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https://debbiedingell.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/dingell-time-has-come-reopen-government Dingell: Time has come to reopen the government 2018-12-27 2018 2018-12 Democrat House MI Debbie Dingell D000624 debbiedingell.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON, DC Today, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) released the following comment on the continued government shutdown: As this unnecessary shutdown continues, the President needs to show leadership by reopening the government. Every single Democrat agrees keeping our nation secure is our number one priority. Let's debate in Congress, on the floor and in committee, the best ways to keep our borders secure. Using hundreds of thousands of federal workers including members of the Coast Guard working on the Great Lakes and TSA agents keeping airports safe as pawns are no way to run the government. It's disrespectful to the service and time federal employees devote to our country. Time has come for us reopen the government and leave debate for border security to regular order. Dingell and her office remain open for residents of the Twelfth Congressional District who need assistance with federal agencies, including Social Security, Medicare, veterans' benefits, and others. If you are in need of assistance please call her Dearborn Office at 313-278-2936, her Ypsilanti Office at 734-481-1100, or visit DebbieDingell.House.gov. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://debbiedingell.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/dingell-time-has-come-reopen-government-0 Dingell: Time has come to reopen the government 2018-12-27 2018 2018-12 Democrat House MI Debbie Dingell D000624 debbiedingell.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON, DC Today, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) released the following comment on the continued government shutdown: As this unnecessary shutdown continues, the President needs to show leadership by reopening the government. Every single Democrat agrees keeping our nation secure is our number one priority. Let's debate in Congress, on the floor and in committee, the best ways to keep our borders secure. Using hundreds of thousands of federal workers including members of the Coast Guard working on the Great Lakes and TSA agents keeping airports safe as pawns is no way to run the government. It's disrespectful to the service and time federal employees devote to our country. Time has come for us reopen the government and leave debate for border security to regular order. Dingell and her office remain open for residents of the Twelfth Congressional District who need assistance with federal agencies, including Social Security, Medicare, veterans' benefits, and others. If you are in need of assistance please call her Dearborn Office at 313-278-2936, her Ypsilanti Office at 734-481-1100, or visit DebbieDingell.House.gov. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.stabenow.senate.gov/news/senator-stabenow-nominates-32-michigan-students-to-military-academies Senator Stabenow Nominates 32 Michigan Students to Military Academies 2018-12-27 2018 2018-12 Democrat House MI Debbie Stabenow S000770 www.stabenow.senate.gov     legacy Senator Stabenow Nominates 32 Michigan Students to Military Academies Thursday, December 27, 2018 U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow announced today that she has nominated 32 Michigan students for placement at the United States Military Academy at West Point, NY, the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, MD, the United States Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, CO and the United States Merchant Marine Academy in Kings Point, NY. Michigan is fortunate to have so many exceptional students who 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 am confident 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 highly competitive application process that included interviews by veteran, military and 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): Southeast Michigan: Alfred Biland Chesterfield, West Point Anthony Demitry Novi, Air Force Academy Ava Millman Ann Arbor, Naval Academy Daniel Reimchen Lake Orion, West Point Delace Jia Bloomfield Hills, Naval Academy Erika Rapp Whitmore Lake, West Point Jacob Muscato Pinckney, Air Force Academy Joshua Klein West Bloomfield, West Point Julia Marshall Belleville, Naval Academy Michael Lance Ann Arbor, West Point Michael Yamin Bloomfield Hills, Air Force Academy Rachael Baker Leonard, Air Force Academy Savannah Benson-China Detroit, Air Force Academy West Michigan: Brandon Pham Grand Rapids, Naval Academy Diego Campos Battle Creek, Naval Academy Jack Horton Hastings, West Point Janna Ercole … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://dankildee.house.gov/media/press-releases/president-trump-and-republicans-shut-down-us-government-forcing-hundreds President Trump and Republicans Shut Down U.S. Government Forcing Hundreds of Thousands of Workers to Go Without Pay During the Holidays 2018-12-22 2018 2018-12 Democrat House MI Dan Kildee K000380 dankildee.house.gov     legacy During Trump Shutdown, Constituents Encouraged to Reach Out to Congressman Kildee's Office if they Need Assistance WASHINGTON Early this morning, the U.S. federal government partially shut down following President Trump and his fellow Republican's failure to pass a budget. Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-05) is working to reopen the government and help constituents during the shutdown. Despite controlling the House of Representatives, Senate and the White House, Republicans failed to do their job and pass even a short-term budget to keep the government open. President Donald Trump previously said he would be proud to shut down the government if the spending bill to keep thegovernment operating did not fund a wall on the southern border. Like my constituents, Iam frustrated that Republicans in Congress have failed to do their job and pass a budget. This is no way to run the corner grocery store, let alone the government of the United States.President Trump knows he does not have the votes to fund his border wall.Democrats support border security that makes sense, not an expensive and ineffective wall on the southern border.The American people want the President and Congress to compromise and keep thegovernment open.I am ready to work with Republicans to pass a budget that protects our national security and keeps the government open. Because of the Trump Shutdown, more than 800,000 federal employees will be forced to go without pay over the holidays, including more than 41,000 federal law enforcement agents and homeland security personnel. During the October 2013 government shutdown, each day cost the American people approximately$1.5 billion, which resulted in a total $24 billioncost to the U.S. economy.The Council of Economic Advisers has estimated that the shutdown resulted in 120,000 fewer private sector jobs created during the shutdown. Residents of the Fifth Congressional District are encouraged to contact Congressman Kildee's office if they are in need of assistance, including help with federal agencies, Social … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://debbiedingell.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/dingell-statement-looming-government-shutdown Dingell Statement on Looming Government Shutdown 2018-12-21 2018 2018-12 Democrat House MI Debbie Dingell D000624 debbiedingell.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON, DC Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) released the following statement as the federal government comes closer to a shutdown: A government shutdown is unacceptable. It's a lack of leadership from President Trump and Republican Congressional Leaders. The American people expect their government to work for them and listen. It's the holiday season, we should be showing America our better selves not driving the nation into a pointless shutdown. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.peters.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/peters-paul-jones-lankford-bill-to-streamline-federal-property-review-process-to-be-signed-into-law Peters, Paul, Jones, Lankford Bill to Streamline Federal Property Review Process to be Signed into Law 2018-12-21 2018 2018-12 Democrat House MI Gary Peters P000595 www.peters.senate.gov     legacy 12.21.18 Peters, Paul, Jones, Lankford Bill to Streamline Federal Property Review Process to be Signed into Law WASHINGTON, DC Today the U.S. House passed bipartisan legislation introduced byU.S. Senators Gary Peters (D-MI), Senator Rand Paul (R-KY), Senator Doug Jones (D-AL) and James Lankford (R-OK) to save taxpayer money by streamlining the federal inventory review process. Currently, many federal agencies only declare property as excess during periods of transition, such as office moves or space reductions. This can result in agencies retaining or storing unneeded property that could be utilized by other agencies or in the private sector. All four Senators are members of the Federal Spending Oversight and Emergency Management Subcommittee, and Peters and Paul serve as Ranking Member and Chairman, respectively. The bill now heads to the president's desk to be signed into law. Federal agencies shouldn't be spending taxpayer money storing equipment they don't even need while other agencies purchase new items that could be acquired from other federal offices where it's not needed,said Senator Peters. I am pleased this bipartisan legislation to cut down wasteful government spending and save taxpayers' hard-earned dollars on unnecessary equipment storage and purchases will be signed into law. Our legislation forces the federal government to look inward to see where it can better use the resources it already has instead of simply assuming it can keep taking more and more from the American people forever. I applaud the U.S. House for taking this practical step and passing this important reform,said Senator Paul. This is a great step toward cutting government waste and using our limited resources more efficiently. Taxpayers rightly expect their government to make the best use of their hard-earned tax dollars and we should consistently pursue efforts like this to root out inefficiencies wherever they exist,said Senator Jones. Federal agencies need to determine what is excess property and sell it… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.stabenow.senate.gov/news/stabenow-peters-amash-announce-senate-passage-of-legislation-naming-lake-odessa-post-office-after-michigans-first-female-letter-carrier Stabenow, Peters, Amash Announce Senate Passage of Legislation Naming Lake Odessa Post Office after Michigans First Female Letter Carrier 2018-12-21 2018 2018-12 Democrat House MI Debbie Stabenow S000770 www.stabenow.senate.gov     legacy Stabenow, Peters, Amash Announce Senate Passage of Legislation Naming Lake Odessa Post Office after Michigan's First Female Letter Carrier Friday, December 21, 2018 U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) and Gary Peters (D-MI) as well as U.S. Congressman Justin Amash (MI-03) announced that the Senate has passed H.R. 1850 to designate the U.S. Postal Service facility located at 907 Fourth Avenue in Lake Odessa as the Donna Sauers Besko Post Office Building. Donna Sauers Besko was an Okemos native who became Michigan's first female letter carrier. This legislation, authored by Congressman Justin Amash, passed the House of Representatives earlier this month and Senators Stabenow and Peters led the effort to pass it in the Senate. The bill now heads to the President's desk for signature. We are so grateful for Donna Sauers Besko for her leadership and inspiration in becoming our first female letter carrier in Michigan, said Senator Stabenow. I was glad to partner with Senator Peters and Congressman Amash to pass this bill that honors Donna Sauers Besko. Donna Sauers Besko's commitment to the mission of the United States Postal Service helped brake a barrier and blaze a career path for countless others, said Senator Gary Peters. Renaming the postal facility in Lake Odessa after Donna Sauers Besko will serve as a fitting tribute to her life's work, and I was proud to join with Senator Stabenow and Congressman Amash to pass this legislation. It has been a pleasure to work with Mrs. Donna Sauers Besko's family, as well as local officials and members of the community, to honor this pioneering figure in Lake Odessa's and the Post Office's history, said Representative Amash. With this naming, the Donna Sauers Besko Post Office Building can serve as a reminder to everyone not to let anything stand in the way of pursuing your dreams. Donna Sauers Besko was born in Okemos in 1918. She started her career working as a clerk for the United States Postal Service out of the post office in Lake… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://huizenga.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398781 Huizenga Votes in Support of Historic Bipartisan Criminal Justice Reform, Protecting West Michigan Families and Jobs 2018-12-20 2018 2018-12 Republican House MI Bill Huizenga H001058 huizenga.house.gov     legacy Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) released the following statement after voting in support of the First Step Act, bipartisan legislation to reduce recidivism, reform select sentencing laws, and increase community safety. In West Michigan we believe in second chances and the First Step Act takes important steps to give those who have made mistakes the opportunity to turn their lives around. By using evidence-based recidivism reduction programming for federal prisoners, this bipartisan bill provides federal prisoners the opportunity to earn time credits towards a pre-release custody at a halfway house or home confinement. Additionally, this legislation broadens mandatory sentences for violent offenders while including important safeguards to prevent violent offenders from benefiting from reduced sentences. This will keep violent criminals off our streets while helping more people become productive members of society. When prison reform legislation originally came through the House, I voted against it because I had concerns about Federal Prison Industries/UNICOR's ability to undercut manufacturers here in West Michigan. I then went to work with my colleagues in the Senate to change the legislation to ensure prisoners do not displace law-abiding West Michigan workers. I am happy to report the First Step Act will help individuals reclaim their lives, reduce recidivism, and prevent job losses in West Michigan caused by the federal government utilizing prison labor to compete in the private market. The First Step Act is supported by: The Fraternal Order of Police, the International Association of Chiefs of Police, the National District Attorney's Association, Former Federal Prosecutors, FreedomWorks, Faith & Freedom Coalition, Prison Fellowship, American Conservative Union, American Correctional Association, Americans for Prosperity, Heritage Action, Right on Crime, and the American Enterprise Institute. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://upton.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=399144 Upton Applauds Passage of Criminal Justice Reform 2018-12-20 2018 2018-12 Republican House MI Fred Upton U000031 upton.house.gov     legacy U.S. Rep. Fred Upton, R-St. Joseph, today joined his colleagues in the U.S. House of Representatives in voting to advance the First Step Act by a 358 to 36 vote. This bipartisan legislation was passed by the U.S. Senate earlier this week by an overwhelming 87 to 12 vote and now heads to the president's desk for signature. Upton was a co-sponsor of the underlying legislation. This bipartisan bill marks the first significant improvements to the federal criminal justice system in decades, said Upton. As I've heard from local leaders like Berrien County Sherriff Paul Bailey, this effort will protect public safety while also helping inmates earn a second chance at life. We are taking a very positive step today by cutting recidivism, encouraging job training, education, mental health, and substance abuse treatments for those incarcerated, and making our criminal justice system fairer. An effective criminal justice system is an essential part of a safe community. We must hold those who break the law accountable, but we also must pursue justice in a fair way and work to reduce recidivism, added Berrien County Sheriff Paul Bailey. I want to commend Congressman Upton for his efforts supporting this bipartisan bill. The First Step Act improves the federal prison system by allowing the Bureau of Prisons to better utilize effective recidivism programs to help offenders successfully re-enter society. It also improves fairness in prison sentences by recalibrating certain mandatory-minimum sentences, correcting disparities in drug sentencing, and granting greater discretion to judges in sentencing of low-level, non-violent drug offenders. All while preserving maximum potential sentences for violent and career criminals. The First Step Act has been a priority of the bipartisan Problem Solvers Caucus, of which Upton is a member, and is supported by groups such as the National Fraternal Order of Police and hundreds of former and current federal, state, and local law enforcement officials. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://dankildee.house.gov/media/press-releases/statement-congressman-dan-kildee-potential-government-shutdown Statement by Congressman Dan Kildee on Potential Government Shutdown 2018-12-20 2018 2018-12 Democrat House MI Dan Kildee K000380 dankildee.house.gov     legacy Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-05) released the following statement after President Donald Trump said he will not sign the current Senate-passed budget bill that funds the government: Republicans control the House, the Senate and the White House. If the government shuts down, make no mistakethis will be the Trump shutdown. This is no way to run the corner grocery store, let alone the government of the United States. President Trump knows he does not have the votes to fund his border wall. Democrats support border security that makes sense, not an expensive and ineffective wall on the southern border. The American people want the President and Congress to compromise and get things done, not throw a temper tantrum when we do not get what we want. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://debbiedingell.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/dingell-unveils-2018-holiday-jingle Dingell Unveils 2018 Holiday Jingle 2018-12-20 2018 2018-12 Democrat House MI Debbie Dingell D000624 debbiedingell.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON, DC Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) continued a Dingell holiday tradition, releasing the 2018 edition of the annual Dingell Jingle. Full text of the jingle can be read below. IT'S THE MOST WONDERFUL TIME OF THE YEAR It's the most blunderful time of year With the President yelling And surrogates saying it's fine do not fear it will be different next yearrrr there's nothing to fearrrr It's the most blunderful time of the year It's the mad-maddest season of all With4amtweeting and oval officemeetings And not getting his wallll It's the mad-maddest season of all There'll be tax cuts not working Healthcare for fixing And potholes still covered in snow There'll be scary false stories And tales of the glories of Infrastructure bills of long, long ago It's the most ridiculoustime, of the year There'll be many late-night meetings And covfefe flowing WhenIndividual 1'sshutdown draws near It's the most ridiculous time of the year There's a new Speaker hosting The Blue Wave is growing And some decency back in DC There'll be compromise needed And working together To get the bipartisanship of long, long agooooo It's the most wonderful time of the year There is more that unites us Than which divides us When we hold others dear It's the most blunderful time Yes, the most maddening time But the most wonderful time Of the year 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://debbiedingell.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/house-passes-over-counter-drug-safety-bill House Passes Over-the-Counter Drug Safety Bill 2018-12-20 2018 2018-12 Democrat House MI Debbie Dingell D000624 debbiedingell.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON, DC Today, the House of Representatives passed a bipartisan bill to improve the safety of drugs sold over-the-counter. Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) led the effort with Representatives Bob Latta (DROH), Diana DeGette (D-CO), Brett Guthrie (R-KY), Anna Eshoo (D-CA), and Susan Brooks (R-IN). Sixty percent of all medicines sold in the US are over-the-counter, yet the FDA only has 18 full-time employees overseeing that market. The Over-the-Counter Monograph Safety, Innovation, and Reform Act reforms the outdated over-the-counter monograph system. The legislation modernizes the monograph framework and allows new, safe products to come to market more quickly while addressing safety issues. Also, the legislation boosts the FDA's budget by creating a new user fee program for over-the-counter drugs which will help give FDA the resources they need to oversee the industry and review new, innovative products. American's use over the counter products every day and trust they are safe for use, said Dingell. We need to ensure the FDA has the authority and resources they need to make good on this expectation. Over-the-counter medicines can have very serious health effects on those using them and we need to make sure the agency can act quickly if a safety concern is discovered. This bill is a win-win. Patients and consumers will benefit from the improved safety of their products, and industry will get a reliable pathway to bring new, innovative products to the market such as sunscreen which hasn't seen a new product approved in over a decade. The package of health bills passed by the House also includes provisions by Dingell to strengthen and evaluate emergency preparedness procedures for hospitals and long-term care facilities. Dingell wrote the Worst-Case Scenario Hospital Preparedness Act in the aftermath of the 2017 hurricane season, which caused flooding and power outages at hospitals and medical facilities from Florida to Puerto Rico, resulting in public health emergencies and, in some cases, loss of life… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://mitchell.house.gov/media/press-releases/mitchell-votes-fund-government-build-wall-provide-disaster-relief-funding Mitchell Votes to Fund Government, Build Wall, Provide Disaster Relief Funding 2018-12-20 2018 2018-12 Republican House MI Paul Mitchell M001201 mitchell.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON Congressman Paul Mitchell (MI-10) released the following statement after voting for a continuing resolution that would keep the United States government open until February 8, 2019, provide funding to improve border security including continuing to build a wall, and provide much needed disaster relief funding: For years, my colleagues on both sides of the aisle have agreed that protecting our nation's border is a critical part of national security we cannot be a country without a secure, defined border. I am pleased my colleagues in the House when faced with the opportunity to fund the government, safeguard our borders, and take care of communities devastated by natural disasters, chose to fulfill our core responsibilities. I now call on my colleagues in the Senate to pass the bill to secure our nation, take care of our citizens, and avert a shutdown. To see Congressman Mitchell speak on the House floor, click here. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-farm-bill-win-michigan Moolenaar: "Farm Bill is a Win for Michigan" 2018-12-20 2018 2018-12 Republican House MI John Moolenaar M001194 moolenaar.house.gov     legacy Today, President Donald Trump signed the 2018 Farm Billinto law. Congressman John Moolenaar voted for the legislation when it was in the House last week and made the following statement on today's news: The Farm Bill is now law and it will help Michigan farmers as they grow the food all of us are thankful for and enjoy each day. With more certainty, Michigan farmers will know they have support even if the weather hurts their crops. The Farm Bill will help small towns in Michigan and across the country with grants from the Department of Agriculture that will go toward improving water infrastructure, expanding rural broadband Internet access, and fighting the opioid crisis. The Farm Bill is a win for Michigan and it will help our farmers and communities for years to come. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.stabenow.senate.gov/news/senator-stabenow-president-trump-signs-bipartisan-farm-bill- Senator Stabenow: President Trump Signs Bipartisan Farm Bill 2018-12-20 2018 2018-12 Democrat House MI Debbie Stabenow S000770 www.stabenow.senate.gov     legacy Senator Stabenow: President Trump Signs Bipartisan Farm Bill Thursday, December 20, 2018 Today U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow applauded the enactment of the 2018 Farm Bill after President Trump signed the bill into law. Stabenow co-authored the bill as Ranking Member of the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. The 2018 Farm Bill is now the law of the land, said Senator Stabenow. In Michigan, agriculture is our second largest industry, supporting one in four jobs. This bill will grow our state's diverse agricultural economy and support our farmers, families, and rural communities. The bipartisan bill strongly supports Michigan's farmers and agricultural economy, which is the state's second-largest industry. The bill also has a major impact in protecting Michigan's Great Lakes, investing in our small towns and rural communities, promoting Michigan forestry, supporting local food economies, and providing healthy food for families. A summary of the 2018 Farm Bill is available here. Previous Article 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://dankildee.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-dan-kildee-announces-22-million-federal-grant-protect-flint Congressman Dan Kildee Announces $2.2 Million Federal Grant to Protect Flint Children from Lead Poisoning 2018-12-19 2018 2018-12 Democrat House MI Dan Kildee K000380 dankildee.house.gov     legacy Grant Will Help to Identify and Remove Lead-Based Paint Hazards in Flint Homes FLINTCongressman Dan Kildee (MI-05) today announced that the city of Flint will be receiving a Lead Based Paint Hazard Reduction grant to protect children and families from exposure to lead. The $2,299,437 federal grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) will fund a comprehensive program to identify and remove lead-based paint hazards in homes in Flint. Congressman Kildee has previously urged the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development to award this grant funding to Flint. There is no safe level of lead exposure and we should be doing everything we can to eliminate lead hazards from homes and neighborhoods, said Congressman Kildee. This federal grant will help the city of Flint expand programs to reduce lead and paint hazards in homes, as well as train dozens of Flint residents to be certified in lead remediation. I am proud to work with Mayor Weaver to bring these much-needed resources to Flint. I am excited that the city of Flint will be receiving another grant from HUD to address lead-based paint, allergens and safety issues in homes. This grant was something that my staff, led by the Chief Public Health Advisor, Chief Recovery Officer and Deputy Director of Economic Development, worked diligently to secure. This was important to us on a personal level. We know first-hand the dangers of lead poisoning and if there is anything we can do to prevent our children and families from ever experiencing it again on any level, from any source, we will do it. The grant funding will also be used to train residents and businesses to carry out lead hazard control activities. We are grateful to Secretary Carson and the HUD office of Lead Hazard Control and Health Homes for awarding this grant to the City of Flint, said Mayor Weaver. Lead exposure can seriously harm human health, particularly children under the age of six. Many homes in Flint were built before 1979, the year in which the federal government ban… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://dankildee.house.gov/media/press-releases/statement-congressman-dan-kildee-president-trump-s-lead-action-plan Statement by Congressman Dan Kildee on President Trumps Lead Action Plan 2018-12-19 2018 2018-12 Democrat House MI Dan Kildee K000380 dankildee.house.gov     legacy Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-05) released the following statement after the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released its Lead Action Plan that fails to address important measures to protect families from lead exposure: Despite its name, this new plan lacks any real action to protect children and families from lead exposure. Administrator Wheeler, just like hispredecessorScott Pruitt, appears to be all talk and no action. Buried in today's announcement is the fact that the EPA will delay updating the federal Lead and Copper Rule, which has not been updated in more than 25 years. The Trump Administration also continues to fail to test for lead in drinking water at all federally assisted housing. Outdated laws and weak lead testing guidelines contributed to the water crisis in my hometown of Flint. That is why I've introduced bills to update the Lead and Copper Rule and require testing for lead in drinking water at all federally assisted housing. These bills would result in real action to keep our children safe from lead. ### Congressman Kildee previously introduced the National Opportunity for Lead Exposure Accountability and Deterrence (NO LEAD) Act on November 14, 2016, and again on October 25, 2017, with U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL). This comprehensive legislation would require the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to update the Lead and Copper Rule within nine months. The bill also would improve lead testing procedures by banning techniques that disguise lead levels in water and prioritize testing for facilities with pregnant mothers and children. Additionally, it would provide more information to the public on the safety of their drinking water and lowers the level of lead contamination in drinking water that would trigger when a public water system must act to remove lead from drinking water. Congressman Kildee, working again with U.S. Senators Tammy Duckworth and Todd Young (R-IN), introduced the Get the Lead Out of Assisted Housing Act on September 25, 2018. This bipartisan bill would help p… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://walberg.house.gov/media/in-the-news/adrian-daily-telegram-walberg-addresses-new-civil-air-patrol-cadets Adrian Daily Telegram: Walberg addresses new Civil Air Patrol cadets 2018-12-19 2018 2018-12 Republican House MI Tim Walberg W000798 walberg.house.gov     legacy MADISON TWP. A group of cadets were honored Tuesday in a ceremony that marked their graduation from a basic training course of the Adrian Composite Squadron of the Civil Air Patrol (CAP), receiving a certificate from U.S. Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Tipton. The cadets were given their cadet oath and pinned with their first stripe, the first of 17 that could be achieved by cadets through CAP's cadet program. The new cadets, ranging in age from 12 to 18, were part of a group of 12 recruited last September by squadron commander, Lt. Col. Mark Davalos. Since early October, the students took part in a rigorous 10-week training course to learn the basics of their role as CAP cadets, which included training in leadership, character development, teamwork, cooperation, physical fitness and communication. All the initial things that we do as a cadet program, to make sure they're ready to start the cadet program, Davalos told the attendees, most of whom were parents of these and other cadets. One of the things about Civil Air Patrol that's really, really cool is you will do and see and experience things that you really don't even know how awesome Civil Air Patrol can be yet. You will soon and this is the start of that ... . Davalos said that the course also taught the new cadets the history of CAP, marching, ceremonies, how to salute, wear a uniform and stand straight and stand up when they talk. He then administered the oath, which the students took with their right arms held up, repeating after Davalos. CAP senior members and older cadets then proceeded to pin the new insignia on the cadets' uniforms. An honor cadet received a stripe worn by Davalos when he entered the cadet program in 1978. The award was named the Curry Award, after Major General John F. Curry, who founded the Civil Air Patrol in 1941. Walberg spoke following the pinning ceremony, expressing his appreciation for the dedication to public service the cadets were embarking on. It's not just a youth program, but rather it's a program that inspires young people like… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.stabenow.senate.gov/news/senate-unanimously-approves-bipartisan-stabenow-bill-to-ensure-veterans-in-michigan-receive-full-housing-benefits Senate Unanimously Approves Bipartisan Stabenow Bill to Ensure Veterans in Michigan Receive Full Housing Benefits 2018-12-19 2018 2018-12 Democrat House MI Debbie Stabenow S000770 www.stabenow.senate.gov     legacy Senate Unanimously Approves Bipartisan Stabenow Bill to Ensure Veterans in Michigan Receive Full Housing Benefits Wednesday, December 19, 2018 U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow announced unanimous Senate passage of legislation she cosponsored, the Forever GI Bill Housing Payment Fulfillment Act, to ensure the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) reimburses veterans in Michigan for missed or underpaid housing benefits. In 2017, Congress passed the Forever GI Bill which was designed to reimburse student veterans based on the zip code they live in and not the location of their school. Following passage, the VA issued a number of improper payments and it is believed that hundreds of thousands of veterans have been impacted by the VA's processing delays, including more than 82,000 veterans who were still waiting to receive their housing payment as of November 8. The Forever GI Bill Housing Payment Fulfillment Act addresses the VA's failure to fully comply with reimbursement rates set by requiring the VA to: End improper payments as soon as possible; Establish a team of specialists who will be responsible to report to Congress a detailed plan to correct this egregious error; Provide a report to Congress by July 2020 that identifies how many beneficiaries were impacted and to what extent, aggregated by state; and Certify the department is fully compliant with the law. Our student veterans shouldn't have to reach into their own pockets to pay for a benefit they have earned, said Senator Stabenow. This bill holds the VA accountable for its failures in properly repaying our student veterans. The Forever GI Bill Housing Payment Fulfillment Act was introduced by Senators John Boozman (R-AR) and Brian Schatz (D-HI), and is also cosponsored by Sens. Jon Tester (D-MT), Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), Thom Tillis (R-NC), Jerry Moran (R-KS), Joe Manchin (D-WV), Michael Bennet (D-CO), Mark Warner (D-VA) and Maggie Hassan (D-NH). The legislation will now go to the House. In November, Senator Sta… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://dankildee.house.gov/media/press-releases/statement-congressman-dan-kildee-president-trump-s-regulation-ban-bump-stocks Statement by Congressman Dan Kildee on President Trumps Regulation to Ban Bump Stocks 2018-12-18 2018 2018-12 Democrat House MI Dan Kildee K000380 dankildee.house.gov     legacy Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-05) released the following statement after the Department of Justice issued a regulation banning bump stocks under the National Firearms Act of 1934: Dangerous bump stocks and any device that acts like a machine gun has no place on America's streets. The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives previously concluded that bump stocks cannot be banned with federal regulation, so I am concerned President Trump's regulation will not get the job done. Congress must act. That is why I have joined my Republican and Democratic colleagues to introduce the Closing the Bump Stock Loophole Act that would close this dangerous bump stock loophole to make our communities safer. Republicans in Congress, however, have continued to block this bill. I am ready to work with anyone, including the President, who wants to pass legislation to get bump stocks off of the streets. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=301 Bergman Announces FEMA Grant for Grand Traverse Shelters 2018-12-17 2018 2018-12 Republican House MI Jack Bergman B001301 bergman.house.gov bergman https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx scraper Today, Congressman Jack Bergman announced a $1.1 Million FEMA grant for three tornado safe rooms in Grand Traverse County. This grant will cover 75% of construction costs at Interlochen State Park, Ludington State Park, and Traverse City State Park, and provide shelter for nearly 850 visitors in the case of a severe weather event. These safe rooms will double as bathroom/showers at each location. For more information on FEMA grants, click HERE. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-27T23:11:43Z
https://www.stabenow.senate.gov/news/senator-stabenow-mayor-duggan-agriculture-leaders-highlight-farm-bill-wins-for-michigan Senator Stabenow, Mayor Duggan, Agriculture Leaders Highlight Farm Bill Wins for Michigan 2018-12-17 2018 2018-12 Democrat House MI Debbie Stabenow S000770 www.stabenow.senate.gov     legacy Senator Stabenow, Mayor Duggan, Agriculture Leaders Highlight Farm Bill Wins for Michigan Monday, December 17, 2018 DETROIT U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-MI), Ranking Member of the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan, and Michigan agriculture leaders today highlighted the wins for Michigan in the recently passed 2018 bipartisan Farm Bill at an event at Eastern Market. They were joined by Mike DiBernardo from Eastern Market, Pete and Paul Blake from Blake's Orchard, as well as Jerry Ann Hebron from Oakland Avenue Urban Farm. It was so great to join the Mayor and Michigan agriculture leaders today in Detroit as we highlighted the wins for our state in my bipartisan Farm Bill, said Senator Stabenow. The Farm Bill will grow our state's diverse economy and support our farmers, families, and communities. It's truly a bipartisan victory that has Michigan on every page! "Thanks to Sen. Stabenow's efforts, the 2018 Farm Bill will support Detroit's growing agriculture sector, said Mayor Duggan. Not only does it allow for greater access to fresh produce in cities like Detroit, it will create new opportunity for urban gardeners who want to start or expand their own agriculture business." Recent passage of the 2018 Farm Bill by Congress is very important to Eastern Market's customers and growers, said Dan Carmody, President of the Eastern Market Corporation. Funding of USDA programs that support farmers and build stronger rural communities helps improve the sustainability of local food production and processing while support for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program helps vulnerable urban households afford healthy and nutritious food. Congratulations to Senator Stabenow and other leaders in the Senate and House for working across party lines to craft and pass legislation that helps Americans from all walks of life. The 2018 Farm Bill provides critical support for Michigan apples and ciders and other locally grown and Michigan… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.stabenow.senate.gov/news/stabenow-statement-on-federal-court-ruling-threatening-health-care-for-millions-of-americans Stabenow Statement on Federal Court Ruling Threatening Health Care for Millions of Americans 2018-12-15 2018 2018-12 Democrat House MI Debbie Stabenow S000770 www.stabenow.senate.gov     legacy Stabenow Statement on Federal Court Ruling Threatening Health Care for Millions of Americans Saturday, December 15, 2018 WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) released the following statement on the ruling by a federal judge in Texas overturning the Affordable Care Act: This outrageous ruling threatens health coverage for millions of Americans. If you have a pre-existing condition, you could be denied insurance or have to pay more for your coverage. Without the federal tax credits, insurance would become unaffordable for many Americans and being a woman could once again be considered a pre-existing condition. Mental health services and affordable medicine would be put at risk. And Healthy Michigan that covers one million Michiganders would be gone! This ruling must be overturned. Previous Article 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases/walberg-highlights-legislative-accomplishments-115th-congress Walberg Highlights Legislative Accomplishments in 115th Congress 2018-12-14 2018 2018-12 Republican House MI Tim Walberg W000798 walberg.house.gov walberg https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper Washington, D.C. – Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-07) today released a year-end video highlighting his results-oriented leadership and legislative accomplishments in the 115th Congress. This term, Walberg authored nine bills that passed the House of Representatives, the most of any member of Michigan's congressional delegation. President Trump signed five of his bills into law. Visit walberg.house.gov to watch the video. "We got a lot done this Congress that will help improve people's lives in Michigan," said Walberg. "From strengthening retirement security to expanding economic opportunity, it was a consequential term and I am proud of our legislative effectiveness to advance the people's priorities. In particular, our landmark law to combat the opioid crisis is a life-saving measure that will make a significant impact in communities throughout Michigan. As we look ahead to 2019, I am grateful for another opportunity to serve my constituents and get bipartisan results on their behalf." Walberg Legislation Signed into Law: H. J. Res 66, Protecting Retirement Security The resolution closes a regulatory loophole created by the Obama administration, and restores important retirement protections that workers have counted on for decades. It was signed into law on May 17, 2017. H.R. 1109, Federal Power Act Reform Introduced with Rep. Debbie Dingell (D-MI), the bipartisan bill helps reduce unnecessary paperwork burdens and bring down energy prices for hardworking Michigan families. It was signed into law on September 28, 2018. H.R. 2155, New HOPE Act Introduced with Rep. Henry Cuellar (D-TX), the bipartisan bill encourages state governments to initiate occupational licensure reforms to ensure bureaucratic requirements are not creating unnecessary barriers for those seeking to enter the workforce. It was signed into law on July 31, 2018 as part of H.R. 2353. H.R. 5009, Jessie's Law Introduced with Rep. Debbie Dingell (D-MI), and named after Michigan resident, Jessie Grubb, the bipartisan bill helps ensure doctors … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-27T23:11:43Z
https://www.peters.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/peters-stabenow-announce-senate-passage-of-legislation-naming-howell-post-office-after-wwii-veteran Peters, Stabenow Announce Senate Passage of Legislation Naming Howell Post Office after WWII Veteran 2018-12-14 2018 2018-12 Democrat House MI Gary Peters P000595 www.peters.senate.gov     legacy 12.14.18 Peters, Stabenow Announce Senate Passage of Legislation Naming Howell Post Office after WWII Veteran WASHINGTON, DC U.S. Senators Gary Peters (D-MI) and Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) announced that the Senate has passed H.R. 6020 to designate the U.S. Postal Service facility located at 325 South Michigan Avenue in Howell as the Sergeant Donald Burgett Post Office Building. Sergeant Burgett lived almost his entire adult life in Howell and was a World War II combat veteran. This legislation, authored by Congressman Mike Bishop, passed the House of Representatives in September and Senators Peters and Stabenow led the effort to pass it in the Senate. The bill now heads to the President's desk for signature. From fighting through battlefields across Europe to lending a helping hand to fellow veterans back home, Sergeant Burgett devoted his life to serving others, said Senator Peters. I'm honored to help ensure Sergeant Burgett will be recognized for his lifelong devotion to his community and his country. We are so grateful for Sergeant Burgett, who helped defend our country during World War II and then continued to serve his community for many years after, said Senator Stabenow. I was glad to partner with Senator Peters to pass this bill that honors Sergeant Burgett for his service. Sergeant Donald Burgett was a member of the 101st Airborne The Screaming Eagles, A Company. He fought in battles throughout the European Theatre, including at Normandy on D-Day. After the war, he was a very active member of his community, including extensive service with the VFW American Legion and Disable American Veterans. Sergeant Burgett authored four books giving firsthand accounts of the paratroopers' experience in WWII. He passed away on March 23, 2017 at the age of 91. ### Print Email Tweet Previous Article 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.stabenow.senate.gov/news/stabenow-peters-announce-senate-passage-of-legislation-naming-howell-post-office-after-wwii-veteran Stabenow, Peters Announce Senate Passage of Legislation Naming Howell Post Office after WWII Veteran 2018-12-14 2018 2018-12 Democrat House MI Debbie Stabenow S000770 www.stabenow.senate.gov     legacy Stabenow, Peters Announce Senate Passage of Legislation Naming Howell Post Office after WWII Veteran Friday, December 14, 2018 U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) and Gary Peters (D-MI) announced that the Senate has passed H.R. 6020 to designate the U.S. Postal Service facility located at 325 South Michigan Avenue in Howell as the Sergeant Donald Burgett Post Office Building. Sergeant Burgett lived almost his entire adult life in Howell and was a World War II combat veteran. This legislation, authored by Congressman Mike Bishop, passed the House of Representatives in September and Senators Stabenow and Peters led the effort to pass it in the Senate. The bill now heads to the President's desk for signature. We are so grateful for Sergeant Burgett, who helped defend our country during World War II and then continued to serve his community for many years after, said Senator Stabenow. I was glad to partner with Senator Peters to pass this bill that honors Sergeant Burgett for his service. From fighting through battlefields across Europe to lending a helping hand to fellow veterans back home, Sergeant Burgett devoted his life to serving others, said Senator Peters. I'm honored to help ensure Sergeant Burgett will be recognized for his lifelong devotion to his community and his country. Sergeant Donald Burgett was a member of the 101st Airborne The Screaming Eagles, A Company. He fought in battles throughout the European Theatre, including at Normandy on D-Day. After the war, he was a very active member of his community, including extensive service with the VFW, American Legion and Disabled American Veterans. Sergeant Burgett authored four books giving firsthand accounts of the paratroopers' experience in WWII. He passed away on March 23, 2017 at the age of 91. Previous Article 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://upton.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=399143 Upton & DeGette Mark Second Anniversary of 21st Century Cures Act Becoming Law 2018-12-13 2018 2018-12 Republican House MI Fred Upton U000031 upton.house.gov     legacy U.S. Rep. Fred Upton, R-Michigan, and U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette, D-Colorado, today released the following statement on the second anniversary of the 21st Century Cures Act being signed into law by President Barack Obama: 21st Century Cures began with the spark of hope and continues today pushing medical research in new and innovative ways. We're already seeing the results in action: The Beau Biden Cancer Moonshot is working to accelerate progress in cancer prevention and screening, the All of Us Research Program has more than 100,000 people signed up to help advance precision medicine and develop more effective ways to treat disease, the Brain Research Through Advancing Innovative Neurotechnologies (BRAIN) Initiative is revolutionizing how we understand the human brain, and the Regenerative Medicine Innovation Project is supporting clinical research on adult stem cells. 21st Century Cures is also making needed reforms to our mental health system and at the Food and Drug Administration. We're now able to get drugs and devices to the market more efficiently helping to address drug prices. Finally, 21st Century Cures has played a pivotal role in addressing the opioid epidemic by funding the fight at the state level with more than $1 billion in grants to states in need. 21st Century Cures was truly a bipartisan effort from start to finish. Today we can reflect on how far we have come, but also a reminder of all the work that remains. Patients and families are counting on us. Further background: The House Energy and Commerce Committee has held five hearings on the implementation of the 21st Century Cures Act including three this year. These hearings have focused on specifics sections of the bill including mental health reforms, work being done by the Food and Drug Administration and the National Institutes of Health, and an update from the Office of the National Coordinator. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://debbiedingell.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/dingell-statement-after-classified-briefing-yemen Dingell Statement after Classified Briefing on Yemen 2018-12-13 2018 2018-12 Democrat House MI Debbie Dingell D000624 debbiedingell.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON, DC Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) issued the following statement after receiving a classified briefing on the US military's involvement in Yemen from Secretary of Defense James Mattis and Secretary of State Mike Pompeo: The ongoing war in Yemen has caused endless suffering and is a serious humanitarian crisis. The decision to send the military to war is perhaps one of Congress' greatest responsibilities. The Senate is having the debate the House should also be having. For the third time, the House has shut down debate by quietly sneaking it into a procedural vote. Today, House members received an update from military and diplomatic officials. Families in my hometown are telling me about horrific conditions. People are starving, homes have been bombed, diseases including a cholera epidemic are rampant, and too many have been lost to a reckless Saudi-led aerial bombing campaign. Congress has a moral responsibility to end the war in Yemen. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://mikebishop.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=405 Senate Passes Bishop Bill to Name Howell Post Office in Honor of WWII Veteran 2018-12-13 2018 2018-12 Republican House MI Mike Bishop B001293 mikebishop.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON Congressman Mike Bishop (MI-08) today released the following statement after the U.S. Senate passed his legislation, H.R. 6020, to designate the United States Post Office located at 325 South Michigan Avenue in Howell, Michigan as the Sergeant Donald Burgett Post Office Building. Sergeant Donald Burgett, an Army paratrooper, participated in the opening operations of the Normandy Invasion with A Company, 506th Parachute Infantry of the 101st Airborne Division. The bill passed the House on September 13, 2018 and now heads to the president for signature. We owe our freedoms to the sacrifices of individuals like Sergeant Donald Burgett of Howell, Michigan, and I'm proud this legislation is one step closer to becoming law, said Rep. Bishop. It is my hope that naming this Post Office after Mr. Burgett will serve as a lasting tribute and honor the memory of this incredible Michigander for future generations." Sergeant Donald Burgett was a member of the 101st Airborne, A Company, and he fought throughout the European theatre, including Normandy on D-Day, the Netherlands during Operation Market Garden, and Bastogne during the Battle of the Bulge. Sergeant Burgett returned to the United States and lived almost his entire adult life in Howell, Michigan. He published four books, including Currahee! A Screaming Eagle at Normandy, published in 1967 and endorsed by President Dwight D. Eisenhower. In addition to his writing, he was also an active member of several veterans' organizations including the VFW, American Legion, and the Disabled American Veterans. He was a local builder and loved spending time outdoors. Mr. Burgett passed away on March 23, 2017, at the age of 91, and in a speech before colleagues in the House of Representatives, Bishop honored his service and lasting legacy. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.peters.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/peters-bill-to-protect-survivors-of-domestic-violence-and-pets-to-be-signed-into-law Peters Bill to Protect Survivors of Domestic Violence & Pets to be Signed into Law 2018-12-13 2018 2018-12 Democrat House MI Gary Peters P000595 www.peters.senate.gov     legacy 12.13.18 Peters Bill to Protect Survivors of Domestic Violence & Pets to be Signed into Law WASHINGTON, DC U.S. Senator Gary Peters (MI) today applauded Congressional passage of bipartisan legislation he introduced with Senator Dean Heller (R-NV) to help protect domestic violence survivors and their pets. The Pet and Women Safety (PAWS) Act helps provide funding for facilities that harbor survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking and dating violence and their pets, or are looking to do so. The legislation passed the Senate and the House of Representatives as part of a larger bill setting agriculture policy and now goes to President Trump's desk to be signed into law. Survivors of domestic violence should never have to decide between leaving an abusive relationship or staying and risking their safety to protect their pets, said Senator Peters. This bill will help ensure more safe havens for survivors and their pets are available - so together they can begin a new chapter in their lives. We applaud Sen. Peters for his leadership on the PAWS Act to protect domestic violence victims and their pets. Pets are a significant source of support, and oftentimes, a family member. No one should ever be forced to choose between their own safety and the safety of their pets, said Holly Gann, Director of Federal Affairs, Animal Wellness Action. ThePAWS Actexpands existing federal domestic violence protections to include threats or acts of violence against a survivor's pet, and provides grant funding to programs that offer shelter and housing assistance for domestic violence survivors with pets. The bill also requires the full amount of the survivor's losses for purposes of restitution in domestic violence and stalking offenses to include any costs incurred for veterinary services relating to physical care for the survivor's pet. Multiple studies have shown that domestic abusers often seek to manipulate or intimidate their victims by threatening or harming their pets, but according to the Ameri… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.peters.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/peters-floor-remarks-in-favor-of-ending-us-support-to-saudi-led-coalition-in-yemen Peters Floor Remarks In Favor of Ending U.S. Support to Saudi-Led Coalition in Yemen 2018-12-13 2018 2018-12 Democrat House MI Gary Peters P000595 www.peters.senate.gov     legacy 12.13.18 Peters Floor Remarks In Favor of Ending U.S. Support to Saudi-Led Coalition in Yemen WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senator Gary Peters (MI) spoke on the Senate floor in support of bipartisan legislation that would end U.S. support to Saudi Arabia's military campaign in Yemen, which is exasperating the worst humanitarian crisis in decades. Click here for video of his remarks and below is the text as prepared for delivery: Mr. President, I rise today to address the war in Yemen, which is causing the worst humanitarian crisis since World War II. Tens of thousands of young children have already died from starvation. And millions more in Yemen remain threatened by famine and disease. Yemen is experiencing the worst cholera outbreak in history with over 1 million cases. In recent months the crisis has accelerated, growing at a rate of 10 thousand cases each and every week. The air campaign in Yemen, led by Saudi Arabia, is now in its third year. And every day, every day, it makes the humanitarian crisis in Yemen worse. Bombs dropped by Saudi Arabia are killing women and children, destroying roads and bridges, disabling electricity and water services and leveling schools, hospitals and mosques. Meanwhile, the government of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, stand credibly accused of ordering the murder of a United States resident and journalist known for his criticism of the regime. Currently, we are debating a resolution that directs the President to remove the U.S. military from hostilities in Yemen and end our nation's unauthorized participation in this conflict. I am proud to cosponsor Senate Joint Resolution 54, and I voted to bring it to the floor because the United States should not be providing aerial refueling to Saudi jets bombing Yemen indiscriminately. The United States Senate should pass this resolution and send a clear message that our military will not prolong and worsen a humanitarian tragedy led by an increasingly brutal regime. This is also why I've v… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://huizenga.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398779 Huizenga Votes in Support of Michigan Farmers 2018-12-12 2018 2018-12 Republican House MI Bill Huizenga H001058 huizenga.house.gov     legacy Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) released the following statement after voting in support of bipartisan legislation to strengthen agricultural production and support family farms in West Michigan. Agriculture is a critical component of Michigan's economy. This bipartisan bill will support family farmers, producers, and growers across West Michigan by making it easier for their products to reach local farm markets as well as create new opportunities for grown in Michigan products to be served across the globe. The farm bill also ensures programs like Double Up Bucks' are properly funded to help low-income Michigan families have access to fresh, Michigan grown fruits and vegetables at farm markets. Additionally, this legislation also strengthens risk management tools for dairy producers, enhances specialty crop research and production, improves water infrastructure and quality, expands broadband access in rural communities, and supports conservation efforts across the Great Lakes region. While this bipartisan farm bill makes important strides in addressing several issues impacting West Michigan, it is my hope that we can build on this progress to reform the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) for able-bodied adults without dependents in the future. This legislation has already passed the Senate and will now head to the President's desk for his signature. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://upton.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=399142 Upton Statement on Passage of Bipartisan Farm Bill 2018-12-12 2018 2018-12 Republican House MI Fred Upton U000031 upton.house.gov     legacy U.S. Rep. Fred Upton, R-St. Joseph, today released the following statement after the U.S. House of Representatives voted to advance the Conference Report to Accompany H.R. 2, the Agriculture Improvement Act: As I've listened to our local farmers, they want support and certainty and the bipartisan 2018 Farm Bill delivers that. But the Farm Bill is not just for our farmers and ranchers, it is truly for all Americans as our agriculture industry plays a vital role in ensuring we have access to a safe and affordable food supply. It's also good to see that provisions cutting school lunch assistance programs did not make the final version. Those provisions would have hurt Southwest Michigan kids and families. As our farmer friends continue to face challenges, it's imperative we give them the tools they need to service and thrive. The Conference Report to Accompany H.R. 2 is supported by the Michigan Farm Bureau, previously passed the U.S. Senate, and now heads to the president's desk for signature. Learn more here. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=299 Bergman Applauds Governor, State on Tunnel Agreement 2018-12-12 2018 2018-12 Republican House MI Jack Bergman B001301 bergman.house.gov bergman https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx scraper Washington - Today, Governor Rick Snyder signed legislation in to law to create the Mackinac Straits Corridor Authority (MSCA), which will oversee construction and operation of a tunnel in bedrock beneath the waters of the Straits of Mackinac.Congressman Jack Bergman released the following statement: "I applaud Governor Snyder, along with State House and Senate leadership for their work to protect our the Great Lakes, while ensuring Michigan's energy infrastructure is brought into the 21st Century. This forward thinking approach will create jobs, protect our water, and secure a more thorough and comprehensive energy connection between the Upper and Lower Peninsulas of Michigan. The First District of Michigan is home to our nation's most beautiful natural resources, and our future relies on clean water. This is a monumental step towards keeping our most valuable resource preserved and protected for future generations." Earlier today, Governor Snyder released a statement announcing legislation signed to create the Mackinac Straits Corridor Authority, as well as three appointees to the commission. That release in its entirety can be found HERE. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-27T23:11:43Z
https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=300 Reps. Bergman, Kildee Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Identify Toxic PFAS Chemical Contamination Sites in Michigan, Across U.S. 2018-12-12 2018 2018-12 Republican House MI Jack Bergman B001301 bergman.house.gov bergman https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx scraper Washington - Congressman Jack Bergman (MI-01) and Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-05) introduced bipartisan legislation today to help identify sites in Michigan and across the U.S. that may contain per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), which are toxic chemicals that are a threat to public health. The Kildee-Bergman legislation would authorize $50 million for the U.S. Geologic Survey (USGS) to search for toxic PFAS chemicals in water, soil and air across the country. The bill would also help provide states like Michigan, as well as public health officials, with information to identify contamination and better protect communities. “Every family deserves the peace of mind in knowing their water is safe and clean. Limited data regarding breadth and scope of PFAS contamination throughout the state and country has left countless families with the feeling of uncertainty when it comes to whether their water is safe for consumption. Our bipartisan legislation takes the necessary steps to begin identifying the areas affected by these chemicals and allows for appropriate remediation plans to be set in place. I look forward to helping enhance community health as we gain a better understanding of the work ahead of us,” said Congressman Bergman. “In order to speed up clean-up efforts and protect our communities, we need to first identify PFAS sites that exist in Michigan and around the country,” Congressman Kildee said. “This bill is an important first step in making sure that state and federal governments have the proper resources to clean up PFAS contamination. I am proud to work with Republicans and Democrats in Congress to make sure that Michigan families are not exposed to toxic PFAS chemicals.” The Kildee-Bergman bill is also sponsored by Congressman Sandy Levin (MI-09), Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12), Congressman Peter Welch (VT-At large) and Congressman Jared Huffman (CA-02). U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) has previously introduced a Senate-companion bill, S. 3382. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-27T23:11:43Z
https://dankildee.house.gov/media/press-releases/house-passes-farm-bill-kildee-provisions-expanding-food-assistance-programs House Passes Farm Bill with Kildee Provisions Expanding Food Assistance Programs 2018-12-12 2018 2018-12 Democrat House MI Dan Kildee K000380 dankildee.house.gov     legacy Bipartisan Bill Doubles Funding for a Program Supporting Michigan's Double Up Food Bucks and Prevents Cuts to Food Assistance for Michigan Families Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-05) today applauded the bipartisan passage of the Farm Bill that included his legislation to expand access to healthy and locally-grown fruits and vegetables in Michigan and prevent cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). The Farm Bill includes Congressman Kildee's legislation, the Gus Schumacher Food Insecurity Nutrition Incentive Program Reauthorization of 2018, which doubles funding for the fruit and vegetable incentives program from $125 million to $250 million over the next five years. This will help fund programs that increase access to fruits and vegetables like Michigan's successful Double Up Food Bucks' program. These programs double the purchasing power of SNAP benefits if recipients use them to buy nutritious fruits and vegetables at participating local grocery stores and farmers markets. In addition, Congressman Kildee has fought vigorously against cuts to food assistance, commonly referred to as SNAP. Today's Farm Bill passage makes no cuts to food assistance, which over 1.3 million Michiganders rely on to provide food for themselves and their families. Earlier this year, Congressman Kildee led the fight against a Republican Farm Bill that would have kicked more than 200,000 Michiganders off of the program. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), nearly two thirds of SNAP recipients are children, disabled or elderly. I am proud to work with my colleagues on a bipartisan Farm Bill that doubles funding for fruit and vegetable food incentive programs like Michigan's Double Up Food Bucks program, Congressman Kildee said. This Farm Bill supports Michigan's family farmers and increases access to healthy food for those on food assistance. In Michigan, Double Up Food Bucks has helped thousands of families put healthy fruits and vegetables on the table, including families in Flint who are still deali… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://dankildee.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-kildee-bergman-introduce-bipartisan-legislation-identify-toxic-pfas Reps. Kildee, Bergman Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Identify Toxic PFAS Chemical Contamination Sites in Michigan, Across U.S. 2018-12-12 2018 2018-12 Democrat House MI Dan Kildee K000380 dankildee.house.gov     legacy Legislation Funds $50 Million to Search for PFAS in Water, Soil and Air Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-05) and Congressman Jack Bergman (MI-01) today introduced bipartisan legislation to help identify sites in Michigan and across the U.S. that may contain per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), which are toxic chemicals that are a threat to public health. The Kildee-Bergman legislation would authorize $50 million for the U.S. Geologic Survey (USGS) to search for toxic PFAS chemicals in water, soil and air across the country. The bill would also help provide states like Michigan, as well as public health officials, with information to identify contamination and better protect communities. In order to speed up clean-up efforts and protect our communities, we need to first identify PFAS sites that exist in Michigan and around the country, Congressman Kildee said. This bill is an important first step in making sure that state and federal governments have the proper resources to clean up PFAS contamination. I am proud to work with Republicans and Democrats in Congress to make sure that Michigan families are not exposed to toxic PFAS chemicals. Every family deserves the peace of mind in knowing their water is safe and clean. Limited data regarding breadth and scope of PFAS contamination throughout the state and country has left countless families with the feeling of uncertainty when it comes to whether their water is safe for consumption. Our bipartisan legislation takes the necessary steps to begin identifying the areas affected by these chemicals and allows for appropriate remediation plans to be set in place. I look forward to helping enhance community health as we gain a better understanding of the work ahead of us, said Congressman Bergman. Toxic PFAS chemicals have been used in manufacturing, consumer products and firefighting foam for decades and now have been found to be dangerous to humans. These chemicals have been used around many military bases and industrial sites, including the former Wurtsmith Air Force … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://mikebishop.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=404 USS Indianapolis Congressional Gold Medal Act Passes House, Heads to President’s Desk 2018-12-12 2018 2018-12 Republican House MI Mike Bishop B001293 mikebishop.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON Congressman Mike Bishop (MI-08) today released the following statement after House passage of S. 2101, the USS Indianapolis Congressional Gold Medal Act. Congressman Bishop introduced the House version of the legislation, H.R.4107, and garnered 299 cosponsors to honor the crew members of the USS Indianapolis with Congress' highest recognition, the Congressional Gold Medal. The bill passed the House unanimously and now heads to the president's desk to be signed into law. I'm proud this bipartisan legislation to honor the crew members of the USS Indianapolis with a Congressional Gold Medal is one step closer to becoming law. There are 14 living crew members, including my constituent Mr. Richard Thelen of Lansing, Michigan, and this is a small token of appreciation we can and should bestow upon our veterans who have paid the ultimate sacrifice to preserve our freedoms, said Rep. Bishop. The USS Indianapolis crew members survived a kamikaze attack, earned 10 battle stars for World War II service, and took on an intense and incredibly risky mission that was critical to ending World War II. During this mission, the ship was sunk by a Japanese submarine in what is known as the worst naval disaster in history. The crew members floated helplessly in shark-infested waters for days before finally being rescued. Only 316 of the 1195 crew members survived. Their sacrifice, perseverance, and bravery should never be forgotten. I urge the president to swiftly sign this bill into law. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://mitchell.house.gov/media/press-releases/mitchell-votes-support-agriculture-rural-communities Mitchell Votes to Support Agriculture, Rural Communities 2018-12-12 2018 2018-12 Republican House MI Paul Mitchell M001201 mitchell.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON Congressman Paul Mitchell (MI-10) released the following statement after voting to pass the Conference Report to H.R. 2, the Agriculture and Nutrition Act, commonly referred to as the Farm Bill, which reforms and reauthorizes farm and nutrition assistance programs for five years. The bill, which already passed the Senate, now heads to President Donald Trump for signature. I'm pleased to see we reached an agreement with the Senate and passed a Farm Bill that sets our country on a better path to help America's farmers, dairy operators, ranchers, rural communities. The bill addresses many needs in my district, Michigan's 10th. said Mitchell. This Farm Bill represents a major investment in rural broadband, raises the minimum standards for rural broadband, and targets grants and financial support to communities that need it most. It also assists American dairy producers, especially small dairy producers like those in Michigan's Thumb, by expanding affordable coverage for producers of all sizes. The bill also maintains the sugar program to protect sugar growers in my district and across America from anti-competitive foreign programs that dump sugar at artificially low prices. Lastly, the Conference Report makes incremental but significant changes that ensure the financial integrity of SNAP and make it more effective for recipients. I look forward to President Trump signing it into law soon. Click to view Congressman Mitchell speak on the House floor in support of the Farm Bill. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-votes-farm-bill-supports-michigan-farmers Moolenaar Votes for Farm Bill, Supports Michigan Farmers 2018-12-12 2018 2018-12 Republican House MI John Moolenaar M001194 moolenaar.house.gov     legacy Today, the House of Representatives passed the bipartisan 2018 Farm Bill, the Agriculture Improvement Act,which will support Michigan farmers for the next five years. Congressman John Moolenaar voted for the legislationand made the following statement: Michigan farmers work tirelessly tofeed our communities and people around the world. This legislation will help the 15,000 farmers in my district plan for the future, especiallywhen they facenatural disasters. Michigan familyfarmers are the best in the world and this legislation will help them compete for years to come. The legislation willbenefit more than farmers though. It authorizesfederal fundingto improverural infrastructure and broadband access, so small communities can address vitalneeds. It alsohelps fight the opioid epidemic with a 33-percent increase for grants expanding telehealthservices,so doctors can connect with patients and monitor their progress more efficiently." Additional Details Congress passes a Farm Bill every five years to help American farmers with certainty as they plan their operations for the years ahead. Today's bill also provides significant support to America's rural communities to meet the unique challenges they face. Opioid Crisis: The legislation empowers the Secretary of Agriculture to prioritize rural community development projects that will spur access to telehealth services and build medical facilities. One example is the USDA grant made to Sheridan Community Hospital in October. Rural Broadband: The legislationbenefits rural communities with infrastructure initiatives and authorizes millionsin yearly funding to improve rural Internet access. Infrastructure: The legislation authorizes billions in funding for rural infrastructure projects and also increases access to credit for rural communities to finance additional projects. Food Stamp Reform: The legislation increases the enforcement of existing work requirements to reduce fraud and waste in the system. New Farmers: The bill includes several provisions that will help new far… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.peters.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/peters-floor-remarks-supporting-resolution-to-target-dark-money-in-politics Peters Floor Remarks Supporting Resolution to Target ‘Dark Money’ in Politics 2018-12-12 2018 2018-12 Democrat House MI Gary Peters P000595 www.peters.senate.gov     legacy 12.12.18 Peters Floor Remarks Supporting Resolution to Target Dark Money' in Politics WASHINGTON, DC U.S. Senator Gary Peters (MI) spoke on the Senate floor today in support of a Congressional Review Act resolution that would overturn Internal Revenue Service guidance easing donor reporting requirements for certain tax-exempt groups that engage in political advertising. Click here for video his remarks and text as prepared for delivery: Mr. President, I rise today in support of overturning the Treasury Department's rule to allow even more dark money' into our political process. This action by the Trump Administration allows tax-exempt groups to hide the identities of their donors. It allows big corporations and wealthy individuals to inappropriately influence elections by contributing to outside groups in secret. This amounts to unlimited corporate political spending effectively silencing the voices of everyday voters. Under this President the Internal Revenue Service is looking out for wealthy donors not for hard-working, middle-class families. I strongly support today's action to overturn this rule. We need to reform our campaign finance system improve disclosures and transparency and restore the voice of the people in the democratic process. Michigan voters deserve to know who is behind the money being spent in our elections. We must take steps to improve transparency and restore trust in our electoral system. Above all, we must ensure that every American has an equal say in our elections regardless of their means. The right of every citizen to make their voices heard at the ballot box is the very foundation of our democracy. I will continue fighting to ensure the voices of Michigan families aren't drowned out by big corporations or wealthy individuals with limitless resources who are trying to buy influence in our elections. We should be working to bring transparency to our political system not shielding special interest groups big donors and this Administration's political allies. … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://debbiedingell.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/dingell-streams-wetlands-critical-clean-water Dingell: Streams, Wetlands Critical to Clean Water 2018-12-11 2018 2018-12 Democrat House MI Debbie Dingell D000624 debbiedingell.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON, DC Today, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell issued the following statement after the Trump Administration announced plans to roll back protections for wetlands and clean water: President Trump's latest attempt to undermine environmental protections may be his most egregious attack yet. Growing up on the river, I remember swimming in dirty water and we couldn't eat the fish we caught. The Clean Water Act has cleaned up our waters, got rid of pollutants and dangerous toxins, and protected the water from further contamination. The reality is streams and wetlands feed into our rivers, lakes, bays, and coastal waters. Congress cannot roll back the protections to maintaining clean water across the country. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://debbiedingell.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/dingell-urges-mi-state-legislature-reject-hazardous-waste-disposal-bill Dingell Urges MI State Legislature to Reject Hazardous Waste Disposal Bill 2018-12-11 2018 2018-12 Democrat House MI Debbie Dingell D000624 debbiedingell.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON, DC Today, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) urged Michigan Speaker of the House Tom Leonard and the state legislature to reject a proposal to allow hazardous waste disposal facilities across Michigan to accept material up to ten times more radioactive than what is currently permissible under state law. The legislation proposes to increase disposal levels for TENORM, a technologically enhanced and naturally occurring radioactive material. Most TENORM waste is a byproduct of the hydraulic fracturing process for oil and natural gas, as well as from the mining industry, water treatment process, and some consumer products. In a letter to Speaker Leonard, Dingellsaid, We must stand up for the health and safety of Michigan's future generations and uphold strong environmental safeguards long-termnot cater to corporate interests. I would have hoped all Michigan leaders learned something from the Flint water crisis, apparently not. On behalf of my constituents and all the leaders, stakeholders, and communities who oppose this harmful bill, we urge you to oppose Senate Bill 1196 and not bring the bill to a vote. Dear Speaker Leonard: This letter is being sent in opposition to Senate Bill 1196. Passage and enactment of this bill is dangerous to communities in Michigan and would allow increased hazardous waste disposal in the state and most significantly in Wayne County communities in my district. The senate bill, introduced only last month, would allow hazardous waste disposal facilities across Michigan to accept ten times more radioactive waste than what is currently permissible under state law. In fact, the legislation proposes to increase TENORM (technologically enhanced, naturally occurring radioactive material) disposal levels above the accepted standard of 50 picocuries per gram, as proposed in a February 2015 report from the Michigan TENORM Disposal Advisory Panel created by Governor Rick Snyder. Most TENORM waste is a byproduct of the hydraulic fracturing process for oil and natural gas, as well … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://levin.house.gov/press-release/levin-ukrainian-famine-resolution-passes-house Levin Ukrainian Famine Resolution Passes House 2018-12-11 2018 2018-12 Democrat House MI Sander Levin L000263 levin.house.gov     legacy Also Speaks on Current Russian Aggression in Ukraine WASHINGTON, D.C. Representative Sandy Levin (D-MI) issued the following statement after the House passed a resolution he authored that remembers the victims and survivors of the 1932-33 Ukraine Famine, known as Holodomor. I was privileged to be in Ukraine for the commemoration of the 1932-33 Ukrainian Famine, known as Holodomor. Millions in Ukraine died because of this genocide perpetrated by the Soviet Union. At the commemoration in Ukraine, there was special mention of the Holodomor Memorial in Washington, D.C. The passage of this resolution, which reminds the world of Holodomor, is another reflection of the basic values of the American people. --- In addition, today Rep. Levin spoke on a separate resolution addressing recent Russian aggression against Ukraine. Below are his comments, as prepared, related to that resolution: I applaud the leadership of this committee, Mr. Royce and Mr. Engel, for bringing up this resolution. The Congressional Ukraine Caucus Co-chairs Representatives Marcy Kaptur, Andy Harris, Brian Fitzpatrick, and I issued this statement rebuking the Russian Federation's aggressive attack on Ukraine near the Kerch Strait in the Sea of Azov: 'As co-chairs of the Congressional Ukraine Caucus, we strongly condemn Russia's dangerous naval assault on Ukrainian ships. This episode, as well as Russia's blockade of Ukrainian ports, is a deeply disturbing sign of continued Russian aggression in its efforts to tighten its bloody grip and illegitimate occupation of the Crimean peninsula. 'We join the international community and our NATO allies in resolute affirmation of the fact that Crimea and its surrounding waters belong to Ukraine. We call on Russian authorities, in accordance with international law, to cease any and all interference with access to Ukrainian ports and the Azov Sea. Russia must end this bloody and unjust occupation of Ukrainian sovereign territory.' I was in Ukraine at the time of the Russian attack. I was at meetings where the p… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://levin.house.gov/press-release/levin-urges-clear-and-decisive-stand-against-rohingya-genocide Levin Urges Clear and Decisive Stand Against Rohingya Genocide 2018-12-11 2018 2018-12 Democrat House MI Sander Levin L000263 levin.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON, D.C. Representative Sandy Levin (D-MI) delivered remarks on the House Floor during consideration of H.Res.1091. --- (Remarks as Prepared) Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of this resolution calling for the release of the two journalists imprisoned after investigating attacks against the Rohingya ethnic minority in Burma, also known as Myanmar. As I said in the resolution I introduced in early September calling for their release, the Burmese police captain involved in their arrest reportedly admitted during the trial that his superior ordered him to entrap the journalists. The atrocities committed against the Rohingya mass killings, rape perpetrated on a massive scale, whole villages burned to the ground with people being burned alive in their homes, and over 700,000 fleeing the violence to neighboring Bangladesh has been so extreme that the United Nations issued a report earlier this year calling for Burma's military leaders to be investigated and prosecuted on the charges of genocide. There can be no doubt about the culpability of Burma's military in the oppression and violence inflicted on the Rohingya. I had the privilege of meeting Aung San Suu Kyi a few years ago as part of a delegation led by Nancy Pelosi, joining in admiration for her perseverance and triumph over oppression. There has been a hesitation by some to criticize Suu Kyi, worrying that it could make it more likely the military would take over the civilian government she leads. But her words and actions in the face of what in reality has been genocide have been deeply disturbing, contrary to her past example as a beacon of freedom. In 2017, the late John McCain and Richard Durbin introduced in the Senate and I introduced in the House a resolution that encouraged Aung San Suu Kyi to live up to her inspiring words upon receiving the 2012 Nobel Peace Prize with respect to ethnic reconciliation in Burma, and in particular to address the historic and brutal repression of the Rohingya in Rakhine State. Unfortunately, that resolution was … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.peters.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/peters-to-serve-as-ranking-member-of-the-senate-homeland-security-and-governmental-affairs-committee Peters to Serve as Ranking Member of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee 2018-12-11 2018 2018-12 Democrat House MI Gary Peters P000595 www.peters.senate.gov     legacy 12.11.18 Peters to Serve as Ranking Member of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee Peters to Focus on Secure Communities, Cutting Government Waste WASHINGTON, DC U.S. Senator Gary Peters (MI) will serve as Ranking Member of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, the U.S. Senate's principal oversight committee, in the 116th Congress. The committee is responsible for ensuring all federal departments and agencies are operating effectively, and also oversees the Department of Homeland Security. Peters previously served as Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Federal Spending Oversight and Emergency Management within the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee. The committee plays a vital role in our nation's security, and as Ranking Member I will work to promote the safety and security of all communities, said Senator Peters. Our country faces a number of challenges, whether it is securing our Northern and Southern borders, combatting cutting-edge threats like cyber attacks or ensuring local communities have the resources they need to respond to emergencies. I look forward to working with Senator Johnson and our colleagues to address these serious challenges and ensure that the communities our constituents call home are great places to live, work and raise a family. Peters helped introduce the Northern Border Security Review Act, which was signed into law in 2016, to strengthen security at the Northern Border with Canada, encourage the secure and smooth flow of international trade, protect Michigan's ports and prevent human trafficking. To support local communities, he authored a bipartisan provision to help fire departments save money by hiring and promoting trained part-time first responders to full time positions using Staffing for Adequate Fire & Emergency Response (SAFER) grants. Peters has also made cybersecurity a key focus, introducing bipar… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.stabenow.senate.gov/news/senate-passes-final-bipartisan-2018-farm-bill-co-authored-by-senator-stabenow Senate Passes Final Bipartisan 2018 Farm Bill Co-Authored by Senator Stabenow 2018-12-11 2018 2018-12 Democrat House MI Debbie Stabenow S000770 www.stabenow.senate.gov     legacy Senate Passes Final Bipartisan 2018 Farm Bill Co-Authored by Senator Stabenow Tuesday, December 11, 2018 Today, U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow, Ranking Member of the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry announced Senate passage of the Farm Bill conference report, which represents the final version of the 2018 Farm Bill. The bipartisan bill strongly supports Michigan's farmers and agricultural economy, which is the state's second-largest industry. The bill also has a major impact in protecting Michigan's Great Lakes, investing in our small towns and rural communities, promoting Michigan forestry, supporting local food economies, and providing healthy food for families. The 2018 Farm Bill is a bipartisan victory that has Michigan on every page, said Senator Stabenow. This is a strong bill that will grow Michigan's diverse agricultural economy and support our farmers, families, and rural communities. I'm pleased the Senate has moved forward with the bill and look forward to the House considering it soon. In June, Senator Stabenow and Agriculture Committee Chairman U.S. Senator Pat Roberts (R-Kan.) co-authored the 2018 Senate Farm Bill, which the U.S. Senate passed on a historic, bipartisan vote of 86-11. The 2018 Farm Bill Conference Committee formed to reconcile the differences between the Senate bill and the House version. In the Conference Committee, Senator Stabenow served as one of the four leaders and worked with Senate and House conferees to co-author the final bill. A summary of the 2018 Farm Bill is available here. Jim Byrum, President of the Michigan Agri-Business Association, said: This Farm Bill is critical for farmers, families, businesses and communities across Michigan. We applaud Senator Debbie Stabenow for once again working across the aisle to get a commonsense, bipartisan Farm Bill across the finish line. We truly appreciate the bipartisan cooperation shown by Senator Stabenow and her colleagues to put good ideas on the table and move… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.stabenow.senate.gov/news/stabenow-final-farm-bill-has-michigan-on-every-page Stabenow: Final Farm Bill has Michigan on Every Page 2018-12-11 2018 2018-12 Democrat House MI Debbie Stabenow S000770 www.stabenow.senate.gov     legacy Stabenow: Final Farm Bill has Michigan on Every Page Farm Bill Conference Committee releases final 2018 Farm Bill co-authored by Senator Stabenow Tuesday, December 11, 2018 Today, U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow, Ranking Member of the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry praised the release of the Farm Bill conference report, which represents the final version of the 2018 Farm Bill. The bipartisan bill strongly supports Michigan's farmers and agricultural economy, which is the state's second-largest industry. The bill also has a major impact in protecting Michigan's Great Lakes, investing in our small towns and rural communities, promoting Michigan forestry, supporting local food economies, and providing healthy food for families. The 2018 Farm Bill is a bipartisan victory that has Michigan on every page, said Senator Stabenow. This is a strong bill that will grow Michigan's diverse agricultural economy and support our farmers, families, and rural communities. I'm committed to getting this bill across the finish line by the end of the year. In June, Senator Stabenow and Agriculture Committee Chairman U.S. Senator Pat Roberts (R-Kan.) co-authored the 2018 Senate Farm Bill, which the U.S. Senate passed on a historic, bipartisan vote of 86-11. The 2018 Farm Bill Conference Committee formed to reconcile the differences between the Senate bill and the House version. In the Conference Committee, Senator Stabenow served as one of the four leaders and worked with Senate and House conferees to co-author the final bill. A summary of the 2018 Farm Bill follows: The 2018 Farm Bill The bipartisan 2018 Farm Bill will support the one in four jobs related to food and agriculture in Michigan. It will provide five years of certainty for Michigan's farmers, fuel opportunity in rural communities and grow small businesses. It continues historic investments in land, water and w… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.peters.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/peters-and-stabenow-urge-epa-to-protect-michiganders-from-lead-in-drinking-water Peters & Stabenow Urge EPA to Protect Michiganders from Lead in Drinking Water 2018-12-10 2018 2018-12 Democrat House MI Gary Peters P000595 www.peters.senate.gov     legacy 12.10.18 Peters & Stabenow Urge EPA to Protect Michiganders from Lead in Drinking Water WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senators Gary Peters and Debbie Stabenow today wrote a letter to U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Acting Administrator Andrew Wheeler pressing the agency to implement all of the recommended policies from a July 2017 EPA Inspector General report regarding best practices to prevent another drinking water crisis from lead contamination. While EPA has acted on many of the Inspector General's recommendations, the agency has refused to establish national controls to ensure states are complying with the Lead and Copper Rule. Insufficient federal oversight of the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ) was a significant factor that contributed to the Flint water crisis. Flint is a stark, devastating example of just why a national and comprehensive oversight approach is essential, wrote the lawmakers. People died after being literally poisoned by their own drinking water, and thousands of Flint children will suffer the lasting consequences of local and state management failures coupled with ineffective federal oversight. At least 90 people were sickened and 12 people died from Legionnaire's disease caused by changes in the Flint water supply that also exposed more than 9,000 Flint children to lead. Children are especially vulnerable to lead poisoning, which can cause significant health, neurological, behavioral, intellectual, and academic impairments. Recent testing in Detroit public schools found that more than half of the 106 schools in the district have lead contaminated water. Unfortunately, we have a long way to go to ensure safe drinking water, the lawmakers continued. The Detroit school district is to be commended for initiating testing and identifying alternative safe water sources, as Michigan has no state-wide rules that require school districts to test for lead in their tap water. And Detroit's experience is unfortunately not unique; schools in some cities acros… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.stabenow.senate.gov/news/stabenow-and-peters-urge-epa-to-protect-michiganders-from-lead-in-drinking-water- Stabenow & Peters Urge EPA to Protect Michiganders from Lead in Drinking Water 2018-12-10 2018 2018-12 Democrat House MI Debbie Stabenow S000770 www.stabenow.senate.gov     legacy Stabenow & Peters Urge EPA to Protect Michiganders from Lead in Drinking Water Monday, December 10, 2018 U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow and Gary Peters today wrote a letter to U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Acting Administrator Andrew Wheeler pressing the agency to implement all of the recommended policies from a July 2017 EPA Inspector General report regarding best practices to prevent another drinking water crisis from lead contamination. While EPA has acted on many of the Inspector General's recommendations, the agency has refused to establish national controls to ensure states are complying with the Lead and Copper Rule. Insufficient federal oversight of the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ) was a significant factor that contributed to the Flint water crisis. Flint is a stark, devastating example of just why a national and comprehensive oversight approach is essential, wrote the lawmakers. People died after being literally poisoned by their own drinking water, and thousands of Flint children will suffer the lasting consequences of local and state management failures coupled with ineffective federal oversight. At least 90 people were sickened and 12 people died from Legionnaire's disease caused by changes in the Flint water supply that also exposed more than 9,000 Flint children to lead. Children are especially vulnerable to lead poisoning, which can cause significant health, neurological, behavioral, intellectual, and academic impairments. Recent testing in Detroit public schools found that more than half of the 106 schools in the district have lead contaminated water. Unfortunately, we have a long way to go to ensure safe drinking water, the lawmakers continued. The Detroit school district is to be commended for initiating testing and identifying alternative safe water sources, as Michigan has no state-wide rules that require school districts to test for lead in their tap water. And Detroit's experience is unfortunately not unique; schools … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://upton.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=399140 South Bend Tribune: Funding secured to complete U.S. 31 connection to I-94 in Berrien County 2018-12-08 2018 2018-12 Republican House MI Fred Upton U000031 upton.house.gov     legacy Funding secured to complete U.S. 31 connection to I-94 in Berrien County South Bend Tribune December 8, 2018 The Michigan Department of Transportation has received a $20 million grant that will pay for the project connecting U.S. 31 from Napier Avenue to Interstate 94 in Berrien County. In a release from U.S. Rep. Fred Upton, R-St. Joseph, the discretionary grant will allow MDOT to finish the last 2 miles of the limited-access U.S. 31 freeway. We're so excited to announce this project will be completed finally, Upton said in the statement. Completing this project will ensure southwest Michigan remains a hub for economic competitiveness, jobs and growth now and in the future. The U.S. 31 connector portion is one phase in a three-part, $92 million construction project that MDOT placed in its five-year plan in 2016. U.S. 31, also known as the St. Joseph Valley Parkway, now dead-ends at Napier Avenue in Berrien County. That means northbound U.S. 31 motorists need to go west on Napier Avenue for nearly 2 miles to reach I-94. But thanks to the project, U.S. 31 will be extended north to link with I-94 at Exit 33 in Benton Harbor. And from that point on I-94, motorists can quickly hop on Interstate 196 at Exit 34 to go to Holland and Grand Rapids. At a meeting in August 2016, state officials announced the projects phases. Along with extending U.S. 31, the plan called for resurfacing 10 miles of I-94 and rebuilding the interchange where U.S. 31 and I-94 will join. The roughly $60 million for the project's two phases the resurfacing and interchange work has been secured. But MDOT had not yet acquired the money needed for extending the highway until Thursday's announcement of the $20 million grant. In that 2016 meeting, the agency said it had planned to start the first two phases of the project in 2021, finishing them by 2022. But the timetable for extending the highway will depend on when MDOT secures additional funding. We're committed to completing this proje… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://dankildee.house.gov/media/in-the-news/water-crisis-raised-profile-crusading-lawmaker Water crisis raised profile of crusading lawmaker 2018-12-08 2018 2018-12 Democrat House MI Dan Kildee K000380 dankildee.house.gov     legacy Michigan Democratic Rep. Dan Kildee has been at the forefront of pushing the federal government to help Flint recover from its drinking water crisis. FLINT, Mich. Democratic Rep. Dan Kildee steered his Chevy SUV through the streets of this hard-luck Rust Belt town. He looked puzzled for a moment as he saw a long line of cars outside the local Methodist church late on a midweek morning. "What is going on here? Oh, I bet it's water distribution," said the Michigan lawmaker, quickly realizing volunteers were putting free cases of bottled water and lead-fighting vegetables into cars that had been lined up for hours. That scene has played out repeatedly in Flint during the past four years as the city has battled one of the worst municipal water crises in modern history. A fateful cost-cutting decision by the state, coupled with aging pipelines, left the city's 100,000 residents with unhealthy levels of lead in their water. The result threatened brain damage in children and corroded engine parts at the local General Motors Co. factory. Flint, already one of the poorest cities in the nation due to the demise of domestic auto manufacturing, became the poster child for the nation's infrastructure woes and lost faith in government. And even now, months after the state did extensive tests to declare the water safe, many residents are skeptical that they can drink from their taps. "No one trusts them for good reason. Trust is maybe the biggest casualty of the water crisis," said Kildee, who only drinks bottled or filtered water in Flint and at his home in a neighboring township. The situation has turned Kildee, elected less than a year before the water crisis began, into a leading congressional voice on infrastructure. He helped secure $170 million in federal funds for upgrading his hometown's contaminated water supply system. "We have not gotten everything we want, but everything we've gotten, we've gotten because of Dan Kildee," said House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) when she visited Flint as part of a congres… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://upton.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=399141 WSJM: Upton talks US-31 project funding 2018-12-07 2018 2018-12 Republican House MI Fred Upton U000031 upton.house.gov     legacy Upton talks US-31 project funding WSJM December 7, 2018 At long last, US 31 will be completely connected to I-94 within five years. Congressman Fred Upton announced a $20 million federal grant late Thursday afternoon. One of the critical pieces was the acknowledgement by the state that in fact it ought to be on the Build Michigan Plan, said Upton. The St. Joseph Republican is crediting a former state representative from Stevensville with being instrumental in finally getting the funding. Thanks to former state Representative and Budget Director Al Pscholka, said Upton. He was able to get it on that list, which then allowed it to qualify for the federal funds that have finally been sprung now to get this thing done. The Michigan Department of Transportation says work will begin in 2021 or 2022, with completion in 2023. Like everyone else, Upton has been waiting a long time. I have a bumper sticker that hangs in my office in the Twin Cities that says Pray for me, I drive on US-31.' I said that would hang until it's done, and I'm glad to say I can stop dusting it off. It's taken roughly three decades to get the project complete. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://debbiedingell.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/democrats-call-epa-provide-data-pfas-chemicals Democrats Call on EPA to Provide Data on PFAS Chemicals 2018-12-07 2018 2018-12 Democrat House MI Debbie Dingell D000624 debbiedingell.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON Representatives Paul D. Tonko, the top Democrat on the Energy & Commerce Environment Subcommittee, Ben Ray Lujn (D-NM), Debbie Dingell (D-MI) and Peter Welch (D-VT) sent a letter to EPA Acting Administrator Andrew Wheeler today calling for greater transparency regarding any data, testing and consent agreements tied to commercial approval or environmental release of perfluorinated compounds (PFAS). Since the enactment of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act, EPA has been required to collect additional data before approving new chemicals under its chemical safety program. We are writing to you on behalf of communities we represent that are concerned about the presence of perfluorinated compounds in their drinking water, the letter reads. EPA has allowed many perfluorinated chemicals onto the market since the launch of the PFOA Stewardship Initiative [including] nearly 900 perfluorinated compounds. The letter calls on EPA to release findings on the following questions no later than December 21, 2018: How many new perfluorinated chemicals has EPA allowed to enter commerce in the United States since the launch of the PFOA Stewardship Initiative? How many since the Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the Twenty First Century Act took effect? How many, if any, new perfluorinated chemicals has EPA blocked from entering commerce in the United States since the launch of the PFOA Stewardship Initiative? How many since the effective date of the Lautenberg Act? How many of the newly introduced perfluorinated chemicals were subject to consent orders requiring the development of test data? Provide all studies and test results submitted to EPA pursuant to consent orders on perfluorinated chemicals, as well as the anticipated completion date for any ongoing studies. How many of the newly introduced perfluorinated compounds were subject to limits on environmental releases? What monitoring or enforcement has been done to ensure those limits are followed? For each of these limited perfluo… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://debbiedingell.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/dingell-invites-president-trump-visit-idled-gm-facilities-and-workers Dingell Invites President Trump to Visit Idled GM Facilities and Workers 2018-12-07 2018 2018-12 Democrat House MI Debbie Dingell D000624 debbiedingell.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON, DC Today, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI), joined a group of her colleagues from Michigan and Ohio in formally inviting President Donald Trump to visit the communities impacted by General Motors' decision to idle several North America plants. The invitation was led by Rep. Marcy Kaptur (D-OH) and was also signed by Reps. Tim Ryan (D-OH), Joyce Beatty (D-OH), and Rep.-Elect Andy Levin (MI-09). Respectfully, we invite you to join us to visit the Lordstown Assembly, Warren Transmission, Brownstown Battery, Baltimore Operations and Detroit-Hamtramck plants, to meet the workers who will soon receive pink slips. This idling will impact over 14,000 workers, including the layoff of 3,300 production workers in the United States and 2,500 in Canada, and another 8,000 salaried employees, the Members wrote. We urge your Administration's intervention in every manner possible to seek both short and long term remedies for these workers, the auto-part supplies that will also be impacted, and the communities sure to be severely impacted by these job losses, the Members continued. Our communities need deliverance on your promises to invest in and restore America's manufacturing might and to put an end to the outsourcing of American jobs. We will work with you and your Administration to reinvest and modernize American auto manufacturing. Thank you for review of this urgent request, the Members concluded. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/trump-signs-legislation-honoring-colonel-alfred-asch-and-renaming Trump Signs Legislation Honoring Colonel Alfred Asch and Renaming the Beaverton Post Office 2018-12-07 2018 2018-12 Republican House MI John Moolenaar M001194 moolenaar.house.gov     legacy On this day seventy-seven years ago, more than 2,000 Americans lost their lives in the attack on Pearl Harbor that drew U.S. forces into World War II. Earlier that same year, Alfred Asch, then a recent graduate of Beaverton High School, had joined the Army Air Corps, ready to serve his nation, and realize his childhood dream of becoming a pilot. He flew twotourswith the 93rdBomb Group(28 missions) and 455thBomb Group(47 missions) during World War II.After the war was over, Colonel Asch continued to serve, as the Army Air Corps became the Air Force. He served through 1968 and earned numerous decorations, including the Legion of Merit, the Distinguished Flying Cross with the Oak Leaf Cluster, and the Purple Heart. After he retired, Colonel Asch became a systems engineer with the Mitre Corporation where he spent 16 years developing automation for the air traffic control system of the Federal Aviation Administration. In 2013, he published his memoir, The Whole Nine Yards, and donated proceeds to the Beaverton Activities Center. It is because of Asch's legacy of service to his country and his community that Congressman John Moolenaar introduced legislation to honor Asch and rename the post office in Beaverton. Last night, the White House announced that President Donald Trump had signed the legislationinto law. Congressman Moolenaar made the following statement on the news: Congratulations to the Asch family on this tremendous honor for Colonel Asch. He was a patriot who never forgot where he was from and he continued to support Beaverton and Gladwin County throughout his life. This special honor will help his legacy be remembered for generations to come. Davidand Peter Asch,Colonel Asch's sons, also made a statement on the legislation being signed into law: This is an exciting day for our family and we are thankful that President Trump has signed into law this special honor for our father. Congressman Moolenaar's leadership made this possible and we are grateful for the work he has done to recognize our father's decad… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://walberg.house.gov/media/in-the-news/fox-business-walberg-talks-meeting-gm-ceo-mary-barra Fox Business: Walberg Talks Meeting with GM CEO Mary Barra 2018-12-07 2018 2018-12 Republican House MI Tim Walberg W000798 walberg.house.gov     legacy December 7, 2018 In The News Image Issues : Jobs and Economy Local Issues 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-06-27T23:11:43Z
https://www.stabenow.senate.gov/news/stabenow-peters-announce-407-million-for-infrastructure-projects-in-sault-ste-marie-berrien-county Stabenow, Peters Announce $40.7 Million for Infrastructure Projects in Sault Ste. Marie, Berrien County 2018-12-07 2018 2018-12 Democrat House MI Debbie Stabenow S000770 www.stabenow.senate.gov     legacy Stabenow, Peters Announce $40.7 Million for Infrastructure Projects in Sault Ste. Marie, Berrien County Funding will Help Restore Carbide Dock Port Near Soo Locks, Complete US-31 Connection to I-94 in Berrien County Friday, December 07, 2018 U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow andGary Peterstoday announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) will award two grants totaling $40.7 million for infrastructure projects in Sault Ste. Marie and Berrien County. The $20.7 million will go towards repairs for the Carbide Dock Port, which is located on the same waterway as the Soo Locks and serves as a staging area for vessels needing emergency assistance. The additional $20 million will help directly connect US-31 to I-94 in Berrien County. Reliable and modern infrastructure is critical to Michigan's economy and job creation,said Senator Stabenow.Today's federal investment will help connect two important freeways in Berrien County and make important upgrades near the Soo Locks. Michigan is a hub for international commerce and trade, and we need modern infrastructure to support our economy. I applaud today's announcement that two key projects in Michigan will receive federal funding, said Senator Peters, Ranking Member on the Subcommittee on Surface Transportation and Merchant Marine Infrastructure, Safety and Security. The Soo Locks are critical to the flow of goods through the Great Lakes, and this funding will provide much needed repairs to the Carbide Dock Port. Connecting US-31 to Interstate 94 has long been a priority in Southwest Michigan, and I'm pleased that this federal funding will make that route a reality. The Carbide Dock Port in Sault Ste. Marie is located on the same waterway as the Soo Locks and the Sault Ste. Marie International Bridge. The funding announced today will rehabilitate the Carbide Dock Port and reconstruct connecting truck routes to the Dock. The relocatio… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://upton.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=399139 Upton Announces $20M Grant for US-31 2018-12-06 2018 2018-12 Republican House MI Fred Upton U000031 upton.house.gov     legacy U.S. Rep. Fred Upton, R-St. Joseph, today announced the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) has been awarded $20M in discretionary grant funding to complete the US-31 relocation project from Napier Road to I-94 in Berrien County. We're so excited to announce this project will be completed finally, said Upton. For years, we have been working diligently with local, state, and national leaders to get this done. The Department of Transportation has long-said hang on, help is on the way' and that day has now come. Completing this project will ensure Southwest Michigan remains a hub for economic competitiveness, jobs, and growth now and into the future. The Administration's continued investment in infrastructure promises to stimulate economic investment, improve quality of life, and create safe, reliable transportation in our communities, added U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao. The grant comes from the Department of Transportation (DOT) Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development (BUILD) Transportation Discretionary Grants program. This project will provide a free flow freeway traffic movement through the completion of the last two miles of the limited access US-31 freeway from Napier Avenue to I-94 in Berrien County. Upton has long supported completion of the project. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://debbiedingell.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/dingell-statement-after-meeting-gm-ceo-mary-barra Dingell Statement After Meeting with GM CEO Mary Barra 2018-12-06 2018 2018-12 Democrat House MI Debbie Dingell D000624 debbiedingell.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) issued the following statement after meeting with GM CEO Mary Barra: "It was important that Mary Barra meet with the Michigan delegation today to address the high level of concern about the potential plant closings and keeping jobs in the Michigan and United States. A key issue we discussed was GM's continued decision to locate product in Mexico the most recent being the Blazer several month ago. This past year, GM produced 726,000 vehicles in Mexico. Over 80 percent of those vehicles were shipped to the US for sales to American consumers. In contrast, production at the GM plants targeted for closure was 165,000 in the US and 100,000 in Canada. GM's excess capacity in North America has been created by GM's investment decisions in the last several years. Product decisions made by the company have left US and Canadian plants with low volume. We want to keep that product here. It's clearly a very complicated time. This is a cyclical industry operating in an extremely competitive global environment. Other countries work hard to keep jobs in their countries, and we want to work hard to keep jobs in this country's and support the hard-working men and women. We also want to make sure we are supporting policies that keep this country at the forefront of innovation and technology and the United States remain a world-wide leader in transportation and mobility. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://lawrence.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congresswoman-lawrence-statement-president-s-task-force-us-postal Congresswoman Lawrence Statement on Presidents Task Force on the U.S. Postal Service 2018-12-06 2018 2018-12 Democrat House MI Brenda Lawrence L000581 lawrence.house.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. Today, Congresswoman Lawrence issued the following statement, in response to a report released by the President's Task Force on the U.S. Postal Service: This report is the product of a secretive, closed-door process that excluded the American people. Unsurprisingly, its recommendations are not a serious effort to help the Postal Service address its long-term future. As a former employee of the Postal Service for over 30 years, I know what this public service means to people and am committed to its true success. From the beginning, the President's Postal Task Force has been a bad-faith effort by the Trump Administration to attack our public postal service and postal workers. It is not focused on the important, long-term goal of affordable, public mail delivery for every American. Instead, the Administration began the Task Force with questionable motives and proposed privatizing the Postal Service, threatening to take away basic mail service from millions of Americans. The Task Force also refused to operate in a transparent manner and engage with Congress. As a member of the Oversight Committee, I demanded the Task Force turn over documents showing who it met with and how it came up with its recommendations, but it did not comply. The Postal Service is a government institution with a mission of public service: to ensure that all Americans can have reliable mail service, no matter who they are or where they live. Without a well-functioning public Postal Service, many Americans would lose access to affordable mail delivery that their families, businesses, and lives rely on. In contrast to this hasty and non-transparent report, I and my colleagues in Congress have spent years negotiating the bipartisan Postal Service Reform Act, which would put the Postal Service on a more sustainable path. This bill has overwhelming support from Democrats, Republicans, and postal stakeholders. I look forward to working with my colleagues to pass this legislation and to protect a public Postal Service for all American… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases/airport-high-school-student-wins-2018-congressional-app-challenge Airport High School Student Wins 2018 Congressional App Challenge 2018-12-06 2018 2018-12 Republican House MI Tim Walberg W000798 walberg.house.gov walberg https://walberg.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper Washington, D.C. – Today, as part of Computer Science Education Week, Congressman Tim Walberg announced MacKenzie Bucki as the winner of the 2018 Congressional App Challenge for Michigan's 7th District. MacKenzie, a sophomore at Airport High School in Carleton, is the daughter of Charles and Danyel Bucki. Her winning app, "Finance Land," is financial literacy game designed to teach money management skills to autistic children. "In today's workforce, technology and coding skills are increasingly in-demand, and this competition is a unique way to encourage students to innovate and enhance their skills," said Walberg. "Congratulations to MacKenzie on her thoughtful concept and winning this year's contest. She decided to create her app after volunteering with autistic children and discovering a lack of financial literacy resources available for them. MacKenzie's app shows a tremendous creative spirit and commitment to helping those in her community." The Congressional App Challenge, now in its fourth year, is a nationwide contest designed to highlight the importance of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) education by encouraging students to create an app for a mobile phone, tablet, or computer. By winning the Congressional App Challenge, MacKenzie will be invited to visit Washington, D.C. in the spring to showcase her app to Members of Congress at the House Of Code event. MacKenzie's app will also be displayed in the U.S. Capitol and featured on the House of Representatives website along with other winning entries from around the country. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-27T23:11:43Z
https://www.peters.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/peters-stabenow-announce-407-million-for-infrastructure-projects-in-sault-ste-marie-berrien-county Peters, Stabenow Announce $40.7 Million for Infrastructure Projects in Sault Ste. Marie, Berrien County 2018-12-06 2018 2018-12 Democrat House MI Gary Peters P000595 www.peters.senate.gov     legacy 12.06.18 Peters, Stabenow Announce $40.7 Million for Infrastructure Projects in Sault Ste. Marie, Berrien County Funding will Help Restore Carbide Dock Port Near Soo Locks, Complete US-31 Connection to I-94 in Berrien County WASHINGTON, DC U.S. Senators Gary Peters and Debbie Stabenow today announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) will award two grants totaling $40.7 million for infrastructure projects in Sault Ste. Marie and Berrien County. The $20.7 million will go towards repairs for the Carbide Dock Port, which is located on the same waterway as the Soo Locks and serves as a staging area for vessels needing emergency assistance. The additional $20 million will help directly connect US-31 to I-94 in Berrien County. Michigan is a hub for international commerce and trade, and we need modern infrastructure to support our economy. I applaud today's announcement that two key projects in Michigan will receive federal funding, said Senator Peters, Ranking Member on the Subcommittee on Surface Transportation and Merchant Marine Infrastructure, Safety and Security. The Soo Locks are critical to the flow of goods through the Great Lakes, and this funding will provide much needed repairs to the Carbide Dock Port. Connecting US-31 to Interstate 94 has long been a priority in Southwest Michigan, and I'm pleased that this federal funding will make that route a reality. Reliable and modern infrastructure is critical to Michigan's economy and job creation, said Senator Stabenow. Today's federal investment will help connect two important freeways in Berrien County and make important upgrades near the Soo Locks. The Carbide Dock Port in Sault Ste. Marie is located on the same waterway as the Soo Locks and the Sault Ste. Marie International Bridge. The funding announced today will rehabilitate the Carbide Dock Port and reconstruct connecting truck routes to the Dock. The relocation of US-31 from Napier R… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://dankildee.house.gov/media/press-releases/statement-congressman-dan-kildee-michigan-state-legislature-s-lame-duck-session Statement by Congressman Dan Kildee on Michigan State Legislatures Lame Duck Session 2018-12-05 2018 2018-12 Democrat House MI Dan Kildee K000380 dankildee.house.gov     legacy Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-05) released the following statement on the lame duck session of the Michigan Legislature, where Republicans are pushing legislation to limit the powers of incoming democratically-elected officeholders, as well as actions to limit the use of science when cleaning up toxic chemicals like per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS): This 11th hour power grab by Republicans in the lame duck legislature is an absolute disgrace. Having lost at the ballot box in the last election, Republicans in the Michigan Legislature are pushinglegislation that seeks to overturn the will of the voters and protect special interests. Republicans have introduced legislation to obstruct ballot proposals overwhelmingly passed by Michiganders, including voter-passed laws to legalize marijuana, ensure fair political maps, and expand access to the ballot box. If Republicans have their way, they will cancel wage increases for Michigan workers and take away paid sick leave benefits for families. This extreme Republican power grab would also severely undermine the power of the newly-elected Attorney General and Secretary of State. One bill would also restrict the state from considering scientific studies when addressing toxic PFAS chemicals. Ignoring science will jeopardize public health and hurt progress in cleaning up PFAS contamination around the state. The science shows that these chemicals are harmful to humans and we need to be doing everything we can to expedite remediation. We must do everything we can to stop this blatant abuse of power. Governor Snyder should veto these bills. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-attends-funeral-service-president-george-hw-bush Moolenaar Attends Funeral Service for President George H.W. Bush 2018-12-05 2018 2018-12 Republican House MI John Moolenaar M001194 moolenaar.house.gov     legacy Today, Congressman John Moolenaar, along with his wife Amy,attended the state funeral for former President George H.W. Bush at the National Cathedral in Washington D.C. The service featured tributes from author Jon Meacham, former Prime Minister of Canada Brian Mulroney, former Wyoming Senator Alan Simpson, and former President George W. Bush, the oldest son of the late president. Congressman Moolenaar made the following statement on attending the service: It was a privilege to represent the residents of the Fourth District at the National Cathedral on this nationalday of mourning and to pay tribute to President Bush for his lifetime of service to our country.Today's ceremony was a beautiful celebration of the gracious and generous man who led our nation through a challenging period in world history. All of the speakers made wonderful remarks and the president's son gave a moving speech that undoubtedly made his father very proud. George H.W. Bush was a courageous patriot and history will remember him well. A ticket and the cover of the funeral program for the funeral service of President George H.W. Bush. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=298 Manistique, Bessemer Receive Major Federal Grants For Water Infrastructure Upgrade 2018-12-04 2018 2018-12 Republican House MI Jack Bergman B001301 bergman.house.gov bergman https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx scraper Marquette -Today Congressman Jack Bergman announced $21 million in federal grants, and nearly $8 million in federal loans to replace water and sewage systems in Gogebic and Schoolcraft counties. Congressman Bergman released the following statement and information: "Clean water is essential to the well-being of Michiganders and water quality remains a concern for families throughout the First District of Michigan. This major investment by USDA in water infrastructure in Gogebic and Schoolcraft Counties is encouraging as we seek to ensure access to safe water throughout the state," said Bergman. "These grant dollars will be spent replacing miles of water systems that date back to the early 1900's. I appreciate the Administration's continued investment in rural communities water infrastructure." USDA State Director Jason Allen noted, "Michigan residents are rightly concerned about ensuring water quality. These projects continue USDA’s historic investments in the health and future well-being of our rural communities." Eligible communities and water districts can apply online on the interactive RD Apply tool, or they can apply through one of USDA Rural Development’s state or field offices. The Project Announcements Can Be Found Below: City of Manistique $4.8 million grant, $1.6 million loan. City of Manistique $1.9 million grant, $638,000 loan. City of Bessemer $7.8 million grant, $2.6 million loan. City of Bessemer $8.2 million grant, $2.7 million loan. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-27T23:11:43Z
https://dankildee.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-dan-kildee-announces-class-2023-nominations-us-service-academies Congressman Dan Kildee Announces Class of 2023 Nominations to U.S. Service Academies 2018-12-04 2018 2018-12 Democrat House MI Dan Kildee K000380 dankildee.house.gov     legacy Kildee Annually Nominates High School Seniors for Prestigious Service Academies Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-05) today announced his nominations for the U.S. service academies for the class of 2023. Members of Congress annually nominate students from their district to attend service academies and, if selected, these students will receive a free education and earn a commission in the U.S. military or be selected to serve in the maritime industry. The U.S. military academies are federal academies for undergraduate education and training of commissioned offers for the U.S Armed Forces, including the U.S. Military Academy in West Point, N.Y., the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, Md., The U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Co., the U.S. Coast Guard Academy in New London, Conn., and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy in Kings Point, N.Y. I am proud to announce my nominations for the class of 2023 at our precious military academies. This group of young adults I am nominating represent the best of our country. They have demonstrated their commitment to serve our country and I look forward to following their bright futures, said Congressman Kildee. The nominees are: Wyatt Smith from Grand Blanc; Sarah Fejedelem from Flint; Alejandra Fulgencio from Saginaw; Carter Johnson from Flushing; Jacob Fagerstrom from Clio; Sophia Clements from Fenton; Patrick Perkins from Grand Blanc; Malan Manwaring from Clio; Sarah Cook from Swartz Creek; Brian Case from Davison; Marlando Wade from Flint; and Michael Kramer, who is currently serving on active duty. Every year, Congressman Kildee nominates highly-qualified Michigan students to attend the U.S. Military Academy, the U.S. Naval Academy, the U.S. Air Force Academy, and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy. The fifth service academy, the U.S. Coast Guard Academy, does not require a congressional nomination. The honor of attending a service academy comes with a commitment to serve in the military or maritime service upon graduation. More information about the nomination process for mil… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://debbiedingell.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/dingell-costello-introduce-bipartisan-vawa-health-legislation Dingell, Costello Introduce Bipartisan VAWA Health Legislation 2018-12-04 2018 2018-12 Democrat House MI Debbie Dingell D000624 debbiedingell.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON, DC Representatives Debbie Dingell (MI-12) and Ryan Costello (PA-06) introduced bipartisan legislation to strengthen the health care system's identification, assessment and response to domestic violence, sexual assault and dating violence survivors with an expanded focus on accessing behavioral health and safety resources across the lifespan. Studies show a strong correlation between those receiving mental health and substance abuse services and the likelihood of domestic violence as a root cause. Between 31 and 67 percent of women in substance use disorder treatment programs report experiencing domestic violence within the past year and over 50 percent of survivors of domestic violence have experienced depression, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), substance abuse and suicidal thoughts. More collaboration is needed between health systems and community advocates to ensure victims have the support they need to escape the abuse and improve their overall health and safety. In an effort to bring together mental health and substance abuse treatment centers and domestic and sexual violence service providers, Dingell and Costello introduced the Violence Against Women Health Act. The legislation would build upon the 2013 Violence Against Women Act's (VAWA) health title, a prevention and response initiative that trains health care providers and strengthens collaborations between public health and domestic violence agencies to better identify and serve victims of violence. The Violence Against Women Health Act expands training to behavioral health care providers on how to assess for signs of domestic violence and adds a focus on early childhood programs and abuse in later life to recognize the lifetime impacts of violence and abuse. There is no reason a survivor should face hurdles when trying to connect with the services they need to recover, said Dingell. Medical professionals of all kinds can save lives through a referral to the appropriate domestic violence and sexual assault community services. Our b… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://mitchell.house.gov/media/press-releases/mitchell-rutherford-carbajal-dunn-lawson-smucker-bacon-introduce-school Mitchell, Rutherford, Carbajal, Dunn, Lawson, Smucker, Bacon Introduce School Resource Officer Act 2018-12-04 2018 2018-12 Republican House MI Paul Mitchell M001201 mitchell.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON U.S. Congressmen Paul Mitchell (MI-10), John Rutherford (FL-04), Salud Carbajal (CA-24), Neal Dunn (FL-02), Al Lawson (FL-05), Lloyd Smucker (PA-16), and Don Bacon (NE-02) released the following statements after introducing H.R. 7209, the School Resource Officer Act, which assists law enforcement agencies in hiring additional school resource officers (SROs) by directing funds for cost-share grants to pay the salaries and benefits of SROs. Congressman Mitchell: Throughout meetings I have held on school safety with school administrators and teachers, one thing I consistently heard was that school resource officers (SROs) sworn law enforcement officers are an important component in maintaining a calm and safe learning environment. Having a SRO in a school not only provides a safer atmosphere, but these officers often become an integral part of the school community, serving as a positive influence and a reminder of what we expect of our children. I would know: my oldest son, now a police detective, previously served as a school resource officer for two years in his community. My bipartisan bill, the School Resource Officer Act, will enable more communities to partner with their local police forces to hire additional SROs through the Department of Justice's Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) Program. Congressman Rutherford: As a former sheriff, I know firsthand the import role School Resource Officers (SROs) play in keeping schools safe. My officers regularly reported the positive impact their presence had on both the students and schools in which they served. SROs build relationships with students, parents, and the administration to help identify those who need additional support and how best to assist them. School safety requires a multilayered approach, and this bill will ensure that school districts have the resources they need to hire officers and keep our schools as safe as possible. Congressman Carbajal: When we send our children out the door each morning, a parent wants to know that t… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.peters.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/peters-provision-establishing-great-lakes-coast-guard-center-of-expertise-signed-into-law Peters Provision Establishing Great Lakes Coast Guard Center of Expertise Signed Into Law 2018-12-04 2018 2018-12 Democrat House MI Gary Peters P000595 www.peters.senate.gov     legacy 12.04.18 Peters Provision Establishing Great Lakes Coast Guard Center of Expertise Signed Into Law Center of Expertise Will Study Impacts of Oil Spills in Freshwater Environments WASHINGTON, DC President Donald Trump has signed into law a provision authored by U.S. Senator Gary Peters (MI) to establish a U.S. Coast Guard National Center of Expertise (NCOE) for the Great Lakes. The Great Lakes NCOE will examine the impacts of oil spills in freshwater environments and help develop effective responses. Current oil spill response technologies are primarily designed for saltwater environments. Last year, the then-Commandant of the Coast Guard told Peters at a hearing that the agency was not prepared for an oil spill in the Great Lakes, saying that more science and research must be done. Peters' provision was signed into law as part of broader Coast Guard legislation and he serves on the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee, which has jurisdiction over the Coast Guard. An oil spill in the Great Lakes would be detrimental to our economy, our environment and our drinking water, and I was alarmed to hear that current technology is insufficient to clean up an oil spill in one of our most precious natural resources,said Senator Peters, a member of the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee.The new Coast Guard Great Lakes Center of Expertise will build upon the good work already happening in Michigan to further advance research, development and testing of freshwater oil spill response equipment and protect the Great Lakes for generations to come. I appreciate the support of Sen. Peters for this bipartisan legislation, which includes a provision he championed to establish a Great Lakes Center for Expertise. The Center for Expertise will study and provide valuable insight into freshwater oil spill response efforts and other critical environmental issues affecting the Great Lakes region,sai… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.stabenow.senate.gov/news/senator-stabenow-colleagues-call-for-inspector-general-investigation-into-vas-failure-to-pay-veterans-full-benefits Senator Stabenow, Colleagues Call For Inspector General Investigation into VAs Failure to Pay Veterans Full Benefits 2018-12-04 2018 2018-12 Democrat House MI Debbie Stabenow S000770 www.stabenow.senate.gov     legacy Senator Stabenow, Colleagues Call For Inspector General Investigation into VA's Failure to Pay Veterans Full Benefits Tuesday, December 04, 2018 U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow urged the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Inspector General Michael Missal to launch an investigation into missed or underpaid VA benefits. Stabenow joined Senators Brian Schatz (D-HI) and John Boozman (R-AR) in a bipartisan letter to the VA's Inspector General calling for answers on how the technical errors occurred, how quickly any reimbursements will be made, and how the VA plans to make sure all benefits will continue to be paid out without interruption. The VA's continued ambiguity about whether it will fulfill this legal requirement threatens to erode our veterans' confidence in the VA's ability to deliver promised care and benefits and demands close oversight and accountability, the lawmakers wrote. It is important that VA fix the technical and staffing shortages that contributed to its inability to implement the Forever GI bill so that it can continue to provide housing stipends to veterans. However, we remain resolved that VA make veterans whole for any missed or underpaid benefits based on the housing stipend rates that they were legally entitled to when the changes took effect in August 2018. The letter was also signed by Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Susan Collins (R-ME), Tina Smith (D-MN), Todd Young (R-ID), Kamala Harris (D-CA), Jerry Moran (R-KS), Patty Murray (D-WA), Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) and Doug Jones (D-AL) as well as U.S. Representative Derek Kilmer (D-WA). Earlier this year, Stabenow introduced theStudent Veterans Housing Actto ensure student veterans do not lose VA housing benefits in between academic semesters. In November, Senator Stabenow sent a letter to VA Secretary Robert Wilkie calling for transparency regarding its efforts to expedite processing of living stipend payments for veterans receiving Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits. It is believed hundreds of thousands of vete… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://huizenga.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398778 Zeeland East High School Student Wins Congressional App Challenge 2018-12-03 2018 2018-12 Republican House MI Bill Huizenga H001058 huizenga.house.gov     legacy Today, as part of Computer Science Education Week, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) met with Ethan Visscher to congratulate the Zeeland East High School student on winning the 2018 Second District Congressional App Challenge. Ethan's app, Right on Red, received the highest scores from a panel of local judges who are experts in the technology field. Right on Red is a game in which the user is directing a car with only one control. When the car is the color red, it can only turn right. While playing the game, the user can interact with a feature that modifies game play allowing the user to only turn left and changing the color of the car to blue. The goal is to navigate the course by avoiding obstacles, like rocks or trees, and crossing the finish line to complete the level. Congratulations to Ethan on winning the 2018 Congressional App Challenge, said Congressman Huizenga. Technology, specifically coding, is playing a larger role in our society than ever before. By creating Right on Red,' Ethan has provided a wonderful example of how students across West Michigan can combine what they have learned in the classroom with their own imagination to design a variety of apps. It is encouraging to see students like Ethan enjoy, embrace, and excel in the areas of science, technology, engineering and mathematics. By winning the Congressional App Challenge, Ethan will be invited to visit Washington, D.C. in the spring to showcase his app to Members of Congress and members of the tech community at the #HouseOfCode reception. Right on Red will be displayed in the U.S. Capitol and featured on the House of Representatives website along with other winning entries from around the country. Ethan will also receive Amazon Web Service credits, donated by Amazon Web Services. To view Ethan's Right on Red demonstration, click here. For more information on the Congressional App Challenge, click here. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://upton.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=399138 Upton Comments on Passing of George H.W. Bush 2018-12-01 2018 2018-12 Republican House MI Fred Upton U000031 upton.house.gov     legacy U.S. Rep. Fred Upton, R-St. Joseph, released the following statement after the passing of former President George H.W. Bush: President George H.W. Bush leaves behind a powerful legacy as a war hero, statesman, and consummate public servant. Above all else, he was a dedicated family man. A husband, father, and grandfather whose faith guided his life in everything he endeavored. The World War II generation often spoke to the rest of us about the character and standing of our nation. President Bush's passing certainly reminds us what we desire in our leaders: compassion, honesty, trust, grit, and a duty to try and do the right thing. I knew President Bush well from my days in the Reagan White House with his office right around the corner. His was among the first congratulatory calls on my first election win, campaigning together in New Hampshire, and traveling on Air Force One and Two. Never a day he let his country down. He now joins his wife Barbara in eternal peace. Amey and I join with all Americans to celebrate his life and mourn his death. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://dankildee.house.gov/media/press-releases/statement-congressman-dan-kildee-passing-president-george-h-w-bush Statement by Congressman Dan Kildee on the Passing of President George H. W. Bush 2018-12-01 2018 2018-12 Democrat House MI Dan Kildee K000380 dankildee.house.gov     legacy Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-05) issued the following statement today after the death of President George H. W. Bush: Ijoin all Americans in mourning President Bush's death. President Bush graciously served his country for more than 70 years, not only in the Armed Forces as a Naval aviator during World War II, but also a decades-long career in public service, including as the 41st President of the United States. As the Commander in Chief, Vice President of the United States, U.S. Envoy to China, Director of the Central Intelligence, Ambassador to the United Nations and a Member of Congress, President Bush was a steady and humble leader during challenging times. His legacy and service will be remembered for the better world he left us all. For President Bush, elected office was always about service to others and the greater good. I first met President Bush in 1992, right after the presidential debate in Michigan against Bill Clinton and Ross Perot. President Bush was as kind and generous then as he was later in life. As we celebrate his life's accomplishments and mourn his passing, I know that President Bush and his wife of 73 years, the late Barbara Bush, are once again together now. Jennifer and I extend our condolences to the entire Bush family for their loss. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://moolenaar.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/moolenaar-statement-passing-former-president-george-hw-bush Moolenaar Statement on the Passing of Former President George H.W. Bush 2018-12-01 2018 2018-12 Republican House MI John Moolenaar M001194 moolenaar.house.gov     legacy Last night, George Herbert Walker Bush, the 41st President of the United States, passed away in Houston, Texas. Congressman John Moolenaar made the following statement on the passing of the former president: "President Bush began his service to the American people on his 18th birthday when he joined the military and heroically served as a naval aviator during World War II. In government, he represented our nation at the U.N., directed the CIA, and served as vice president. His own presidency was one of incredible achievement, and his leadership during the end of the Cold War brought millions of people out from under the Iron Curtain and into the free world. After leaving office, he demonstrated the grace and civility that always guided him, and worked closelywith former president Bill Clinton to bring disaster relief to those most in need. "President Bush was a patriot. He was the right man at the right moment in history and we give thanks for his steadfast service to our nation. We raise the Bush family up in our prayers and we are comforted knowing that he is in a better place, reunited with his daughter Robin and his wife Barbara." ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.peters.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/peters-statement-on-passing-of-president-george-hw-bush Peters Statement on Passing of President George H.W. Bush 2018-12-01 2018 2018-12 Democrat House MI Gary Peters P000595 www.peters.senate.gov     legacy 12.01.18 Peters Statement on Passing of President George H.W. Bush WASHINGTON, DC U.S. Senator Gary Peters (MI) today released the following statement on the passing of President George H.W. Bush: With the passing of President George H.W. Bush, the nation has lost a respected lifelong public servant. Whether flying a combat mission over the Pacific as a WWII pilot or representing the United States on the world stage as president, George H.W. Bush demonstrated grace and a fierce dedication to America and her ideals in everything he did. Colleen and I extend our deepest condolences to President George W. Bush, Governor Bush and the entire Bush family as they grieve the loss of their family patriarch. ### Print Email Tweet Previous Article 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.stabenow.senate.gov/news/senator-stabenow-statement-on-passing-of-former-president-george-hw-bush Senator Stabenow Statement on Passing of Former President George H.W. Bush 2018-12-01 2018 2018-12 Democrat House MI Debbie Stabenow S000770 www.stabenow.senate.gov     legacy Senator Stabenow Statement on Passing of Former President George H.W. Bush Saturday, December 01, 2018 WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) released the following statement on the passing of former President George H.W. Bush: We mourn the loss of former President George H.W. Bush and honor his lifetime of service to our country as a Navy pilot in World War II, a diplomat, and a statesman who brought principled leadership to the world. Our hearts are with the entire Bush family during this difficult time. Previous Article 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://dankildee.house.gov/media/press-releases/statement-congressman-dan-kildee-president-trump-s-new-nafta Statement by Congressman Dan Kildee on President Trumps New NAFTA 2018-11-30 2018 2018-11 Democrat House MI Dan Kildee K000380 dankildee.house.gov     legacy Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-05) issued the following statement after President Trump signed the United States Mexico Canada Agreement: Michigan families have been hurt by unfair trade deals in the past, so it's important we get any new agreement right. Simply renaming NAFTA,however, will not protect good paying jobs and grow our economy. Any new trade deal must put the middle class and working people first. As Congress receives the details and specific language for this new agreement, I need to see stronger enforcement mechanisms of higher labor and environmental standards, which will help Americans compete in a global economy.In the coming weeks, I'll be watching to see if Mexico reforms its labor laws to ensure workers are paid for an honest day's work. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://debbiedingell.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/dingell-recycling-nafta-won-t-help-american-workers-industry Dingell: Recycling NAFTA Wont Help American Workers, Industry 2018-11-30 2018 2018-11 Democrat House MI Debbie Dingell D000624 debbiedingell.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON, DC Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) made the following statement after President Trump signed the United States Mexico Canada Agreement (USMCA): Simply giving NAFTA a new name won't give us any new results. Jobs will continue to move out of the country and overseas until trade agreements put workers in America first. The administration will try to sell this deal as a win for American workers. If President Trump is ready to bring stability to trade policy and to craft a deal that levels the playing field and brings jobs back to our country, I'll work with him. But signing a document simply to say the President made a deal won't help American workers and won't keep jobs in the US. Just this week we have witnessed the real effect of unfair trade policies as GM shutters more plants and leaves over 6,200 hardworking men and women's jobs hanging in the balance. Americans deserve policies that will improve job stability and fair trade and not just words, but real actions. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://lawrence.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-lawrence-sends-letter-gov-rick-snyder-apply-grants-support-laid Rep. Lawrence Sends Letter to Gov. Rick Snyder to Apply for Grants to Support Laid Off Workers 2018-11-30 2018 2018-11 Democrat House MI Brenda Lawrence L000581 lawrence.house.gov     legacy "In light of General Motor's announcement to end production at the Detroit-Hamtramck Assembly Plant, I have sent a letter to Governor Rick Snyder urging the state of Michigan to apply for the National Dislocated Workers Grants. These grants would help with reemploying laid off workers and enhancing their employability and earnings while also ensuring the city of Detroit and southeast Michigan have the proper resources to help the affected workers maintain their livelihood. This community and these workers deserve better. The time is now!" ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://dankildee.house.gov/media/press-releases/statement-congressman-dan-kildee-reports-michigan-businesses-are-violation Statement by Congressman Dan Kildee on Reports that Michigan Businesses Are In Violation of Michigan Water Quality Regulations 2018-11-29 2018 2018-11 Democrat House MI Dan Kildee K000380 dankildee.house.gov     legacy Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-05) issued the following statement after it was reported that the state of Michigan is aware that certain Michigan businesses are discharging per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in levels exceeding Michigan law: The state of Michigan must enforce water quality laws immediately and be fully transparent with residents if waterways in Michigan are contaminated. We know PFAS are dangerous chemicals and we should be doing everything we can to keep our communities safe, including enforcing existing laws that protect public health and the environment. I will continue to work with my Republican and Democratic colleagues to regulate PFAS at a federal level, expedite cleanup efforts and keep Michigan families safe. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://debbiedingell.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/dingell-elected-house-democratic-leadership-position Dingell Elected to House Democratic Leadership Position 2018-11-29 2018 2018-11 Democrat House MI Debbie Dingell D000624 debbiedingell.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON, DC Today, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) was elected by her colleagues to serve as Co-Chair of the House Democratic Policy and Communications Committee (DPCC). Dingell will work with DPCC Chair David Cicilline (D-RI) and fellow Co-Chairs Ted Lieu (D-CA) and Matt Cartwright (D-PA) to develop the Caucus policy agenda and communications strategy. Thank you to my colleagues who elected me to serve as a Co-Chair of the Democratic Policy and Communications Committee. It's an honor to join my colleagues David Cicilline, Ted Lieu, and Matt Cartwright to help shape Democratic strategy and message for the next two years. Two years ago, I predicted Donald Trump could become President. I listened to people in my district and many of them didn't think Democrats cared about them. During the next two years, no matter your district or background, we have to listen to the working men and women and show them we are going to deliver on issues that matter to them. They want good-paying jobs; access to quality, affordable healthcare; and after working a lifetime they want to have a safe and secure retirement. They want stable trade policies that keep manufacturing jobs in our country, and protections that keep our air and water clean while conserving the environment for generations to come. Democrats also take seriously their Constitutional responsibility to hold the Administration accountable and to protect the fundamental civil rights of freedom of religion, speech and the press. Democrats in Congress are already working hard for the American people, and I look forward to working with every single member of the Democratic Caucus. I'm honored to serve among leadership. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://debbiedingell.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/dingell-names-new-chief-staff Dingell Names New Chief of Staff 2018-11-29 2018 2018-11 Democrat House MI Debbie Dingell D000624 debbiedingell.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON, DC Today, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) named Dearborn-native and long-time aide Greg Sunstrum as her Chief of Staff. Sunstrum will take over for Peter Chandler, who will begin a new role with TechNet a trade association advocating for the innovation economy after serving in Dingell's office for more than three years. The ending of a Congress and the start of a new session often witness change as people decide to try new challenges and opportunities, said Dingell. Peter was an invaluable member of Team Dingell. For over 20 years, he dedicated his career to public service and improving the lives of working men and women, first for the people in Maine, and then in Michigan and across the country. Greg is well prepared to meet this new challenge and his experience will ensure a smooth transition into the next Congress. I'm proud of our team and look forward to continuing to serve the people of the 12th Congressional District. Sunstrum has been Legislative Director and Deputy Chief of Staff since Dingell came to Congress in 2015. He advised Dingell in the areas of healthcare, autos, and pensions issues she cares deeply about and are pivotal her legislative agenda. Sunstrum began his career on Capitol Hill working for Former Congressman John Dingell after graduating from the University of Michigan. Sunstrum grew up in Dearborn, MI. Every day it's an honor to come to work on behalf of the hard-working men and women of Southeast Michigan, said Sunstrum. Michigan's 12th Congressional District is my home and I'm eager to continue fighting for the issues that will make a difference in the lives of Americans. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://debbiedingell.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/dingell-statement-pension-committee Dingell Statement on Pension Committee 2018-11-29 2018 2018-11 Democrat House MI Debbie Dingell D000624 debbiedingell.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON, DC Today, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) issued the following statement after the Pension Select Committee announced it could not reach an agreement by the November 30 deadline: While it's disappointing that the Joint Select Committee could not reach an agreement prior toNovember 30, our commitment to protecting pensions will not waver. The Committee did invaluable work in shining light on this looming catastrophe and bringing a diverse group of stakeholders together to discuss solutionsto bring much-needed certainty and relief to worried pensioners. But there remains an urgent need to act. The PBGC will run out of funds by 2025 and millions of retirees pensions will be at risk sooner than that. Our to-do list only grows longer as wecontinue our work to find a solution that protects pensions workers have earned, gives employers the certainty they need, and puts the entire multiemployer system on solid footing going forward. Pension Select Committee Co-Chairman Sherrod Brown (D-OH) and Orrin Hatch (R-UT) announced a commitment to keep working toward a solution to fix the pension crisis despite not meeting the November 30 deadline. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://lawrence.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/reps-lawrence-frankel-speier-kuster-call-sec-devos-rescind-title-ix Reps. Lawrence, Frankel, Speier, Kuster Call on Sec. DeVos to Rescind Title IX Proposed Rules 2018-11-29 2018 2018-11 Democrat House MI Brenda Lawrence L000581 lawrence.house.gov     legacy Washington, DC Today, the leadership of the Democratic Women's Working Group (DWWG), Representatives Jackie Speier (CA-14), Lois Frankel (FL-21), and Brenda Lawrence (MI-14), as well as Representative Annie Kuster (NH-02) and 76 of their House colleagues sent a letter to Department of Education Secretary Betsy DeVos condemning her recently proposed rule for Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972 (Title IX). The letter urges Secretary DeVos to withdraw these dangerous proposed policy changes and arrange meetings with a broad range of survivors and survivor advocacy organizations to develop meaningful guidance on Title IX that protects all students. This rule is a blatant attempt to silence survivors of sexual harassment and violence and force them back into the shadows. A year after the Me Too movement went viral, we will not tolerate a system that shames and blames victims, the Representatives said. The epidemic of sexual harassment and violence in our K-12 schools and on college campuses continues to be a threat to students' rights to pursue their education. We cannot condone proposals that will result in fewer survivors coming forward to report their assaults and make it harder for those who do to seek justice. You must do more, not less, to ensure the safety of students across the country. The proposed rule is Secretary DeVos' latest attempt to roll back protections for survivors of sexual harassment and violence in our K-12 schools and on college campuses. In September of 2017, the Department of Education received over 16,000 formal comments during the public comment period on deregulation, which showed overwhelming support for the Obama Administration's 2011 and 2014 Title IX guidance documents. This guidance built upon previous policy precedent from the Clinton and G.W. Bush administrations. Despite this support Secretary DeVos chose to rescind these critical civil rights documents and released inadequate interim guidance that has left schools and survivors in limbo for over a year. The Represent… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://levin.house.gov/press-release/levin-statement-planned-signing-new-nafta Levin Statement on Planned Signing of New NAFTA 2018-11-29 2018 2018-11 Democrat House MI Sander Levin L000263 levin.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON, D.C. - Representative Sandy Levin (D-MI) issued the following statement regarding the planned signing of the renegotiated North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA): The fatal flaw of the original NAFTA signed 25 years ago the lack of assured and real labor reform in Mexico remains the major weakness of the new NAFTA, or USMCA, being signed tomorrow. The agreement fails to forcefully and directly address, in language and in practice, this fundamental issue. Failing that, it will only lock in the status quo of massive outsourcing to Mexico for decades to come and its consequences. Under NAFTA, Mexico sought to attract foreign capital by keeping workers' wages at rock bottom levels through the denial of basic labor rights. Mexico now has close to the lowest worker pay in the entire industrial world lower than even China. This not only denied Mexican workers a path to the middle class, but also suppressed wages and took jobs from U.S. workers, especially in auto manufacturing and parts. The election of new leadership in Mexico provides that, after 25 years of a trade agreement built on the lowest economic common denominator, there is hope that there will be real change. But hope must become reality in the daily lives of workers. The initial breakthrough of the May 10th provision on labor standards must lead to a dramatic change in the status quo. Mexico's industrial policy of suppressed wages must be dismantled. This means direct steps to end Mexico's thousands of so-called protection contracts, signed without the support or even the knowledge of workers, as well as other key reforms must take place before the U.S. Congress votes on any new NAFTA. And there must be strong assurances of continued, vigorous enforcement. Indirect efforts, such as new rules of origin, will simply not get the job done. Anything less would be a grave injustice to American workers and likely a dead-end in a new Democratic House of Representatives. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.peters.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/peters-bill-to-commemorate-end-of-wwii-passes-senate Peters Bill to Commemorate End of WWII Passes Senate 2018-11-29 2018 2018-11 Democrat House MI Gary Peters P000595 www.peters.senate.gov     legacy 11.29.18 Peters Bill to Commemorate End of WWII Passes Senate WASHINGTON, DC U.S. Senator Gary Peters, a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, today applauded Senate passage of legislation he introduced to establish a commemorative program ahead of the 75th anniversary of World War II in 2020. The program's goals are to honor veterans, educate the public about the history of World War II, highlight the service of the men and women who served our nation on the home front during the war, recognize the contributions of our allies and remember the horrors of the Holocaust. Peters, who is a former Lt. Commander in the U.S. Navy Reserve and the son of a World War II veteran, introduced the bill with Senators Jim Inhofe (R-OK), Jack Reed (D-RI), Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) and Dean Heller (R-NV). When the forces of tyranny threatened the annihilation of our values and our way of life, an entire generation of Americans answered the call to defeat evil in its worst forms, said Senator Peters. I am pleased the Senate has passed this bipartisan effort to honor the servicemen and women of World War II as we approach the 75th anniversary of the end of the war. Michigan built the Arsenal of Democracy that overwhelmed the Axis Powers on battlefields across the globe, and this legislation will ensure the war and its impact on history will always be remembered. The legislation, 75th Anniversary of World War II Commemoration Act, would authorize the Secretary of Defense to conduct a program that supports federal, state and local governments as well as non-profit organizations and groups organizing commemorative events and direct the Department of Defense to consult with United States Holocaust Memorial Museum regarding commemorative activities. Federal funding for the program would be matched with private donations and in-kind contributions to support federal, state and local governments as well as non-profit organizations and groups conducting 75th Anniversary of World War II commemorative activities. Peters… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://dankildee.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-dan-kildee-calls-president-trump-work-democrats-national Congressman Dan Kildee Calls on President Trump to Work with Democrats on National Manufacturing Policy to Support American Workers 2018-11-28 2018 2018-11 Democrat House MI Dan Kildee K000380 dankildee.house.gov     legacy Kildee Speaks on the House Floor Against Plant Closures, Layoffs WASHINGTON Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-05) spoke out on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives today, November 28, 2018, against recent manufacturing plant closures in Michigan. During his speech, Kildee expressed the need for the President to work with a new Democratic majority in the 116th Congress on national manufacturing and trade policy that supports American workers, not just the wealthiest Americans and biggest corporations. On October 31, 2016, during the campaign, then-Candidate Trump traveled to Warren, Michigan, and promised Michigan workers that you won't lose one plant. I promise you that. One of the plant closures announced this week was just miles from where Trump spoke in 2016. The full video of Congressman Kildee's remarks on the House floor can be found here: A full transcript of the speech is below: Thank you, Mr. Speaker. During the campaign, then-Candidate Trump came to Warren, Michigan and promised workers and, I quote, You won't lose one plant. I promise you that.' The President's promises ring hollow. Just this week, General Motors planned to close five plants, including factories in Michigan just miles where President Trump made his broken campaign promise. These plant closures are symbolic of the Trump economy, one that does not work for the American worker. It works for board room executives. It works for wealthy shareholders. It works for corporations and the people at the very top. I'm a Flint, Michigan, kid. General Motors was founded in my hometown. We know what happens when companies move their jobs overseas. We used to have 80,000 auto jobs in my town, now less than 10,000. These plant closures have a devastating impact on the lives of thousands of people. We need an economy that works for everyone and we need a President that's willing to work with Democrats and Republicans to craft an industrial policy that puts America to work, that stands up for the American worker. No more hollow promises, Mr. Pre… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://debbiedingell.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/dingell-statement-ford-jobs-announcement Dingell Statement on Ford Jobs Announcement 2018-11-28 2018 2018-11 Democrat House MI Debbie Dingell D000624 debbiedingell.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON, DC Today, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) made the following statement after Ford announcement about jobs: Ford's announcement today continues to be a warning about the strength of the auto industry in this country. We all must pay attention to what this means for workers, the industry, and the whole economy. While I am deeply disturbed at the elimination of a shift in my district, I appreciate Ford's concern for their employees and their commitment to keeping jobs in the US. Democrats and Republicans must continue to work together to ensure we have a strong, healthy economy that supports workers, provides good-paying jobs, levels the playing field with strong consistent trade policies, and keeps our country as the world leader in transforming mobility. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.peters.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/peters-floor-remarks-opposing-consumer-financial-protection-bureau-nominee-kathleen-kraninger Peters Floor Remarks Opposing Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Nominee Kathleen Kraninger 2018-11-28 2018 2018-11 Democrat House MI Gary Peters P000595 www.peters.senate.gov     legacy 11.28.18 Peters Floor Remarks Opposing Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Nominee Kathleen Kraninger WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senator Gary Peters (D-MI) spoke on the Senate floor today in opposition of the nomination of Kathleen Kraninger to be the Director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. Below is video of his remarks and text as prepared for delivery: Mr. President, I rise today in opposition to the nomination of Kathleen Kraninger to be Director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, or CFPB. This is one of the most important positions in our entire government, a job dedicated to protecting consumers from fraudsters, predatory lending and dangerous financial products that can drive families to bankruptcy. Ms. Kraninger does not have the experience, or the values, to hold such an important job. She has fully endorsed this Administration's ongoing efforts to systematically dismantle protections for consumers. This time last year, I led over 40 of my colleagues in writing to the President urging him to nominate a professional, bipartisan expert with a proven record of being tough on financial institutions that rip off consumers. Instead, this Administration has spent the past year working to gut the CFPB under Interim Director Mulvaney. They have frozen data collection of consumer complaints and undermined enforcement tools. They have slow-walked enforcement actions and weakened protections for service members and seniors. They have stripped the Fair Lending Office of enforcement powers and closed the Office of Students and Young Consumers. Ms. Kraninger supports all of these actions, and all of these actions run contrary to the mission and purpose of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. This nominee is not a bipartisan professional with a proven record of financial enforcement, she is a politically driven choice who will dismantle protections for our military and veterans, our students and seniors and all American consumers. Mr. President, I had the honor of serving on th… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://huizenga.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398775 Huizenga Supports Bipartisan Bill to Protect Great Lakes, Enhance Coast Guard Operations 2018-11-27 2018 2018-11 Republican House MI Bill Huizenga H001058 huizenga.house.gov     legacy Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) released the following statement after the House passed S. 140, the Frank Lobiondo Coast Guard Authorization Act. This bipartisan legislation takes commonsense steps to safeguard the Great Lakes, minimize the threat posed by invasive species, and increase economic opportunity. This bipartisan legislation continues to make the Great Lakes a national priority while also taking important steps to preserve and protect the Lakes for future generations. Specifically the legislation will allow states across the Great Lakes to work together to modernize how ballast water is regulated which will help prevent the spread of potential invasive species. This cooperative approach will also provide regulatory certainty for commercial shippers on the Great Lakes that support thousands of jobs in communities across Michigan and throughout the region. Another way this important legislation takes steps to protect the Great Lakes is by establishing a U.S. Coast Guard National Center of Expertise (NCOE) for the Great Lakes. The NCOE will serve as a research, training, testing, and deployment hub for freshwater oil spill response. To date, most of the research and preparedness training has focused on responding to events in saltwater. With millions of Americans relying on the Great Lakes as their source of drinking water, livelihood, and recreation, I am glad to see Congress reach across the aisle to actively work to protect the largest source of fresh water on the planet. I continue to believe that a healthy Great Lakes ecosystem is critical to having a strong, vibrant, and healthy Great Lakes economy. This bipartisan bill helps us preserve our pristine natural resources for future generations while maintaining our ability to grow and harness their economic potential. S. 140 has already passed the Senate and now heads to the President's desk for his signature. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://upton.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=399137 PASSED: Upton Provision for Saugatuck Chain Ferry 2018-11-27 2018 2018-11 Republican House MI Fred Upton U000031 upton.house.gov     legacy U.S. Rep. Fred Upton, R-St. Joseph, today applauded passage of S. 140, the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2018. Included in this package is a provision, authored by Upton, which would exempt the Saugatuck Chain Ferry from the requirement under section 8902 of title 46, United States Code, that the vessel be operated by an individual licensed by the Coast Guard. Come spring, the historic Saugatuck Chain Ferry will be moving again, said Upton. Our bipartisan efforts will exempt the Chain Ferry from being operated by an individual licensed by the Coast Guard. As local leaders have expressed repeatedly, the Chain Ferry is a hand-cranked vessel and the current regulations are woefully outdated. We're hopeful we can get this modernization effort across the finish line as soon as possible, understanding the importance of the Chain Ferry to the entire Saugatuck community. This is welcome news and Saugatuck thanks Congressman Upton for his hard work on this issue, said Saugatuck City Manager Kirk Harrier. The safety of our passengers who ride the ferry is of utmost importance to us, but given the unique attributes of the vessel, no specialized machinery, and the measures we have in place, we are confident that we can ensure their safety without undertaking the significant burdens inherent in operating with an individual licensed by the Coast Guard. We're excited to start back up on Memorial Day. Upton had previously authored a letter to Congressional leaders to push for this provision. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://dankildee.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-dan-kildee-trump-s-economy-does-not-work-american-worker Congressman Dan Kildee: Trumps Economy Does Not Work for the American Worker 2018-11-27 2018 2018-11 Democrat House MI Dan Kildee K000380 dankildee.house.gov     legacy Kildee Discusses General Motors' Decision to Lay Off Thousands of Workers in Michigan, North America WASHINGTON Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-05) appeared on CNN today, Tuesday, November 27, 2018, to discuss the recent announcement by General Motors to close five manufacturing plants in North America, including in Michigan. On CNN, Congressman Kildee stated GM's decision was symbolic of the Trump economy working for only the wealthiest Americans, shareholders and corporations. To me, this is really symbolic of the Trump economy. The Trump economy does not work for the American worker. It works for stockholders and people at the top. And he promised, actually on October 31, 2016, he was in Warren, Michigan, and he promised that no plants would close. He essentially made a guarantee. He's been made a fool of once again, Congressman Kildee said. This is why the President needs to stop tweeting about this. He needs to stop bloviating about the promises that he is going to make, and he actually needs to roll up his sleeves and get to work on policy that actually helps American workers. So far, he has not done this. This Trump economy rewards people at the top and then leaves autoworkers looking for a job after 20 or 25 years, Congressman Kildee continued. The full video can be found here: A full transcript of the interview is below: BROOKE BALDWIN: The President tweeted he is disappointed in GM and its CEO and is now looking at cutting all GM subsidies. With me now, Congressman Dan Kildee, a Democratic Congressman from Michigan where two of these two GM plants, Warren and Detroit, are set to close. So, Congressman Kildee, thank you for being with me, first of all. Let's begin with the Presidents tweets. Have you looked, and how would you respond? REP. DAN KILDEE: Well I just saw them, and it doesn't make any sense. This is no coordinated policy on his part. What it looks like to me, is that the President has been made a fool of by his own words and now he is trying to hit back. He's trying to divert attention back to Ge… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://debbiedingell.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/dingell-statement-dismissal-siddiqui-family-lawsuit Dingell Statement on Dismissal of Siddiqui Family Lawsuit 2018-11-27 2018 2018-11 Democrat House MI Debbie Dingell D000624 debbiedingell.house.gov     legacy TAYLOR, MI Today, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) made the following statement after a judge dismissed the Siddiqui Family's lawsuit against the US Marine Corps: We have a moral responsibility to hold those responsible accountable for Private Siddiqui's death and continue to pursue justice for the Siddiqui family. No family should have to endure this kind of tragedy. I continue to believe that the coroner should revisit the suicide declaration as even the Marine's investigation shows not all the facts were present at the time of the ruling. My office remains committed to serving the Siddiqui family through their loss and help them find any peace of mind possible. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://lawrence.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congresswoman-lawrence-statement-gm-plant-closures-announcement Congresswoman Lawrence Statement on GM Plant Closures Announcement 2018-11-27 2018 2018-11 Democrat House MI Brenda Lawrence L000581 lawrence.house.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. Today, Congresswoman Brenda Lawrence (D-MI) made the following statement after General Motor's announcement about job cuts: As many prepare to enjoy this holiday season with family and friends, thousands of autoworkers abruptly received word that they must now prepare to be unemployed. This decision will have a profoundly damaging effect on American workers and families; many of whom live in communities in dire need of more job opportunities, not less. As the Representative of constituents who will be directly affected by the Metro Detroit area plant closures, this decision is an especially hard-hit home to the Motor City and many Michiganders. Too many hard-working Americans face challenges in safeguarding worker's rights and job security protections all while dealing with the daily trials of income inequality. This is a time for us to come together and do all we can to support our American workforce. I have spoken with the UAW Regional Director in Michigan, and I look forward to working with them to find solutions and support for those who have been affected by these closures and cuts. Innovation and upward mobility of our American companies is certainly important for our economy; however, this success should not be at the expense of our American workforce. I have personally reached out to the GM CEO to speak on this matter and am awaiting a response. Also, Congress must do more to ensure that our laws and regulation protect our American workers as our auto industries continues their legacy as one of the great prides of our nation. We will continue to be engaged on the frontlines in support of our American workforce. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://levin.house.gov/press-release/levin-responds-gm%E2%80%99s-announced-job-losses Levin Responds to GMs Announced Job Losses 2018-11-27 2018 2018-11 Democrat House MI Sander Levin L000263 levin.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON, D.C. - Representative Sandy Levin (D-MI) issued the following statement in response to General Motors' announced plans to stop production at 5 of its plants, including one in Warren, MI: The recent General Motors announcement must serve as a major wake up call - for the entire nation, not only workers. The GM announcement highlights the grievous flaw in the old NAFTA, which remains with the new one as currently negotiated. Mexico's persistent, suppressed low wages of a few dollars per hour caused a major outsourcing of vehicle and supplier production to Mexico, suppressing American wages and creating job loss. A signing of the new NAFTA as negotiated and implemented to date will only bake in the old NAFTA for another 30 years, absent dramatic new changes in law and in practice. Not changes in rules of origin or loose talk about tariffs. The outsourcing over the years to Mexico involved trucks and SUVs and their components, now the major source of American purchases for passenger vehicles. The failure to act on our past pleas to face up to this reality will hopefully now be heard and acted on by responsible parties. Rep. Levin has continually pressed for real labor reform in Mexico. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://mitchell.house.gov/media/press-releases/mitchell-responds-usace-final-brandon-road-study-regarding-asian-carp Mitchell Responds to USACE Final Brandon Road Study Regarding Asian Carp 2018-11-27 2018 2018-11 Republican House MI Paul Mitchell M001201 mitchell.house.gov     legacy I'm pleased the U.S. Army Corps Engineers released its final Brandon Road Integrated Feasibility Study and Environmental Impact Statement, said Mitchell. It's hard to overstate the risk our Great Lakes face from invasive species, and the Brandon Road Lock and Dam Site is the last barrier preventing Asian Carp from reaching the Great Lakes Basin. This report allows stakeholders and policy makers in Congress, the Administration, and state and local governments to make informed decisions about future Brandon Road efforts and infrastructure to keep Asian Carp from invading the Great Lakes. Preventing invasive species like Asian Carp from reaching the Great Lakes has been one of my priorities in Congress, and I will continue doing anything I can to protect Michigan's greatest natural resource. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.peters.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/peters-colleagues-urge-hud-to-improve-oversight-of-lead-poisoning-prevention-programs Peters, Colleagues Urge HUD to Improve Oversight Of Lead Poisoning Prevention Programs 2018-11-27 2018 2018-11 Democrat House MI Gary Peters P000595 www.peters.senate.gov     legacy 11.27.18 Peters, Colleagues Urge HUD to Improve Oversight Of Lead Poisoning Prevention Programs WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senator Gary Peters (D-MI), along with nine of his Senate colleagues, sent a letter to the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) urging the agency to immediately improve its oversight of lead-based paint hazards in federally-assisted housing to ensure that families and children are protected from exposure to lead. The letter comes on the heels of a Government Accountability Office (GAO) report recommending that HUD take immediate action to improve all of its protocols for identifying and remediating the presence of lead-based paint hazards in federally-assisted housing. While we appreciate HUD's recent efforts to adopt a lower blood lead level threshold equivalent to the CDC's standard for lead exposure in children that requires action, the GAO report makes clear that HUD should improve virtually all of its protocols for identifying and remediating the presence of lead-based paint hazards in federally-assisted housing,the Senators wrote.Given the overwhelming evidence of the dire long-term health and financial costs associated with lead poisoning, we urge HUD to take immediate action to implement the recommendations outlined in the GAO report. Peters authored a bipartisan amendment with Senator Todd Young (R-IN) that passed the Senate earlier this year requiring the GAO to conduct a study investigating the current efforts of HUD and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to mitigate exposure to lead, including through home demolitions and renovations.Joining Peters on the letter are U.S. Senators Dick Durbin (D-IL), Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI), Debbie Stabenow (D-MI), Ben Cardin (D-MD), Chris Van Hollen (D-MD), Tammy Duckworth (D-IL), Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY), Cory Booker (D-NJ) and Patty Murray (D-WA). According to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), lead-based paint hazards, such as dust containing lead and chips from deteriorated lead-based paint, are… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=293 UPDATE: Army Corps Work Plan Includes $32 Million To Build NEW Lock 2018-11-26 2018 2018-11 Republican House MI Jack Bergman B001301 bergman.house.gov bergman https://bergman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx scraper Last week Rep. Jack Bergman announced the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers FY19 work plan would include funding to begin construction on a new Poe-sized Lock in Sault Ste. Marie. This $32 Million allocation for FY19 will be used to complete design work and begin construction in Sault Ste. Marie after over 30 years of delay. The Army Corps has posted the work plan online and the Locks project can be found on page five. Additionally, the Army Corps issued a press release today highlighting the new funding for the Lock, which can be found HERE. Rep. Bergman applauded the Trump Administration, his colleagues in the House and Senate, as well as the Army Corps of Engineers for working together to make a new Lock a reality. The full release from Wednesday can be found below. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Washington -Today, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers submitted to Congress its updated FY19 work plan, which includes funding for construction of a new Poe-sized lock at the Soo Locks complex. Congressman Jack Bergman released the following statement in response: "This is great news for Michigan’s First District, the Great Lakes region, and the entire U.S. economy, which relies on the Soo Locks. I'm proud of the progress we’ve made to finally break ground on a project that’s been delayed for decades. I also applaud the Trump Administration for acknowledging the importance of a new Lock, and for working with the House, Senate, and Great Lakes industries to make construction of a new Lock in Sault Ste. Marie a reality. This new construction funding, coupled with the $57 million allocated in FY18 for modernization of the Poe, is a great next step. I’m looking forward to working with my colleagues to continue getting the job done for northern Michigan and the Upper Peninsula." Earlier this year, Congressman Jack Bergman joined Rep. John Moolenaar, and Rep. Paul Mitchell, leading a letter requesting new money be allocated towards the c… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-27T23:10:16Z
https://dankildee.house.gov/media/press-releases/statement-congressman-dan-kildee-general-motors-decision-close-plants-cut Statement by Congressman Dan Kildee on General Motors Decision to Close Plants, Cut Thousands of Jobs 2018-11-26 2018 2018-11 Democrat House MI Dan Kildee K000380 dankildee.house.gov     legacy Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-05) issued the following statement following General Motors' announcement that they will close five North American factories and cut thousands of jobs in Michigan and across the country: The American people and the federal government have supported General Motors through difficult times and the industry should have the back of American workers. In a time of huge corporate tax cuts and back-to-back years of record operating profits, General Motors should be investing in American workers, not shipping jobs overseas. Auto workers made sacrifices during the Great Recession and it is wrong to lay off thousands of American manufacturing jobs now. I ask that General Motors reconsider its plan to close these plants and lay off thousands of American workers. America has the best workers in the world. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z

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