence in and out of the classroom, I know that they will represent Michigan and our country well." Students seeking appointment to a service academy must first obtain the nomination of their U.S. Senator, their U.S. Representative, or the Vice President. Students nominated by Senator Stabenow's office went through a competitive application process that included interviews by community leaders. Now that the students have been nominated, they must await acceptance for admission by the academy to which they have applied. The following students have been nominated by Senator Stabenow to a service academy (by region): West Michigan: Kaylie Butt - Portage, Naval Academy Daniel Christensen - Augusta, Air Force Academy Blake Driscol - Grand Rapids, Naval Academy Zachary Hoiles - Grand Rapids, West Point Samantha Price - Marshall, Air Force Academy Jeremy Schwartz - Grand Rapids, Air Force Academy Peter Sinkovitz - Richland, Naval Academy Zachary Winzer - North Muskegon, Merchant Marine Academy Peter Woudenberg - Holland, West Point Southeast Michigan: Kyle Abraham - Northville, Air Force Academy Spencer Barlow - Troy, Air Force Academy Andrew Belanger - South Lyon, West Point Ryan Brand - Novi, Air Force Academy Alexandra Davis - Canton, West Point Joseph Dowler - Beverly Hills, Naval Academy Benjamin Finnegan - South Lyon, Naval Academy Jacob Franchak - White Lake, Air Force Academy Benjamin George - Wixo… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.stabenow.senate.gov/news/senator-stabenow-nominates-52-michigan-students-to-military-academies Senator Stabenow Nominates 52 Michigan Students to Military Academies 2014-12-22 2014 2014-12 Democrat House MI Debbie Stabenow S000770 www.stabenow.senate.gov     legacy Senator Stabenow Nominates 52 Michigan Students to Military Academies Monday, December 22, 2014 U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow announced today that she has nominated 52 Michigan students for placement at the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, NY, the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, MD, the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, CO, and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy in Kings Point, NY. "I'm proud to see so many exceptional students from Michigan want to serve our country through military service," said Senator Stabenow. "Having demonstrated a strong commitment to excellence in and out of the classroom, I know that they will represent Michigan and our country well." Students seeking appointment to a service academy must first obtain the nomination of their U.S. Senator, their U.S. Representative, or the Vice President. Students nominated by Senator Stabenow's office went through a competitive application process that included interviews by community leaders. Now that the students have been nominated, they must await acceptance for admission by the academy to which they have applied. The following students have been nominated by Senator Stabenow to a service academy (by region): West Michigan: Kaylie Butt - Portage, Naval Academy Daniel Christensen - Augusta, Air Force Academy Blake Driscol - Grand Rapids, Naval Academy Zachary Hoiles - Grand Rapids, West Point Samantha Price - Marshall, Air Force Academy Jeremy Schwartz - Grand Rapids, Air Force Academy Peter Sinkovitz - Richland, Naval Academy Zachary Winzer - North Muskegon, Merchant Marine Academy Peter Woudenberg - Holland, West Point Southeast Michigan: Kyle Abraham - Northville, Air Force Academy Spencer Barlow - Troy, Air Force Academy Andrew Belanger - South Lyon, West Point Ryan Brand - Novi, Air Force Academy Alexandra Davis - Canton, West Point Joseph Dowler - Beverly Hills, Naval Academy Benjamin Finnegan - South Lyon, Naval Academy Jacob Franchak - White Lake, Air Force Academy Benjamin George - Wixo… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://stabenow.senate.gov?p=press_release&id=1559 Senator Stabenow Receives National Association of Community Health Centers Award 2014-12-19 2014 2014-12 Democrat House MI Debbie Stabenow S000770 stabenow.senate.gov     legacy Senator Stabenow Receives National Association of Community Health Centers Award Friday, December 19, 2014 U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow was presented today with the National Association of Community Health Centers' "Distinguished Community Health Champion Award" for her commitment to community health centers, which offer critical health services to families who would otherwise go without care. Sen. Stabenow received the award from the Michigan Primary Care Association during a tour of Jackson's Center for Family Health. "Many Michigan families rely on community health centers to receive basic medical services, and thanks to the great work these groups do, more patients are getting the critical health care they need," said Stabenow. Sen. Stabenow has led the effort to open and fund community health centers across Michigan and announced in September more than $8 million for 36 community health centers in the state, including Jackson's Center for Family Health. During the same month, she sent a letter to Sens. Reid and McConnell encouraging them to continue support for community health centers, which are facing funding reductions in the coming years. Both the National Association of Community Health Centers and the Michigan Primary Care Association work to help make sure families in underserved communities have access to health care. Across the country, Community Health Centers serve more than 22 million people at more than 9,000 sites, including 240 sites in Michigan.   Next Article 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.stabenow.senate.gov/news/senator-stabenow-receives-national-association-of-community-health-centers-award Senator Stabenow Receives National Association of Community Health Centers Award 2014-12-19 2014 2014-12 Democrat House MI Debbie Stabenow S000770 www.stabenow.senate.gov     legacy Senator Stabenow Receives National Association of Community Health Centers Award Friday, December 19, 2014 U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow was presented today with the National Association of Community Health Centers' "Distinguished Community Health Champion Award" for her commitment to community health centers, which offer critical health services to families who would otherwise go without care. Sen. Stabenow received the award from the Michigan Primary Care Association during a tour of Jackson's Center for Family Health. "Many Michigan families rely on community health centers to receive basic medical services, and thanks to the great work these groups do, more patients are getting the critical health care they need," said Stabenow. Sen. Stabenow has led the effort to open and fund community health centers across Michigan and announced in September more than $8 million for 36 community health centers in the state, including Jackson's Center for Family Health. During the same month, she sent a letter to Sens. Reid and McConnell encouraging them to continue support for community health centers, which are facing funding reductions in the coming years. Both the National Association of Community Health Centers and the Michigan Primary Care Association work to help make sure families in underserved communities have access to health care. Across the country, Community Health Centers serve more than 22 million people at more than 9,000 sites, including 240 sites in Michigan. Next Article 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases/jackson-post-office-honor-fallen-police-officer-james-bonneau Jackson Post Office to Honor Fallen Police Officer James Bonneau 2014-12-18 2014 2014-12 Republican House MI Tim Walberg W000798 walberg.house.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. President Obama signed into law a bill to rename the U.S. Post Office in downtown Jackson as the "Officer James Bonneau Memorial Post Office." Officer James Bonneau was killed in 2010 while on duty as he and a fellow public safety officer followed up on a domestic disturbance complaint. The legislation introduced by Rep. Tim Walberg, H.R. 3534, passed the House on July 14, 2014 and received final Congressional approval in the Senate on December 8. "Over four years have passed since Officer Bonneau gave his life in service to the Jackson community. With the naming of the Jackson Post Office, we erect a permanent memorial and establish a tangible reminder of his heroic actions and all of those who put their lives on the line to protect the public. Officer Bonneau was described by those closest to him as loyal, genuine, and good-hearted. The naming of the Officer Bonneau Memorial Post Office is a small step to remember his ultimate sacrifice and to affirm that we will never forget what he lived for - duty over self,"said Rep. Walberg. "Our family would like to thank Representative Tim Walberg for his hard work and the dedicatedspirit he has shown us and the City of Jackson throughout the introduction and passage of this bill. We are so grateful that Jim's sacrifice will continue to be remembered by the citizens of Jackson in the years ahead. As great an honor as this is, our wish is that the eventleading up to this could be altered,"added Amy and Marc Bonneau, the parents of James Bonneau. Background: Officer Bonneau graduated from Eastern Michigan University with a degree in Criminal Justice. He graduated from Lansing Community College's Mid-Michigan Police Academy at the top of his class academically before joining the Jackson Police Department. In 2011, Rep. Walberg and Senator Debbie Stabenow posthumously awarded Officer Bonneau the Law Enforcement Congressional Badge of Bravery. Officer Bonneau's parents, Amy and Marc, accepted the award on behalf of their son. The legislation will rename the U… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://stabenow.senate.gov?p=press_release&id=1557 Stabenow Statement on Arrest of Owners, Employees Involved with Distributing Tainted Steroids 2014-12-17 2014 2014-12 Democrat House MI Debbie Stabenow S000770 stabenow.senate.gov     legacy Stabenow Statement on Arrest of Owners, Employees Involved with Distributing Tainted Steroids Wednesday, December 17, 2014 U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow today issued the following statement on the arrest of two co-founders and 12 former employees of the New England Compounding Center (NECC) in Framingham, Massachusetts. In 2012, NECC was responsible for distributing contaminated steroids that resulted in more Michigan deaths than any other state. "Hundreds of people in Michigan got sick and 19 people tragically died because of the negligence of this company. It is critical that bad actors are held accountable so families can continue to trust that when they get treated for an injury or illness, they will be safe."   Next Article 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://stabenow.senate.gov?p=press_release&id=1558 Agriculture Chairwoman Stabenow Statement on Announcement to Improve U.S.-Cuba Relations 2014-12-17 2014 2014-12 Democrat House MI Debbie Stabenow S000770 stabenow.senate.gov     legacy Agriculture Chairwoman Stabenow Statement on Announcement to Improve U.S.-Cuba Relations Wednesday, December 17, 2014 U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow, who participated in a February 2013, Congressional Delegation to Cuba, today issued the following statement on the Obama Administration announcement regarding the restoration of economic and diplomatic ties with Cuba following the release of American Alan Gross and others, including dozens of political prisoners. "As Chairwoman of the Agriculture Committee, I traveled to Cuba with a bipartisan group of Senators. I told President Castro that building a new economic and political relationship would only be possible if he released Alan Gross and other political prisoners. President Castro got the message, and I am thrilled that Alan Gross has been reunited with his family. Alan is a real fighter and I can't thank him enough for his service to our country. "I support the policy changes President Obama announced today because they will boost agriculture, encourage manufacturing, and create jobs in America by increasing our country's ability to export goods and products, including many made or grown right here in Michigan. I also believe that these actions will serve as the basis for lasting and meaningful political reforms in Cuba that will finally bring freedom to the Cuban people."   Next Article 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.stabenow.senate.gov/news/agriculture-chairwoman-stabenow-statement-on-announcement-to-improve-us-cuba-relations Agriculture Chairwoman Stabenow Statement on Announcement to Improve U.S.-Cuba Relations 2014-12-17 2014 2014-12 Democrat House MI Debbie Stabenow S000770 www.stabenow.senate.gov     legacy Agriculture Chairwoman Stabenow Statement on Announcement to Improve U.S.-Cuba Relations Wednesday, December 17, 2014 U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow, who participated in a February 2013, Congressional Delegation to Cuba, today issued the following statement on the Obama Administration announcement regarding the restoration of economic and diplomatic ties with Cuba following the release of American Alan Gross and others, including dozens of political prisoners. "As Chairwoman of the Agriculture Committee, I traveled to Cuba with a bipartisan group of Senators. I told President Castro that building a new economic and political relationship would only be possible if he released Alan Gross and other political prisoners. President Castro got the message, and I am thrilled that Alan Gross has been reunited with his family. Alan is a real fighter and I can't thank him enough for his service to our country. "I support the policy changes President Obama announced today because they will boost agriculture, encourage manufacturing, and create jobs in America by increasing our country's ability to export goods and products, including many made or grown right here in Michigan. I also believe that these actions will serve as the basis for lasting and meaningful political reforms in Cuba that will finally bring freedom to the Cuban people." Next Article 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.stabenow.senate.gov/news/stabenow-statement-on-arrest-of-owners-employees-involved-with-distributing-tainted-steroids Stabenow Statement on Arrest of Owners, Employees Involved with Distributing Tainted Steroids 2014-12-17 2014 2014-12 Democrat House MI Debbie Stabenow S000770 www.stabenow.senate.gov     legacy Stabenow Statement on Arrest of Owners, Employees Involved with Distributing Tainted Steroids Wednesday, December 17, 2014 U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow today issued the following statement on the arrest of two co-founders and 12 former employees of the New England Compounding Center (NECC) in Framingham, Massachusetts. In 2012, NECC was responsible for distributing contaminated steroids that resulted in more Michigan deaths than any other state. "Hundreds of people in Michigan got sick and 19 people tragically died because of the negligence of this company. It is critical that bad actors are held accountable so families can continue to trust that when they get treated for an injury or illness, they will be safe." Next Article 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://huizenga.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398118 WZZM: Huizenga talks cutting IRS Budget, Immigration at West Coast Chamber 2014-12-16 2014 2014-12 Republican House MI Bill Huizenga H001058 huizenga.house.gov     legacy Following the "Breakfast with Bill" Legislative Update to the West Coast Chamber, Congressman Huizenga spoke to WZZM about the latest bipartisan agreement, cutting the IRS budget and President Obama's executive overreach.  Watch WZZM's coverage of the event and interview with Congressman Huizenga by clicking on the picture below . Rep. Huizenga talks budget deal, issues HOLLAND, Mich. (WZZM) - U.S. Congressman Bill Huizenga (R) had a full plate of issues to address in Holland this morning, including the recently passed budget. It was part of a "Breakfast with Bill" event, sponsored by the West Coast Chamber of Commerce. Huizenga says both Democrats and Republicans wanted to avoid another government shut down. He voted in favor of the $1.1 trillion spending package, but says there's still more that needs to be done. Those issues include the Keystone Pipeline and President Obama's executive order on immigration reform. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://huizenga.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398117 Op-ed: Why I Voted To Prevent A Government Shutdown 2014-12-15 2014 2014-12 Republican House MI Bill Huizenga H001058 huizenga.house.gov     legacy Why I Voted To Prevent A Government Shutdown By Rep. Bill Huizenga   There has been a lot of misinformation being spread about the latest bipartisan government funding bill that passed the House on Thursday night, and I wanted to take a few minutes to explain why I ultimately supported the bill. The funding bill known officially as, the Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act for FY 2015, passed the House of Representatives 219-206. This bill fully funds the federal government, except the Department of Homeland Security, through the end of September.  The Department of Homeland Security is funded until the end of February.   The reason there are two different timetables for funding the federal government is we know the Senate, as it currently stands, will not consider holding the President accountable for his announced executive actions.  This bill keeps the government running while setting up a direct challenge to President Obama’s executive actions on immigration, after Republicans take control of the Senate and expand our majority in the House. Some opponents of the bill claim that it funds the President's proposed unconstitutional executive actions; however, this bill does not fund illegal activity - it funds the law as written. If the President's executive action is implemented on February 18, 2015, as is currently planned, he will be misusing funds that were intended for a legal purpose.  It is also important to note that I supported the Preventing Executive Overreach on Immigration Act. This bill prohibits the President from exempting or deferring from removal individuals who under the immigration laws are not legally present in the United States. This legislation passed the House of Representatives by a vote of 232-191.  The debate over the President’s executive action is far from over.  A Republican-led Congress has a better chance of holding the President accountable for his power grab than the Republican-led House of Representatives acting alone. In terms of funding, this bi… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://upton.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398396 Upton announces Vicksburg appointment to U.S. Naval Academy 2014-12-15 2014 2014-12 Republican House MI Fred Upton U000031 upton.house.gov     legacy Congressman Fred Upton, R-St. Joseph, announced today that Gabrielle Perrin, of Vicksburg, Mich., has been accepted to attend the United States Naval Academy at Annapolis, Md. Upton recommended Gabrielle for selection to the prestigious service academy last week and has personally congratulated her on the appointment.  Gabrielle is a senior at Vicksburg High School and also attends the Kalamazoo Area Math and Science Center.  “It is my great pleasure to announce Gabrielle’s appointment to the Naval Academy. This is the earliest appointment received by one of our local students in recent memory,” Upton said. “I spoke to Gabrielle last week and she was very excited with the appointment and opportunity to serve her country. It takes years of putting in the hard work to come this far. Gabrielle has excelled in the classroom and on the cross-country course, setting a good example for her peers. I have no doubt that great things are in store for this fine young woman.  “I encourage all local students who are interested in military service to contact my office.”  Upton nominates students to military service academies from Michigan’s Sixth District who have excelled in school and are interviewed by members of his Academy Advisory Board, which is made up of community leaders. The individual academies make the final decision on military appointments. Upton nominated Gabrielle and 16 other Southwest Michigan students to the United States service academies last week. Students interested in attending a service academy are encouraged to contact Upton’s St. Joseph/Benton Harbor District Office for further information at (269) 982-1986. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://upton.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398395 Upton nominates local youth to United States service academies 2014-12-12 2014 2014-12 Republican House MI Fred Upton U000031 upton.house.gov     legacy The 17 service academy nominees for the 2015-2016 academic year have excelled academically as well as athletically at their respective schools and have gone through an extensive selection process, according to members of the advisory board for Congress Fred Upton, R-St. Joseph, who met with the students. “One of my greatest pleasures as a Member of Congress is being able to nominate such talented students to our nation’s prestigious military service academies,” said Upton. “These young men and women follow in the tradition of some of America’s finest leaders and brightest minds. Each member of this group has undergone a rigorous selection process to get to where they are today. They represent the best that Southwest Michigan has to offer. We are so proud of their accomplishments and desire to serve their country.” The selection process included an interview with Upton’s Academy Advisory Board, which is comprised of local community leaders.  Upon approval by the board, the students’ names were given to Upton, who then officially nominated the students to the military academies.  The individual academies will make the final decisions on military appointments. All applicants to military academies must be nominated by a Member of Congress, the President, or the Vice President. “I encourage all area students aspiring to follow in the path of these students to contact my constituent service office in St. Joseph/Benton Harbor to learn more about the academies and nomination process,” said Upton. Students interested in attending a service academy are encouraged to contact Upton’s St. Joseph/Benton Harbor District Office for further information: (269) 982-1986. They may also learn more about the academies by visiting Upton’s website at /constituentservices/serviceacademynominations.htm.  Upton has nominated the following students for the class of 2019: United States Military Academy Matthew Robinson, Dorr, Hopkins High School Tyler Zortman, Augusta, Sutton Park School United States Naval Academy Zoe Vlachos, Kalamazoo,… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://stabenow.senate.gov?p=press_release&id=1554 Stabenow Statement on Pension Proposal Attached to Government Funding Bill 2014-12-12 2014 2014-12 Democrat House MI Debbie Stabenow S000770 stabenow.senate.gov     legacy Stabenow Statement on Pension Proposal Attached to Government Funding Bill Friday, December 12, 2014 U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow issued the following statement regarding the pension proposal attached to the government funding bill: "A pension is a promise -- a promise that must be kept. It is urgent that Congress find a solution to the serious underfunding of Multi employee pension plans, which threaten the financial security of retirees. The longer we wait to solve this problem, the worse it will get. "However, I have very grave concerns about the proposal that was sent over by the House of Representatives. Instead of attaching this proposal to the Appropriations bill, Congress should work through pension reform in a careful, thoughtful way to build consensus and provide long term protection for the pensions that hardworking Americans have earned over the course of their lives." Next Article 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://stabenow.senate.gov?p=press_release&id=1555 Stabenow, Camp, Slaughter Introduce Guarding Our Great Lakes Act 2014-12-12 2014 2014-12 Democrat House MI Debbie Stabenow S000770 stabenow.senate.gov     legacy Stabenow, Camp, Slaughter Introduce Guarding Our Great Lakes Act Friday, December 12, 2014 Senator Debbie Stabenow and Representatives Dave Camp (R-MI) and Louise Slaughter (D-NY) introduced the Guarding Our Great Lakes Act, bipartisan legislation designed to protect the Great Lakes from the threat of invasive Asian carp. In announcing the legislation, Sen. Stabenow, Rep. Camp, and Rep. Slaughter issued the following statements. "The Great Lakes are part of our way of life and fuel our economy," said Sen. Stabenow. "We must stop them from being destroyed by Asian carp and other invasive species. This is an emergency, and the time has come for decisive action before it's too late. This bill will call on the Army Corps to begin work on projects that will help prevent the spread of Asian carp and require the Great Lakes Interagency Task Force to move us closer toward a long-term, permanent solution that will keep Asian carp out of our Lakes for good." "After years of study, we must begin making tangible progress to safeguard the Great Lakes ecosystem and the $7 billion economy it supports - and that is exactly what this bill would do," said Rep. Camp. "The Guarding Our Great Lakes Act would take the next necessary actions to prevent the spread of Asian carp. Focusing control efforts at Brandon Road Lock and Dam and beginning to improve the Chicago Area Waterway System are vital steps that need to be taken as we continue working to find a permanent solution." "The federal government's response to invasive species over the years has largely been reactive, not proactive, and we have paid a dear price," said Rep. Slaughter. "We have to take this problem head on, which is why I'm proud to introduce with my colleagues the Guarding Our Great Lakes Act - to stop Asian Carp before they destroy the native ecosystems of our beloved Great Lakes. I'm especially proud to introduce this legislation with my friends Congressman Dave Camp of Michigan and Senator Debbie Stabenow of Michigan, who have been t… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://stabenow.senate.gov?p=press_release&id=1556 Senate Passes Stabenow, Udall Measure to Review Health Services for Military Women 2014-12-12 2014 2014-12 Democrat House MI Debbie Stabenow S000770 stabenow.senate.gov     legacy Senate Passes Stabenow, Udall Measure to Review Health Services for Military Women Friday, December 12, 2014 The Senate today passed the National Defense Authorization Act of 2015 (NDAA), which includes a provision authored by U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow and Mark Udall that will review whether women in the military have access to quality health services. The Stabenow-Udall amendment to the NDAA will require the Government Accountability Office to conduct a comprehensive review of both the access to, and quality of women's health services for active servicewomen and other women, including military spouses. The review will include a specific focus on maternity care and quality measure standards. Once the review is completed, Congress will receive recommendations about how to improve health services for military women living in the United States and abroad. "No one deserves quality care more than our brave men and women in uniform," said Stabenow. "Whether it's preventive care, mental health care, or when a new baby is being welcomed into the family, women must be able to trust that military health services are able to provide for their unique needs. This measure will serve as an important first step toward making sure that the military focuses on issues women face when it comes to finding quality health services." "The women in our armed forces risk everything to keep our nation safe, and we owe them the highest quality health care our nation can provide," Udall said. "This bipartisan proposal directs the GAO to analyze the health care services available to military women in order to ensure that they are receiving the best possible services and quality control. Our military women and families deserve no less." The NDAA now heads to President Obama's desk for his signature. Next Article 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.stabenow.senate.gov/news/senate-passes-stabenow-udall-measure-to-review-health-services-for-military-women Senate Passes Stabenow, Udall Measure to Review Health Services for Military Women 2014-12-12 2014 2014-12 Democrat House MI Debbie Stabenow S000770 www.stabenow.senate.gov     legacy Senate Passes Stabenow, Udall Measure to Review Health Services for Military Women Friday, December 12, 2014 The Senate today passed the National Defense Authorization Act of 2015 (NDAA), which includes a provision authored by U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow and Mark Udall that will review whether women in the military have access to quality health services. The Stabenow-Udall amendment to the NDAA will require the Government Accountability Office to conduct a comprehensive review of both the access to, and quality of women's health services for active servicewomen and other women, including military spouses. The review will include a specific focus on maternity care and quality measure standards. Once the review is completed, Congress will receive recommendations about how to improve health services for military women living in the United States and abroad. "No one deserves quality care more than our brave men and women in uniform," said Stabenow. "Whether it's preventive care, mental health care, or when a new baby is being welcomed into the family, women must be able to trust that military health services are able to provide for their unique needs. This measure will serve as an important first step toward making sure that the military focuses on issues women face when it comes to finding quality health services." "The women in our armed forces risk everything to keep our nation safe, and we owe them the highest quality health care our nation can provide," Udall said. "This bipartisan proposal directs the GAO to analyze the health care services available to military women in order to ensure that they are receiving the best possible services and quality control. Our military women and families deserve no less." The NDAA now heads to President Obama's desk for his signature. Next Article 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.stabenow.senate.gov/news/stabenow-camp-slaughter-introduce-guarding-our-great-lakes-act Stabenow, Camp, Slaughter Introduce Guarding Our Great Lakes Act 2014-12-12 2014 2014-12 Democrat House MI Debbie Stabenow S000770 www.stabenow.senate.gov     legacy Stabenow, Camp, Slaughter Introduce Guarding Our Great Lakes Act Friday, December 12, 2014 Senator Debbie Stabenow and Representatives Dave Camp (R-MI) and Louise Slaughter (D-NY) introduced the Guarding Our Great Lakes Act, bipartisan legislation designed to protect the Great Lakes from the threat of invasive Asian carp. In announcing the legislation, Sen. Stabenow, Rep. Camp, and Rep. Slaughter issued the following statements. "The Great Lakes are part of our way of life and fuel our economy," said Sen. Stabenow. "We must stop them from being destroyed by Asian carp and other invasive species. This is an emergency, and the time has come for decisive action before it's too late. This bill will call on the Army Corps to begin work on projects that will help prevent the spread of Asian carp and require the Great Lakes Interagency Task Force to move us closer toward a long-term, permanent solution that will keep Asian carp out of our Lakes for good." "After years of study, we must begin making tangible progress to safeguard the Great Lakes ecosystem and the $7 billion economy it supports - and that is exactly what this bill would do," said Rep. Camp. "The Guarding Our Great Lakes Act would take the next necessary actions to prevent the spread of Asian carp. Focusing control efforts at Brandon Road Lock and Dam and beginning to improve the Chicago Area Waterway System are vital steps that need to be taken as we continue working to find a permanent solution." "The federal government's response to invasive species over the years has largely been reactive, not proactive, and we have paid a dear price," said Rep. Slaughter. "We have to take this problem head on, which is why I'm proud to introduce with my colleagues the Guarding Our Great Lakes Act - to stop Asian Carp before they destroy the native ecosystems of our beloved Great Lakes. I'm especially proud to introduce this legislation with my friends Congressman Dave Camp of Michigan and Senator Debbie Stabenow of Michigan, who have been t… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.stabenow.senate.gov/news/stabenow-statement-on-pension-proposal-attached-to-government-funding-bill Stabenow Statement on Pension Proposal Attached to Government Funding Bill 2014-12-12 2014 2014-12 Democrat House MI Debbie Stabenow S000770 www.stabenow.senate.gov     legacy Stabenow Statement on Pension Proposal Attached to Government Funding Bill Friday, December 12, 2014 U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow issued the following statement regarding the pension proposal attached to the government funding bill: "A pension is a promise -- a promise that must be kept. It is urgent that Congress find a solution to the serious underfunding of Multi employee pension plans, which threaten the financial security of retirees. The longer we wait to solve this problem, the worse it will get. "However, I have very grave concerns about the proposal that was sent over by the House of Representatives. Instead of attaching this proposal to the Appropriations bill, Congress should work through pension reform in a careful, thoughtful way to build consensus and provide long term protection for the pensions that hardworking Americans have earned over the course of their lives." Next Article 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://huizenga.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398116 Huizenga Votes To Keep The Government Open, Slash IRS Budget 2014-12-11 2014 2014-12 Republican House MI Bill Huizenga H001058 huizenga.house.gov     legacy Huizenga Votes To Keep The Government Open, Slash IRS Budget f t # e Washington, December 11, 2014 Tonight, Congressman Huizenga (MI-02) released the following statement after voting to keep the government open, slash the IRS Budget, and enact conservative reforms. “This bipartisan agreement remains consistent with the budget negotiated by Rep. Paul Ryan and Sen. Patty Murray. Additionally, this legislation spends less than the most conservative budget put forward by Republicans when we regained the House majority in 2011. “I am also pleased to see the House win the debate to hold the IRS accountable for targeting Americans for their political beliefs. While the IRS Budget reduction is not as much as the $788 million cut I authored and the House adopted during the appropriations process, this $346 million cut sends a message to bureaucrats in Washington that they are on notice.” f t # e 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://web.archive.org/web/20141225195137/http://www.stabenow.senate.gov/?p=video&id=1553 Wishing You and Your Family a Happy Holiday Season 2014-12-11 2014 2014-12 Democrat House MI Debbie Stabenow S000770 web.archive.org     legacy Skip to Content Text Size: M   L   XL Stay Connected: Home Services Agency Assistance Capitol Flags Grant, Procurement & Funding Assistance Special Recognitions … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://stabenow.senate.gov?p=press_release&id=1552 Stabenow Statement on Michigan State University Decision to Honor George Will at Commencement 2014-12-10 2014 2014-12 Democrat House MI Debbie Stabenow S000770 stabenow.senate.gov     legacy Stabenow Statement on Michigan State University Decision to Honor George Will at Commencement Wednesday, December 10, 2014 U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow today issued the following statement in regard to Michigan State University's (MSU) decision to select George Will as one of the University's December 2014 Commencement Speakers and to present him with an honorary doctorate: "As a Michigan State alumna, I am deeply disappointed that George Will is being honored this weekend. His statements on sexual assault are inaccurate, offensive, and don't represent the values of our state or MSU. I urge the University to continue their efforts to combat campus sexual assault, including the recent convening of the University Task Force on Sexual Assault and Relationship Violence."   Next Article 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.stabenow.senate.gov/news/stabenow-statement-on-michigan-state-university-decision-to-honor-george-will-at-commencement Stabenow Statement on Michigan State University Decision to Honor George Will at Commencement 2014-12-10 2014 2014-12 Democrat House MI Debbie Stabenow S000770 www.stabenow.senate.gov     legacy Stabenow Statement on Michigan State University Decision to Honor George Will at Commencement Wednesday, December 10, 2014 U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow today issued the following statement in regard to Michigan State University's (MSU) decision to select George Will as one of the University's December 2014 Commencement Speakers and to present him with an honorary doctorate: "As a Michigan State alumna, I am deeply disappointed that George Will is being honored this weekend. His statements on sexual assault are inaccurate, offensive, and don't represent the values of our state or MSU. I urge the University to continue their efforts to combat campus sexual assault, including the recent convening of the University Task Force on Sexual Assault and Relationship Violence." Next Article 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://upton.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398392 Upton supports bipartisan breast cancer education, prevention bill 2014-12-09 2014 2014-12 Republican House MI Fred Upton U000031 upton.house.gov     legacy While most breast cancers are found in women who are 50 years of age or older, approximately 11 percent of all new cases of breast cancer in the United States are found in women 45 and younger. House Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman Fred Upton, R-St. Joseph, spoke on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives today urging immediate passage of H.R. 5185, legislation to reauthorize the Young Women’s Breast Health Education and Awareness Requires Learning Young (EARLY) of 2009. Introduced by breast cancer survivor Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla., and Energy and Commerce Committee member Rep. Renee Ellmers, R-N.C., the bipartisan legislation renews programs related to young women’s breast health and breast cancer, including public education, research activities, and outreach and support for young women diagnosed with breast cancer. “While diagnosis and treatment are difficult for women of any age, young survivors often find it even more challenging,” said Upton in his floor remarks. “The prevention, treatment, and ultimately curing of diseases requires an all-hands-on-deck effort to not only educate, but also innovate on new cures and treatments. Early this year, the Energy and Commerce Committee embarked on the 21st Century Cures initiative with the goal of finding cures and treatments for the thousands without one – including this terrible disease. Sadly, we have all been touched in some manner by cancer or some other disease – whether it’s a personal diagnosis or a courageous fight by a loved one. We have been encouraged and humbled by the support we have seen for this initiative, but also understand that there is a great deal of work ahead. We look forward to meeting that challenge and this bill helps us.” H.R. 5185 passed the House by voice vote and now awaits action in the U.S. Senate. This spring, Upton partnered with Rep. Diana DeGette, D-Colo., in launching the bipartisan 21st Century Cures initiative, which seeks to accelerate the discovery, development, and delivery of treatments and cures … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://upton.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398394 Upton pays tribute to retiring friend, colleague Rep. John Dingell on House floor 2014-12-09 2014 2014-12 Republican House MI Fred Upton U000031 upton.house.gov     legacy Press Releases Upton pays tribute to retiring friend, colleague Rep. John Dingell on House floor f t # e WASHINGTON, DC, December 9, 2014 | Lynn Turner / Nick Culp (269-385-0039 / 202-225-3761) House Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman Fred Upton, R-St. Joseph, spoke on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives this evening in recognition of his Michigan colleague Rep. John D. Dingell, D-Dearborn, who will be retiring at the close of the 113th Congress after nearly 60 years of congressional service. Dingell, who was first elected in 1955, is the longest-serving member of the House and has the longest uninterrupted congressional tenure in U.S. history. Last year, Upton named the main Energy and Commerce Committee hearing room in 2123 Rayburn House Office Building in honor of Dingell, who served as its chairman from 1981 to 1994 and again from 2007 to 2008. f t # e 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://stabenow.senate.gov?p=press_release&id=1551 Stabenow Statement on Senate Intelligence Committee Report Detailing the CIAs Use of Torture 2014-12-09 2014 2014-12 Democrat House MI Debbie Stabenow S000770 stabenow.senate.gov     legacy Stabenow Statement on Senate Intelligence Committee Report Detailing the CIA’s Use of Torture Tuesday, December 09, 2014 U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow today issued the following statement in response to the release of a Senate Intelligence Committee report detailing the Central Intelligence Agency's illegal use of torture and other extreme interrogation, rendition, and detention practices following the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks: "The revelations contained in this report are truly horrifying, and I appreciate my colleagues' work to make sure the American people finally know the truth. Torturing people not only violates our laws, it violates our country's most basic values. This dark period in our history and the grave errors in judgment made by key leaders in our government must never be repeated." Click here to view the full Senate Intelligence Committee Report online.   Next Article 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.stabenow.senate.gov/news/-stabenow-statement-on-senate-intelligence-committee-report-detailing-the-cia-and-146s-use-of-torture Stabenow Statement on Senate Intelligence Committee Report Detailing the CIAs Use of Torture 2014-12-09 2014 2014-12 Democrat House MI Debbie Stabenow S000770 www.stabenow.senate.gov     legacy Stabenow Statement on Senate Intelligence Committee Report Detailing the CIAs Use of Torture Tuesday, December 09, 2014 U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow today issued the following statement in response to the release of a Senate Intelligence Committee report detailing the Central Intelligence Agency's illegal use of torture and other extreme interrogation, rendition, and detention practices following the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks: "The revelations contained in this report are truly horrifying, and I appreciate my colleagues' work to make sure the American people finally know the truth. Torturing people not only violates our laws, it violates our country's most basic values. This dark period in our history and the grave errors in judgment made by key leaders in our government must never be repeated." Click here to view the full Senate Intelligence Committee Report online. Next Article 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://walberg.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398498 Walberg Legislation to Help New Veterans Passes House 2014-12-04 2014 2014-12 Republican House MI Tim Walberg W000798 walberg.house.gov     legacy Press Releases Stay up-to-date on Rep. Walberg’s work on behalf of Michigan's 7th District.   Press Kit Members of the media can view Rep. Walberg’s biography and download an official picture.   Tim in the News Find the latest articles about Rep. Walberg from local and national papers.   Opinion Editorial Read the latest opinion editorials authored by Rep. Walberg.   Latest Videos Videos of Rep. Walberg from the House floor and committees.   Social Media Follow Rep. Walberg on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for more updates.   e-Newsletter Archive Stay up-to-date on Rep. Walberg’s work in D.C. and in Michigan through the e-newsletter. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases/walberg-legislation-help-new-veterans-passes-house Walberg Legislation to Help New Veterans Passes House 2014-12-04 2014 2014-12 Republican House MI Tim Walberg W000798 walberg.house.gov     legacy Today, the House passed the National Defense Authorization Act to provide funding, pay, and authorities for the Armed Forces in 2015. The legislation passed on a bipartisan vote of 300-119 and includes a number of important provisions to provide for our nation's defense and military personnel, including language offered by Rep. Walberg and Sen. Pat Toomey (R-PA) to assist new veterans as they transition back into civilian life. "All our brave men and women in uniform deserve a steady job when they leave military service, but unfortunately many young veterans are now returning home only to face a jobless rate considerably higher than the national average. I'm particularly pleased today's legislation included a commonsense proposal championed by Sen. Toomey and me which will increase veterans resources as they transition to civilian life," said Rep Walberg after the vote. Background: In November 2013, Rep. Walberg introduced H.R. 3493, the Servicemembers Transition Improvement Act, which would help facilitate the transition of members of the Armed Forces to civilian life by requiring the Department of Defense to share specified information on separating servicemembers with State veterans agencies in electronic format. H.R. 3493 is a companion bill to legislation introduced by Sen. Pat Toomey (R-PA) and received eleven bipartisan cosponsors. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://upton.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398387 Upton grills Takata over defective airbags linked to five deaths, millions of recalls 2014-12-03 2014 2014-12 Republican House MI Fred Upton U000031 upton.house.gov     legacy House Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman Fred Upton, R-St. Joseph, today grilled Japanese automotive parts manufacturer Takata Corp. concerning its defective airbags, which have been linked to five deaths and resulted in more than 16 million vehicle recalls worldwide. Testifying before the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade, Takata was joined by witnesses from Toyota, Honda, BMW, and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHSTA). Upton expressed his outrage over the Takata’s inept response and the across-the-board failures of industry and federal regulators to keep American drivers safe. “What should I say to the mom in Michigan who asks me if she and her family are safe behind the wheel?” challenged Upton. “Families across the country expect the safety devices in their vehicles to work; they expect them to provide lifesaving protection they can count on in the event of an accident. They expect problems from earlier models to be reported and fixed, and they expect to be able to get a defect repaired when they find out about it. But sadly, I can’t give those assurances right now.” Immediately before this morning’s hearing, Reuters reported that in 2003 Takata conducted an investigation into an airbag failure in a BMW vehicle, but “concluded the problem was an anomaly.” This revelation follows other recent reports that Takata was testing its product for potential defects in 2004 – more than a year before the company initially claimed it learned of the airbag defects – reportedly at a Takata laboratory in Armada, Mich., and at a test facility in Auburn Hills, Mich. Upton also called into question the failure of Honda to comply with the Transportation Recall Enhancement Accountability and Documentation (TREAD) Act, which requires manufacturers to report the information needed to help NHTSA quickly identify vehicle defects and remove those affected vehicles from the road. Upton authored the bipartisan TREAD Act in 2000 after spearheading an extensive investiga… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://upton.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398388 Upton supports creation of tax-free savings accounts for Michiganders with disabilities 2014-12-03 2014 2014-12 Republican House MI Fred Upton U000031 upton.house.gov     legacy More than 2 million Michigan adults have some form of a disability and that number is projected to increase by the year 2030, reports the Michigan Department of Community Health. We want to help give those families the opportunity to save for their future and long-term expenses, said U.S. Representative Fred Upton, R-St. Joseph, a supporter of the original Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Upton joined his House colleagues this evening in passing bipartisan legislation – H.R. 647, the Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Act of 2014 – to create tax-free savings accounts (ABLE accounts) for individuals with disabilities to cover qualified expenses such as education, housing, and transportation. Upton is a cosponsor of the ABLE Act, which passed the U.S. House of Representatives by a vote of 404 to 17 and now awaits action in the U.S. Senate. “The ABLE Act empowers millions of Americans with disabilities, enabling them to save for their own future needs without jeopardizing the benefits and services they vitally depend upon,” said Upton. “Through access to tax-free savings accounts, we can help our most vulnerable maintain their health, independence, and quality of life.” The creation of tax-free savings accounts for individuals with disabilities has been a top priority for disability rights advocates in Southwest Michigan. "The ability to save money for housing or home modifications, assistive devices, accessible transportation, education & health care is critical for people with disabilities,” says Joel Cooper, President & CEO at Disability Network Southwest Michigan. “We hear from people with disabilities and family members who would like to put aside some money to pay for these necessities but cannot because they fear that this will jeopardize the health, housing, or community living supports they need to survive. We believe the ABLE Act will provide the security people need to negotiate the expenses that living with a significant disability brings.” Under the ABLE Act, states would have the … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://walberg.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398497 Walberg Votes for ABLE Act to Assist Individuals with Disabilities 2014-12-03 2014 2014-12 Republican House MI Tim Walberg W000798 walberg.house.gov     legacy Press Releases Stay up-to-date on Rep. Walberg’s work on behalf of Michigan's 7th District.   Press Kit Members of the media can view Rep. Walberg’s biography and download an official picture.   Tim in the News Find the latest articles about Rep. Walberg from local and national papers.   Opinion Editorial Read the latest opinion editorials authored by Rep. Walberg.   Latest Videos Videos of Rep. Walberg from the House floor and committees.   Social Media Follow Rep. Walberg on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for more updates.   e-Newsletter Archive Stay up-to-date on Rep. Walberg’s work in D.C. and in Michigan through the e-newsletter. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://stabenow.senate.gov?p=press_release&id=1550 Chairwoman Stabenow Convenes U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee Hearing on Water Quality 2014-12-03 2014 2014-12 Democrat House MI Debbie Stabenow S000770 stabenow.senate.gov     legacy Chairwoman Stabenow Convenes U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee Hearing on Water Quality Wednesday, December 03, 2014 U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow, Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, today examined different ways farmers and ranchers can help protect water quality in the Great Lakes as part of a hearing of the U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee. "The Great Lakes are essential to Michigan's economy and our way of life, so addressing threats to the quality of these waters is critically important," said Stabenow. "This hearing helped demonstrate that farmers are a significant part of the solution in responding to these threats through conservation initiatives, which was a major focus of the 2014 Farm Bill. Sen. Stabenow's hearing, Farmers and Fresh Water: Voluntary Conservation to Protect our Land and Waters, is part of a larger effort to find solutions to water quality issues across the country. Those testifying include Michael Collins, Mayor of Toledo. Earlier this year, a toxic algae bloom was discovered in Lake Erie that prevented communities in the Greater Toledo area and Southeast Michigan from drinking or using their tap water. Sen. Stabenow is Vice Chair of the Great Lakes Task Force and author of the 2014 Farm Bill, which made the most significant investments in our nation's land and water conservation in decades. She played a key role in establishing the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative in 2010 and has strongly advocated to fund this Initiative. Just this fall, after decades of efforts, two toxic sites in Michigan were given a clean bill of health as a result of Great Lakes Restoration funding.   Next Article 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases/walberg-votes-able-act-assist-individuals-disabilities Walberg Votes for ABLE Act to Assist Individuals with Disabilities 2014-12-03 2014 2014-12 Republican House MI Tim Walberg W000798 walberg.house.gov     legacy Today, Rep. Walberg voted in support of H.R. 647, the ABLE Act of 2014, legislation he cosponsored to create tax-free savings accounts for people born with disabilities to save for future, qualified expenses such as education, housing and medical expenses. H.R. 647 passed with a strong bipartisan vote of 404-17. "Passage of the ABLE Act will help ease some of the challenges faced by people living with disabilities and their families by extending important financial planning tools that will help them achieve their potential. It's a commonsense step which will make a difference for those who need it most," said Rep. Walberg after the vote. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.stabenow.senate.gov/news/chairwoman-stabenow-convenes-us-senate-agriculture-committee-hearing-on-water-quality Chairwoman Stabenow Convenes U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee Hearing on Water Quality 2014-12-03 2014 2014-12 Democrat House MI Debbie Stabenow S000770 www.stabenow.senate.gov     legacy Chairwoman Stabenow Convenes U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee Hearing on Water Quality Wednesday, December 03, 2014 U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow, Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, today examined different ways farmers and ranchers can help protect water quality in the Great Lakes as part of a hearing of the U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee. "The Great Lakes are essential to Michigan's economy and our way of life, so addressing threats to the quality of these waters is critically important," said Stabenow. "This hearing helped demonstrate that farmers are a significant part of the solution in responding to these threats through conservation initiatives, which was a major focus of the 2014 Farm Bill. Sen. Stabenow's hearing, Farmers and Fresh Water: Voluntary Conservation to Protect our Land and Waters, is part of a larger effort to find solutions to water quality issues across the country. Those testifying include Michael Collins, Mayor of Toledo. Earlier this year, a toxic algae bloom was discovered in Lake Erie that prevented communities in the Greater Toledo area and Southeast Michigan from drinking or using their tap water. Sen. Stabenow is Vice Chair of the Great Lakes Task Force and author of the 2014 Farm Bill, which made the most significant investments in our nation's land and water conservation in decades. She played a key role in establishing the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative in 2010 and has strongly advocated to fund this Initiative. Just this fall, after decades of efforts, two toxic sites in Michigan were given a clean bill of health as a result of Great Lakes Restoration funding. Next Article 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://upton.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398390 ROLL CALL: Upton Eyes the Architecture of Abundance for Energy 2014-12-02 2014 2014-12 Republican House MI Fred Upton U000031 upton.house.gov     legacy After peeking inside Sen. Lisa Murkowski’s, R-Alaska, energy manifesto Monday for clues on how she’ll run the Energy and Natural Resources Committee next year, we turn today to the corresponding plan by House Energy and Commerce Chairman Fred Upton, R-Mich. Upton’s “Architecture of Abundance,” unveiled in a July speech, takes critical aim at “policies rooted in the old ideas of energy scarcity” to reflect the rapidly changing energy dynamics of the past several years.  That’s a sentiment expressed on both sides of the Capitol, where lawmakers from both parties have called for addressing issues associated with the fracking boom, including environmental concerns, infrastructure, and exports, to name a few. Upton’s plan showcases the committee’s legislative work in the 113th Congress, in contrast to Murkowski’s proposal revealing a detailed look at her own thinking. The contrast reflects Murkowski’s time spent in the minority doing her homework and Upton’s having the luxury of legislating for the four years he’s been atop the powerful Energy and Commerce panel. Upton’s committee has carefully laid the groundwork for a multitude of energy bills that have passed the House through regular order. As a result, the committee will be set to hit the ground running at the outset of the new Congress.  Remember that Upton, with the help of Energy and Power Subcommittee Chairman Edward Whitfield, R-Ky., and Environment and the Economy Chairman John Shimkus, R-Ill., has conducted a great deal of oversight during his tenure. Those efforts, which will be amplified through coordination with Senate GOP counterparts over the next two years, will also help shape policy. House Republicans’ energy bills will find a much friendlier reception in a GOP-led Senate in the next two years than they found in the Democratic Senate for the last four years. The result may be less emphasis on sending message bills across the Capitol and more focus on finding areas of agreement with some Democrats, and even the White House, that could actually… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://stabenow.senate.gov?p=press_release&id=1549 Agriculture Chairwoman Stabenow Applauds Investment to Bring Local Food to Michigan Schools 2014-12-02 2014 2014-12 Democrat House MI Debbie Stabenow S000770 stabenow.senate.gov     legacy Agriculture Chairwoman Stabenow Applauds Investment to Bring Local Food to Michigan Schools Tuesday, December 02, 2014 U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow, Chairwoman of the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, today applauded the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) announcement to award two Michigan schools with funding to implement innovative projects that will bring locally grown food to school cafeterias. This funding comes through USDA's Farm to School Program, which helps schools source healthy school foods like fruits, vegetables, meat and dairy. The Farm to School Program also educates students about how food grows through school garden programs and farm visits. Sen. Stabenow authored the 2014 Farm Bill, which was signed into law by President Obama earlier this year and significantly expands support for Michigan farmers by creating new opportunities to sell locally grown and organic products. "Michigan sets the national standard when it comes to successfully feeding healthy meals to children," said Stabenow. "As I visit Michigan schools with local farm to table programs, I continue to be impressed to see students enjoying broccoli and pineapple from salad bars, while learning about how their food is grown. Farm to school programs give needed support to Michigan farmers, while educating and encouraging students to eat healthy. Whether it's teachers, students, parents or farmers, everybody wins when local food makes it to cafeterias close to where it has been grown and produced." USDA's Farm to School Grants help schools respond to the growing demand for locally sourced foods and increase market opportunities for producers and food businesses, including food processors, manufacturers, and distributors. These grants will also be used to support agriculture and nutrition education efforts such as school gardens, field trips to local farms, and cooking classes across the country. Waterford School District and Detroit Public Schools will each receive a Farm to Sc… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.stabenow.senate.gov/news/agriculture-chairwoman-stabenow-applauds-investment-to-bring-local-food-to-michigan-schools Agriculture Chairwoman Stabenow Applauds Investment to Bring Local Food to Michigan Schools 2014-12-02 2014 2014-12 Democrat House MI Debbie Stabenow S000770 www.stabenow.senate.gov     legacy Agriculture Chairwoman Stabenow Applauds Investment to Bring Local Food to Michigan Schools Tuesday, December 02, 2014 U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow, Chairwoman of the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, today applauded the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) announcement to award two Michigan schools with funding to implement innovative projects that will bring locally grown food to school cafeterias. This funding comes through USDA's Farm to School Program, which helps schools source healthy school foods like fruits, vegetables, meat and dairy. The Farm to School Program also educates students about how food grows through school garden programs and farm visits. Sen. Stabenow authored the 2014 Farm Bill, which was signed into law by President Obama earlier this year and significantly expands support for Michigan farmers by creating new opportunities to sell locally grown and organic products. "Michigan sets the national standard when it comes to successfully feeding healthy meals to children," said Stabenow. "As I visit Michigan schools with local farm to table programs, I continue to be impressed to see students enjoying broccoli and pineapple from salad bars, while learning about how their food is grown. Farm to school programs give needed support to Michigan farmers, while educating and encouraging students to eat healthy. Whether it's teachers, students, parents or farmers, everybody wins when local food makes it to cafeterias close to where it has been grown and produced." USDA's Farm to School Grants help schools respond to the growing demand for locally sourced foods and increase market opportunities for producers and food businesses, including food processors, manufacturers, and distributors. These grants will also be used to support agriculture and nutrition education efforts such as school gardens, field trips to local farms, and cooking classes across the country. Waterford School District and Detroit Public Schools will each receive a Farm to Sc… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://upton.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398386 Upton commemorates World AIDS Day 2014 2014-12-01 2014 2014-12 Republican House MI Fred Upton U000031 upton.house.gov     legacy "Today we remember the lives tragically ended because of HIV/AIDS and renew our commitment to the millions more who continue to live with the virus today. Working together, we have made tremendous advances over the past decades in research, treatment, and prevention to offer greater hope for its victims and halt the spread to countless more. We will not rest until this epidemic is stopped once and for all." - Rep. Fred Upton share: f t ​House Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman Fred Upton, R-St. Joseph, issued the following statement in recognition of World AIDS Day. Observed worldwide on December 1, the day seeks to raise greater public awareness of HIV/AIDS, renew global efforts to stop the epidemic, and remember those lives lost. More than 1.2 million people are currently living in the United States with HIV and almost one in seven are unaware they have the disease, reports the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).“Today we remember the lives tragically ended because of HIV/AIDS and renew our commitment to the millions more who continue to live with the virus today,” said Upton who met this summer with Jeanne White-Ginder, mother of Ryan White, the Indiana teenager who died in 1990 from complications from AIDS after becoming infected with HIV from a contaminated blood treatment. Upton has been a longtime supporter of the Ryan White Comprehensive AIDS Resources Emergency (CARE) Act, the largest federally funded program in the United States for people living with HIV/AIDS. “Working together, we have made tremendous advances over the past decades in research, treatment, and prevention to offer greater hope for its victims and halt the spread to countless more. We will not rest until this epidemic is stopped once and for all,” continued Upton. This Congress, Upton’s committee successfully advanced S. 330, the HIV Organ Policy Equity (HOPE) Act, which allows research to fully evaluate the safety and efficacy of organ transplantation between … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.stabenow.senate.gov/news/agriculture-chairwoman-stabenow-encourages-dairy-farmers-to-enroll-in-new-farm-bill-program-before-next-week-and-146s-deadline Agriculture Chairwoman Stabenow Encourages Dairy Farmers to Enroll in New Farm Bill Program Before Next Weeks Deadline 2014-11-26 2014 2014-11 Democrat House MI Debbie Stabenow S000770 www.stabenow.senate.gov     legacy Agriculture Chairwoman Stabenow Encourages Dairy Farmers to Enroll in New Farm Bill Program Before Next Weeks Deadline Risk Management Program Protects Producers from Sudden Economic Challenges Wednesday, November 26, 2014 U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow, Chairwoman of the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, encouraged Michigan dairy farmers to register by Dec. 5 for a new dairy risk management program made possible by the 2014 Farm Bill. The program gives Michigan farmers the certainty and tools they need to continue supplying milk products to consumers in Michigan and across the country. The enrollment period for the new dairy Margin Protection Program (MPP), which is administered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, began on Sept. 2 and will end on Dec. 5. The program offers participating farmers assistance if milk prices fall below profitable margins due to unexpected circumstances beyond their control. Dairy is one of Michigan's largest agricultural commodities, and exports of Michigan dairy products have more than doubled over the last ten years. The MPP was authorized by the 2014 Farm Bill, which was authored by Sen. Stabenow and signed into law in Michigan earlier this year. Farmers can register for the MPP at their local Farm Service Agency Office. "We cannot afford to have our Michigan dairy farmers go bankrupt when there are sudden market swings, which is why we put together this new program," said Stabenow. "I strongly encourage dairy producers in Michigan and nationwide to register by December 5 in-person or using the new tool developed by Michigan State University. Michigan families need a reliable supply of dairy products at the grocery store, and that means we need to make sure Michigan's farmers can keep producing some of the very best dairy products in the United States." Ken Nobis, President, Michigan Milk Producers Association: "The Margin Protection Program i… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://huizenga.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398115 GR Press: Huizenga tasked to head US House monetary policy subcommittee 2014-11-25 2014 2014-11 Republican House MI Bill Huizenga H001058 huizenga.house.gov     legacy Rep. Bill Huizenga tasked to head US House monetary policy subcommittee​ Mlive - Andrew Krietz - November 24, 2014 Come January 2015, one West Michigan legislator will move up the ranks in a new Congress. U.S. Rep. Bill Huizenga, R-Zeeland, has been assigned to chair the Financial Services Subcommittee on Monetary Policy and Trade. The position tasks the third-term congressman with the authority to review the Federal Reserve's board and keep oversight on its policies. ... "It's very broad that in one sense, it's dealing with a massive issue and that is the Federal Reserve and our monetary policies," Huizenga said. "For one, all you have to do is look at what's happening at interest rates: cars, mortgages, the value of money. It does seem very academic on one hand, but there's a lot of practical and real-world ramifications." Read the rest of the story in Tuesday's Grand Rapids Press HERE. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://huizenga.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398111 LDN: Huizenga says Congress considering response to Obama's immigration executive order 2014-11-24 2014 2014-11 Republican House MI Bill Huizenga H001058 huizenga.house.gov     legacy On Friday, Congressman Huizenga spoke with the Ludington Daily News about President Obama's latest executive action, how Congress will respond, and what bipartisan steps can be taken to begin to fix our nation's broken immigration system. Below are excerpts from the interview, which is available in it's entirety here. Huizenga says Congress is considering response to Obama's immigration executive order By Steve Begnoche - Sun Nov 23, 2014. Congressman Bill Huizenga, R-Zeeland, says members of Congress are trying to understand what exactly President Barack Obama’s immigration executive order means and just how far it goes before deciding how to respond. ...   He [Huizenga], like most Republicans, questions if the president has the authority to do what he did, saying that gets very iffy when it comes to issuing work permits. Speaker of the House John Boehner, R-Ohio, Friday filed a lawsuit challenging the president’s authority on health care that could be expanded to include the immigration decision, Huizenga said. The Republican-controlled House had authorized the lawsuit earlier, but Boehner waited until the immigration order to file it. Huizenga said that even Obama previously questioned the authority of the president to order changes. “I agree with him earlier when he said he doesn’t have the authority to do this. He or someone helped change his mind,” Huizenga said. “That really is the heart of the problem. The president is trying to go forward without any kind of legislative process.” ... Huizenga said immigration reform is needed and the current immigration law presents problems to agriculture in west Michigan and high tech industries. “My preference is to go after it in a step-by-step process,” he said. One issue that needs to be tackled is border security. Huizenga said he agreed with Obama’s call Thursday night for higher pay for border patrols. “There are some things we aren’t that far apart on,” he said. “We have to go in fix the ag part of this in west Michigan. There are not enough visas to a… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://web.archive.org/web/20141205214920/http://walberg.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398496 Cit Pat | Sticker shock in Year Two of buying health insurance the Obamacare way 2014-11-24 2014 2014-11 Republican House MI Tim Walberg W000798 web.archive.org     legacy JACKSON, MI – It is tempting to denounce the President of the United States right now, but he's not responsible for every disappointment that comes my way. As one of 19 million Americans covered by private health insurance we buy ourselves, I noted a recent Kaiser Family Foundation survey that found prices rose just 3 percent in 2014 for family insurance coverage supplied in the workplace a job benefit. This was called positive news that "continues a recent trend of modest increases." "Boy oh boy!" I said. "I could sure enjoy a little taste of that trend!" Hope was shattered Nov. 15, when Year Two began for buying health insurance through the government "marketplace." "Thanks a lot, Obama!" I howled at the new prices. To buy the same Blue Care Network coverage for the same three people in 2015, my family's cost will jump 17 percent in January. Our price rose 8 percent this year, even though we cut the number of family members covered from four to three. That's a 26-percent increase over two years for covering 25 percent fewer people. Where's our positive modest increase, Kaiser Family? Closer reading of the foundation's report reveals the 3-percent increase is something of a sham. Survey-takers also found deductibles, the money patients must pay before insurance benefits kick in, keep rising. The average deductible is up 47 percent since 2009. Employers are switching to worse insurance and still paying 3 percent more. Unlike a large corporation, I cannot switch to cheaper insurance because I already purchase the worst coverage allowed by law. Our family deductible is so high people gasp in disbelief. Local experts say some insurers selling health coverage in the Jackson area actually cut prices for 2015. I assume that's true for some companies in the middle of the pack on pricing, but the bottom-end cost paid by our family went up sharply. Blaming Obamacare is tempting, but health insurance prices rose every year, and often obscenely, before Obamacare was invented. That's why it was invented. Maybe health insuran… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://huizenga.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398110 Huizenga Questions Phony IAIS Transparency, Calls For Real Openness 2014-11-21 2014 2014-11 Republican House MI Bill Huizenga H001058 huizenga.house.gov     legacy Huizenga Questions Phony IAIS Transparency, Calls For Real Openness f t # e Washington, November 21, 2014 House Lawmakers See Problems With IAIS Despite Assurances of Federal Regulators  By K. Claire Compton | November 18, 2014 09:59PM ET Nov. 18 (BNA) -- Lawmakers who want greater involvement in negotiations over global insurance standards told regulators Nov. 18 they're keeping an eye on the process and aren't satisfied with its transparency so far. The self-described “Team U.S.A.,” made up of regulators representing the Federal Reserve Board, the Treasury Department and state authorities, appeared before a House panel to update members on international standards currently being developed by the International Association for Insurance Supervisors (IAIS). ... The Fed and Treasury representatives took the opportunity of the hearing to characterize the change as increasing transparency by eliminating the ability to “pay to play,” and preserving the IAIS's independence from the industry. ... Rep. Bill Huizenga (R-Mich.), however, disagreed. “You might think it's an improvement, but there are a whole lot of people who don't think it's an improvement,” Huizenga said to McRaith. “You've cut off the highway before you put on the on-ramp. There's no on-ramp or off-ramp. Mr. [Roy] Woodall was not allowed to come to meetings—this flies in the face of transparency.” Woodall, the Financial Stability Oversight Council's independent insurance expert, became an IAIS observer in February of this year, a status that will no longer confer special access. Woodall had been seeking greater involvement in the IAIS for several months prior to becoming an observer. “Relegating systemic risk policymakers to only those opportunities afforded to the general public would reduce the likelihood of effective … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://web.archive.org/web/20141206081720/http://dankildee.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/statement-by-congressman-dan-kildee-on-president-obama-s-executive Statement by Congressman Dan Kildee on President Obamas Executive Actions on Immigration 2014-11-21 2014 2014-11 Democrat House MI Dan Kildee K000380 web.archive.org     legacy “I’m pleased to see President Obama taking action to fix our broken immigration system. His executive actions fall well within the clear legal authority of his office and will help to secure our borders while also providing relief to millions of hard-working and law-abiding immigrant families across America. President Obama is not the first president to issue executive orders related to immigration. Indeed, other past presidents – including President Ronald Reagan and four other Republican presidents – have also used executive authority to act on immigration policy. “While the President’s actions will make a broken immigration system work better, it will not fix the underlying problems that can only be solved by Congress passing comprehensive immigration reform. Everyone agrees that our immigration system is broken. Yet it’s been more than 500 days since the Senate passed bipartisan comprehensive immigration reform. I’ve co-sponsored legislation in the comprehensive immigration reform in the House, yet Speaker Boehner has repeatedly blocked efforts to bring this bipartisan bill up for a vote. “We cannot continue to have a piecemeal immigration system – my constituents and the American people want action now.” 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://huizenga.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398109 Huizenga Named Chairman of Monetary Policy & Trade Subcommittee 2014-11-20 2014 2014-11 Republican House MI Bill Huizenga H001058 huizenga.house.gov     legacy Today, Financial Services Committee Chairman Jeb Hensarling announced that Congressman Huizenga has been selected to Chair the Financial Services Subcommittee on Monetary Policy & Trade for the 114th Congress.   “I am honored and excited at the opportunity to serve as Chairman of the Monetary Policy and Trade Subcommittee,” said Huizenga. “As Chairman, my goal is to conduct vigorous oversight of the Federal Reserve and ensure monetary policy is formulated in an open and transparent manner.”  “In a short period of time, Bill has proven himself to be an effective leader and bridge builder on the Financial Services Committee,” said Chairman Hensarling. “I am looking forward to Bill continuing to be a pragmatic, solutions-oriented legislator as Chairman of the Monetary Policy and Trade Subcommittee.”   As Chair, Congressman Huizenga will continue the subcommittee’s oversight of how the Federal Reserve’s Board of Governors conducts monetary policy as well as general oversight of the Federal Reserve System.  The subcommittee will also review our nation’s international monetary and trade policies to ensure they promote domestic economic growth and create an open and competitive global marketplace. The Subcommittee on Monetary Policy and Trade has jurisdiction over legislation in the House pertaining to: The impact of monetary policy on the economy, financial actions on interest rates, the allocation of credit, and the structure and functioning of domestic financial institutions;  International investment policies, both as they relate to United States investments for trade purposes by citizens of the United States and investments made by all foreign entities in the United States;  The Export-Import Bank, International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank;  Coins, coinage, currency, and medals, including commemorative coins and medals, proof and mint sets and other special coins, and counterfeiting.  Congressman Huize… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://upton.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398381 Upton votes to bolster Michigans manufacturing growth, improve federal permitting processes 2014-11-20 2014 2014-11 Republican House MI Fred Upton U000031 upton.house.gov     legacy Michigan today leads the nation in manufacturing job creation, accounting for more than a half million jobs and more than 90 percent of the state’s exports, according to the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM). That is a record of economic growth and opportunity that we want to see continue, says House Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman Fred Upton, R-St. Joseph. Upton and his colleagues in the U.S. House of Representatives today passed important legislation that will boost manufacturing in states like Michigan and help create more jobs. H.R. 4795, the Promoting New Manufacturing Act, supports U.S. employers by providing them with greater transparency and timeliness in obtaining the federal permits necessary for new manufacturing. H.R. 4795 passed the House by a bipartisan vote of 238 to 172 and now awaits action in the U.S. Senate. “The United States has all the ingredients to strengthen our domestic manufacturing dominance,” said Upton, who was recently recognized by NAM for his leadership on issues of importance to domestic manufacturers. “We have the affordable energy supply to run our factories, especially our growing abundance of natural gas. We have private investors willing to invest billions of dollars on new projects in America. We have a workforce that is second to none, but many of whom need jobs. And we have the technical knowledge to build manufacturing facilities that are the cleanest and most efficient in the world. All we need is a regulatory process that will allow it to happen.” H.R. 4795 increases public transparency by requiring the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to publish on its website the total number of preconstruction permits issued; the percentage of permits issued within one year of the filing of a completed application; and the EPA Appeals Board’s average timeline for deciding appeals of preconstruction permit application decisions. “We want to be a world leader in manufacturing, not in red tape,” continued Upton. “I am glad the President identified the potential of… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://upton.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398382 FOX NEWS: Partnering for Cures: Medical innovators team up to treat deadly diseases 2014-11-20 2014 2014-11 Republican House MI Fred Upton U000031 upton.house.gov     legacy “[With] disease, it doesn’t matter if you’re a Republican or a Democrat or Independent … We want to solve these issues,” said Upton. “[There are] 7,000 diseases; we have cures for only about 500, and why can't we work together to try and help every family across the country in speeding up the approval of drugs and devices?” share: f t Team work. That was the theme when medical thought leaders converged on New York City recently for the Faster Cures Center of the Milken Institute’s “Partnering for Cures” conference where Fox News’ own Dr. Manny Alvarez was a panel moderator. The event brings together medical experts, policy makers, industry leaders, and philanthropists to share ideas on how they can work together to speed the research and development of cures for the world’s most devastating diseases. … Dr. Sangeeta Bhatia, a professor and director of the laboratory for multiscale regenerative technologies at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), who spoke at the meeting, said combining medicine and technology has paved the way for important discoveries in her own work. “One of the key breakthroughs was using engineering technologies, the microfabrication tools that were developed for making computer chips, to instead make little liver tissues,” Bhatia told FoxNews.com. “And that combination of fields has really accelerated progress, so now we can make little human microlivers. They're as big as the head of a pin, and we can use them to predict how patients would respond to drugs, to make them safer, and also to make medicines to kill infections of the liver like hepatitis and malaria.” Medical breakthroughs like Bhatia’s microlivers have caught the attention of policy makers who recognize the need to revamp the notoriously slow process of bringing medical innovations to the market. “Most of our institutions, the [National Institutes of Health], the [Food and Drug Administration] — they were founded back before we did the kind of research that we d… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://upton.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398384 Upton responds to Presidents immigration order 2014-11-20 2014 2014-11 Republican House MI Fred Upton U000031 upton.house.gov     legacy U.S. Representative Fred Upton, R-St. Joseph, issued the following statement in response to the President’s executive action on immigration. During the past two years, Upton has helped lead an effort in the U.S. House of Representatives to get bipartisan immigration reform legislation enacted. “As I’ve long said, our current immigration system is broken and needs bipartisan reform. That means all sides working together – Democrats and Republicans, the White House and Congress – to get the job done,” Upton said. “The President’s ‘go it alone’ approach drives a political wedge into ongoing reform efforts and recklessly disregards our nation’s lawmaking process. And meanwhile, Michigan farmers, employers, law enforcement, and families will continue to live and work under a cloud of uncertainty as our laws are decided at the whim of a lame-duck White House. It’s time for real, thoughtful solutions, not more partisan maneuvering.” In October, Upton welcomed his Florida colleague and chair of the Congressional Hispanic Conference Rep. Mario Diaz-Balart to Kalamazoo, Mich., to share their ongoing immigration reform efforts in Congress, learn of the community’s concerns, and encourage a constructive local dialogue on the issue. Upton and Diaz-Balart hosted an immigration roundtable discussion with local agriculture and business leaders at Southwest Michigan First and met with community members at the Dia de los Muertos celebration at St. Joseph Catholic Church hosted by the Hispanic American Council of Kalamazoo. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://walberg.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398493 Walberg Votes to Promote Manufacturing and Create More American Jobs 2014-11-20 2014 2014-11 Republican House MI Tim Walberg W000798 walberg.house.gov     legacy Press Releases Stay up-to-date on Rep. Walberg’s work on behalf of Michigan's 7th District.   Press Kit Members of the media can view Rep. Walberg’s biography and download an official picture.   Tim in the News Find the latest articles about Rep. Walberg from local and national papers.   Opinion Editorial Read the latest opinion editorials authored by Rep. Walberg.   Latest Videos Videos of Rep. Walberg from the House floor and committees.   Social Media Follow Rep. Walberg on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for more updates.   e-Newsletter Archive Stay up-to-date on Rep. Walberg’s work in D.C. and in Michigan through the e-newsletter. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://stabenow.senate.gov?p=press_release&id=1544 New, State-of-the-art Veterans Facility Opens in West Michigan 2014-11-20 2014 2014-11 Democrat House MI Debbie Stabenow S000770 stabenow.senate.gov     legacy New, State-of-the-art Veterans Facility Opens in West Michigan Thursday, November 20, 2014 Veterans now have a new, state-of-the-art facility in West Michigan. U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow recently participated in the grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony for the Wyoming Health Care Center. The new 97,000 square-foot VA health care center replaced the smaller Grand Rapids VA Community-Based Outpatient Clinic in order to meet the growing needs of West Michigan veterans. Senator Stabenow was a key figure in pushing for the completion of this new facility. Next Article 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://stabenow.senate.gov?p=press_release&id=1545 Chairwoman Stabenow Announces Initiative to Expand Quality Health Care in Saginaw, Shiawassee Counties 2014-11-20 2014 2014-11 Democrat House MI Debbie Stabenow S000770 stabenow.senate.gov     legacy Chairwoman Stabenow Announces Initiative to Expand Quality Health Care in Saginaw, Shiawassee Counties Thursday, November 20, 2014 U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow, Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, today announced support for Memorial Hospital in Owosso to help connect people in rural areas with quality health care. The $110,000 grant will be used to provide telemedicine between the hospital and five primary and specialty care office sites in Saginaw and Shiawassee Counties. The funding, which comes through the USDA's Distance Learning and Telemedicine Grant program, was authorized by Sen. Stabenow's 2014 Farm Bill. "Families in Saginaw and Shiawassee Counties deserve access to quality health care services," said Stabenow. "With telehealth, patients are able to get important checkups and medical care even though the doctor is hundreds of miles away, thanks to state-of-the-art equipment and technology. Today's announcement will help make sure patients have access to specialists no matter what their zip code is." The funding will help medical professionals at Memorial Hospital serve patients at five rural clinic sites by enabling the hospital and clinics to share digital radiology images and records. Today's funding comes as part of a larger USDA announcement, which allocated $10 million in grants to improve access to health care and treat chronic illnesses like diabetes, heart disease, and high blood pressure, conditions that are higher in rural areas. Senator Stabenow is Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, which has jurisdiction over the USDA and its Distance Learning and Telemedicine Grant program.   Next Article 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://stabenow.senate.gov?p=press_release&id=1546 Chairwoman Stabenow Announces Initiative to Expand Quality Health Care in Northern Michigan and the UP 2014-11-20 2014 2014-11 Democrat House MI Debbie Stabenow S000770 stabenow.senate.gov     legacy Chairwoman Stabenow Announces Initiative to Expand Quality Health Care in Northern Michigan and the UP Thursday, November 20, 2014 U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow, Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, today announced support for the Munson Medical Center to help connect people in rural areas with quality health care. The $217,629 grant will benefit 27 counties in Northern Michigan and the Upper Peninsula. The funding, which comes through the USDA's Distance Learning and Telemedicine Grant program, was authorized by Sen. Stabenow's 2014 Farm Bill. "Families in Northern Michigan and the UP deserve access to quality health care services," said Stabenow. "With telehealth, patients are able to get important checkups and medical care even though the doctor is hundreds of miles away, thanks to state-of-the-art equipment and technology. Today's announcement will help make sure patients have access to specialists no matter what their zip code is." Munson Medical Center's Hematology, Education, and Access: Linking to Specialists (HEALS) telemedicine application will help connect patients in remote areas to specialty care teleconsultants, care coordination, and patient education through videoconferencing. The project will also provide education for clinicians and medical students throughout the region. Today's funding comes as part of a larger USDA announcement, which allocated $10 million in grants to improve access to health care and treat chronic illnesses like diabetes, heart disease, and high blood pressure, conditions that are higher in rural areas. Senator Stabenow is Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, which has jurisdiction over the USDA and its Distance Learning and Telemedicine Grant program.   Next Article 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://stabenow.senate.gov?p=press_release&id=1547 Chairwoman Stabenow Announces Initiative to Expand Quality Health Care, Train New Doctors in Michigan 2014-11-20 2014 2014-11 Democrat House MI Debbie Stabenow S000770 stabenow.senate.gov     legacy Chairwoman Stabenow Announces Initiative to Expand Quality Health Care, Train New Doctors in Michigan Thursday, November 20, 2014 U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow, Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, today announced support for the Central Michigan University College of Medicine to help connect people in rural areas with quality health care. The $297,671 grant will help train doctors in rural clinics and hospitals across the state. The funding, which comes through the USDA's Distance Learning and Telemedicine Grant program, was authorized by Sen. Stabenow's 2014 Farm Bill. "Families in Michigan deserve access to quality health care services," said Stabenow. "It's critical that doctors are available to serve our rural communities now and in the future, and today's announcement will help make sure patients have access to highly-trained specialists no matter what their zip code is." Central Michigan University's College of Medicine will use the funding to train 104 medical students in rural clinics and hospitals. The goal of the project is to encourage students to work in rural communities in order to increase the number of health care providers available in these areas. Today's funding comes as part of a larger USDA announcement, which allocated $10 million in grants to improve access to health care and treat chronic illnesses like diabetes, heart disease, and high blood pressure, conditions that are higher in rural areas. Senator Stabenow is Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, which has jurisdiction over the USDA and its Distance Learning and Telemedicine Grant program.   Next Article 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://stabenow.senate.gov?p=press_release&id=1548 Stabenow Statement on Immigration Reform 2014-11-20 2014 2014-11 Democrat House MI Debbie Stabenow S000770 stabenow.senate.gov     legacy Stabenow Statement on Immigration Reform Thursday, November 20, 2014 U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow today issued the following statement regarding President Obama's executive action on immigration policy: "Our nation's broken immigration system hurts families, workers, businesses, and our farmers each and every day. We cannot afford to wait another 511 days to begin addressing this urgent problem, which is why the refusal of House Republicans to do anything to deal with our immigration issues left the President with no choice but to act using his own clear authority. "It's not too late for Speaker Boehner to allow the House of Representatives to vote on and pass the bipartisan Senate immigration reform plan, and I continue to urge him to do so immediately."   Next Article 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases/walberg-votes-promote-manufacturing-and-create-more-american-jobs Walberg Votes to Promote Manufacturing and Create More American Jobs 2014-11-20 2014 2014-11 Republican House MI Tim Walberg W000798 walberg.house.gov     legacy Washington, D.C.Today, Rep. Walberg voted in favor of H.R. 4795, the Promoting New Manufacturing Act, to encourage investment in American manufacturing. The legislation passed with bipartisan support by a vote of 238 to 172. "If our country is to remain globally competitive in the manufacturing sector with nations like China, Washington must provide clear guidelines to industry instead of the current onslaught of unpredictable, arbitrary regulations. This legislation cuts federal red tape, holds the EPA accountable and lays out a transparent construction permitting process so hardworking Americans can get back to work and help grow a healthy economy." 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.stabenow.senate.gov/news/chairwoman-stabenow-announces-initiative-to-expand-quality-health-care-in-northern-michigan-and-the-up Chairwoman Stabenow Announces Initiative to Expand Quality Health Care in Northern Michigan and the UP 2014-11-20 2014 2014-11 Democrat House MI Debbie Stabenow S000770 www.stabenow.senate.gov     legacy Chairwoman Stabenow Announces Initiative to Expand Quality Health Care in Northern Michigan and the UP Thursday, November 20, 2014 U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow, Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, today announced support for the Munson Medical Center to help connect people in rural areas with quality health care. The $217,629 grant will benefit 27 counties in Northern Michigan and the Upper Peninsula. The funding, which comes through the USDA's Distance Learning and Telemedicine Grant program, was authorized by Sen. Stabenow's 2014 Farm Bill. "Families in Northern Michigan and the UP deserve access to quality health care services," said Stabenow. "With telehealth, patients are able to get important checkups and medical care even though the doctor is hundreds of miles away, thanks to state-of-the-art equipment and technology. Today's announcement will help make sure patients have access to specialists no matter what their zip code is." Munson Medical Center's Hematology, Education, and Access: Linking to Specialists (HEALS) telemedicine application will help connect patients in remote areas to specialty care teleconsultants, care coordination, and patient education through videoconferencing. The project will also provide education for clinicians and medical students throughout the region. Today's funding comes as part of a larger USDA announcement, which allocated $10 million in grants to improve access to health care and treat chronic illnesses like diabetes, heart disease, and high blood pressure, conditions that are higher in rural areas. Senator Stabenow is Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, which has jurisdiction over the USDA and its Distance Learning and Telemedicine Grant program. Next Article 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.stabenow.senate.gov/news/chairwoman-stabenow-announces-initiative-to-expand-quality-health-care-in-saginaw-shiawassee-counties Chairwoman Stabenow Announces Initiative to Expand Quality Health Care in Saginaw, Shiawassee Counties 2014-11-20 2014 2014-11 Democrat House MI Debbie Stabenow S000770 www.stabenow.senate.gov     legacy Chairwoman Stabenow Announces Initiative to Expand Quality Health Care in Saginaw, Shiawassee Counties Thursday, November 20, 2014 U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow, Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, today announced support for Memorial Hospital in Owosso to help connect people in rural areas with quality health care. The $110,000 grant will be used to provide telemedicine between the hospital and five primary and specialty care office sites in Saginaw and Shiawassee Counties. The funding, which comes through the USDA's Distance Learning and Telemedicine Grant program, was authorized by Sen. Stabenow's 2014 Farm Bill. "Families in Saginaw and Shiawassee Counties deserve access to quality health care services," said Stabenow. "With telehealth, patients are able to get important checkups and medical care even though the doctor is hundreds of miles away, thanks to state-of-the-art equipment and technology. Today's announcement will help make sure patients have access to specialists no matter what their zip code is." The funding will help medical professionals at Memorial Hospital serve patients at five rural clinic sites by enabling the hospital and clinics to share digital radiology images and records. Today's funding comes as part of a larger USDA announcement, which allocated $10 million in grants to improve access to health care and treat chronic illnesses like diabetes, heart disease, and high blood pressure, conditions that are higher in rural areas. Senator Stabenow is Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, which has jurisdiction over the USDA and its Distance Learning and Telemedicine Grant program. Next Article 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.stabenow.senate.gov/news/chairwoman-stabenow-announces-initiative-to-expand-quality-health-care-train-new-doctors-in-michigan Chairwoman Stabenow Announces Initiative to Expand Quality Health Care, Train New Doctors in Michigan 2014-11-20 2014 2014-11 Democrat House MI Debbie Stabenow S000770 www.stabenow.senate.gov     legacy Chairwoman Stabenow Announces Initiative to Expand Quality Health Care, Train New Doctors in Michigan Thursday, November 20, 2014 U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow, Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, today announced support for the Central Michigan University College of Medicine to help connect people in rural areas with quality health care. The $297,671 grant will help train doctors in rural clinics and hospitals across the state. The funding, which comes through the USDA's Distance Learning and Telemedicine Grant program, was authorized by Sen. Stabenow's 2014 Farm Bill. "Families in Michigan deserve access to quality health care services," said Stabenow. "It's critical that doctors are available to serve our rural communities now and in the future, and today's announcement will help make sure patients have access to highly-trained specialists no matter what their zip code is." Central Michigan University's College of Medicine will use the funding to train 104 medical students in rural clinics and hospitals. The goal of the project is to encourage students to work in rural communities in order to increase the number of health care providers available in these areas. Today's funding comes as part of a larger USDA announcement, which allocated $10 million in grants to improve access to health care and treat chronic illnesses like diabetes, heart disease, and high blood pressure, conditions that are higher in rural areas. Senator Stabenow is Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, which has jurisdiction over the USDA and its Distance Learning and Telemedicine Grant program. Next Article 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.stabenow.senate.gov/news/new-state-of-the-art-veterans-facility-opens-in-west-michigan New, State-of-the-art Veterans Facility Opens in West Michigan 2014-11-20 2014 2014-11 Democrat House MI Debbie Stabenow S000770 www.stabenow.senate.gov     legacy New, State-of-the-art Veterans Facility Opens in West Michigan Thursday, November 20, 2014 Veterans now have a new, state-of-the-art facility in West Michigan. U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow recently participated in the grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony for the Wyoming Health Care Center. The new 97,000 square-foot VA health care center replaced the smaller Grand Rapids VA Community-Based Outpatient Clinic in order to meet the growing needs of West Michigan veterans. Senator Stabenow was a key figure in pushing for the completion of this new facility. Next Article 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.stabenow.senate.gov/news/stabenow-statement-on-immigration-reform Stabenow Statement on Immigration Reform 2014-11-20 2014 2014-11 Democrat House MI Debbie Stabenow S000770 www.stabenow.senate.gov     legacy Stabenow Statement on Immigration Reform Thursday, November 20, 2014 U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow today issued the following statement regarding President Obama's executive action on immigration policy: "Our nation's broken immigration system hurts families, workers, businesses, and our farmers each and every day. We cannot afford to wait another 511 days to begin addressing this urgent problem, which is why the refusal of House Republicans to do anything to deal with our immigration issues left the President with no choice but to act using his own clear authority. "It's not too late for Speaker Boehner to allow the House of Representatives to vote on and pass the bipartisan Senate immigration reform plan, and I continue to urge him to do so immediately." Next Article 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://huizenga.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398108 Huizenga Celebrates National Adoption Day, Praises West Michigan Families 2014-11-19 2014 2014-11 Republican House MI Bill Huizenga H001058 huizenga.house.gov     legacy Huizenga Celebrates National Adoption Day, Praises West Michigan Families f t # e Washington, November 19, 2014 To mark National Adoption Day, Congressman Huizenga discussed how West Michigan families have led by example and opened their hearts as well as their homes to children from across the country so they can have a new start and a new family. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://upton.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398380 House approves Uptons bipartisan satellite TV bill 2014-11-19 2014 2014-11 Republican House MI Fred Upton U000031 upton.house.gov     legacy The U.S. House of Representatives today approved bipartisan legislation introduced by House Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman Fred Upton, R-St. Joseph, to ensure 1.5 million American satellite television viewers continue to receive broadcast programming. H.R. 5782, the STELA Reauthorization Act of 2014, extends for five years the Satellite Television Extension and Localism Act (STELA), which expires at the end of the year. The bill also includes a number of targeted reforms to better meet the needs of today’s video marketplace. “The STELA Reauthorization Act is an important piece of legislation that ensures that millions of satellite TV subscribers continue to receive broadcast TV programming from their chosen satellite provider,” said Upton in his remarks on the House floor. “In addition to reauthorizing the distant signals offered by satellite providers, we were able to include targeted reforms that will in fact enhance the video marketplace and allow consumers to access the programming that they want, when they want it. These reforms are prime examples of the kinds of deregulatory changes we are looking at as we work to replace the 80-year-old Communications Act.” The House approved Upton’s H.R. 5782 by voice vote. The extension must now be approved by the U.S. Senate and signed by the President before December 31, 2014. Upton’s full remarks as delivered on the House floor follow: Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I’m pleased to offer yet another outstanding example of bipartisanship and thoughtful policymaking from the Energy and Commerce Committee. The STELA Reauthorization Act is an important piece of legislation that ensures that millions of satellite TV subscribers continue to receive broadcast TV programming from their chosen satellite provider. We have reached across party lines and across the two houses of Congress to craft a compromise bill for this must-pass legislation that will improve the video marketplace for TV viewers across the country.  In addition to reauthorizing the distant signals offered by… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://huizenga.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398106 Advisory: Veterans Workshop At The VFW In Muskegon This Saturday 2014-11-18 2014 2014-11 Republican House MI Bill Huizenga H001058 huizenga.house.gov     legacy Advisory: Veterans Workshop At The VFW In Muskegon This Saturday f t # e Washington, November 18, 2014 This Saturday, the VFW in Muskegon will be hosting a Medals and Records Workshop for West Michigan veterans.  Staff from Congressman Huizenga’s Office will be on hand to assist veterans, as well as family members, navigate and fill out the forms necessary to obtain service medals, receive copies of the veteran’s military service records, and answer any questions that may arise.  The workshop will start at 10 AM and run until 2 PM at VFW Post 446, which is located at 165 S. Getty Street in Muskegon.    What: Veterans Medals & Records Workshop  Where: VFW Post 446 - 165 S. Getty Street in Muskegon.  When: Saturday, November 22nd from 10 AM – 2 PM  Who: West Michigan Veterans / Congressional Staff 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://upton.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398378 Upton honored with Crime Fighter Award by anti-crime group 2014-11-18 2014 2014-11 Republican House MI Fred Upton U000031 upton.house.gov     legacy One of the most effective ways to reduce crime rates and save taxpayer dollars is through evidence-based investments in crime prevention, says Fight Crime: Invest in Kids, a national anti-crime organization made up of law enforcement leaders and violence survivors. By investing early in at-risk youth, the costly, generational cycle of violence, abuse, and neglect can be stopped. Fight Crime: Invest in Kids today honored U.S. Rep. Fred Upton, R-St. Joseph, with its “Crime Fighter Award” for his efforts on behalf of at-risk children and families. The award recognizes Upton’s support of the Maternal, Infant, and Early Childhood Home Visiting (MIECHV) program, which provides funding for states to support voluntary home visiting programs that are proven to improve child health, prevent abuse and neglect, encourage positive parenting, and promote school readiness. As Chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, Upton helped ensure a continuation of federal funding for MIECHV, which was set to expire at the end of Fiscal Year 2014. “We know that the early investments made in a child’s life can pay off tremendous dividends down the road, whether that means graduating from high school, landing a permanent job, or staying out of jail,” said Upton. “Like in so many things, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. By investing in our most vulnerable, we can help give these kids a real shot at becoming productive members of society. It is not only a better use of taxpayer dollars, it is a moral investment in our nation’s future.” The “Crime Fighter Award” was presented to Upton by Fight Crime: Invest in Kids member and Berrien County Sheriff L. Paul Bailey. “My number one job as sheriff is to protect public safety by enforcing the law. But after four decades in law enforcement, I know we all are better off if we can prevent crime in the first place,” said Sheriff Bailey. “That is why I came to Washington, DC, today on behalf of the nearly 5,000 law enforcement executives that make up Fight Crime: Invest in Kid… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://stabenow.senate.gov?p=press_release&id=1539 Stabenow Co-Leads Group of 11 Women Senators Urging the Administration to Make Combating Heart Disease a Priority 2014-11-18 2014 2014-11 Democrat House MI Debbie Stabenow S000770 stabenow.senate.gov     legacy Stabenow Co-Leads Group of 11 Women Senators Urging the Administration to Make Combating Heart Disease a Priority Tuesday, November 18, 2014 U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow, along with 11 other women Senators, urged the Administration to prioritize combating heart disease, which is the number one killer of women in Michigan. In a series of letters to Health and Human Services Secretary Sylvia Burwell, NIH Director Francis Collins, and CDC Director Tom Frieden, the bipartisan group of women Senators explained that women's heart disease continues to be under-researched, frequently misdiagnosed, and often left untreated. This is in part because heart distress is more difficult to diagnose in women than men. "Unfortunately, a majority of women and even some doctors are unfamiliar with the symptoms, diagnoses, and dangers of heart disease in women," said Stabenow. "When we help educate women and their doctors, create more opportunities for women to get screenings, and get more money for research, we can fight this disease and save lives." Sen. Stabenow has long advocated for better research, funding, and education around women's heart disease. In 2012, Sen. Stabenow helped pass a provision based on her bipartisan bill, the HEART (Heart Disease Education, Research and Analysis, and Treatment) for Women Act, which was signed into law by President Obama in 2012. Earlier this year, Sen. Stabenow led a group of 14 women Senators asking the Food and Drug Administration to take concrete actions to increase the number of women and minorities in clinical trials, which will help make treatments more effective and save lives. One out of three women die of heart disease, and Michigan is the 8th worst state in the country for deaths from this preventable and treatable disease.   Next Article 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.stabenow.senate.gov/news/stabenow-co-leads-group-of-11-women-senators-urging-the-administration-to-make-combating-heart-disease-a-priority Stabenow Co-Leads Group of 11 Women Senators Urging the Administration to Make Combating Heart Disease a Priority 2014-11-18 2014 2014-11 Democrat House MI Debbie Stabenow S000770 www.stabenow.senate.gov     legacy Stabenow Co-Leads Group of 11 Women Senators Urging the Administration to Make Combating Heart Disease a Priority Tuesday, November 18, 2014 U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow, along with 11 other women Senators, urged the Administration to prioritize combating heart disease, which is the number one killer of women in Michigan. In a series of letters to Health and Human Services Secretary Sylvia Burwell, NIH Director Francis Collins, and CDC Director Tom Frieden, the bipartisan group of women Senators explained that women's heart disease continues to be under-researched, frequently misdiagnosed, and often left untreated. This is in part because heart distress is more difficult to diagnose in women than men. "Unfortunately, a majority of women and even some doctors are unfamiliar with the symptoms, diagnoses, and dangers of heart disease in women," said Stabenow. "When we help educate women and their doctors, create more opportunities for women to get screenings, and get more money for research, we can fight this disease and save lives." Sen. Stabenow has long advocated for better research, funding, and education around women's heart disease. In 2012, Sen. Stabenow helped pass a provision based on her bipartisan bill, the HEART (Heart Disease Education, Research and Analysis, and Treatment) for Women Act, which was signed into law by President Obama in 2012. Earlier this year, Sen. Stabenow led a group of 14 women Senators asking the Food and Drug Administration to take concrete actions to increase the number of women and minorities in clinical trials, which will help make treatments more effective and save lives. One out of three women die of heart disease, and Michigan is the 8th worst state in the country for deaths from this preventable and treatable disease. Next Article 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://huizenga.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398105 Michigan Health Care Costs Set To Skyrocket In 2015, Detroit & Lansing Regions To Be Hit With Double Digit Increases 2014-11-17 2014 2014-11 Republican House MI Bill Huizenga H001058 huizenga.house.gov     legacy On Friday, the Obama Administration released its health care cost projections for 2015 and the news isn't good for Michigan families.  Despite numerous promises of lower costs from the Administration and its supporters on Capitol Hill, the majority of Michiganders will be hit with significant cost increases in the year ahead.  Making matters worse, residents in the most populous areas of the state, including Detroit and Lansing, are facing double digit increases.   “Throughout the debate on reforming our nation’s health care system, I have continually expressed my reservations about ObamaCare and its ability to provide better access to care at lower costs,” said Congressman Bill Huizenga.  “This latest report again demonstrates that ObamaCare is not and will not be the answer to controlling costs.  Moving forward, we need the President to be a constructive voice in the discussion surrounding patient-centered solutions that empower consumers, drive down costs, and improve care.”  It’s also worth noting that about this time last year, 225,000 Michigan residents found out their insurance was going to be cancelled because of ObamaCare. This year, Michiganders are now finding out they have the opportunity to keep their insurance, it’s just going to cost them.   Below are examples of the looming increases in counties across Michigan under the “Affordable” Care Act. 2nd District  Allegan +2.5% Kent +9.3% Lake +7.4% Mason +7.4% Muskegon +9.3% Newaygo +7.4% Oceana +9.3% Ottawa +8.7% Statewide  Alpena +10.7% Branch +12.3% Clinton +10.5% Eaton +10.5% Genesee +8.5% Ingham +10.5% Jackson + 12.9% Livingston +9.5% Kalamazoo +9.7% Macomb +15.3% Oakland +15.3% St Cl… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://upton.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398377 Thank our veterans and troops this season with Holiday Mail for Heroes 2014-11-17 2014 2014-11 Republican House MI Fred Upton U000031 upton.house.gov     legacy Help share the spirit of the season with our veterans, members of the military, and their families! share: f t Southwest Michigan is invited to share the spirit of the season with our veterans, members of the military, and their families by participating in the Red Cross Holiday Mail for Heroes program. Now in its eighth consecutive year, the program allows Americans to express their warm greetings of thanks and holiday cheer with members of our Armed Forces. Representative Fred Upton, R-St. Joseph, is encouraging area residents, schools, and community organizations to get involved in the nationwide program by sending personalized greeting cards of appreciation. “A holiday greeting card is a simple but meaningful way to let our brave service members, veterans, and their families know how much we care,” said Upton. “The holidays are an especially important time to let these men and women know that we are grateful for their service and appreciate the daily sacrifices that they and their loved ones make for all of us.” Beginning this year, the Holiday Mail for Heroes program takes on a different look as individual Red Cross chapters take complete control of the program, meaning there will no longer be a national P.O. Box to which cards are sent. Local Red Cross offices are collecting, sorting, and distributing the holiday greeting cards. Upton invites constituents to drop off their Holiday Mail for Heroes greeting cards at either of his constituent service offices, in Kalamazoo or St. Joseph/Benton Harbor. Upton’s offices will be accepting cards until Wednesday, December 3. Kalamazoo District Office 157 South Kalamazoo Mall, Suite 180 Kalamazoo, MI 49007 269-385-0039 St Joseph/Benton Harbor District Office 720 Main Street St. Joseph, MI 49085 269-982-1986 The American Red Cross has kindly asked senders to keep in mind a few guidelines: DO: * Include a heartfelt message and signature * Use generic salutations such as “Dear Service Membe… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://stabenow.senate.gov?p=press_release&id=1537 Stabenow, Benishek, Peters Introduce Bill to Stop $100 Million Increase in Electric Bills for Upper Peninsula Families, Small Businesses 2014-11-17 2014 2014-11 Democrat House MI Debbie Stabenow S000770 stabenow.senate.gov     legacy Stabenow, Benishek, Peters Introduce Bill to Stop $100 Million Increase in Electric Bills for Upper Peninsula Families, Small Businesses Monday, November 17, 2014 U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow, Congressman Dan Benishek (MI-1), and Congressman Gary Peters (MI-14) today introduced legislation that would require additional oversight by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), allowing the agency to stop a pending $100 million annual electric rate increase for families and businesses in the Upper Peninsula. This legislation follows a recent regulatory decision made by the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) that would force consumers in the Upper Peninsula to pay for 99 percent of the Presque Isle Power Plant's operating costs. This decision by NERC upended an earlier FERC finding that UP customers should be responsible for 14 percent of the power plant's operating costs. FERC shares oversight responsibilities and has a mandate to consider utility cost allocation issues. The POWER Act would require FERC to review, analyze, and disapprove any NERC decision that resulted in unjust and unreasonable rate increases on families and businesses. This new authority would provide FERC a direct path to overturn unfair cost shifts resulting from NERC actions. "Seniors, small businesses, and families in the UP should not be forced to pay for unjust and unreasonable rate increases, while the benefits of this plant continue to be shared with communities in other states," said Stabenow. "This bill will help keep utility costs from increasing for Michigan families and seniors and keep the doors of small businesses open by creating a new pathway to make sure everyone is paying their fair share. I don't expect my neighbor to pay my electric bill each month. No one should be forced to pay for unjust utility costs." "Residents of the Upper Peninsula-from families to seniors to schools and small businesses-can't be expected to shoulder the burden of unfair rate increases," said Rep. Beni… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://stabenow.senate.gov?p=press_release&id=1538 Stabenow Applauds Senate Passage of Bipartisan Child Care Legislation 2014-11-17 2014 2014-11 Democrat House MI Debbie Stabenow S000770 stabenow.senate.gov     legacy Stabenow Applauds Senate Passage of Bipartisan Child Care Legislation Monday, November 17, 2014 U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow today voted with a bipartisan group of 88 Senators to pass a bill that will strengthen health and safety protections and improve the quality of care for child care assistance programs that are available to families. This bill will also require additional training and education for caretakers participating in these programs. Sen. Stabenow has been a long-time supporter of the Child Care and Development Block Grant program and called upon lawmakers to support the program earlier this year. "Today's vote is great news for families across the country," said Stabenow. "Families who are trying to juggle jobs and child care need to know their children are getting safe, healthy, and nurturing child care. By strengthening safety standards and training for child care workers, we are making sure children are getting the best possible start in life."   Next Article 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.stabenow.senate.gov/news/stabenow-applauds-senate-passage-of-bipartisan-child-care-legislation Stabenow Applauds Senate Passage of Bipartisan Child Care Legislation 2014-11-17 2014 2014-11 Democrat House MI Debbie Stabenow S000770 www.stabenow.senate.gov     legacy Stabenow Applauds Senate Passage of Bipartisan Child Care Legislation Monday, November 17, 2014 U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow today voted with a bipartisan group of 88 Senators to pass a bill that will strengthen health and safety protections and improve the quality of care for child care assistance programs that are available to families. This bill will also require additional training and education for caretakers participating in these programs. Sen. Stabenow has been a long-time supporter of the Child Care and Development Block Grant program and called upon lawmakers to support the program earlier this year. "Today's vote is great news for families across the country," said Stabenow. "Families who are trying to juggle jobs and child care need to know their children are getting safe, healthy, and nurturing child care. By strengthening safety standards and training for child care workers, we are making sure children are getting the best possible start in life." Next Article 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.stabenow.senate.gov/news/stabenow-benishek-peters-introduce-bill-to-stop-100-million-increase-in-electric-bills-for-upper-peninsula-families-small-businesses Stabenow, Benishek, Peters Introduce Bill to Stop $100 Million Increase in Electric Bills for Upper Peninsula Families, Small Businesses 2014-11-17 2014 2014-11 Democrat House MI Debbie Stabenow S000770 www.stabenow.senate.gov     legacy Stabenow, Benishek, Peters Introduce Bill to Stop $100 Million Increase in Electric Bills for Upper Peninsula Families, Small Businesses Monday, November 17, 2014 U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow, Congressman Dan Benishek (MI-1), and Congressman Gary Peters (MI-14) today introduced legislation that would require additional oversight by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), allowing the agency to stop a pending $100 million annual electric rate increase for families and businesses in the Upper Peninsula. This legislation follows a recent regulatory decision made by the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) that would force consumers in the Upper Peninsula to pay for 99 percent of the Presque Isle Power Plant's operating costs. This decision by NERC upended an earlier FERC finding that UP customers should be responsible for 14 percent of the power plant's operating costs. FERC shares oversight responsibilities and has a mandate to consider utility cost allocation issues. The POWER Act would require FERC to review, analyze, and disapprove any NERC decision that resulted in unjust and unreasonable rate increases on families and businesses. This new authority would provide FERC a direct path to overturn unfair cost shifts resulting from NERC actions. "Seniors, small businesses, and families in the UP should not be forced to pay for unjust and unreasonable rate increases, while the benefits of this plant continue to be shared with communities in other states," said Stabenow. "This bill will help keep utility costs from increasing for Michigan families and seniors and keep the doors of small businesses open by creating a new pathway to make sure everyone is paying their fair share. I don't expect my neighbor to pay my electric bill each month. No one should be forced to pay for unjust utility costs." "Residents of the Upper Peninsula-from families to seniors to schools and small businesses-can't be expected to shoulder the burden of unfair rate increases," said Rep. Beni… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://upton.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398375 House passes bipartisan legislation to approve job-creating Keystone XL energy project 2014-11-14 2014 2014-11 Republican House MI Fred Upton U000031 upton.house.gov     legacy Today marks the ninth time the House has voted to advance construction of the Keystone XL pipeline, which has been tied up in red tape now for over six years. share: f t The U.S. House of Representatives today approved bipartisan legislation – H.R. 5682 – to approve the application for the Keystone XL pipeline. The landmark energy project is estimated to support tens of thousands of U.S. jobs and provide for the delivery of affordable North American energy supplies. But despite the untold economic benefits and the environmental “green light” from the U.S. Department of State, the project has remained tied up in red tape for more than six years. House Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman Fred Upton, R-St. Joseph, praised today’s bipartisan vote of 252 to 161. A vote on the legislation is expected in the U.S. Senate next week. “President Obama famously proclaimed in January 2013 that he would do ‘whatever it takes’ to create jobs and 2014 was renamed the President's so-called ‘Year of Action.’ But when the chips are down, President Obama is incapable of saying ‘yes’ to a project that would create thousands of American jobs and advance our energy security. But despite the President’s excuses, we haven’t given up on finding a bipartisan solution,” said Upton. “Hopefully, this ninth vote is the charm, and the Senate and President will finally agree that after six years, it’s time to say yes to energy and yes to jobs.” The Keystone XL project has been exhaustively studied with more than 22,000 pages of federal environmental review. It is also expected to be one of the safest pipelines ever built, adhering to the new pipeline safety standards that were advanced by Upton and Rep. John Dingell, D-Mich., and signed into law by the President in January 2012. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://dankildee.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-dan-kildee-elected-colleagues-serve-regional-whip Congressman Dan Kildee Elected by Colleagues to Serve as Regional Whip 2014-11-14 2014 2014-11 Democrat House MI Dan Kildee K000380 dankildee.house.gov     legacy Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-05) today was elected by his Democratic colleagues to serve as Regional Whip for the Midwest Region in the 114th Congress. The new and expanded role for Congressman Kildee will position him to advocate for the Midwest region in Congress as well as assist Democratic leadership in managing legislative business on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives. I am honored that my colleagues elected me to serve as Regional Whip, Congressman Kildee said. The Midwest is truly a reflection of the best of America, and I look forward to making sure our region's interests are represented in Congress. Michigan and the Midwest have a rich manufacturing heritage and continue to play a vital role in manufacturing and trade. It's my hope that in the coming Congress, Democrats and Republicans will work together to promote economic growth and pass Make it in America' legislation to support American companies creating high-wage, high-skill jobs here, not overseas. Congratulations to Rep. Dan Kildee on being elected to serve as a Regional Whip in the 114th Congress, Whip Hoyer said. Rep. Kildee is a strong leader for Michigan and the Midwest, and this election reflects the respect he enjoys from his peers in the region. I look forward to working with him to advance priorities important to families and businesses in the Midwest and throughout our nation, including the Make It In America' plan to support the creation of well-paying jobs and bolster manufacturing here at home. I'm confident he will work to bring both parties together to advance this jobs agenda and help ensure more families can make it in America. In the 113th Congress, Congressman Kildee was appointed an Assistant Whip by House Democratic Whip Steny Hoyer (MD-05). In the current Congress, he also serves as the freshman representative on the Democratic Steering and Policy Committee. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://dankildee.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-dan-kildee-michiganders-sick-and-tired-billions-tax-breaks-oil Congressman Dan Kildee: Michiganders Sick and Tired of Billions in Tax Breaks for Oil Companies at Expense of Working Families 2014-11-14 2014 2014-11 Democrat House MI Dan Kildee K000380 dankildee.house.gov     legacy Latest GOP Bill under Consideration Creates Special Tax Exemption for Canadian Oil Company Seeking to Build Keystone XL Pipeline 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://web.archive.org/web/20141114185518/http://walberg.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398492 Walberg Votes to Move Forward with Keystone XL Pipeline 2014-11-14 2014 2014-11 Republican House MI Tim Walberg W000798 web.archive.org     legacy Walberg Votes to Move Forward with Keystone XL Pipeline f t # e Washington, Nov 14 Washington, D.C. – Today, Rep. Walberg voted for H.R. 5682 to provide immediate authority for the construction of the Keystone XL pipeline, an energy infrastructure project that has been delayed for over six years. H.R. 5682 passed on a strong bipartisan vote of 252-161. “Bipartisan support for the pipeline continues to grow while the Obama Administration and the Senate have blocked every effort over the last six years to pass this important energy infrastructure and boost our economy.  The Senate and President are out of excuses – let’s approve the Keystone pipeline and begin construction on this project that will create jobs and lower energy costs,” said Rep. Walberg following the vote. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://web.archive.org/web/20141115214319/http://dankildee.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-dan-kildee-elected-by-colleagues-to-serve-as-regional-whip Congressman Dan Kildee Elected by Colleagues to Serve as Regional Whip 2014-11-14 2014 2014-11 Democrat House MI Dan Kildee K000380 web.archive.org     legacy Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-05) today was elected by his Democratic colleagues to serve as Regional Whip for the Midwest Region in the 114th Congress. The new and expanded role for Congressman Kildee will position him to advocate for the Midwest region in Congress as well as assist Democratic leadership in managing legislative business on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives. “I am honored that my colleagues elected me to serve as Regional Whip,” Congressman Kildee said. “The Midwest is truly a reflection of the best of America, and I look forward to making sure our region’s interests are represented in Congress. Michigan and the Midwest have a rich manufacturing heritage and continue to play a vital role in manufacturing and trade. It’s my hope that in the coming Congress, Democrats and Republicans will work together to promote economic growth and pass ‘Make it in America’ legislation to support American companies creating high-wage, high-skill jobs here, not overseas.” “Congratulations to Rep. Dan Kildee on being elected to serve as a Regional Whip in the 114th Congress,” Whip Hoyer said. “Rep. Kildee is a strong leader for Michigan and the Midwest, and this election reflects the respect he enjoys from his peers in the region. I look forward to working with him to advance priorities important to families and businesses in the Midwest and throughout our nation, including the ‘Make It In America’ plan to support the creation of well-paying jobs and bolster manufacturing here at home. I’m confident he will work to bring both parties together to advance this jobs agenda and help ensure more families can make it in America.” In the 113th Congress, Congressman Kildee was appointed an Assistant Whip by House Democratic Whip Steny Hoyer (MD-05). In the current Congress, he also serves as the freshman representative on the Democratic Steering and Policy Committee. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://web.archive.org/web/20141115215001/http://dankildee.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-dan-kildee-michiganders-sick-and-tired-of-billions-in-tax Congressman Dan Kildee: Michiganders Sick and Tired of Billions in Tax Breaks for Oil Companies at Expense of Working Families 2014-11-14 2014 2014-11 Democrat House MI Dan Kildee K000380 web.archive.org     legacy Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-05) today expressed strong opposition to a bill being brought to the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives giving a foreign oil corporation a multi-million dollar tax break while at the same time potentially leaving Michiganders on the hook for the costs associated with the spill of foreign tar sands oil in the U.S. The bill under consideration today would exempt TransCanada Corporation, a Canadian oil company attempting to build the Keystone XL pipeline in the U.S., from making an 8 cent per barrel contribution toward the Oil Spill Liability Trust Fund. Currently, conventional crude oil companies are required to contribute 8 cents per barrel to the Trust Fund, but oil sands crude oil, which TransCanada is attempting to distribute, are exempt from such contributions. In 2013, TransCanada reported $1.5 billion in profits. “Under this bill, foreign oil companies collect billions in profits while taxpayers get stuck with the mess in the event of an oil spill,” Congressman Kildee said. “Why should a Canadian corporation get another tax break paid for by American taxpayers? My constituents are sick and tired of special corporate tax breaks for oil companies, not to mention also having to shell out millions of dollars in cleanup costs when things go wrong. Foreign companies like TransCanada should get no special exemptions at my constituents’ expense.” Congressman Kildee expressed great concern with making American taxpayers potentially liable for the cleanup associated with an oil spill, similar to the 2010 Enbridge oil spill in Michigan. “Michiganders know all too well the devastating and long-term negative consequences of oil spills,” Congressman Kildee said. “Four years later, we are still cleaning up over a million gallons of oil sands crude oil in Michigan waterways from the Enbridge oil spill. Oil companies and pipelines like the Keystone XL carrying oil sands need to be held to the same standard as other oil companies and not get special carve outs to boost their profits and less… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://upton.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398373 Upton honors U-M med school dean as leader in public health 2014-11-13 2014 2014-11 Republican House MI Fred Upton U000031 upton.house.gov     legacy "The discoveries being made in the life sciences astound and amaze, opening up opportunities for therapies, treatments, and care never before possible. Thanks to the leadership of individuals like Dr. Woolliscroft, the United States will continue to lead the world in providing the highest level of patient care and medical training." - Rep. Upton share: f t House Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman Fred Upton, R-St. Joseph, today recognized Dr. James O. Woolliscroft as a national leader in the field of public health. Since 2007, Dr. Woolliscroft has served as dean of the University of Michigan Medical School and was recognized this weekend by the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) with its highest honor: the Abraham Flexner Award for Distinguished Service to Medical Education.Dr. Woolliscroft has taken an active interest in Upton’s bipartisan 21st Century Cures initiative, which is focused on accelerating the discovery, development, and delivery of lifesaving treatments for patients in the United States. Dr. Woolliscroft participated in Upton’s first Cures roundtable on May 6, 2014, along with leaders from the National Institutes of Health and the Food and Drug Administration. In October, Dr. Woolliscroft welcomed Upton to campus for a tour of the University of Michigan Health System laboratories to see firsthand the incredible scientific discoveries being made by Michigan researchers today. Learn more about 21st Century Cures here Read Dr. Woolliscroft’s October 31 viewpoint in the Kalamazoo Gazette here The full text of Upton’s remarks in the Congressional Record follow: Mr. Speaker, earlier this year, I joined my Energy and Commerce Committee colleague Diana DeGette of Colorado in launching a bipartisan initiative called 21st Century Cures, which is taking the first-ever comprehensive look at the cures process here in the United States – from discovery to development to delivery. Our goal is to help bring lifesaving treatments, devices,… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases/walberg-votes-move-forward-keystone-xl-pipeline Walberg Votes to Move Forward with Keystone XL Pipeline 2014-11-13 2014 2014-11 Republican House MI Tim Walberg W000798 walberg.house.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. Today, Rep. Walberg voted for H.R. 5682 to provide immediate authority for the construction of the Keystone XL pipeline, an energy infrastructure project that has been delayed for over six years. H.R. 5682 passed on a strong bipartisan vote of 252-161. "Bipartisan support for the pipeline continues to grow while the Obama Administration and the Senate have blocked every effort over the last six years to pass this important energy infrastructure and boost our economy. The Senate and President are out of excuses let's approve the Keystone pipeline and begin construction on this project that will create jobs and lower energy costs," said Rep. Walberg following the vote. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://upton.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398372 Upton: Presidents unfair emissions deal with China endangers Michigans recovery, jobs 2014-11-12 2014 2014-11 Republican House MI Fred Upton U000031 upton.house.gov     legacy House Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman Fred Upton, R-St. Joseph, issued the following statement in response to President Obama’s announcement that he has struck a deal with Chinese President Xi Jinping to reduce carbon emissions. “America’s pain is truly China’s gain. If the President has his way, communities in Michigan and across the country will continue to be at a disadvantage for many years to come. The Chinese are promising to double their emissions while the administration is skirting Congress to impose drastic new regulations inhibiting our own growth and competitiveness. Michigan is at long last on the right track with a resurgence in manufacturing job creation, rising home values, and affordable energy prices. Our families and employers have come too far to turn back the clock on our recovery. Our top priority must be jobs and the economy – plain and simple.” 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://web.archive.org/web/20141112185727/http://walberg.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398491 The Washington Post: VA restructuring plan draws virtually no outside enthusiasm 2014-11-12 2014 2014-11 Republican House MI Tim Walberg W000798 web.archive.org     legacy The Department of Veterans Affairs on Monday unveiled a restructuring plan to regain the public’s trust and ensure smoother operations after the agency’s recent scheduling scandal, but veterans groups and key members of Congress have expressed little enthusiasm for the proposals. The American Legion and the Veterans of Foreign Wars have said nothing about the plans, which is unusual for a major initiative. Meanwhile, Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America expressed cautious optimism, mixed with a dash of criticism. “After years of failure, missed deadlines and disappointment at VA, our veterans will only celebrate when we see results,” IAVA chief executive Paul Rieckhoff said Monday. “We’re all rooting for Secretary McDonald and the VA, but IAVA members won’t be satisfied until the mission is accomplished and we see a measurable difference in local communities nationwide.” Veterans Affairs Secretary Robert McDonald speaks about his efforts to improve services during a news conference at the National Press Club on Nov. 7. (Manuel Balce Ceneta/AP) Senate Veterans Affairs Committee Chairman Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) didn’t address any specifics of the VA plan in a statement about the initiative Monday. Instead, he applauded the department’s recent efforts to hire more health professionals who can help deal with increasing demand. “That’s the senator’s major focus and the subject of his meetings with [VA Secretary Robert McDonald] on VA reform,” said Jeff Frank, a Sanders spokesman. House Veterans Affairs Committee Chairman Jeff Miller (R-Fla.), one of the department’s staunchest critics, suggested in a statement Monday that nothing will appease him like seeing quick firings of employees who were responsible for the scheduling scandal, which involved widespread falsification of appointment data to cover up treatment delays. “New plans, initiatives and organizational structures are all well and good, but they will not produce their intended results until VA rids itself of the employees who have shaken veterans’ trust … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases/walberg-statement-president-s-support-regulating-internet Walberg Statement on Presidents Support for Regulating the Internet 2014-11-11 2014 2014-11 Republican House MI Tim Walberg W000798 walberg.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON, DC Rep. Tim Walberg issued the following statement in response to President Obama's announcement of his support for regulating the Internet as a utility under Title II of the Communications Act: "The President's recently announced support for regulating the Internet as a utility is bad for consumers, entrepreneurs, and the future of our economy. The Internet has served as an engine for economic growth precisely because of its freedom from undue government regulation and interference. The FCC is an independent body and should resist this political pressure from the White House to regulate the internet in a way which will increase online censorship, kill jobs and limit future innovations." 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://web.archive.org/web/20141111190116/http://walberg.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398489 Walberg Statement on Presidents Support for Regulating the Internet 2014-11-11 2014 2014-11 Republican House MI Tim Walberg W000798 web.archive.org     legacy Walberg Statement on President’s Support for Regulating the Internet f t # e Washington, Nov 11 WASHINGTON, DC – Rep. Tim Walberg issued the following statement in response to President Obama’s announcement of his support for regulating the Internet as a utility under Title II of the Communications Act: "The President's recently announced support for regulating the Internet as a utility is bad for consumers, entrepreneurs, and the future of our economy.  The Internet has served as an engine for economic growth precisely because of its freedom from undue government regulation and interference. The FCC is an independent body and should resist this political pressure from the White House to regulate the internet in a way which will increase online censorship, kill jobs and limit future innovations."    f t # e 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://web.archive.org/web/20141111190150/http://walberg.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398490 Jackson Cit Pat: Take time to reflect on the many sacrifices our nation's veterans have made for our country 2014-11-11 2014 2014-11 Republican House MI Tim Walberg W000798 web.archive.org     legacy As we take time this week to pay tribute to our military men and women who have returned home from the battlefield, I hope you will make the day more personal by reflecting on individuals in our community – whether a relative, neighbor or friend – who volunteered to put on a uniform and serve in defense of our great nation. I've been personally inspired by the story of Samuel MacDonald Worthington, a 1934 graduate of Jackson High School who left his position as a draftsman and tool designer to enlist in the Navy.  Although older than most in training, he was determined to excel as a pilot, and served in World War II as a flight instructor and a patrol plane commander. When his overseas tour ended, Lt. (jg) Worthington re-enlisted to ensure that all of his crew members returned home safely.  During his second deployment, Worthington's plane came upon the wreckage of the U.S.S. Indianapolis (CA-35), in the Pacific Ocean – one of the worst at sea naval disasters in history. Just after midnight on July 30, 1945, the U.S.S. Indianapolis with almost 1,200 crew members on board, was hit by two torpedoes from a Japanese submarine. The ship was split into three parts, and it sank within 12 minutes. Three-quarters of the crew died in the attack, making it the largest loss of life at sea in the Navy's history. While on patrol from Saipan to Jinamoc, Worthington and his crew noticed a flash and a large oil slick. They saw the survivors of the tragedy, with sharks around the perimeter, and the crew began dropping all survival gear – including their own life jackets and rafts - but their request for permission to land and pick up survivors was denied. Worthington's daughter Dee-Dee says, "My precious father has passed to his heavenly home, but I still have contact with the radioman. My mother and I were honored to represent my father at the opening of an exhibit at the National Military History Center in Auburn, Indiana. The exhibit included a U.S.S. Indianapolis display with a picture of my dad/crew and an informative write-u… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://stabenow.senate.gov?p=press_release&id=1536 Stabenow Statement on Announcement to Award John Dingell With Nations Highest Civilian Honor 2014-11-10 2014 2014-11 Democrat House MI Debbie Stabenow S000770 stabenow.senate.gov     legacy Stabenow Statement on Announcement to Award John Dingell With Nation’s Highest Civilian Honor Monday, November 10, 2014 U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow issued the following statement congratulating Congressman John D. Dingell on being awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by President Obama: "This prestigious honor is a fitting tribute to John Dingell's lifetime of public service standing up for Michigan families. Known as America's watchdog, his accomplishments have impacted so many of our country's landmark laws including the Civil Rights Act, Endangered Species Act, Clean Air Act and health care reform. His service will have a positive impact on Americans for generations to come."   Next Article 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.stabenow.senate.gov/news/stabenow-statement-on-announcement-to-award-john-dingell-with-nation-and-146s-highest-civilian-honor Stabenow Statement on Announcement to Award John Dingell With Nations Highest Civilian Honor 2014-11-10 2014 2014-11 Democrat House MI Debbie Stabenow S000770 www.stabenow.senate.gov     legacy Stabenow Statement on Announcement to Award John Dingell With Nations Highest Civilian Honor Monday, November 10, 2014 U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow issued the following statement congratulating Congressman John D. Dingell on being awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by President Obama: "This prestigious honor is a fitting tribute to John Dingell's lifetime of public service standing up for Michigan families. Known as America's watchdog, his accomplishments have impacted so many of our country's landmark laws including the Civil Rights Act, Endangered Species Act, Clean Air Act and health care reform. His service will have a positive impact on Americans for generations to come." Next Article 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://upton.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398370 Upton responds to latest air bag recall reports 2014-11-07 2014 2014-11 Republican House MI Fred Upton U000031 upton.house.gov     legacy House Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman Fred Upton, R-St. Joseph, today responded to new reports regarding the recalls of vehicles equipped with faulty Takata air bag inflators. The New York Times today reported that Takata may have been aware of the dangerous defect as early as 2004 but failed to alert safety regulators. Upton’s committee began a review of the Takata air bag issue even before these latest revelations, and has already received bipartisan staff briefings from NHTSA and manufacturers on the status of the air bag recalls; the panel’s oversight of the issue is ongoing.“Our first and most urgent priority is ensuring that drivers and their families are safe on the road. As the recalls continue and the faulty airbags are replaced, we also need answers about when the danger was discovered and whether it was concealed from regulators, or not adequately understood once the regulators became aware. A consistent focus for the committee has been information sharing – making sure that as soon as a danger is identified, the regulators are notified and a plan is put into place to address it. Auto safety will continue to be a priority for this committee for the rest of this Congress and well into next year,” said Upton. The Energy and Commerce Committee has been actively engaged on auto safety issues this year. Upton’s committee conducted an extensive investigation into the General Motors ignition switch recall, and recently released a report detailing NHTSA’s failures in identifying the deadly problem. Following this report, Upton and other committee leaders have requested a Government Accountability Office review of NHTSA’s structure and effectiveness, including the agency’s information sharing capabilities. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://upton.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398371 THE RIPON ADVANCE: Upton outlines priorities for 114th Congress 2014-11-06 2014 2014-11 Republican House MI Fred Upton U000031 upton.house.gov     legacy By Aaron MartinRep. Fred Upton (R-Mich.) recently outlined the House Energy and Commerce Committee’s priorities for the 114th Congress on Wednesday and reflected on the committee’s bipartisan success in the 113th Congress. “At the Energy and Commerce Committee, we have had a proven record of bipartisan success and that will only continue to grow in the coming years,” Upton, the chairman of the committee, said. “Earlier this year, my Democratic colleague Diana DeGette joined me in launching the 21st Century Cures initiative with the goal of accelerating the pace of new cures and treatments. We have heard from patients, researchers, care givers and innovators for the past several months about the tremendous opportunities we have in the United States to find treatments for the thousands of diseases without them and close the gap between the science of cures and how we regulate them.”  Upton said the committee would continue to advance the 21st Century Cures initiative in hopes of bringing hope to patients across the country.  “This is also our chance to govern on energy and environmental policy,” Upton said. “We achieved great bipartisan success in the House this Congress advancing commonsense solutions that seek to harness the benefits of the American energy boom and empower states. We unveiled a broad new energy vision called the Architecture of Abundance, which includes plans to build a modern new energy infrastructure and increase energy efficiency. We want to build off our past successes and work together to see these policies enacted.”  Upton also noted that the committee’s work to update the nation’s communications laws to meet the demands of the 21st century.  “Over the next several months, we will take what we have learned from our hearings and white papers to update the law to boost job creation and economic growth in the innovation era,” Upton said. “Likewise, we have made progress on key issues to consumers, workers and job creators, exploring issues that range from data protection to privacy to manufac… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://dankildee.house.gov/media/press-releases/statement-congressman-dan-kildee-sixth-circuit-ruling-gay-marriage Statement by Congressman Dan Kildee on Sixth Circuit Ruling on Gay Marriage 2014-11-06 2014 2014-11 Democrat House MI Dan Kildee K000380 dankildee.house.gov     legacy Congressman Dan Kildee issued the following statement after the Sixth Circuit upheld gay marriage bans in Michigan, Ohio Kentucky and Tennessee: While I am disappointed in today's ruling by the Sixth Circuit, I know in the long view of history it will only be a small setback in the ultimate pursuit of equality. As Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. said, the arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends towards justice.' Today's ruling stands contrary to over two dozen recent court rulings in favor of marriage equality. From trial courts to federal appeals courts, judges across our nation have reached the same conclusion: that marriage is a fundamental right that cannot be denied to same-sex couples. Yet Michigan Governor Rick Snyder and Attorney General Bill Schuette continue their ideological crusade against loving Michigan families at taxpayer's expense. With today's ruling, the U.S. Supreme Court should immediately take up the issue of marriage equality, as I am confident that the U.S. Constitution affords every Michigander and American the right to marry whom they choose. Love is love, and equality will ultimately prevail. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://web.archive.org/web/20141109072029/http://dankildee.house.gov:80/media-center/press-releases/statement-by-congressman-dan-kildee-on-sixth-circuit-ruling-on-gay Statement by Congressman Dan Kildee on Sixth Circuit Ruling on Gay Marriage 2014-11-06 2014 2014-11 Democrat House MI Dan Kildee K000380 web.archive.org     legacy Congressman Dan Kildee issued the following statement after the Sixth Circuit upheld gay marriage bans in Michigan, Ohio Kentucky and Tennessee: “While I am disappointed in today’s ruling by the Sixth Circuit, I know in the long view of history it will only be a small setback in the ultimate pursuit of equality. As Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. said, ‘the arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends towards justice.’ “Today’s ruling stands contrary to over two dozen recent court rulings in favor of marriage equality. From trial courts to federal appeals courts, judges across our nation have reached the same conclusion: that marriage is a fundamental right that cannot be denied to same-sex couples. Yet Michigan Governor Rick Snyder and Attorney General Bill Schuette continue their ideological crusade against loving Michigan families at taxpayer’s expense. “With today’s ruling, the U.S. Supreme Court should immediately take up the issue of marriage equality, as I am confident that the U.S. Constitution affords every Michigander and American the right to marry whom they choose. Love is love, and equality will ultimately prevail.” 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://upton.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398368 Upton statement on committee priorities for the 114th Congress 2014-11-05 2014 2014-11 Republican House MI Fred Upton U000031 upton.house.gov     legacy House Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman Fred Upton, R-St. Joseph, issued the following statement regarding the committee’s priorities for the 114th Congress. Upton recently unveiled the #RecordOfSuccess webpage chronicling the committee’s bipartisan achievements in the 113th Congress. “At the Energy and Commerce Committee we have had a proven record of bipartisan success and that will only continue to grow in the coming years. Earlier this year my Democratic colleague Diana DeGette joined me in launching the 21st Century Cures initiative with the goal of accelerating the pace of new cures and treatments. We have heard from patients, researchers, care givers, and innovators for the past several months about the tremendous opportunities we have in the United States to find treatments for the thousands of diseases without them and close the gap between the science of cures and how we regulate them. In the coming weeks we will continue to advance this initiative and work with our colleagues in Congress and the administration to deliver hope to patients and loved ones all across the country.  “This is also our chance to govern on energy and environmental policy. We achieved great bipartisan success in the House this Congress advancing commonsense solutions that seek to harness the benefits of the American energy boom and empower states. We unveiled a broad new energy vision called the Architecture of Abundance, which includes plans to build a modern new energy infrastructure and increase energy efficiency. We want to build off our past successes and work together to see these policies enacted.  “We have also spent the past year gathering input and information to inform our work to bring the nation’s communications laws into the 21st Century. Over the next several months, we will take what we have learned from our hearings and white papers to update the law to boost job creation and economic growth in the innovation era. Likewise, we have made progress on key issues to consumers, workers, and job creators, explori… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://stabenow.senate.gov?p=press_release&id=1535 Chairwoman Stabenow Announces Support for Oscoda to Buy New Police Equipment 2014-11-03 2014 2014-11 Democrat House MI Debbie Stabenow S000770 stabenow.senate.gov     legacy Chairwoman Stabenow Announces Support for Oscoda to Buy New Police Equipment Monday, November 03, 2014 U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow, Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, today announced support for the Oscoda Township Police Department. The funding comes through the USDA's Rural Development Community Facility Grant program, which funds critical infrastructure within rural communities across the country. The $21,000 grant will be used to help the community purchase camera systems for six patrol vehicles. "Our first responders provide invaluable services to communities in Iosco County and throughout Michigan," said Senator Stabenow. "With many rural Michigan communities facing serious budget cuts, this support is especially important. Today's announcement reinforces the partnership between our local communities and rural development, which helps to maintain the quality of life across Michigan." Senator Stabenow is Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, which has jurisdiction over the USDA and its Rural Development program.   Next Article 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.stabenow.senate.gov/news/chairwoman-stabenow-announces-support-for-oscoda-to-buy-new-police-equipment Chairwoman Stabenow Announces Support for Oscoda to Buy New Police Equipment 2014-11-03 2014 2014-11 Democrat House MI Debbie Stabenow S000770 www.stabenow.senate.gov     legacy Chairwoman Stabenow Announces Support for Oscoda to Buy New Police Equipment Monday, November 03, 2014 U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow, Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, today announced support for the Oscoda Township Police Department. The funding comes through the USDA's Rural Development Community Facility Grant program, which funds critical infrastructure within rural communities across the country. The $21,000 grant will be used to help the community purchase camera systems for six patrol vehicles. "Our first responders provide invaluable services to communities in Iosco County and throughout Michigan," said Senator Stabenow. "With many rural Michigan communities facing serious budget cuts, this support is especially important. Today's announcement reinforces the partnership between our local communities and rural development, which helps to maintain the quality of life across Michigan." Senator Stabenow is Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, which has jurisdiction over the USDA and its Rural Development program. Next Article 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://upton.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398367 Reps. Upton, Diaz-Balart join in Kalamazoo to call for bipartisan immigration reform 2014-10-31 2014 2014-10 Republican House MI Fred Upton U000031 upton.house.gov     legacy The current U.S. immigration system is broken and failing millions, said U.S. Representative Fred Upton, R-St. Joseph, who yesterday brought together local leaders for an immigration roundtable discussion at Southwest Michigan First in downtown Kalamazoo. Joining Upton was U.S. Representative Mario Diaz-Balart, R-Fla., who is the cofounder and chair of the Congressional Hispanic Conference in the U.S. House of Representatives. Over the past two years, Upton and Diaz-Balart have been leading a bipartisan effort in the House to get immigration reform legislation enacted. “From the start, Congressman Upton has understood the problems that our immigration system faces, and we have been working together to find an answer that will bolster our economy, respect the rule of law, and protect our nation,” said Rep. Diaz-Balart. “I'm grateful for friends like Congressman Upton who see these problems and have committed themselves to being part of the solution. I look forward to joining him and our House colleagues in the 114th Congress to continue working towards a better tomorrow for our country." The roundtable gave Upton and Diaz-Balart the opportunity to share their ongoing efforts with Southwest Michigan community leaders and to encourage a constructive local dialogue on the issue. Participants included representatives from major area employers, higher education, farmers, and community advocates. “Immigration reform is a critical issue for our country. In Southwest Michigan it really affects three areas: hospitality, university education and agriculture. It's really a matter of national security,” said Ron Kitchens, chief executive officer of local economic development organization Southwest Michigan First. “I'm glad we had the opportunity to speak to Congressman Upton, who is a huge supporter of immigration reform. And I am extremely happy he was able to bring one of the top leaders in the House on this issue, Congressman Diaz-Balart, to talk to Kalamazoo leaders.” Following the roundtable, Upton invited Diaz-Balart t… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://huizenga.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398107 Huizenga: The Restoration of White Lake Is Great News For Muskegon County 2014-10-30 2014 2014-10 Republican House MI Bill Huizenga H001058 huizenga.house.gov     legacy Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) released the following statement after the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced it has officially delisted White Lake from the binational list of toxic hotspots: "Today is a great day for Muskegon County.  Having White Lake removed as an 'area of concern' is a positive development for the communities surrounding White Lake, throughout Michigan, and across the entire Great Lakes region. White Lake's delisting and recovery is very personal to me. I have been involved in the process both as a staff member of former Congressman Peter Hoekstra as well as an elected official since 1997. "The White Lake community has worked diligently to restore their lake to its true potential and provided the rest of the Great Lakes region with a clean up approach to emulate.  Restoration of White Lake will enhance recreational activities, expand economic opportunity, and contribute to building a stronger Whitehall, a stronger Montague, and a stronger Muskegon County." 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://web.archive.org/web/20141029185555/http://walberg.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398486 Thomson Reuters | IRS clarifies its position on civil forfeitures in uncharged structuring cases 2014-10-29 2014 2014-10 Republican House MI Tim Walberg W000798 web.archive.org     legacy Following a slew of recent negative press involving IRS’s use of civil forfeiture laws, IRS’s Chief of Criminal Investigation (CI) has issued a statement stating that the agency would no longer pursue the seizure and forfeiture of funds associated solely with legal source “structuring” cases unless there are exceptional circumstances that warrant such seizures or forfeitures. This article provides background on the banking laws implicated in these cases and on the Justice Department’s asset forfeiture program, the facts of a recent high-profile case that brought this issue into the public eye, and proposed legislation to combat perceived civil forfeiture abuses. Background. Under the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), financial institutions generally must report each deposit, withdrawal, exchange of currency or other payment or transfer which involves a transaction in currency of more than $10,000. Multiple currency transactions must be treated as a single transaction if the financial institution has knowledge that the transactions are by or on behalf of any one person and result in either cash in or cash out totalling more than $10,000 during any one business day. (31 CFR §103.22) A taxpayer may not “structure,” or assist in structuring, his deposits (e.g., by keeping a series of deposits under the $10,000 threshold) in order to avoid BSA requirements. (31 USC 5324(a)(3)) A fine of not more than $250,000, or imprisonment for not more than five years, or both, may be imposed on a person who willfully violates this anti-structuring provision. (31 USC 5322(a)) According to the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) website, the DOJ’s Asset Forfeiture Program “encompasses the seizure and forfeiture of assets that represent the proceeds of, or were used to facilitate federal crimes. The primary mission of the Program is to employ asset forfeiture powers in a manner that enhances public safety and security. This is accomplished by removing the proceeds of crime and other assets relied upon by criminals and their associates to perpetua… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z

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