url,title,date,year,month,party,chamber,state,member_name,bioguide_id,domain,scraper,source,date_source,text,has_text,collected_at,updated_at https://stabenow.senate.gov?p=press_release&id=1238,Senator Stabenow Nominates 33 Michigan Students to Service Academies,2013-12-30,2013,2013-12,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,stabenow.senate.gov,,,legacy,"Upper Peninsula Office 1901 W. Ridge Suite 7 Marquette, MI 49855 Phone: (906) 228-8756 Northern Michigan Office 3335 S. Airport Road West Suite 6B Traverse City, MI 49684 Phone: (231) 929-1031 West Michigan Office 3280 E. Beltline Court NE Suite 400 Grand Rapids, MI 49525 Phone: (616) 975-0052 Mid-Michigan Office 221 W. Lake Lansing Road Suite 100 East Lansing, MI 48823 Phone: (517) 203-1760 Southeast Michigan Office 719 Griswold St. Suite 700 Detroit, MI 48226 Phone: (313) 961-4330 Flint/Saginaw Bay Office 432 N. Saginaw St Suite 301 Flint, MI 48502 Phone: (810) 720-4172 Washington DC 731 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, D.C. 20510-2204 Phone: (202) 224-4822",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140221134357/http://www.stabenow.senate.gov/?p=video&id=1227,Wishing You and Your Family a Happy Holiday Season,2013-12-20,2013,2013-12,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"Skip to Content Text Size: M   L   XL Stay Connected: Home Services Agency Assistance Capitol Flags Grant, Procurement & Funding Assistance Special Recognitions Student Resource Center Visiting Washington, D.C. Issues Key Issues Legislation News News Biography Press Kit Contact Contact Newsletter Sign Up Biography About Debbie Photo Gallery Committee Assignments Wishing You and Your Family a Happy Holiday Season",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140221124146/http://www.stabenow.senate.gov/?p=press_release&id=1225,"Sen. Stabenow, Glenn Close Push for Excellence in Mental Health Act",2013-12-18,2013,2013-12,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"Award-winning actress and mental health advocate Glenn Close joined U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow and Roy Blunt, mental health advocates, veterans and law enforcement to urge Congress to pass bipartisan mental health legislation approved in committee last week. Ms. Close is the founder of Bring Change 2 Mind, an organization that works to end the stigma and discrimination against those living with mental illness. Ms. Close also met with Senators to urge action on the Stabenow-Blunt Excellence in Mental Health Act. Last Thursday, a version of the Excellence in Mental Health Act, authored by Stabenow and Blunt, was passed in the Senate Finance Committee as an amendment to so-called ‘doc-fix' legislation (the SGR bill), widely considered to be ""must-pass"" legislation. If Congress doesn't act on the SGR bill, physicians would see their payments slashed, potentially jeopardizing access to care for seniors across the country. The amendment will set up demonstration programs across the country to improve mental health care quality and expand access to mental health treatment. The Excellence in Mental Health Act continues to build more bipartisan support and momentum for passage. Glenn Close said: ""It is critical that people come out and talk about mental illness to reduce the stigma surrounding those living with mental illness. This legislation is so important in the effort to expand access to mental health services and improve the quality of treatment available. With reduced stigma and discrimination, and increased access to quality care, people living with mental illness can get the treatment they need."" Sen. Stabenow said: ""Mental health issues touch every family in some way. Our bipartisan bill expands access and improves quality of care so people can get the treatment they need and live healthy, successful lives. We had a major victory last week, we've got tremendous momentum, and we're going to keep working hard until this bill gets done."" Sen. Blunt said: ""This is an important step forward as we work to fix America's mental health policies. We've got a model that works to solve these important problems. It's time for Congress to act."" Faustino Venzor, who is living with mental illness and receiving treatment, said: ""I have struggled with manic depression for most of my life, and I experienced an acute psychiatric crisis in 2001. I was saved that day that by quick action taken by my mother and by a community clinic where I was taken to receive treatment. Today, I am grateful to be in recovery, I have a loving wife and a baby on the way, and I've been admitted to Columbia University. I know firsthand the difference that intensive community-based services can make in the lives of people with serious mental illness, which is why I support the Excellence in Mental Health Act."" Linda Rosenberg, President/CEO of National Council for Behavioral Health, said: ""Reducing the stigma around mental illness and engaging with those living with mental health issues can increase the likelihood we may be able to help get people proper treatment. This legislation can help people overcome barriers and connect them to the care they need. Passing this legislation is one of our organization's top priorities."" Justin Constantine, Board Member, Wounded Warriors Project and Iraq Veteran, said: ""Within our military and our American society at large, it is critical that we reduce the stigma attached to seeking behavioral health care. Seeking the help you need and deserve is a sign of strength, not weakness, and shows maturity and confidence. Making mental health care options available on a larger scale is a huge step in the right direction. The bipartisan Excellence in Mental Health Act does just that by expanding access and improving the quality of care."" Alexander Nicholson, Legislative Director, Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America, said: ""This important legislation will further expand efforts to connect more veterans to mental health resources. Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America stands with Senators Stabenow and Blunt in their effort to make sure that veterans, and all Americans living with mental illness, can get access to the treatment they need."" Dr. Barbara Van Dahlen, Founder and President, Give An Hour, said: ""We know that hundreds of thousands of the men and women who have served our country during the past decade of war will come home with invisible injuries such as post-traumatic stress and traumatic brain injury. We also know that one size doesn't fit all with respect to where those in need choose to seek treatment for these injuries. Some of our veterans will seek care through the Department of Veterans Affairs but others will prefer to see a community provider through organizations like Give an Hour or at their local community mental health center. Through the Excellence in Mental Health Act we will help to ensure that our Community Mental Health Centers are able to meet the needs of those who serve and their families."" Sheriff Mike Chapman, Loudon County, VA, said: ""Individuals living with serious mental health conditions often lack access to care and, as sheriffs know all too well, the results can be tragic. In too many cases, local law enforcement officers are diverted from other duties to respond to psychiatric emergencies. Too many people end up in jail because of a lack of access to the treatment they need. This bill offers local law enforcement agencies better community resources to help people get proper care."" The Excellence in Mental Health Act establishes criteria for certified community behavioral health clinics to ensure the providers cover a broad range of mental health services - including 24-hour psychiatric care, increased integration of physical, mental and substance abuse treatment so they are treated simultaneously rather than separately, and expanded support for families of people living with mental health issues. Certified clinics providing this care could then get reimbursed from the government the same way that traditional health centers can-taking another major stride in the effort to provide mental health parity. The Excellence in Mental Health Act is cosponsored by a bipartisan group of Senators including Sens. Debbie Stabenow (D-MI), Roy Blunt (R-MO), Jack Reed (D-RI), Marco Rubio (R-FL), Patrick Leahy (D-VT), Susan Collins (R-ME), Barbara Boxer (D-CA), Lisa Murkowski (R-AK), Jay Rockefeller (D-WV), Barbara Mikulski (D-MD), Jon Tester (D-MT), Mark Begich (D-AK), Chris Coons (D-DE), Maria Cantwell (D-WA), Elizabeth Warren (D-MA), Sherrod Brown (D-OH), Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), Chuck Schumer (D-NY), Robert Menendez (D-NJ), Amy Klobuchar (D-MN), Ed Markey (D-MA), Chris Murphy (D-CT), Bill Nelson (D-FL) and Ron Wyden (D-OR). The proposal is supported by over 50 mental health organizations, veterans' organizations and law enforcement organizations including: the National Association of Police Organizations, the National Sheriffs' Association, the American Medical Association, the American Psychiatric Association, the American Psychological Association, National Alliance on Mental Illness, the National Council for Behavioral Healthcare, American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, Mental Health America, National Association of Psychiatric Health Systems, Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America and Give An Hour, among many others. More information on the Excellence in Mental Health Act is below. Excellence in Mental Health Act • The bipartisan Excellence in Mental Health Act proposal from Senators Stabenow and Blunt will improve quality and expand access to mental health care through community mental health providers. • It will provide the final step toward mental health parity so we are paying for mental health services in the community the same way we are paying for primary care services. Summary • The proposal would establish a 10-state demonstration program where states that participate would certify that community mental health providers meet new high standards and offer a broad range of mental health services like 24-hour psychiatric care services. • Those services can then be adequately reimbursed under Medicaid just as Federally Qualified Community Health Centers are reimbursed for comprehensive primary care services. • It also requires more coordination between community mental health providers and other healthcare providers including VA clinics. • CBO estimates this proposal would cost $1.6 billion over 10 years. Access to Mental Health Treatment Must be Expanded • Less than half of those with mental health disorders receive treatment of any kind in a given year. • 22 Veterans a day commit suicide. With at least 25% of returning veterans from Iraq and Afghanistan experiencing some type of mental health condition, it is even more urgent that comprehensive services be available in communities across our country. • Individuals with a mental illness are more likely to be victims of a violent crime than to commit one. However, if someone does not receive treatment after experiencing their first psychotic episode they are 15 times more likely to commit acts of violence than if they receive treatment.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140221124207/http://www.stabenow.senate.gov/?p=press_release&id=1223,New Michigan County-By-County Report Shows the Harm of Not Extending Unemployment Insurance,2013-12-16,2013,2013-12,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"U.S. Sens. Debbie Stabenow and Carl Levin and U.S. Rep. Sander Levin today released a new report that shows a county-by-county breakdown of the number of people who would immediately lose all of their unemployment insurance on Dec. 28 if Congress fails to extend the federal Emergency Unemployment Compensation program. Republicans last week blocked an effort by House Democrats to extend the program into 2014. The county-by-county report, based on the total number of people in Michigan currently receiving federal unemployment insurance, is below. The information was provided by the Michigan Department of Licensing & Regulatory Affairs. Overall, more than 43,000 people in Michigan are set to lose their insurance coverage immediately on Dec. 28. An additional 86,500 people in Michigan will lose their coverage in the first six months of 2014 if Republicans continue to block an extension of the program. Federal unemployment insurance took effect in 2008 and has been reauthorized several times since as Americans continue to recover from the worst economic downturn since the Great Depression. Despite the real progress the economy has made since its near collapse in 2008, there are still 1.3 million fewer jobs than there were before the recession began, long-term unemployment as a percentage of the unemployed is 37 percent, near historic highs, and the unemployment rate in Michigan was 9 percent in October. Failure to extend federal unemployment insurance would also hurt job growth throughout the nation, costing the economy 240,000 jobs, according to the White House Council of Economic Advisers. The CEA estimates that in Michigan alone, failing to extend the program will cost 8,450 jobs. ""This report shows just how many Michigan families could have their last lifeline cut off this Christmas season,"" Sen. Debbie Stabenow said. ""The economy is improving, but Michigan's unemployment rate is still nine percent and nationally there are still three people looking for work for every one job opening. Congress needs to focus on helping businesses create jobs, not pulling the rug out from under families already struggling to find work."" ""Michigan and the nation are still recovering from the worst recession in decades, and now is not the time to end support that is so critical to tens of thousands of Michigan families,"" said Sen. Carl Levin. ""It is vital to extend this important economic lifeline as soon as possible."" ""The financial stakes could not be higher for thousands of Michigan families just as the holiday season approaches,"" said Rep. Sander Levin. ""Failing to extend this program would cut off a vital lifeline for job seekers as they try to get back on their feet during this difficult economic climate. To strengthen these families and the American economy, Congress must not adjourn for the year without extending this crucial program.""",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140221182403/http://conyers.house.gov/index.cfm/press-releases?ContentRecord_id=E853D030-F6CB-424B-AED8-19E457274B35,Conyers Highlights Consumer Rebates & Improved Health Insurance Standards Under Affordable Care Act,2013-12-16,2013,2013-12,Democrat,House,MI,John Conyers,C000714,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"(DETROIT) – Today, Congressman John Conyers, Jr. (D-Mich.) touted the tough new rules under the Affordable Care Act that ensure that if insurance companies don’t live up to the new standards healthcare standards, insurers have to send consumers a rebate. In 2013 alone, approximately 222,000 consumers in Michigan received an average rebate of approximately $138 per family. Due to the Affordable Care Act, insurance companies must spend a minimum 80% of healthcare premiums on medical care and efforts to improve the quality of care, instead of operating costs and executive profits. If they don’t, insurers have to send consumers a rebate to meet this threshold. In 2012, nearly 80 million consumers saved $3.4 billion upfront on their healthcare premiums because of this rule. In highlighting this healthcare reform, Conyers issued the following statement: ""As more components of the historic Affordable Care Act are implemented, healthcare savings – as well as benefits – for middle and working class families in Michigan are beginning to add up. Thanks to healthcare reform provisions, insurance companies must now spend at least 80% of a consumers’ healthcare premiums on efforts to improve and provide quality medical care. If the insurance companies don’t live up to these heightened standards, they are obligated to send consumers a rebate. Already, 220,000 consumers in Michigan have received an average rebate worth $138 per family because of these measures. These benefits are emblematic of the Affordable Care Act’s promise to reform our broken health insurance industry,” said Conyers. “With millions of Americans becoming able to receive affordable, quality health insurance – many for the first time – I look forward to working with the Obama administration and within Congress, to continue to build upon this track record of progress.” ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140221192341/http://dankildee.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/statement-by-congressman-dan-kildee-on-budget-agreement,Statement by Congressman Dan Kildee on Budget Agreement,2013-12-13,2013,2013-12,Democrat,House,MI,Dan Kildee,K000380,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-05) released the following statement today after H.R. Res 59, commonly referred to as the Ryan-Murray budget agreement, passed the U.S. House of Representatives on a vote of 332-94: “This budget deal represents a compromise that takes the threat of another government shutdown off the table. While this legislation is far from perfect, it allows us to return to regular order and provides some certainty for our economy. Going forward, Congress can now focus on what my constituents sent me here to do: growing our economy, rebuilding our infrastructure and investing in our children. Congress has no shortage of issues to tackle in the coming months, and I look forward to working with every member of Congress to get the job done for the American people.”",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140221124219/http://www.stabenow.senate.gov/?p=press_release&id=1219,Stabenow-Blunt Excellence in Mental Health Act Adopted as Amendment in Senate Finance Committee,2013-12-12,2013,2013-12,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"The U.S. Senate Finance Committee today approved the bipartisan Excellence in Mental Health Act, authored by Senators Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) and Roy Blunt (R-MO), to expand access to community mental health services and strengthen the quality of care provided. Her bill was included as an amendment to the so-called ""doc fix"" (SGR) bill that permanently reforms the way doctors are reimbursed by Medicare. The version of the Excellence in Mental Health Act voted for in committee today would establish pilot programs in 10 states to strengthen and improve access to care. Congress' action on this bill comes two days before the one-year anniversary of the tragedy at Sandy Hook Elementary School. ""Strengthening mental health services isn't partisan. It is an important issue that touches all of our families in some way,"" said Stabenow. ""Our bipartisan bill expands access to care and improves quality of care so people living with mental illness can get the treatment they need. Instead of merely talking about this issue in the wake of tragedies, it is time for Congress to finally take action."" ""This is an important step forward as we work to fix America's mental health policies,"" said Blunt. ""We've got a model that works to solve these important problems. It's time for Congress to act."" The Excellence in Mental Health Act establishes criteria for certified community behavioral health clinics to ensure the providers cover a broad range of mental health services - including 24-hour crisis care, increased integration of physical, mental and substance abuse treatment so they are treated simultaneously rather than separately, and expanded support for families of people living with mental health issues. The Excellence in Mental Health Act was cosponsored by a bipartisan group of Senators including Sens. Debbie Stabenow (D-MI), Roy Blunt (R-MO), Jack Reed (D-RI), Marco Rubio (R-FL), Patrick Leahy (D-VT), Susan Collins (R-ME), Barbara Boxer (D-CA), Lisa Murkowski (R-AK), Jay Rockefeller (D-WV), Barbara Mikulski (D-MD), Jon Tester (D-MT), Mark Begich (D-AK), Chris Coons (D-DE), Maria Cantwell (D-WA), Elizabeth Warren (D-MA), Sherrod Brown (D-OH), Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) Chuck, Schumer (D-NY), Robert Menendez (D-NJ), Amy Klobuchar (D-MN), Ed Markey (D-MA), Chris Murphy (D-CT), Bill Nelson (D-FL) and Ron Wyden (D-OR). The bill is supported by over 50 mental health organizations, veterans organizations and law enforcement organizations including: the National Association of Police Organizations, National Sheriffs' Association, American Psychiatric Association, the American Psychological Association, National Alliance on Mental Illness, the National Council for Behavioral Healthcare, American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, Mental Health America, National Association of Psychiatric Health Systems, Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America and Give An Hour, among many others. More information on the Excellence in Mental Health Act is below. Excellence in Mental Health Act • The bipartisan Excellence in Mental Health Act proposal from Senators Stabenow and Blunt will improve quality and expand access to mental health care through community mental health providers. • It will provide the final step toward mental health parity so we are paying for mental health services in the community the same way we are paying for primary care services. Summary • The proposal would establish a 10 state demonstration program where states that participate would certify that community mental health providers meet new high standards and offer a broad range of mental health services like 24-hour crisis psychiatric services. • Those services can then be adequately reimbursed under Medicaid just as Federally Qualified Community Health Centers are reimbursed for comprehensive primary care services. • It also requires more coordination between community mental health providers and other healthcare providers including VA clinics. • CBO estimates this proposal would cost $1.6 billion over 10 years. Access to Mental Health Treatment Must be Expanded • Less than half of those with mental health disorders receive treatment of any kind in a given year. • 22 Veterans a day commit suicide. With at least 25% of returning veterans from Iraq and Afghanistan experiencing some type of mental health condition, it is even more urgent that comprehensive services be available in communities across our country. • Individuals with a mental illness are more likely to be victims of a violent crime than to commit one. However, if someone does not receive treatment after experiencing their first psychotic episode they are 15 times more likely to commit acts of violence than if they receive treatment.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140221124229/http://www.stabenow.senate.gov/?p=press_release&id=1218,Senator Stabenow Announces Advanced Energy Manufacturing Tax Credits to Help Automakers Create Clean Energy Jobs in Michigan,2013-12-12,2013,2013-12,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"Skip to Content Text Size: M   L   XL Stay Connected: Home Services Agency Assistance Capitol Flags Grant, Procurement & Funding Assistance Special Recognitions Student Resource Center Visiting Washington, D.C. Issues Key Issues Legislation News News Biography Press Kit Contact Contact Newsletter Sign Up Biography About Debbie Photo Gallery Committee Assignments Senator Stabenow Announces Advanced Energy Manufacturing Tax Credits to Help Automakers Create Clean Energy Jobs in Michigan U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow today announced new tax credits for Ford and General Motors that will support their efforts to increase their clean energy manufacturing capabilities and create new jobs in Michigan. The support comes through the Advanced Energy Manufacturing Tax Credit (48C), which Senator Stabenow authored to increase investments in clean energy and advanced manufacturing. Ford will receive a $30 million credit while GM will receive a credit worth more than $20 million. ""This support will help Ford and GM expand their clean energy manufacturing and create jobs here in Michigan,"" said Stabenow. ""My initiative is helping clean energy manufacturers in Michigan and across the country invest in innovative new technologies that will help build 21st century manufacturing jobs. Other countries are investing heavily in clean energy technologies, and we have to make sure our businesses and workers have the tools they need to compete and win in the global economy."" Ford was awarded its credit to expand production capabilities at its Michigan Assembly Plant in Wayne, which has transitioned from full-size truck and SUV production to a facility to manufacture multiple electric vehicle lines. GM was awarded its credit to further expand production capabilities at its Detroit-Hamtramck Assembly Plant where the Chevrolet Volt and Cadillac ELR are manufactured. As a senior member of the Senate Finance Committee, Senator Stabenow authored the Advanced Energy Manufacturing Tax Credit (48C) which provides businesses with up to a 30 percent tax cut to build, expand, or re-equip manufacturing facilities to produce clean energy technologies such as solar panels, wind turbines and advanced batteries here at home.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140221182419/http://conyers.house.gov/index.cfm/featured-items?ContentRecord_id=84AF7247-8256-4DAF-9CC1-3BEC8B706C97,"Conyers: 43,800 Michiganders Slated to Lose Jobless Aid on December 28th Without Congressional Action",2013-12-12,2013,2013-12,Democrat,House,MI,John Conyers,C000714,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"(JOHANNESBURG) – Today, Congressman John Conyers, Jr. (D-Mich.) highlighted a report prepared by the Democratic Staff of the U.S. House Ways & Means Committee showing that 43,800 people in Michigan would immediately lose all of their unemployment insurance on December 28th if Congress fails to extend the Emergency Unemployment Compensation program. Further, the report shows that an additional 86,500 Michiganders will lose access to unemployment insurance in the first six months of 2014 if Congress does not act. For reference: federal unemployment insurance took effect in 2008 and has been reauthorized several times since then as the United States continues to recover from the financial crisis and Great Recession. Failure to extend unemployment insurance will hurt job growth throughout the country, with the White House Council of Economic Advisors estimating that in Michigan alone, failure to extend the insurance program will cost the state 8,450 jobs. After the release of this report, Rep. Conyers issued the following statement: “As we continue to recover from the aftermath of the worst economic crisis since the Great Depression, its critically important that Congress renew federal unemployment insurance that protect families as the holiday season approaches. Rather than treat unemployment insurance as a bargaining chip in budget negotiations, I urge my colleagues to consider the high financial stakes for thousands of families in Michigan and across the country. Failing to extend this vital program would cut off a lifeline for job seekers trying to get back on their feet. To strengthen these families and the American economy, Congress must act to extend this crucial program before leaving Washington.” ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140221182445/http://conyers.house.gov/index.cfm/press-releases?ContentRecord_id=7299BA6A-CD09-471D-A183-70CACA10AB5E,"Conyers Votes Against Budget Deal, Calls for Congress to Immediately Pass Extension of Jobless Aid",2013-12-12,2013,2013-12,Democrat,House,MI,John Conyers,C000714,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"(WASHINGTON) – Today, the U.S. House of Representatives voted 332 to 94 to pass H.J. Res. 59, the “Bipartisan Budget Act of 2013.” This two year budget agreement is the result of negotiations between Senate Budget Committee Chairwoman Patty Murray (D-Wash.) and House Budget Committee Chairman Paul Ryan (R-Wisc.). Following his vote against the budget deal, Congressman John Conyers, Jr. (D-Mich.) issued the following statement: “Unfortunately, I was unable to support this legislation as the ‘Bipartisan Budget Act of 2013’ does not address the sequester for fiscal years 2016-2018, and the deal reduces the cost of living adjustment for new service members in our armed forces. Worst of all, this legislation does not include an extension of Emergency Unemployment Compensation, that will expire for 1.3 million Americans this December 28th, and for 1.9 million more individuals in the first half of 2014. The Emergency Unemployment Compensation is a lifeline for millions of hardworking Americans seeking work, and it is unthinkable that Congress would leave millions out in the cold in the middle of the holiday season. Congress should not leave until an extension is considered,” said Conyers. ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140228084730/http://conyers.house.gov/index.cfm/featured-items?ContentRecord_id=4D81C4D3-68D8-406F-8E1F-5B97FA4F41F5,"Upon Returning from South Africa, Conyers Reflects on Nelson Mandela’s Legacy of Justice",2013-12-12,2013,2013-12,Democrat,House,MI,John Conyers,C000714,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"(WASHINGTON) – Late yesterday evening, Congressman John Conyers, Jr. (D-Mich.) returned from Johannesburg, South Africa where he was attending former President Nelson Mandela’s memorial service. Upon returning to Washington, DC with the Congressional Delegation, Rep. Conyers issued the following statement: ""Nearly twenty years ago, in May of 1994, I traveled with President Clinton to South Africa for Nelson Mandela’s inauguration. Under different circumstances, I returned to South Africa this past week for Nelson Mandela’s memorial service. While the homecoming in South Africa was more somber, I will forever cherish the time we spent celebrating Mandela’s life, spirit, and historic work,” said Conyers. “Following 27 years of exile on Robben Island, decades of campaigning for equality and justice in the face of hateful racial policies, Nelson Mandela changed the course of human history in his quest that ended apartheid. Like the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. before him, Nelson Mandela was a civil rights champion. Only through the strength of his character, and his distinctive blend of courage and compassion, was the oppressive apartheid regime brought to an end. For this, the people of South Africa – and people of all races, ethnicities, and nationalities across the globe – are forever grateful. “As President Obama stated in his memorial address before the world, ‘a boy raised herding cattle and tutored by the elders of his Thembu tribe, Mandela would emerge as the last great liberator of the 20th century.’ I echo the President’s sentiments; there will never be another man as pure of heart and full of purpose as Nelson Mandela. The world has lost a giant, but his vision for justice will forever continue to instruct and inspire.” Congressman John Conyers, Jr. alongside former South African President Nelson Mandela during a Congressional Black Caucus reception in Washington, DC. ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140919104714/http://dankildee.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-dan-kildee-unemployment-insurance-should-be-extended-before,Congressman Dan Kildee: Unemployment Insurance Should Be Extended Before End of Year for Those Continuing to Look for Work,2013-12-12,2013,2013-12,Democrat,House,MI,Dan Kildee,K000380,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"43,800 People in Michigan Set to Lose Emergency Unemployment Compensation on Dec. 28th, Additional 86,500 on the Chopping Block to Lose Benefits in First Six Months of 2014 Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-05) today cosponsored legislation, the Emergency Unemployment Compensation Extension Act of 2013, which would immediately extend emergency unemployment compensation (EUC) benefits for one-year. Without congressional action, benefits will completely stop for 1.3 million Americans on December 28th – including 43,800 in Michigan. The Economic Policy Institute estimates cutting off extended unemployment benefits would cost the U.S. economy 310,000 jobs next year because of reduced consumer demand. “As our economy continues to recover and people are still getting back on their feet, we shouldn’t be stopping emergency unemployment compensation for those continuing to look for work,” Congressman Kildee said. “Completely cutting unemployment compensation would reduce consumer demand and slow job growth – exactly the opposite of what we should be doing as our country continues its economic recovery. Congress should not adjourn until we extend emergency unemployment benefits for over a million Americans.” The November jobs report, announced by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics this month, showed that nationally, the unemployment rate fell to its lowest level – 7 percent – since 2008. However, while businesses have added jobs for 45 straight months, totaling over 8 million private sector jobs, our national economy still has two million fewer jobs than before the recession. This jobs deficit has led to a higher percentage of jobless Americans who have been unemployed for longer than six months. Over 4 million people – about 37 percent of the unemployed – are now long-term unemployed, meaning they have been unemployed for 27 weeks or more. Conversely, Michigan’s unemployment rate has risen from 8.4 percent in April 2013 to 9 percent currently. “Nationally, we’ve seen progress in our economic recovery; 45 straight months of private sector job growth and a five-year low in the national unemployment rate,” Congressman Kildee said. “In Michigan, however, we’ve recently seen the unemployment rate spike to 9 percent. Far too many Michiganders are still out of work, and now is not the time to pull the rug out from under them by letting unemployment benefits expire.” In seven states in particular – including Michigan – that have cut their regular employment benefits, the expiration of the EUC program would result in jobless individuals receiving fewer weeks of benefits than were previously available when the national unemployment rate was below 5 percent (the current rate is 7 percent). Thus, 43,800 Michiganders stand to lose their EUC on Dec. 28th, but another 86,500 stand to lose their benefits in the first six months of 2014.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://stabenow.senate.gov?p=press_release&id=1216,Senators Stabenow and Levin Urge Transportation Department to Verify Safety of Enbridge Pipeline in Great Lakes,2013-12-11,2013,2013-12,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,stabenow.senate.gov,,,legacy,"Upper Peninsula Office 1901 W. Ridge Suite 7 Marquette, MI 49855 Phone: (906) 228-8756 Northern Michigan Office 3335 S. Airport Road West Suite 6B Traverse City, MI 49684 Phone: (231) 929-1031 West Michigan Office 3280 E. Beltline Court NE Suite 400 Grand Rapids, MI 49525 Phone: (616) 975-0052 Mid-Michigan Office 221 W. Lake Lansing Road Suite 100 East Lansing, MI 48823 Phone: (517) 203-1760 Southeast Michigan Office 719 Griswold St. Suite 700 Detroit, MI 48226 Phone: (313) 961-4330 Flint/Saginaw Bay Office 432 N. Saginaw St Suite 301 Flint, MI 48502 Phone: (810) 720-4172 Washington DC 731 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, D.C. 20510-2204 Phone: (202) 224-4822",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140221124246/http://www.stabenow.senate.gov/?p=press_release&id=1217,Senators Stabenow and Levin Announce Funding for Clean Energy Manufacturing Roadmap,2013-12-11,2013,2013-12,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"Skip to Content Text Size: M   L   XL Stay Connected: Home Services Agency Assistance Capitol Flags Grant, Procurement & Funding Assistance Special Recognitions Student Resource Center Visiting Washington, D.C. Issues Key Issues Legislation News News Biography Press Kit Contact Contact Newsletter Sign Up Biography About Debbie Photo Gallery Committee Assignments Senators Stabenow and Levin Announce Funding for Clean Energy Manufacturing Roadmap Clean energy manufacturing in Michigan will get a boost from a $400,000 competitive grant from the U.S. Department of Energy, Sens. Debbie Stabenow and Carl Levin announced today. The funding is part of DOE's Clean Energy Economic Opportunities Roadmap program, which supports the development of clean energy manufacturing and services through public-private partnerships. ""It is critical that we support our clean energy industries so they can continue to build innovative technologies and create jobs here in Michigan,"" said Stabenow. ""This support will help Michigan businesses and workers compete and win in the global economy to help our state lead the world in these new technologies."" ""Developing clean-energy solutions is vital to our economic competitiveness and to the future of our environmental future,"" Levin said. ""Federal support for these important development efforts is good news for Michigan workers and Michigan manufacturers."" Michigan and the Ohio State Energy Office and their partners will work together on the Michigan-Northeastern Ohio Regional Clean Energy Roadmap Project. The two states' energy offices, along with Michigan's NextEnergy and Ohio's NorTech, will focus on clean energy manufacturing and energy efficient building technology. Some of the specific work includes developing technology roadmaps, asset maps and supply/value chain analysis. In addition, they will seek to identify opportunities for and barriers to clean energy manufacturing. DOE's State Energy Program administers the Clean Energy Economic Opportunities Roadmap program. Roadmaps encourage regional clean energy economic strategic planning and development and support competitive private-sector capability in clean energy manufacturing technologies. Today's $400,000 competitive federal grant will be matched with $302,500 for a total project cost of $702,500. NextEnergy, a Detroit-based 501(c) (3) non-profit organization, supports the demonstration, development and commercialization of advanced energy technology by attracting new investment and participating in advanced energy projects. Nortech is an Ohio-based economic development organization.   Related News",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140919104739/http://dankildee.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/statement-by-congressman-dan-kildee-on-anniversary-of-so-called-right-to,Statement by Congressman Dan Kildee on Anniversary of So-Called “Right-to-Work” Law Being Signed into Law in Michigan,2013-12-11,2013,2013-12,Democrat,House,MI,Dan Kildee,K000380,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"Statement by Congressman Dan Kildee on Anniversary of So-Called “Right-to-Work” Law Being Signed into Law in Michigan Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-05) released the following statement today on the one-year anniversary of Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder signing so-called “right-to work” legislation into law: “One year ago, Governor Snyder rushed a divisive and anti-worker ‘right-to-work’ law through the Michigan Legislature. Today, I ask a simple question: where are the jobs that were promised because of this law? A year later, there isn’t a single example of a company that has come to Michigan because our state is now a ‘right-to-work’ state. Nor has the Governor’s ‘right-to-work’ law created good-paying jobs like he had promised. In fact, over the last year, Michigan’s unemployment rate has risen to 9 percent – two points higher than the rest of the country. “A year later, Michiganders can clearly see Governor Snyder’s motivation for pushing through this bad law. It wasn’t to create jobs, as he had promised, but rather a thinly-veiled attempt to roll back the rights of workers.”",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140919104803/http://dankildee.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-dan-kildee-introduces-bill-to-protect-service-members-from,Congressman Dan Kildee Introduces Bill to Protect Service Members from Predatory Loans,2013-12-11,2013,2013-12,Democrat,House,MI,Dan Kildee,K000380,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"Transparency in Military Lending Act Would Help Protect Service Members from Short-Term Predatory Loans Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-05) today introduced the Transparency in Military Lending Act to protect service members from predatory loans. Congressman Kildee’s legislation would help to address gaps in the Military Lending Act of 2006 that, according to a recent New York Times article, continue to “leave hundreds of thousands of service members vulnerable to potentially predatory loans.” These loans – including pay-day and vehicle title loans – can sometimes carry interest rates of up to 400 percent. Congressman Kildee’s legislation, which has no direct cost and would not add to the deficit, would require lenders to provide a payment table to service members demonstrating the true cost of a loan over time. In addition, service members must acknowledge they know that other lower interest rate loans, as well financial counseling services via the military, may be available. This would help protect service members and families as well as overall military readiness as sometimes financial distress can result in the loss of mission critical security clearances. “Service members risk their lives to protect us and we need to honor their service by protecting them from financial threats like those posed by predatory lenders,” Congressman Kildee said. “Right now, these lenders can too easily get around the law designed to protect service members. My legislation, the Transparency in Military Lending Act, would help ensure that service members have the necessary information to make the best possible decision before taking out a pay-day or auto title loan.” Congressman Kildee’s bill would require that before making a loan to a service member, pay-day and vehicle title loan lenders must provide the military borrower with a sheet of paper separate from the loan documents that clearly states, in bold, 14 point font: The service member understands that other lower interest rate emergency loans, including zero percent interest rate loans, may potentially be available through military relief societies and other lenders. The service member understands that financial counseling services are available through the Department of Defense. The potential cost of the loan over time using a repayment table. Often, service members are unaware of financial resources available to them as military personnel, including financial counseling services or the ability to qualify for low-cost interest loans from military relief societies or financial institutions. Congressman Kildee’s bill, if passed, would require that before a pay-day loan or vehicle title loan is made to a service member, lenders make them aware of options and opportunities available to military personnel. “I am looking forward to working to strengthen the protections afforded by the Military Lending Act. My legislation will ensure service members have as much information as possible about the loans they are considering taking out. This is essential to protect military readiness, families and service members,” Congressman Kildee said. ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140221124652/http://www.stabenow.senate.gov/?p=press_release&id=1215,Senator Stabenow Applauds Vice President Biden?s Announcement of Initiative to Strengthen Mental Health Services,2013-12-10,2013,2013-12,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow, author of the Excellence in Mental Health Act, today applauded Vice President Joe Biden's announcement of an initiative to establish and expand services for people living with mental illness. The initiative, announced today at a meeting with families of those who died in the tragic shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School last year, will help expand mental health services available at Community Health Centers. As part of the announcement, the U.S. Department of Agriculture will invest $50 million to help construct, expand and improve mental health facilities in rural areas, providing greater access to care for those who need it. Senator Stabenow is Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, which has jurisdiction over USDA. ""Today's announcement is a critical first step in expanding access to care and strengthening treatment for those who need it,"" said Stabenow. ""I applaud the administration's commitment to mental health services and to reduce the stigma around mental illness. Passing our bill to establish federally qualified community mental health centers and paying for mental health services the same way we pay for physical health services is the logical next step following today's action."" The Department of Health and Human Services and USDA will each contribute up to $50 million to expand access to mental health services and improve facilities at Community Health Centers and throughout rural America. One-third of those with mood disorders do not receive treatment of any kind in a given year, and fewer than half of those with severe mental disorders receive any treatment. Twenty-two veterans commit suicide every day. With at least 25% of returning veterans from Iraq and Afghanistan experiencing some type of mental health condition, mental health providers are expected to soon be serving hundreds of thousands of additional veterans. Sen. Stabenow's Excellence in Mental Health Act was cosponsored by a bipartisan group of Senators including Sens. Debbie Stabenow (D-MI), Roy Blunt (R-MO), Jack Reed (D-RI), Marco Rubio (R-FL), Patrick Leahy (D-VT), Susan Collins (R-ME), Barbara Boxer (D-CA), Lisa Murkowski (R-AK), Jay Rockefeller (D-WV), Barbara Mikulski (D-MD), Jon Tester (D-MT), Mark Begich (D-AK), Chris Coons (D-DE), Maria Cantwell (D-WA), Elizabeth Warren (D-MA), Sherrod Brown (D-OH), Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) Chuck, Schumer (D-NY), Robert Menendez (D-NJ), Amy Klobuchar (D-MN), Ed Markey (D-MA), Chris Murphy (D-CT), and Ron Wyden (D-OR). The bill is supported by over 50 mental health organizations, veterans organizations and law enforcement organizations including: the National Association of Police Organizations, National Sherriffs Association, American Psychiatric Association, the American Psychological Association, National Alliance on Mental Illness, the National Council for Behavioral Healthcare, American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, Mental Health America, National Association of Psychiatric Health Systems, Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America and Give An Hour, among many others. For more information on the Excellence in Mental Health Act, click here.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140221124700/http://www.stabenow.senate.gov/?p=press_release&id=1214,Senator Stabenow Congratulates Mary Barra on Being Named GM?s First Woman CEO,2013-12-10,2013,2013-12,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"Skip to Content Text Size: M   L   XL Stay Connected: Home Services Agency Assistance Capitol Flags Grant, Procurement & Funding Assistance Special Recognitions Student Resource Center Visiting Washington, D.C. Issues Key Issues Legislation News News Biography Press Kit Contact Contact Newsletter Sign Up Biography About Debbie Photo Gallery Committee Assignments Senator Stabenow Congratulates Mary Barra on Being Named GM’s First Woman CEO U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow today congratulated Mary Barra on being named General Motors' CEO. Ms. Barra succeeds Dan Akerson, who announced that he is stepping down. Ms. Barra, who will be the first woman to lead a major automobile company, currently serves as GM's senior vice president for product development. Barra began working for GM in the 1980s and has served in many roles, including vice president of global manufacturing engineering and plant manager of Detroit Hamtramck Assembly. ""Congratulations to Mary Barra on being named CEO of GM. Ms. Barra has extensive experience and understands the importance of automotive jobs in Michigan and America which will serve her very well in her new role,"" said Stabenow. ""We also owe Dan Akerson our thanks today for his leadership in the ongoing revival of GM and Detroit. Since its restructuring, GM has invested billions in America and created jobs across Michigan and across the country. The company's future continues to looks very bright."" This statement follows the U.S. Department of Treasury's announcement yesterday that it has sold its remaining shares of General Motors stock.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140221124714/http://www.stabenow.senate.gov/?p=press_release&id=1212,"Following Close of Latest Round of Trans-Pacific Partnership Talks, Senator Stabenow Urges Administration to Address Currency Manipulation",2013-12-10,2013,2013-12,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"As the latest talks between the countries negotiating the Trans-Pacific Partnership trade agreement closed today, U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow renewed her call for Secretary of the Treasury Jack Lew and U.S. Trade Representative Michael Froman to address foreign currency manipulation in the talks. This most recent round of negotiations did not produce any agreement on currency manipulation, despite the fact that bipartisan majorities in both Houses of Congress support such an agreement. In September, Sens. Stabenow and Lindsey Graham (R-SC), Co-Chairs of the bipartisan Senate Manufacturing Caucus, led 60 of their Senate colleagues in sending a bipartisan letter urging Secretary Lew and Ambassador Froman to address foreign currency manipulation in the TPP and all future trade agreements. ""It is disappointing that the latest round of international negotiations did not include any agreement on currency manipulation,"" said Stabenow. ""Illegal foreign currency manipulation has already cost us between one and five million American jobs and we can't let it destroy more. Sixty Senators agree that going forward, Secretary Lew and Ambassador Froman must make addressing currency manipulation a critical component of the Trans-Pacific Partnership negotiations."" A bipartisan group of 230 Representatives also sent a letter to U.S. trade negotiators urging similar action. In both the House and Senate versions of the letter, Members of Congress urged U.S. trade negotiators to stand up for U.S. businesses and workers by including enforceable measures against currency manipulation in trade agreements in order to ensure a level playing field on global trade and to help create jobs here at home. The Senate letter sent to Sec. Lew and Ambassador Froman was circulated by Senators Lindsey Graham (R-SC) and Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) and signed by Senators Harkin, Chambliss, Whitehouse, Inhofe, Levin, Murphy, Brown, Klobuchar, Collins, Schumer, Casey, Donnelly, Franken, McCaskill, Sessions, Manchin, Merkley, Coon, Heinrich, Baldwin, Reed, Boxer, Blunt, Pryor, Menendez, Boozman, Rockefeller, Cardin, Coats, Vitter, Markley, Wyden, Burr, Hoeven, Leahy, Tester, Warren, Blumenthal, Udall (NM), Begich, Risch, Mikulski, King, Shaheen, Moran, Sanders, Gillibrand, Heitkamp, Nelson, Portman, Schatz, Roberts, Landrieu, Durbin, Coburn, Grassley, Hirono, and Hagan. The full text of the Senate letter follows: Dear Secretary Lew and Ambassador Froman: We agree with the Administration's stated goal that the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) has ""high standards worthy of a 21st century trade agreement."" To achieve this, however, we think it is necessary to address one of the 21st century's most serious trade problems: foreign currency manipulation. Currency is the medium through which trade occurs and exchange rates determine its comparative value. It is as important to trade outcomes as is the quality of the goods or services traded. Currency manipulation can negate or greatly reduce the benefits of a free trade agreement and may have a devastating impact on American companies and workers. A study by the Peterson Institute for International Economics found that foreign currency manipulation has already cost between one and five million American jobs. A free trade agreement purporting to increase trade, but failing to address foreign currency manipulation, could lead to a permanent unfair trade relationship that further harms the United States economy. As the United States negotiates TPP and all future free trade agreements, we ask that you include strong and enforceable foreign currency manipulation disciplines to ensure these agreements meet the ""high standards"" our country, America's companies, and America's workers deserve.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140221182456/http://conyers.house.gov/index.cfm/press-releases?ContentRecord_id=522BBD97-D94A-42B4-9416-631396602222,"Conyers: 43,800 Michiganders Slated to Lose Jobless Aid on December 28th Without Congressional Action",2013-12-10,2013,2013-12,Democrat,House,MI,John Conyers,C000714,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"(JOHANNESBURG) – Today, Congressman John Conyers, Jr. (D-Mich.) highlighted a report prepared by the Democratic Staff of the U.S. House Ways & Means Committee showing that 43,800 people in Michigan would immediately lose all of their unemployment insurance on December 28th if Congress fails to extend the Emergency Unemployment Compensation program. Further, the report shows that an additional 86,500 Michiganders will lose access to unemployment insurance in the first six months of 2014 if Congress does not act. For reference: federal unemployment insurance took effect in 2008 and has been reauthorized several times since then as the United States continues to recover from the financial crisis and Great Recession. Failure to extend unemployment insurance will hurt job growth throughout the country, with the White House Council of Economic Advisors estimating that in Michigan alone, failure to extend the insurance program will cost the state 8,450 jobs. After the release of this report, Rep. Conyers issued the following statement: “As we continue to recover from the aftermath of the worst economic crisis since the Great Depression, its critically important that Congress renew federal unemployment insurance that protect families as the holiday season approaches. Rather than treat unemployment insurance as a bargaining chip in budget negotiations, I urge my colleagues to consider the high financial stakes for thousands of families in Michigan and across the country. Failing to extend this vital program would cut off a lifeline for job seekers trying to get back on their feet. To strengthen these families and the American economy, Congress must act to extend this crucial program before leaving Washington.” ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140221124440/http://www.stabenow.senate.gov/?p=press_release&id=1211,Senator Stabenow Statement on Treasury Selling Last Shares of GM Stock,2013-12-09,2013,2013-12,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"Skip to Content Text Size: M   L   XL Stay Connected: Home Services Agency Assistance Capitol Flags Grant, Procurement & Funding Assistance Special Recognitions Student Resource Center Visiting Washington, D.C. Issues Key Issues Legislation News News Biography Press Kit Contact Contact Newsletter Sign Up Biography About Debbie Photo Gallery Committee Assignments Senator Stabenow Statement on Treasury Selling Last Shares of GM Stock U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow today released the following statement on the U.S. Department of Treasury's announcement that it has sold its remaining shares of General Motors stock. ""We stood up for our American workers and fought to save the auto industry,"" said Stabenow. ""Since the auto rescue in 2009, General Motors has invested nearly $9 billion in the U.S. and created thousands of jobs building award-winning vehicles. It is clear that keeping our auto industry alive was absolutely the right thing to do."" The auto industry has been a driving force in the continuing economic comeback. Vehicle purchases by consumers accounted for roughly 30 percent of all economic growth in the first half of 2012. The automotive industry employs more than 8 million workers and since mid-2009 the auto industry has added 372,600 jobs. It is estimated that the auto industry accounts for 3-3.5% of GDP. More on the auto rescue can be found here.   Related News",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140221182504/http://conyers.house.gov/index.cfm/featured-items?ContentRecord_id=D6E19D37-FD13-48F5-BC92-A4D3F0601F1C,ADVISORY: Conyers Traveling to South Africa for Nelson Mandela’s Memorial Service,2013-12-09,2013,2013-12,Democrat,House,MI,John Conyers,C000714,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"(DETROIT) – Early this morning, Congressman John Conyers, Jr. (D-Mich.) joined a Congressional Delegation headed to Johannesburg, South Africa to attend the funeral and memorial service of former President of South Africa Nelson Mandela, who passed away this past Thursday. As he departed for South Africa, Rep. Conyers reiterated the message he delivered Thursday evening to the family of Nelson Mandela: “While we mourn his passage, we know that Madiba’s legacy of fighting for freedom and independence will live on.” ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140221124726/http://www.stabenow.senate.gov/?p=press_release&id=1210,"Senators Stabenow, Levin Announce Support for Detroit Department of Transportation",2013-12-05,2013,2013-12,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"Skip to Content Text Size: M   L   XL Stay Connected: Home Services Agency Assistance Capitol Flags Grant, Procurement & Funding Assistance Special Recognitions Student Resource Center Visiting Washington, D.C. Issues Key Issues Legislation News News Biography Press Kit Contact Contact Newsletter Sign Up Biography About Debbie Photo Gallery Committee Assignments Senators Stabenow, Levin Announce Support for Detroit Department of Transportation Sens. Debbie Stabenow and Carl Levin announced today that the Federal Transit Administration will provide $41.6 million to the Detroit Department of Transportation, which will be matched by approximately $10 million in local and state funds. The funds will be used to upgrade and maintain city buses and bus facilities. ""This critical support will help families in and around Detroit have access to better public transportation,"" said Stabenow. ""Detroit's comeback has already begun, and this support is an important part of the effort to help revitalize neighborhoods across the city."" ""Detroit is a city of grit and resilience, and it will emerge from bankruptcy stronger than ever. Part of our city's rebound will be strengthening its infrastructure, and the grants announced today are a piece of that process. These funds will assist the city's efforts to update and maintain our city's transportation facilities and buses, which is great news for Detroit,"" said Levin. The funds will be used for preventative maintenance to bus facilities, for vehicle maintenance, and to overhaul 60 DDOT buses. The funds will also support capital projects to improve DDOT's bus and passenger facilities, including Central, Gilbert, and Shoemaker bus facilities, and to help repair and upgrade the Rosa Parks Transit Center. DDOT will also purchase and install new bus shelters and acquire security equipment for DDOT facilities. The funds are FY 2013 transit formula funds from the 5307 Urbanized Area Formula Funding Program.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140221182517/http://conyers.house.gov/index.cfm/featured-items?ContentRecord_id=8ED5DE8A-81C2-404F-8762-1648FEDBABC8,Conyers Joins Hastings & Lee in Reintroducing the National Commission on Employment & Economic Security Act,2013-12-05,2013,2013-12,Democrat,House,MI,John Conyers,C000714,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"(WASHINGTON) – Today, Congressman John Conyers, Jr. (D-Mich.) joined Congressman Alcee L. Hastings (D-Fla.) and Congresswoman Barbara Lee (D-Calif.) in reintroducing the “National Commission on Employment and Economic Security Act.” Congressman John Conyers, Jr. (D-Mich.): “With the ongoing jobs crisis in America, I am fully supportive of the re-introduction of the National Commission on Employment and Economic Security Act, which will study the impact of unemployment and economic insecurity Americans face and then offer remedies. Over the last year a quarter of the American population was unemployed or underemployed, and did not earn enough to support their basic needs. We must act to curtail these circumstances before they become entrenched and systemic. I truly believe this is a measure both parties can come together to support and shed light on the real effect and devastation unemployment causes, and in turn lead the Congress to work on legislation that creates jobs for all Americans.” Congressman Alcee L. Hastings (D-Fla.): “I am pleased to reintroduce the National Commission on Employment and Economic Security Act, legislation that establishes a national commission to examine the issues of economic and psychological insecurity within our workforce that have been caused by employment displacement. When Americans lose their jobs and their incomes shrink, too often, they face the loss of their family’s health insurance and, subsequent to the loss of income, even their housing. The mental health of the American worker is integral as we continue down the road of economic recovery.” Congresswoman Barbara Lee (D-Calif.): “I am a proud original co-sponsor of the National Commission on Unemployment and Economic Security Act. While we are still recovering from the greatest recession since the Great Depression, unemployment numbers are unacceptably high, income inequality is growing, and our nation’s promise of opportunity is slipping from view, this bill would address those concerns and help to ensure that we have an economy that works for all.” ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140221182521/http://conyers.house.gov/index.cfm/press-releases?ContentRecord_id=9B727AF5-D319-4941-8236-5FD43E4E20C0,"Conyers Honors the Life of Nelson Mandela, Champion of Peace & Equality",2013-12-05,2013,2013-12,Democrat,House,MI,John Conyers,C000714,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"(WASHINGTON) – Today, following news of the passing of former President of South Africa Nelson Mandela, Congressman John Conyers, Jr. (D-Mich.) delivered the following message to his family: “With the passing of Nelson Mandela, we have lost an individual who not only freed his home of South Africa from racial hatred, but inspired the world to peacefully resist injustice and intolerance. We will forever remember Nelson Mandela as the wonderful man and courageous leader who ended apartheid at home and changed the course of human history for all. Unbowed by racial animosity and decades behind bars, Nelson Mandela was a revolutionary force for nonviolence and justice,” said Conyers. “I still remember the humble man that visited Detroit, just months following his release from prison, to organize for his political movement in South Africa and speak with Rosa Parks. And I will always treasure the memories I have, just four short years later, of the voyage I made with President Clinton and Harry Belafonte to attend Nelson Mandela’s installation as President of South Africa. “While we mourn his passage, we know that Madiba’s legacy of fighting for freedom and independence will live on.” ###Conyers Honors the Life of Nelson Mandela, Champion of Peace & Equality",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140221182536/http://conyers.house.gov/index.cfm/press-releases?ContentRecord_id=F2A18973-3D77-4B5B-ADF1-21F3F63D81EF,Conyers Joins Hastings & Lee in Reintroducing the National Commission on Employment & Economic Security Act,2013-12-05,2013,2013-12,Democrat,House,MI,John Conyers,C000714,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"(WASHINGTON) – Today, Congressman John Conyers, Jr. (D-Mich.) joined Congressman Alcee L. Hastings (D-Fla.) and Congresswoman Barbara Lee (D-Calif.) in reintroducing the “National Commission on Employment and Economic Security Act.” Congressman John Conyers, Jr. (D-Mich.): “With the ongoing jobs crisis in America, I am fully supportive of the re-introduction of the National Commission on Employment and Economic Security Act, which will study the impact of unemployment and economic insecurity Americans face and then offer remedies. Over the last year a quarter of the American population was unemployed or underemployed, and did not earn enough to support their basic needs. We must act to curtail these circumstances before they become entrenched and systemic. I truly believe this is a measure both parties can come together to support and shed light on the real effect and devastation unemployment causes, and in turn lead the Congress to work on legislation that creates jobs for all Americans.” Congressman Alcee L. Hastings (D-Fla.): “I am pleased to reintroduce the National Commission on Employment and Economic Security Act, legislation that establishes a national commission to examine the issues of economic and psychological insecurity within our workforce that have been caused by employment displacement. When Americans lose their jobs and their incomes shrink, too often, they face the loss of their family’s health insurance and, subsequent to the loss of income, even their housing. The mental health of the American worker is integral as we continue down the road of economic recovery.” Congresswoman Barbara Lee (D-Calif.): “I am a proud original co-sponsor of the National Commission on Unemployment and Economic Security Act. While we are still recovering from the greatest recession since the Great Depression, unemployment numbers are unacceptably high, income inequality is growing, and our nation’s promise of opportunity is slipping from view, this bill would address those concerns and help to ensure that we have an economy that works for all.” ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140221182543/http://conyers.house.gov/index.cfm/featured-items?ContentRecord_id=006E70DD-101D-4714-B1E4-628964BD6BE1,"Conyers Honors the Life of Nelson Mandela, Champion of Peace & Equality",2013-12-05,2013,2013-12,Democrat,House,MI,John Conyers,C000714,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"(WASHINGTON) – Today, following news of the passing of former President of South Africa Nelson Mandela, Congressman John Conyers, Jr. (D-Mich.) delivered the following message to his family: “With the passing of Nelson Mandela, we have lost an individual who not only freed his home of South Africa from racial hatred, but inspired the world to peacefully resist injustice and intolerance. We will forever remember Nelson Mandela as the wonderful man and courageous leader who ended apartheid at home and changed the course of human history for all. Unbowed by racial animosity and decades behind bars, Nelson Mandela was a revolutionary force for nonviolence and justice,” said Conyers.   “I still remember the humble man that visited Detroit, just months following his release from prison, to organize for his political movement in South Africa and speak with Rosa Parks. And I will always treasure the memories I have, just four short years later, of the voyage I made with President Clinton and Harry Belafonte to attend Nelson Mandela’s installation as President of South Africa.   “While we mourn his passage, we know that Madiba’s legacy of fighting for freedom and independence will live on.”",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140919104829/http://dankildee.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/statement-by-congressman-dan-kildee-on-the-death-of-nelson-mandela,Statement by Congressman Dan Kildee on the Death of Nelson Mandela,2013-12-05,2013,2013-12,Democrat,House,MI,Dan Kildee,K000380,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-05) released the following statement today after learning of the death of former South African President Nelson Mandela: “It is with heavy hearts that Michigan, the U.S. and the entire world mourns the death of Nelson Mandela. The world today has lost an incredible and courageous leader. “Nelson Mandela’s perseverance in the face of oppression inspired millions around the world, myself included. As a student in college in the 1970s, I studied and was moved by Nelson Mandela’s life work. As an anti-apartheid leader, he tackled racism and inequality head-on, standing at the forefront of the movement that led to a free South Africa. His mission to propagate peace is only more admirable after he himself was unjustly imprisoned for nearly three decades. Through it all, his dedication to peace and justice persevered, demonstrating to the world that hope and love can conquer all. “While today we mourn the loss of such a revolutionary leader, I take solace in knowing that Nelson Mandela’s life work has undoubtedly made the world a more peaceful, just place.”",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140221124750/http://www.stabenow.senate.gov/?p=press_release&id=1209,Agriculture Chairwoman Stabenow Announces Support for City of Manton Police Department,2013-12-03,2013,2013-12,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"Skip to Content Text Size: M   L   XL Stay Connected: Home Services Agency Assistance Capitol Flags Grant, Procurement & Funding Assistance Special Recognitions Student Resource Center Visiting Washington, D.C. Issues Key Issues Legislation News News Biography Press Kit Contact Contact Newsletter Sign Up Biography About Debbie Photo Gallery Committee Assignments Agriculture Chairwoman Stabenow Announces Support for City of Manton Police Department U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow, Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, today announced support for the City of Manton to purchase a new four-wheel drive police utility vehicle. The support comes through a U.S. Department of Agriculture rural development grant.  ""This rural development funding is welcome news for Manton families, who depend on local services each and every day,"" Stabenow said. ""This support will help local law enforcement perform their duties and protect the public."" The City of Manton will receive a $20,000 Rural Development grant for a new four-wheel drive police utility vehicle, which will replace an aging patrol vehicle. Sen. Stabenow is Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, which has jurisdiction over rural development projects. ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140221124800/http://www.stabenow.senate.gov/?p=press_release&id=1208,"Senators Stabenow, Levin Announce $24 Million for Detroit Fire Department to Hire 150 Firefighters",2013-11-27,2013,2013-11,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"Skip to Content Text Size: M   L   XL Stay Connected: Home Services Agency Assistance Capitol Flags Grant, Procurement & Funding Assistance Special Recognitions Student Resource Center Visiting Washington, D.C. Issues Key Issues Legislation News News Biography Press Kit Contact Contact Newsletter Sign Up Biography About Debbie Photo Gallery Committee Assignments Senators Stabenow, Levin Announce $24 Million for Detroit Fire Department to Hire 150 Firefighters U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow and Carl Levin today announced that the Detroit Fire Department will receive a major federal grant to hire 150 firefighters. The $24,206,400 grant comes through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response Program. Senator Stabenow said, ""This is another major investment in the City of Detroit that will go a long way in helping the fire department hire additional firefighters to protect the public. Making sure our first responders have the resources they need is exactly the kind of support that will help Detroit's continued revitalization."" Senator Levin said, ""There is no more important task that caring for our people in times of emergency. This federal support will make a significant difference for the safety and security of the people of Detroit."" The Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response program is a part of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). These competitive grants help ensure that fire departments nationwide have the frontline firefighters they need to protect their communities. For more information, please visit http://www.fema.gov/firegrants.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140221182549/http://conyers.house.gov/index.cfm/press-releases?ContentRecord_id=27C490D2-3191-4815-BE7A-93B94C947972,Conyers Flags $301 Million in Prescription Drug Savings for Michigan Seniors Under the Affordable Care Act,2013-11-26,2013,2013-11,Democrat,House,MI,John Conyers,C000714,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"(DETROIT) – Today, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released new data showing that seniors and individuals with disabilities who have Medicare prescription drug plan coverage have saved $8.9 billion on prescription drugs due to provisions in the Affordable Care Act (ACA) that closed the “donut hole” coverage gap in Medicare Part D. In Michigan, 142,120 individuals with disabilities and seniors saved more than $142 million on prescription drugs in 2013 alone – an average of more than $1,000 for each beneficiary – and more than $301 million since passage of the Affordable Care Act. After the release of this new data, Congressman John Conyers, Jr. (D-Mich.) issued the following statement: “Prior to the implementation of the Affordable Care Act, seniors and individuals with disabilities who were enrolled in Medicare Part D – the prescription drug benefit program – ran the risk of falling into the ‘donut hole’ coverage gap that would send out of pocket expenses for prescription drug benefits skyrocketing. Thanks to the Affordable Care Act, the ‘donut hole’ has been closed, saving seniors as well as people with disabilities millions on prescription drug benefits. In Michigan alone, 142,120 individuals have saved more than $301 million since the enactment of the Affordable Care Act, with an average beneficiary saving more than $1,000 each. It is clear that the historic Affordable Care Act is already having a positive impact in aiding consumers and reshaping our previously broken healthcare system,” said Conyers. Under the discount program in the Affordable Care Act, in 2010, anyone with a Medicare Part D prescription drug plan who reached the prescription drug ‘donut hole’ got a $250 rebate. In 2011, beneficiaries who landed in the ‘donut hole’ began receiving discounts on covered brand-name drugs and savings on generic drugs. Next year, Medicare Part D participants who fall into the ‘donut hole’ will receive savings of about 53 percent on the cost of brand name drugs and 28 percent on the cost of generic drugs. These savings and Medicare coverage will gradually increase until 2020, when the ‘donut hole’ will be closed. ### The Annual Open Enrollment period for health and drug plans began on October 15 and ends on December 7. For more information on Medicare Open Enrollment and to compare benefits and prices of 2014 Medicare health and drug plans, please visit: http://www.cms.gov/Center/Special-Topic/Open-Enrollment-Center.html.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20131209205440/http://dankildee.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/statement-by-congressman-dan-kildee-on-deal-regarding-irans-nuclear,Statement by Congressman Dan Kildee on Deal Regarding Iran's Nuclear Program,2013-11-23,2013,2013-11,Democrat,House,MI,Dan Kildee,K000380,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"“Today’s agreement with Iran regarding its nuclear program, albeit short-term, is potential progress. This development represents an opportunity for Iran as it seeks to rejoin the global community. However, questions still rightfully remain about Iran after decades of distrust that cannot be repaired overnight. Releasing Amir Hekmati, my constituent who continues to be imprisoned in Iran, would be a tangible demonstration that it is serious about ongoing diplomacy.”",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140221124823/http://www.stabenow.senate.gov/?p=press_release&id=1207,Chairwoman Stabenow Announces Support for Eastern U.P. Schools to Buy More Local Food,2013-11-19,2013,2013-11,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"Skip to Content Text Size: M   L   XL Stay Connected: Home Services Agency Assistance Capitol Flags Grant, Procurement & Funding Assistance Special Recognitions Student Resource Center Visiting Washington, D.C. Issues Key Issues Legislation News News Biography Press Kit Contact Contact Newsletter Sign Up Biography About Debbie Photo Gallery Committee Assignments Chairwoman Stabenow Announces Support for Eastern U.P. Schools to Buy More Local Food U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow, Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, today announced support for the Eastern Upper Peninsula Intermediate School District's F.R.E.S.H. Schools Project. The F.R.E.S.H. Schools Project will start an innovative farm to school program to purchase locally grown produce to be used in school lunches. The support comes through the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Farm to School Program, established by the Healthy, Hunger Free Kids Act which Sen. Stabenow helped lead the effort to pass. ""Making sure locally grown fruits and vegetables are part of school lunches keeps our children healthy and strengthens the local economy,"" said Stabenow. ""With this support, the F.R.E.S.H. Schools Project will help combat child hunger, improve nutrition in schools and create business for local farmers. We need to continue strengthening efforts to increase access to Michigan-grown food choices to boost Michigan's agriculture economy."" The Eastern Upper Peninsula School District includes seven local school districts and will receive $45,000. In addition to bringing fresh, local food to local schools, the Intermediate School District's program will provide field trips to local farms so students will be able to see firsthand how their food is grown or raised. For years, Senator Stabenow has led the effort to increase access to healthy, Michigan-grown food choices for children in schools. Her 2013 Farm Bill continues the successful Fruits and Vegetables Snack Program to provide fresh fruits and vegetables to children throughout the school day. In addition, the Farm Bill expands support for community gardens, farmers' markets and local food hubs across our state and throughout the country to help family farmers sell more local foods, boosting Michigan agriculture, our state's second largest industry. The bill also strengthens research, marketing, disaster relief and other support for Michigan fruit and vegetable growers For more information on the USDA's Farm to School Program, click here.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20131114212624/http://dankildee.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-dan-kildee-cosponsors-bipartisan-comprehensive-immigration,"Congressman Dan Kildee Cosponsors Bipartisan, Comprehensive Immigration Reform",2013-11-13,2013,2013-11,Democrat,House,MI,Dan Kildee,K000380,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-05) today announced that he is cosponsoring a comprehensive immigration reform bill, the Border Security, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration Modernization Act. “Passing comprehensive immigration reform must be a top priority of Congress this year, as it will grow our economy, reduce our national deficit and modernize our broken immigration system,” Congressman Kildee said. “Economists, business leaders and workers agree – we need to fix our current system. Right now, employers can too easily game the system and hire undocumented workers and currently 11 million people are forced to live and work in the shadows. The bill I cosponsored represents a bipartisan opportunity to streamline our immigration system for families, workers and employers as well as strengthen Michigan’s economy through innovation and job creation.” The Border Security, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration Modernization Act, H.R. 15, would: Strengthen border security, outlining specific security goals that must be met to secure our borders. Additionally, the bill provides $14.8 billion in security measures, including funding for 3,500 CBP officers by 2017. Crack down on the hiring of undocumented workers, including expanding the E-Verify technology to crack down on illegal hiring. Unite millions of families by providing protecting workers and offering hardworking immigrants an earned pathway to citizenship after passing background checks, paying penalties and taxes, learning English and going to the back of the legal immigration line. Reform our outdated visa program and streamline legal immigration pathways, including expanding high and low-skilled visa programs. For less-skilled worker visas, employers are required to first recruit U.S. workers for their positions and attest that there are no U.S. workers for the jobs. In June, with a bipartisan vote of 68-32, the U.S. Senate passed a similar comprehensive immigration bill. According to the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office (CBO), enactment of the bipartisan, Senate-passed comprehensive immigration bill would reduce the deficit by $850 billion. CBO also estimates that the bill would increase economic growth by 3.3 percent by 2023. “This bill represents a bipartisan compromise that has already passed the Senate. The House should now act to pass comprehensive immigration reform so both chambers can go to conference and ultimately get a bill before the end of the year to the President for his signature,” Congressman Kildee said. According to the CBO, 8.3 percent of Michigan business owners are immigrants, who annually generate $1.8 billion in income for Michigan each year. Additionally, 40.2 percent of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) graduates at state research-intensive schools are foreign born. “America has always been a nation of immigrants, who throughout our history have helped to make our country the best in the world. It’s time to reform our broken and outdated immigration system to honor our history as a nation of immigrants,” Congressman Kildee said.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20131115165949/http://www.stabenow.senate.gov/?p=press_release&id=1206,Senator Stabenow Announces Disaster Aid for 20 Michigan Counties,2013-11-13,2013,2013-11,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"Skip to Content Text Size: M   L   XL Stay Connected: Home Services Agency Assistance Capitol Flags Grant, Procurement & Funding Assistance Special Recognitions Student Resource Center Visiting Washington, D.C. Issues Key Issues Legislation News News Biography Press Kit Contact Contact Newsletter Sign Up Biography About Debbie Photo Gallery Committee Assignments Senator Stabenow Announces Disaster Aid for 20 Michigan Counties Senator Debbie Stabenow, Chairwoman of the Senate Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry Committee, today announced disaster aid for farmers in 20 Michigan counties that suffered damage from severe hail storms this summer. Farmers will be able to apply for disaster aid in the form of emergency loans from the Farm Service Agency (FSA). ""We cannot allow Michigan farmers to be wiped out because of bad weather,"" said Stabenow. ""This emergency declaration will help provide assistance for Michigan farmers. Agriculture supports nearly one in four jobs in Michigan and when parts of the industry are hit, it impacts our whole state's economy."" The hail storms that led to today's disaster declaration occurred earlier this year, between June 10, 2013 and August 2, 2013. Farmers in the affected counties will have eight months from today's disaster designation to apply for emergency loans. The FSA will consider each application separately and take into account production losses as well as security and repayment ability. Growers should contact their local Farm Service Agency for more information. Huron, Jackson, Saginaw and Washtenaw counties were all designated as primary disaster counties. Sixteen counties were named contiguous disaster counties and are eligible for the same aid as primary counties: Bay, Calhoun, Eaton, Genesee, Gratiot, Hillsdale, Ingham, Lenawee, Livingston, Midland, Monroe, Oakland, Sanilac, Shiawassee, Tuscola and Wayne.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140301163740/http://dankildee.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/statement-by-congressman-dan-kildee-on-buick-city-complex-manufacturing,Statement by Congressman Dan Kildee on Buick City Complex Manufacturing Announcement,2013-11-13,2013,2013-11,Democrat,House,MI,Dan Kildee,K000380,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-05) issued the following statement today after it was announced that the American Cast Iron Pipe Co. will build a new manufacturing plant at the Buick City site in Flint: “Today’s announcement is great news for the city of Flint and our regional economy. For over a decade, the Buick City complex has sat idle, serving as a daily reminder of the past and what was. Now, with this new manufacturing plant, we look toward the future. This new long-term investment will create permanent, new jobs and invest millions of dollars in our community. It is also my hope that today’s announcement will create a ripple effect of additional investments around the Buick City site in the near future.” As country treasurer, Congressman Dan Kildee helped to develop state and federal brownfield development policies that helped to form the basis for these types of investments in Flint. And as President of the Center for Community Progress, Congressman Kildee also worked with community partners, including the Environmental Protection Agency, to reestablish large manufacturing sites such as Buick City for redevelopment and future use.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://stabenow.senate.gov?p=press_release&id=1204,Chairwoman Stabenow Announces Funding for the City of Grand Rapids to Conserve Grand River,2013-11-12,2013,2013-11,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,stabenow.senate.gov,,,legacy,"Upper Peninsula Office 1901 W. Ridge Suite 7 Marquette, MI 49855 Phone: (906) 228-8756 Northern Michigan Office 3335 S. Airport Road West Suite 6B Traverse City, MI 49684 Phone: (231) 929-1031 West Michigan Office 3280 E. Beltline Court NE Suite 400 Grand Rapids, MI 49525 Phone: (616) 975-0052 Mid-Michigan Office 221 W. Lake Lansing Road Suite 100 East Lansing, MI 48823 Phone: (517) 203-1760 Southeast Michigan Office 719 Griswold St. Suite 700 Detroit, MI 48226 Phone: (313) 961-4330 Flint/Saginaw Bay Office 432 N. Saginaw St Suite 301 Flint, MI 48502 Phone: (810) 720-4172 Washington DC 731 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, D.C. 20510-2204 Phone: (202) 224-4822",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://stabenow.senate.gov?p=press_release&id=1203,Senator Stabenow Congratulates Cadillac on Lansing-Made CTS Being Named Motor Trend?s 2014 Car of the Year,2013-11-08,2013,2013-11,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,stabenow.senate.gov,,,legacy,"Upper Peninsula Office 1901 W. Ridge Suite 7 Marquette, MI 49855 Phone: (906) 228-8756 Northern Michigan Office 3335 S. Airport Road West Suite 6B Traverse City, MI 49684 Phone: (231) 929-1031 West Michigan Office 3280 E. Beltline Court NE Suite 400 Grand Rapids, MI 49525 Phone: (616) 975-0052 Mid-Michigan Office 221 W. Lake Lansing Road Suite 100 East Lansing, MI 48823 Phone: (517) 203-1760 Southeast Michigan Office 719 Griswold St. Suite 700 Detroit, MI 48226 Phone: (313) 961-4330 Flint/Saginaw Bay Office 432 N. Saginaw St Suite 301 Flint, MI 48502 Phone: (810) 720-4172 Washington DC 731 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, D.C. 20510-2204 Phone: (202) 224-4822",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://stabenow.senate.gov?p=press_release&id=1205,Chairwoman Stabenow Announces Funding for the City of Flint to Help Clean Up Historic ?Chevy in the Hole? Site,2013-11-08,2013,2013-11,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,stabenow.senate.gov,,,legacy,"Upper Peninsula Office 1901 W. Ridge Suite 7 Marquette, MI 49855 Phone: (906) 228-8756 Northern Michigan Office 3335 S. Airport Road West Suite 6B Traverse City, MI 49684 Phone: (231) 929-1031 West Michigan Office 3280 E. Beltline Court NE Suite 400 Grand Rapids, MI 49525 Phone: (616) 975-0052 Mid-Michigan Office 221 W. Lake Lansing Road Suite 100 East Lansing, MI 48823 Phone: (517) 203-1760 Southeast Michigan Office 719 Griswold St. Suite 700 Detroit, MI 48226 Phone: (313) 961-4330 Flint/Saginaw Bay Office 432 N. Saginaw St Suite 301 Flint, MI 48502 Phone: (810) 720-4172 Washington DC 731 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, D.C. 20510-2204 Phone: (202) 224-4822",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140221125249/http://www.stabenow.senate.gov/?p=press_release&id=1202,Senator Stabenow Applauds Announcement to Strengthen Mental Health Parity,2013-11-08,2013,2013-11,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow, author of the mental health parity requirement in health reform and cosponsor of the bipartisan Excellence in Mental Health Act, today applauded the announcement by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that outlines new rules to strengthen mental health parity. Today's announcement ensures that the final protections under the 2008 Mental Health Parity law are fully implemented. Senator Stabenow fought for the passage of this law, which prevents health insurance plans from charging more (through higher co-pays, deductibles and other out-of-pocket costs) for mental health and substance abuse services than for medical or surgical benefits. Since passage of the law, Sen. Stabenow has been advocating for these final rules to move forward, with strong standards that will ensure more equal coverage. Senator Stabenow also authored a provision of the Affordable Care Act that ensures the requirements of the 2008 parity law also apply to the new health care marketplaces created by the Affordable Care Act. ""This announcement is another step toward strengthening America's mental health services and making sure treatment is available for the thousands of Americans living with mental illness,"" Stabenow said. ""These rules bring us closer to ensuring that we treat mental health the same as physical health, and individuals and their families who are struggling with mental health can get the care and support they need."" One-third of those with mood disorders do not receive treatment of any kind in a given year, and fewer than half of those with severe mental disorders receive any treatment. Twenty-two veterans commit suicide every day. With at least 25% of returning veterans from Iraq and Afghanistan experiencing some type of mental health condition, Community Mental Health Centers are expected to soon be serving hundreds of thousands of additional veterans. Earlier this year, Sen. Stabenow introduced the bipartisan Excellence in Mental Health Act to expand access to treatment for those who need it and ensure the quality of care delivered. The Excellence in Mental Health Act is cosponsored by a bipartisan group of Senators including Sens. Debbie Stabenow (D-MI), Roy Blunt (R-MO), Jack Reed (D-RI), Marco Rubio (R-FL), Patrick Leahy (D-VT), Susan Collins (R-ME), Barbara Boxer (D-CA), Lisa Murkowski (R-AK), Jay Rockefeller (D-WV), Barbara Mikulski (D-MD), Jon Tester (D-MT), Mark Begich (D-AK), Chris Coons (D-DE), Maria Cantwell (D-WA), Elizabeth Warren (D-MA), Sherrod Brown (D-OH), Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) Chuck Schumer (D-NY), Robert Menendez (D-NJ), Amy Klobuchar (D-MN), Ed Markey (D-MA), Chris Murphy (D-CT), and Ron Wyden (D-OR). The bill is supported by over 50 mental health organizations, veterans organizations and law enforcement organizations including: the National Association of Police Organizations, National Sherriffs Association, American Psychiatric Association, the American Psychological Association, National Alliance on Mental Illness, the National Council for Behavioral Healthcare, American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, Mental Health America, National Association of Psychiatric Health Systems, Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America and Give An Hour, among many others.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://stabenow.senate.gov?p=press_release&id=1199,"Chairwoman Stabenow Announces Funding for The Greening of Detroit to Help Restore Vacant Land, Conserve the Detroit and Rouge River Watersheds",2013-11-07,2013,2013-11,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,stabenow.senate.gov,,,legacy,"Upper Peninsula Office 1901 W. Ridge Suite 7 Marquette, MI 49855 Phone: (906) 228-8756 Northern Michigan Office 3335 S. Airport Road West Suite 6B Traverse City, MI 49684 Phone: (231) 929-1031 West Michigan Office 3280 E. Beltline Court NE Suite 400 Grand Rapids, MI 49525 Phone: (616) 975-0052 Mid-Michigan Office 221 W. Lake Lansing Road Suite 100 East Lansing, MI 48823 Phone: (517) 203-1760 Southeast Michigan Office 719 Griswold St. Suite 700 Detroit, MI 48226 Phone: (313) 961-4330 Flint/Saginaw Bay Office 432 N. Saginaw St Suite 301 Flint, MI 48502 Phone: (810) 720-4172 Washington DC 731 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, D.C. 20510-2204 Phone: (202) 224-4822",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140221123350/http://www.stabenow.senate.gov/?p=press_release&id=1201,Senators Stabenow and Levin Announce Support for Michigan Community Health Centers to Expand Access to Care,2013-11-07,2013,2013-11,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow and Carl Levin today announced federal support for nine Michigan Community Health Centers. The support, which will expand access to affordable and quality care, comes through the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), and was made available by the Affordable Care Act. ""Many Michigan families are able to see a family doctor and receive basic medical services through community health centers across the state,"" said Stabenow. ""Without these centers, many patients would go without critical health care or be forced to turn to the emergency room, which is a much greater cost for communities. The improvement to these centers and the establishment of two new centers will help families have access to the quality care they need."" ""Michigan's community health centers play a vital role in cities and towns across our state,"" Levin said. ""This federal funding will provide much needed support to these health centers as they offer essential health care services to thousands of Michiganians."" $6,251,320 was awarded to health centers across Michigan, including two community mental health centers. Community health centers play a vital role in delivering health care service in high-need communities, whose residents typically lack insurance. List of Health Center Awardees and award amount: Cherry Street Services, Grand Rapids, $858,333 Community Mental Health Services of St. Joseph County, Centreville, $812,500 Covenant Community Care, Inc., Detroit, $650,000 Detroit Central City Community Mental Health, Inc., Detroit, $793,750 Health Delivery, Inc.,  Saginaw, $858,333 Lakeland Immediate Care Center, Cassopolis, $400,000 Mycare Health Center, Mount Clemens, $866,667 Traverse Health Clinic and Coalition, Traverse City, $866,667 Western Wayne Family Health Centers, Inkster, $145,070",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140221124457/http://www.stabenow.senate.gov/?p=press_release&id=1200,Senators Say Tax Reform Proposals Must Consider Impact on Manufacturing,2013-11-07,2013,2013-11,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow, Sherrod Brown, Robert Casey, Jr., and Ron Wyden today said any tax reform proposals that are set to come before Congress must be carefully analyzed to determine their potential impact on American manufacturing. In a letter to the Joint Committee on Taxation, Senators asked the Committee to be prepared to perform sector-by-sector analyses of tax reform proposals so Congress could be informed of the proposals' economic implications. The Joint Committee on Taxation's nonpartisan professional staff, comprised of economists, accountants, and attorneys, advises both houses of Congress on tax legislation. In their letter, the senators warned that if key provisions that promote domestic investment are eliminated in tax reform, manufacturing and other key sectors of the economy could be negatively affected. The senators emphasized that many of these provisions have helped create good-paying jobs, including manufacturing jobs, which have grown the U.S. economy and the middle class. The letter reads in part: ""We believe that domestic investment is critical to creating good jobs in the United States and enabling broad-based economic growth, and we will want to gauge the impact of any tax reform proposal on capital-intensive sectors such as manufacturing and other key sectors of the economy.... Given the importance of this analysis from the JCT, we are writing now to ensure that you and your staff are prepared to provide such analysis promptly upon release of the committees' tax reform proposals."" The full text of the letter and list of cosigners is below: November 7, 2013 Thomas Barthold Chief of Staff Joint Committee on Taxation 1625 Longworth House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 Dear Tom: The House Committee on Ways and Means and the Senate Committee on Finance are developing comprehensive tax reform proposals. The proposals could have far-reaching impacts throughout the U.S. economy. A thorough understanding of those impacts will be critical to both committees' consideration of any tax reform proposal. Therefore, we write to ensure that the Joint Committee on Taxation (JCT) staff is prepared to provide analysis of the impact of the tax reform proposals, as they emerge, on various sectors of the economy and more broadly on incentives for domestic investment. We intend to request such a sectoral analysis as soon as a proposal is released. Incentives for domestic investment are vital to domestic job creation. Many of these provisions have been essential to the creation of good-paying jobs, including domestic manufacturing jobs, which have grown the U.S. economy and the middle class. We believe that if tax reform eliminates these important tax provisions, it could adversely affect sectors of the economy that demand new domestic capital investment and that create and support good-paying jobs. Many tax reform proposals aim to eliminate or phase out specific tax expenditures in order to finance lower tax rates, generally. These tax provisions serve specific policy goals, notably the promotion of manufacturing and capital investment in the United States. If tax reform eliminates these provisions, the net effect could be to weaken incentives for manufacturing and capital investment, increasing effective tax rates even with lower nominal tax rates. An analysis by economist Martin Sullivan, published in Tax Notes, illustrated that a tax reform that eliminates three key domestic investment incentives - accelerated depreciation, the domestic production activities deduction, and the R&D credit - would have sharply divergent impacts on different sectors of the economy. Domestic manufacturers, for example, would pay higher effective rates because the loss of incentives outweighs the tax benefit from lower rates. The tax-writing committees are also considering major changes to the international tax system. International tax reform will also have important ramifications for many sectors of the economy and for domestic investment. We believe that domestic investment is critical to creating good jobs in the United States and enabling broad-based economic growth, and we will want to gauge the impact of any tax reform proposal on capital-intensive sectors such as manufacturing and other key sectors of the economy. It would be premature to speculate what specific provisions might be eliminated in the tax reform proposals that are being developed in the tax-writing committees. Detailed analysis of the provisions, including, but not limited to, sector-by-sector analysis in changes to effective tax rates, will be crucially important in both committees' consideration of the proposals as we move forward. Given the importance of this analysis from the JCT, we are writing now to ensure that you and your staff are prepared to provide such analysis promptly upon release of the committees' tax reform proposals. We look forward to working with you on the continued examination of these and other issues as they develop in the tax reform process. Sincerely, DEBBIE STABENOW SHERROD BROWN ROBERT P. CASEY, JR. RON WYDEN",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://stabenow.senate.gov?p=press_release&id=1194,Senator Stabenow Statement on First-Ever Discovery of Asian Carp DNA in Lake Michigan,2013-11-06,2013,2013-11,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,stabenow.senate.gov,,,legacy,"Upper Peninsula Office 1901 W. Ridge Suite 7 Marquette, MI 49855 Phone: (906) 228-8756 Northern Michigan Office 3335 S. Airport Road West Suite 6B Traverse City, MI 49684 Phone: (231) 929-1031 West Michigan Office 3280 E. Beltline Court NE Suite 400 Grand Rapids, MI 49525 Phone: (616) 975-0052 Mid-Michigan Office 221 W. Lake Lansing Road Suite 100 East Lansing, MI 48823 Phone: (517) 203-1760 Southeast Michigan Office 719 Griswold St. Suite 700 Detroit, MI 48226 Phone: (313) 961-4330 Flint/Saginaw Bay Office 432 N. Saginaw St Suite 301 Flint, MI 48502 Phone: (810) 720-4172 Washington DC 731 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, D.C. 20510-2204 Phone: (202) 224-4822",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140221125328/http://www.stabenow.senate.gov/?p=press_release&id=1198,All 16 Great Lakes Senators Unite to Urge Ongoing Effort to Stop Asian Carp,2013-11-06,2013,2013-11,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"All 16 Senators from the Great Lakes States, both Democrats and Republicans, united today to urge an ongoing effort in the fight to stop Asian carp from destroying the Great Lakes ecosystem. In a letter to the Army Corps of Engineers, the bipartisan group of senators called on the Corps to identify remaining steps needed to cut off Asian carp entry points into the Great Lakes. Last year, President Obama signed the bipartisan Stop Invasive Species Act. The law requires the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to present Congress, by the end of the year, with a report (known as the GLMRIS report) on possible strategies to permanently prevent Asian carp from entering the Great Lakes. Today's bipartisan action urges the Corps to outline the steps it will take once that report is submitted to determine the best approach among the possible options so work can begin as soon as possible. The Great Lakes Senators' letter reads in part: ""It is our expectation that the Corps will work with Congress, our staff, and regional stakeholders before and after the report is issued so that we can expeditiously determine how to best move forward with a comprehensive approach to address Asian Carp and other aquatic invasive species. We ask you to identify how you intend to work with stakeholders on a comprehensive alternative that will maintain commerce, enhance and not degrade water quality, and permanently safeguard the Great Lakes from Asian carp and other invasive species following the release of the GLMRIS report.... Upon release of the GLMRIS report, it is imperative that the Corps continue its evaluation process under existing authority so that we can move very quickly on a comprehensive approach to best protect the environmental and economic health of the Great Lakes and Mississippi River.""   The full text of the letter and list of cosigners is below: November 6, 2013 The Honorable Jo-Ellen Darcy Assistant Secretary of the Army Department of the Army, Civil Works 108 Army Pentagon Washington, DC 20310 Dear Assistant Secretary Darcy: We are pleased that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, as a part of the Asian Carp Regional Coordinating Committee, is continuing to implement and explore strategies that address the potential transfer of Asian carp and other aquatic invasive species (AIS) between the Great Lakes and Mississippi River basins. In addition to continuing this work, it is imperative that the Corps work with Congress on developing a plan that will provide long term, sustainable protection for the Great Lakes from the spread of nonindigenous aquatic species, which threaten our region's environment, fishing and boating industries, and overall economy. The Water Resources Development Act of 2007 tasked the Corps, in consultation with a variety of other federal and state agencies, to conduct a feasibility study that evaluates alternatives and technologies that could be used to prevent the transfer of nonindigenous aquatic species between the Great Lakes and Mississippi River basins through a variety of pathways. A final version of this study, known as the Great Lakes and Mississippi River Interbasin Study (GLMRIS), is due to Congress in January 2014. It is our understanding that this report will provide a set of alternatives for Congress to assess but will not include a formal recommendation of which alternative would be most effective in preventing species, like Asian carp, from transferring between the two basins in the long term. It is our expectation that the Corps will work with Congress, our staff, and regional stakeholders before and after the report is issued so that we can expeditiously determine how to best move forward with a comprehensive approach to address Asian Carp and other aquatic invasive species. We ask you to identify how you intend to work with stakeholders on a comprehensive alternative that will maintain commerce, enhance and not degrade water quality, and permanently safeguard the Great Lakes from Asian carp and other invasive species following the release of the GLMRIS report. Please explain what decisions and authorizations will be necessary to allow for implementation of a comprehensive approach to address invasive species. We also ask you to describe measures that have been taken to date and identify interim measures that can be put into place to greatly reduce the risk of invasive species moving between the Great Lakes and Mississippi River basins. Upon release of the GLMRIS report, it is imperative that the Corps continue its evaluation process under existing authority so that we can move very quickly on a comprehensive approach to best protect the environmental and economic health of the Great Lakes and Mississippi River. Protecting the Great Lakes from harmful aquatic species is a shared responsibility of Congress, the Corps, other federal agencies, the affected states, and relevant local agencies. We are committed to working with you and to quickly identify a long-term approach to a problem that could have devastating effects on our region's economy, environment, and way of life. We look forward to your positive response. Sincerely, Senator Debbie Stabenow Senator Rob Portman Senator Sherrod Brown Senator Carl Levin Senator Dick Durbin Senator Chuck Schumer Senator Robert Casey Jr. Senator Joe Donnelly Senator Al Franken Senator Tammy Baldwin Senator Mark Kirk Senator Daniel Coats Senator Kirsten Gillibrand Senator Amy Klobuchar Senator Ron Johnson Senator Pat Toomey",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140221123726/http://www.stabenow.senate.gov/?p=press_release&id=1193,"Senators Stabenow, Levin Welcome Deer Lake EPA Announcement",2013-11-05,2013,2013-11,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"Skip to Content Text Size: M   L   XL Stay Connected: Home Services Agency Assistance Capitol Flags Grant, Procurement & Funding Assistance Special Recognitions Student Resource Center Visiting Washington, D.C. Issues Key Issues Legislation News News Biography Press Kit Contact Contact Newsletter Sign Up Biography About Debbie Photo Gallery Committee Assignments Senators Stabenow, Levin Welcome Deer Lake EPA Announcement Sens. Debbie Stabenow and Carl Levin today welcomed the announcement by U.S. Environmental Protection Agency of completion of the Deer Lake Area of Concern project near Ishpeming. The Michigan senators have been strong proponents of the project, including the diversion of Partridge Creek, which had flowed through a contaminated underground mine carrying mercury contamination into Deer Lake and from there potentially into the Great Lakes. Completion of the project was completed with $8 million in funding from the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative, which Levin and Stabenow have long supported. ""Protecting the Lake Superior Watershed for future generations is critical to our economy and our way of life,"" Stabenow said. ""It's terrific that with the help of this Great Lakes Restoration funding, residents and visitors will be able to once again fish on Deer Lake and enjoy the area for years to come."" ""The long effort to protect Deer Lake, and along with it our Great Lakes, has now reached fruition so that fish and wildlife can flourish and people can enjoy the area's natural beauty and recreation opportunities. Diverting Partridge Creek will prevent harmful mercury from contaminating Lake Superior. I am thrilled to see this $8 million in Great Lakes Restoration Initiative funding put to good use."" To learn more about the Deer Lake announcement, click here.   Related News",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140919105252/http://dankildee.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/statement-by-congressman-dan-kildee-on-enda,Statement by Congressman Dan Kildee on ENDA,2013-11-04,2013,2013-11,Democrat,House,MI,Dan Kildee,K000380,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-05) issued the following statement today after the Employment Non-Discrimination Act (ENDA) cleared a key vote in the U.S. Senate: “With the U.S. Senate historically voting in a key procedural vote to protect all Americans from workplace discrimination, Speaker Boehner should immediately allow for an up-or-down vote on the Employment Non-Discrimination Act in the House. I’ve cosponsored and championed ENDA since being in Congress and it’s my hope that it becomes law without further delay. “Unbelievably, in 29 states – including Michigan – you can still be fired for being gay. This must end. Everyone should be afforded protections from discrimination in the workplace, including gay and lesbian Americans.” Congressman Kildee has cosponsored the Employment Non-Discrimination Act, H.R. 1755, in the U.S. House of Representatives. It currently has 193 cosponsors. ENDA would ban discrimination in the workplace based on sexual orientation or gender identity. Federal law does already bars employers from discriminating on the basis of race, color, sex, nationality, religion, age or disability.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140919105315/http://dankildee.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/as-billons-in-cuts-to-food-assistance-take-effect-congressman-dan-kildee,"As Billions in Cuts to Food Assistance Take Effect, Congressman Dan Kildee Urges Congress to Fully Fund SNAP Incentive Programs",2013-11-01,2013,2013-11,Democrat,House,MI,Dan Kildee,K000380,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"Kildee Writes Farm Bill Conferees Urging Support for the Local Food for Healthy Families Act, Which Would Expand SNAP Incentive Programs As $5 billion in cuts to food assistance take effect today, Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-05) urged his congressional colleagues in a letter to forgo further deep cuts to nutrition aid and instead incorporate his legislation, the Local Food for Healthy Families Act, into a broader Farm Bill, which would expand incentive programs so those on food stamps can purchase fresh, locally-grown fruits and vegetables. In a letter today to members of the Farm Bill conference committee, Congressman Kildee asks members to support the “Senate-passed Farm Bill’s level of funding” for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) incentive programs. “With $5 billion in cuts to SNAP set to take place today, and potentially billions in additional cuts, it makes it even more important to fund SNAP incentive programs,” his letter reads. In August, Congressman Kildee introduced the Local Food for Healthy Families Act, which would promote such programs nationwide that would expand access to healthy, fresh and locally-grown fruits and vegetables at participating farmers’ markets. The bill would expand funding for programs like Michigan’s Double Up Food Bucks (DUFB), a food incentive program that gives state residents on food assistance more purchasing power to buy healthy, locally-grown produce. “The harsh cuts to food assistance taking effect today mean that tens of thousands of Michiganders will literally have less food on the table for themselves and their families,” Congressman Kildee said. “What’s worse is some in Congress want to enact even deeper cuts, and that is wrong. SNAP provides essential food benefits to people who may be struggling to make ends meet or find a job. These cuts affect people who are literally living paycheck-to-paycheck and meal-to-meal and take food away from the most vulnerable among us, including seniors and children,” Congressman Kildee said. Congressman Kildee’s letter today comes as 48 million Americans, including 1.8 million Michiganders, today will see reduced food assistance support. The 13.6 percent cut to food assistance enacted today means that Michigan families on food assistance will lose about $420 a year in benefits, according to the Department of Agriculture. In June, Congressman Kildee lived on an food stamp budget for an average Michigander – $31.50, or $4.50 a day – for one week to raise awareness about billions of dollars in SNAP cuts proposed by Republicans. He has been an outspoken fighter and voted against such draconian cuts on several occasions, most recently in July, when the House, on a party-line vote, passed $40 billion in cuts to SNAP. Congressman Kildee’s letter to Farm Bill conferees is below. 11-1-13, Farm Bill Conferees.pdf",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://stabenow.senate.gov?p=press_release&id=1192,"Senators Stabenow and Blunt, Leaders of Effort to Pass Mental Health Legislation, Issue Statement on 50th Anniversary of JFK?s Community Mental Health Act",2013-10-31,2013,2013-10,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,stabenow.senate.gov,,,legacy,"Upper Peninsula Office 1901 W. Ridge Suite 7 Marquette, MI 49855 Phone: (906) 228-8756 Northern Michigan Office 3335 S. Airport Road West Suite 6B Traverse City, MI 49684 Phone: (231) 929-1031 West Michigan Office 3280 E. Beltline Court NE Suite 400 Grand Rapids, MI 49525 Phone: (616) 975-0052 Mid-Michigan Office 221 W. Lake Lansing Road Suite 100 East Lansing, MI 48823 Phone: (517) 203-1760 Southeast Michigan Office 719 Griswold St. Suite 700 Detroit, MI 48226 Phone: (313) 961-4330 Flint/Saginaw Bay Office 432 N. Saginaw St Suite 301 Flint, MI 48502 Phone: (810) 720-4172 Washington DC 731 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, D.C. 20510-2204 Phone: (202) 224-4822",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140221130108/http://www.stabenow.senate.gov/?p=press_release&id=1191,"Senators Stabenow, Levin Urge Level Playing Field for American Steel",2013-10-31,2013,2013-10,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow and Carl Levin yesterday sent a letter with a bipartisan group of 19 senators urging the U.S. International Trade Commission to maintain a level playing field for U.S. hot-rolled steel. The letter is in response to anticompetitive dumping of foreign products into the U.S. market to undercut American hot-rolled steel manufacturers. The letter reads, in part: ""The trade orders in place are necessary to prevent further injury to an already vulnerable domestic steel industry. While the economy is growing slowly, the U.S. hot-rolled steel industry is in substantially worse condition than it was when the Commission last considered these trade remedies, five years ago."" In addition to Senators Stabenow and Levin (both D-MI), the letter is signed by Senators Joe Donnelly (D-IN), Jeff Sessions (R-AL), John Boozman (R-AR), Sherrod Brown (D-OH), Richard Burr (R-NC), Robert Casey (D-PA), Dan Coats (R-IN), Dick Durbin (D-IL), Al Franken (D-MN), Lindsey Graham (R-SC), Kay Hagan (D-NC), Tom Harkin (D-IA), Amy Klobuchar (D-MN), Rob Portman (R-OH), Mark Pryor (D-AR), John Rockefeller (D-WV), and Richard Shelby (R-AL). The full text of the letter follows: Dear Chairman Williamson: We are writing to encourage you to maintain the existing antidumping and countervailing duty orders against unfairly traded imports of hot-rolled steel from China, India, Indonesia, Thailand, Taiwan, and Ukraine. Theses trade orders are necessary to prevent further injury to an already vulnerable domestic steel industry. While the economy is growing slowly, the U.S. hot-rolled steel industry is in substantially worse condition than it was when the Commission last considered these trade remedies, five years ago. The recent financial performance of domestic hot-rolled steel producers confirms that production and capacity utilization rates are down, and the industry's rates of return are wholly inadequate to justify future investment. Moreover, U.S. demand for hot-rolled steel remains weak and the overall health of the U.S. and global economy is unstable. At the same time, hot-rolled steel producers in all six countries are heavily export-oriented and have become even more so given depressed market conditions in their home and traditional global steel overcapacity is substantial and growing. Yet, these countries continue to expand their capacity at alarming rates. With economic slowdowns in Europe, the Middle East, North Africa, and Asia, foreign producers in these six countries will not hesitate to ship their dumped and subsidized excess steel into the United States, as they have in the past. As the Commission is aware, the Department of Commerce recently determined the revocation of the antidumping orders would likely lead these countries to dump hot-rolled steel into the United States at margins ranging from 4.41 percent to 90.83 percent, and that revocation of the countervailing duty orders would likely lead to continuations or recurrence of a counteravailable subsidy at margins of more that 500 percent. In other words, these trade remedy orders are the only thing preventing significant quantities of unfairly traded hot-rolled steel from these countries from quickly overwhelming an already vulnerable industry and causing harm to U.S. manufacturers and their workers. Given the current state of the domestic industry and the ability of producers in China, India, Indonesia, Thailand, Taiwan and Ukraine to send significant quantities of hot-rolled steel to the U.S. market, removing the existing trade orders would harm the domestic industry and its workers. As a result, we strongly urge you to maintain the existing orders against dumped and subsidized imports of hot-rolled steel. Thank you in advance for your time and consideration of this critical issue.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140221121546/http://www.stabenow.senate.gov/?p=press_release&id=1190,Chairwoman Stabenow Delivers Opening Remarks at Farm Bill Conference Committee,2013-10-30,2013,2013-10,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow, Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, today delivered opening remarks as the Farm Bill conference committee begins.  This marks the beginning of the final phase in the effort to complete a five-year Farm Bill. The full text of her remarks as prepared for delivery follow:   Chairwoman Debbie Stabenow's Opening Statement 2013 Farm Bill Conference Committee Wednesday, October 30, 2013 As prepared for delivery Thank you, Mr. Chairman. In a Congress that is too often divided, it is refreshing that we are able to come together in agriculture, work across the aisle, and accomplish real reforms. We have an incredible opportunity with this conference committee to finally get this five year Farm Bill done and demonstrate to colleagues in both of our chambers that we can truly govern together. In June, the Senate passed a Farm Bill with an overwhelming bipartisan majority of 66 votes. Our bill represents the biggest reforms to agricultural policy in decades. It ends direct payments, it tightens payment limits, modernizes dairy policy, and stops people who aren't actively engaged in farming from getting tax payer subsidies. Instead, the Senate agrees with the House that our focus should be on reforming and strengthening crop insurance. We have heard from the beginning that risk management was the key priority of farmers and ranchers all across the country, and our bill reflects that by expanding crop insurance to cover more farmers and more kinds of crops. We also agree with the House that it is important to have an effective, permanent livestock disaster assistance program. Between the droughts of last year and the early snow storms in the Dakotas, we have seen the importance of having this disaster assistance in place. As the Senate has made these reforms, one of our top priorities has been to reduce market distortions. Designing agricultural policies that are risk based and market-based will be a critical goal in our final negotiations. We also worked hard to make sure the Senate bill would not be trade distorting while promoting U.S. agricultural exports that our producers all rely upon. As we make this shift to risk management policies, it is very important that farmers and ranchers continue to do the things that make them the best stewards of our land and water resources. By reconnecting conservation compliance to our now-strengthened crop insurance program, we protect the future of agriculture. We must also save fragile grasslands from destruction with a national sodsaver program that protects these landscapes and habitats while keeping management decisions with our farmers and ranchers. The good news in the Conservation Title is that both the Senate and the House have similar reforms that will strengthen our partnerships with farmers to protect of our natural resources for future generations. I'm pleased to see that both the Senate and the House have a strong Specialty Crop and Horticulture Title, supporting specialty crop, organic and local food production. 47% of the total crop value in Agriculture comes from specialty crops alone. The Senate bill helps create new jobs through a robust Energy Title. This title helps our country be more energy independent, saves farmers money and helps consumers save at the pump. This is a win-win-win for rural communities and America's future. For our farmers, crop insurance is a lifeline when disaster strikes. For American families, SNAP provides a lifeline when they face an economic disaster. We worked hard in the Senate to make real reforms to save money in food assistance - we cracked down on fraud and misuse to make sure that every dollar is going to those families who are truly in need. And, that is the approach we will need to take to achieve bi-partisan support for our final Farm Bill. It is critical to note that an $11 Billion cut to families across our country takes affect this Friday. For those getting food help, that means every child, every senior citizen, every disabled veteran, every person who's lost their job will have a more difficult time putting food on their tables. Also that $11 Billion plus the $4 Billion in cuts in the Senate bill mean that accepting the Senate nutrition Title would result in a total of $15 Billion in cuts in nutrition. The good news is that CBO projects in their baseline that over 14 million people will no longer need temporary food help over the next few years because the economy is improving and they will be able to go back to work. While there are many areas that are similar between our two bills, there are of course other differences. One area of great concern is the provision that would override state government's Constitutional authorities on a wide range of issues including animal welfare, milk standards, labeling of artificial sweeteners and invasive pests - just to name a few. Mr. Chairman, I am very pleased to be here with you at this conference committee where I am confident we can work through these difficult issues and find common ground. There are 16 million men and women whose jobs rely on the strength of Agriculture. They are counting on us to work together in good faith and get this Farm Bill done. And I am confident we won't let them down. Thank you, Mr. Chairman.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140221130126/http://www.stabenow.senate.gov/?p=press_release&id=1189,Chairwoman Stabenow Kicks Off Final Phase of Effort to Pass Bipartisan Farm Bill,2013-10-30,2013,2013-10,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"Skip to Content Text Size: M   L   XL Stay Connected: Home Services Agency Assistance Capitol Flags Grant, Procurement & Funding Assistance Special Recognitions Student Resource Center Visiting Washington, D.C. Issues Key Issues Legislation News News Biography Press Kit Contact Contact Newsletter Sign Up Biography About Debbie Photo Gallery Committee Assignments Chairwoman Stabenow Kicks Off Final Phase of Effort to Pass Bipartisan Farm Bill U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow, Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, today convened a conference committee made up of Senators and Representatives from both parties and from both chambers of Congress to develop a final bipartisan Farm Bill. This marks the beginning of the final phase in the effort to complete a five-year Farm Bill that will reduce the deficit and create agriculture jobs. ""Americans want Congress to work together to create jobs and reduce the deficit. The Farm Bill does both,"" said Stabenow. ""I'm looking forward to sitting down around a table with my House colleagues, like we did in the Senate, to develop a final bipartisan Farm Bill that reforms agriculture programs, provides certainty for farmers and saves taxpayers billions. This bill is the most significant reform to agriculture policy in decades, it's critical for the economy and it's long-past time to get it done."" The Senate Farm Bill represents major reform of agriculture programs, yielding a total of $24 billion in spending cuts by eliminating unnecessary direct payment subsidies to farmers, consolidating programs to end duplication, and cracking down on fraud and misuse. These reforms save taxpayer dollars overall while allowing for increased investments in initiatives that help Michigan's farmers and small businesses create jobs. Agriculture is Michigan's second largest industry. Nationwide agriculture supports 16 million jobs. The Senate passed the Farm Bill Senator Stabenow authored by an overwhelming bipartisan margin 64-35 last year, but the House never took up the bill. Earlier this year, Senator Stabenow passed a similar Farm Bill in the Senate with even more bipartisan support, 66-27. The House then passed a Farm Bill this year, but since the House bill was not identical to the Senate's, the bipartisan conference committee was convened to iron out differences in the bills and develop a final version. The final Farm Bill will then go to both the House and a Senate for a vote, and if passed will go to the president for his signature. For a summary of the 2013 Farm Bill, click here. For a summary of statements from Senate colleagues on both sides of aisle praising the 2013 Farm Bill, click here.   Related News",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140221130149/http://www.stabenow.senate.gov/?p=press_release&id=1188,Senator Stabenow Delivers Opening Statement at Budget Conference Committee,2013-10-30,2013,2013-10,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow delivered her opening statement at today's opening of the bipartisan budget conference committee.  The full text of her remarks as prepared for delivery can be found below.   U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow's Opening Statement 2013 Budget Conference Committee Wednesday, October 30, 2013 As Prepared for Delivery Thank you, Mr. Chairman. And I want to thank Chairman Murray for her important leadership as well. It is critical that we are sitting down in a bipartisan way to focus on our priorities as a nation. We know that government needs to do more with less - and we are. We are streamlining government by getting rid of programs and policies that don't work and don't make sense. We have already cut $2.5 trillion from the $4 trillion goal we set for reducing the debt over the next ten years. Together, we have the opportunity to take the next step in meeting that goal. A step that needs to be balanced in its approach, using smart decisions - not reckless ones. As you know, I chair the Senate Agriculture Committee and we took this same approach with the Senate Farm Bill. When it becomes law, it will reduce the deficit by at least $20 billion by consolidating and streamlining programs, ending wasteful subsidies, and eliminating waste, fraud and abuse while setting the right priorities to support farmers and families. I served in the House the last time we actually balanced the budget. President Clinton was in office and we balanced the budget for the first time in 30 years by making tough choices to grow our economy and strengthen the middle class - and we can do it again with a reasonable, balanced plan that doesn't sacrifice the future and doesn't sacrifice opportunity and prosperity for middle class families. As you know, a budget is a blueprint for the country we want to build together. It is a statement of our national priorities. And for me, the most important goal is to make sure the right people and the right priorities are at the front of the line. That means making sure our children have access to a world-class education, from pre-school to college. It means that when those children grow up, they can get good-paying jobs so they can own a home, buy a car, and raise a family. It means rebuilding our middle-class by creating jobs and opportunities for small businesses, advanced manufacturing, and the innovative jobs that will fuel our economy for decades to come. And it means standing up for our seniors and retirees, protecting the Medicare and Social Security benefits they have earned after a lifetime of hard work. This budget needs to be about jobs and our economic plan for moving our country forward. Because we will never get out of debt with 11 million Americans out of work. To move our country forward it is essential that we stop the reckless policy of sequestration. The sequester blindly cuts everything - things that are working and things that aren't. Things that are important as well as things that aren't. It recklessly cuts health care for our veterans. It recklessly slashes funding for life-saving medical research. It recklessly cuts investments in education and innovation. And because of that reckless approach, we have seen sluggish job growth that is holding our economy back. That makes absolutely no sense. So I strongly agree with Chairman Murray that our number one goal needs to be replacing the reckless sequester policy with a balanced, smart plan that continues the work we have done on deficit reduction while growing our economy for the future. I look forward to the work of our conference committee. People across America are urging us to come together to pass a bipartisan budget that puts middle class families at the front of the line. Thank you, Mr. Chairman.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140301174954/http://dankildee.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-dan-kildee-ontario-nuclear-waste-site-near-great-lakes,"Congressman Dan Kildee: Ontario Nuclear Waste Site near Great Lakes Potentially Threatens Both U.S. and Canada’s Economy, Water Resources",2013-10-30,2013,2013-10,Democrat,House,MI,Dan Kildee,K000380,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"Congressman Dan Kildee: Ontario Nuclear Waste Site near Great Lakes Potentially Threatens Both U.S. and Canada’s Economy, Water Resources Kildee, Joined by Members of Michigan’s Congressional Delegation, Pens Letter Urging Consideration of Other Sites as well as Environmental Assessment Study Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-05) today expressed “significant concern” over plans by a Canadian energy corporation to store nuclear waste less than a mile from Lake Huron. In a letter to the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission, Congressman Kildee was joined by other members of the Michigan delegation imploring the Joint Review Panel to consider alternative locations for the site. “Millions of people – both in the U.S. and Canada – depend on fresh water from the Great Lakes for drinking, fishing, and tourism. Every year, the Great Lakes pump billions of dollars into the economy and support thousands of good-paying jobs,” the letter reads. “Lake Huron, which together with Lakes Superior, Erie, Michigan and Ontario constitute the largest group of freshwater lakes on earth, comprise 21 percent of the world’s surface freshwater. If the Great Lakes were to be contaminated with nuclear waste, it would cause significant damage to this vital natural resource,” the letter continues. “Our state’s livelihood depends on preserving the Great Lakes. Not only do they propel Michigan’s economy through fishing and tourism, our beautiful lakes also provide sanctuary and serenity to millions of visitors from all over the world each year,” Congressman Kildee said. “Like all Michiganders, I have vivid memories of family vacations up north on the pristine shores of our state. I now have the great honor of representing Lake Huron and towns along the water in Congress, and I will always fight to preserve our beautiful freshwater lakes from harm.” The letter to the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission comes as the panel is closing its public comment period on the proposed site. Congressman Kildee’s letter is also signed by Rep. Gary Peters (MI-14), Rep. Sander Levin (MI-12) and Rep. John Dingell (MI-13). The underground nuclear waste storage facility, proposed by Ontario Power Generation, would store approximately 52 million tons of radioactive waste from Ontario’s 20 nuclear reactors. The plans include burrowing nuclear waste 2,200 feet underground near Kincardine, Ontario, a small town with just over 11,000 people. The facility would be built in the Great Lakes basin and, in the event of an accident, could also threaten a large supply of the world’s freshwater resources. Lake Huron, along with Lakes Superior, Erie, Michigan and Ontario, constitute the largest group of freshwater lakes on earth, comprising over a fifth of the world’s freshwater resources. Full text of the letter is below. -- October 30, 2013   Joint Review Panel Secretariat – DGR c/o Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission P.O. Box 1046, Station B 280 Slater Street, Ottawa, ON K1P 5S9 Dear Joint Review Panel: We are writing to express significant concern about a proposal to store 52 million gallons of low and intermediate level nuclear waste near the U.S.-Canadian border and less than a mile away from Lake Huron. Millions of people – both in the U.S. and Canada – depend on fresh water from the Great Lakes for drinking, fishing, and tourism. Every year, the Great Lakes pump billions of dollars into the economy and support thousands of good-paying jobs. Lake Huron, which together with Lakes Superior, Erie, Michigan and Ontario constitute the largest group of freshwater lakes on earth, comprise 21 percent of the world’s surface freshwater. If the Great Lakes were to be contaminated with nuclear waste, it would cause significant damage to this vital natural resource. This nuclear storage facility is anticipated to remain radioactive for centuries; as a result, it will impact the people of both countries for perpetuity. For this reason, an environmental assessment focused on the location of this facility should be made with great caution and deliberation. Neither the U.S. nor Canada can afford the risk of polluting the Great Lakes with toxic nuclear waste. Finally, we ask that you continue to work with federal, state, provincial and local governments on both sides of the border as you evaluate this decision to help guarantee the protection of the Great Lakes. Although we recognize Canada’s right to decide its own energy future, this storage facility could jeopardize water resources shared by both countries. Thus, we ask that you continue to explore all other locations for this site, including constructing it outside of the Great Lakes basin. 10-30-13, Letter, Joint Review Panel.pdf",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140221125829/http://www.stabenow.senate.gov/?p=press_release&id=1187,Senator Stabenow Leads Colleagues in Introducing Effort to Help Businesses Create Manufacturing Jobs,2013-10-29,2013,2013-10,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow, who chairs the bipartisan Senate Manufacturing Caucus, today led her colleagues in introducing the Manufacturing Jobs for America initiative to help manufacturers create jobs and train workers for jobs in advanced manufacturing. The Manufacturing Jobs for America agenda will build on bipartisan support for legislation to help modernize America's manufacturing sector, help manufacturers grow and create jobs, end loopholes for companies that ship jobs overseas and help workers get the skills they need for the jobs of the future. ""When we make things here and grow things here, we create jobs here,"" said Stabenow. ""Manufacturing is the backbone of the middle class and our economy. Manufacturing is leading our economic recovery, and no state has added more manufacturing jobs in the last few years than Michigan. Instead of manufacturing crises, Congress needs to work together to create manufacturing jobs."" The initiative includes three provisions authored by Sen. Stabenow. • Bring Jobs Home Act, introduced last year, ends a tax loophole for corporations that send jobs overseas and cuts taxes for businesses that move jobs and business activity to America from another country. • New Skills for New Jobs Act that builds on successful efforts in Michigan and other states that are helping community colleges partner with local businesses to provide training to workers to new high-skilled jobs. • Make It in America (48C) tax credit, to provide businesses with up to a 30 percent tax cut to produce clean energy technologies such as solar panels, wind turbines, advanced batteries and biobased products manufactured here at home. The initiative is co-sponsored by Senators Chris Coons (D-Del.), Sherrod Brown (D-Oh.), Tammy Baldwin (D-Wis.), Mark Begich (D-Alaska), Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), Dick Durbin (D-Ill.), Joe Donnelly (D-Ind.), Al Franken (D-Minn.), Kirsten Gillibrand (D-N.Y.), Kay Hagan (D-N.C.), Mary Landrieu (D-La.), Carl Levin (D-Mich.), Ed Markey (D-Mass.), Claire McCaskill (D-Mo.), Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.), Chris Murphy (D-Conn.), Mark Pryor (D-Ark.), Jack Reed (D-R.I.), Brian Schatz (D-Hawaii), Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.), and Mark Warner (D-Va.). Manufacturing Jobs for America has earned the support of labor groups and business groups such as the Alliance for American Manufacturing; STEM Education Coalition; the United Autoworkers; American Small Manufacturers Coalition; Ford Motor Company; Third Way; DuPont; the Information Technology & Innovation Foundation; Progressive Policy Institute; Dow; Association for Manufacturing Technology; National Skills Coalition; AFL-CIO; United Steelworkers; One Voice - National Tool & Machining Association, Precision Metalforming Association; American Automotive Policy Council; Bloom Energy; National Association of Manufacturers; BlueGreen Alliance; and General Electric.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20131028081554/http://www.stabenow.senate.gov:80/?p=press_release&id=1186,"Senators Stabenow, Levin Announce Support to Improve Mental Health Services in Michigan Schools",2013-10-24,2013,2013-10,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"Skip to Content Text Size: M   L   XL Stay Connected: Home Services Agency Assistance Capitol Flags Grant, Procurement & Funding Assistance Special Recognitions Student Resource Center Visiting Washington, D.C. Issues Key Issues Legislation News News Biography Press Kit Contact Contact Newsletter Sign Up Biography About Debbie Photo Gallery Committee Assignments Senators Stabenow, Levin Announce Support to Improve Mental Health Services in Michigan Schools U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow and Carl Levin today announced federal support for the Michigan Department of Education to improve school safety by helping teachers identify early signs of mental illness and improving access to mental health services. ""Parents need to feel confident their children's schools are a safe and healthy place to learn, which is why it is so important to strengthen mental health services in schools,"" said Stabenow. ""This critical support will help Michigan schools develop plans to address violence and increase access to mental health services for children in our schools."" ""Investing in our children's future means providing them with a safe place to learn and grow,"" Levin said. ""This grant will help schools and teachers across Michigan offer students and their families the hand they need when they need it."" The support comes through the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration's Safe Schools/Healthy Students program. The Michigan Department of Education will receive $2,035,014 to develop and implement evidence-based programs and strategies to reduce violence in schools, increase access to behavioral health services and increase support for early childhood development and substance abuse programs. Earlier this year, Sen. Stabenow led a bipartisan group of senators to introduce The Excellence in Mental Health Act. Her legislation would improve quality standards and expand access to ensure more people can get the mental health care they need. One-third of those with mood disorders do not receive treatment and fewer than half of those with severe mental disorders receive treatment of any kind in a given year. Studies show that individuals with a serious mental illness are actually more likely to be a victim of violence than a perpetrator. However, in the absence of timely diagnosis, early intervention and treatment, people experiencing first break psychosis are at risk of committing acts of violence at a rate 15 times higher than those in treatment.   Related News",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://stabenow.senate.gov?p=press_release&id=1185,"Senators Stabenow, Levin Announce ?Make It in America? Investment to Spur Bio-Based Manufacturing in Southeast Michigan",2013-10-22,2013,2013-10,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,stabenow.senate.gov,,,legacy,"Upper Peninsula Office 1901 W. Ridge Suite 7 Marquette, MI 49855 Phone: (906) 228-8756 Northern Michigan Office 3335 S. Airport Road West Suite 6B Traverse City, MI 49684 Phone: (231) 929-1031 West Michigan Office 3280 E. Beltline Court NE Suite 400 Grand Rapids, MI 49525 Phone: (616) 975-0052 Mid-Michigan Office 221 W. Lake Lansing Road Suite 100 East Lansing, MI 48823 Phone: (517) 203-1760 Southeast Michigan Office 719 Griswold St. Suite 700 Detroit, MI 48226 Phone: (313) 961-4330 Flint/Saginaw Bay Office 432 N. Saginaw St Suite 301 Flint, MI 48502 Phone: (810) 720-4172 Washington DC 731 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, D.C. 20510-2204 Phone: (202) 224-4822",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20131028070529/http://www.stabenow.senate.gov:80/?p=press_release&id=1184,"Senators Stabenow, Levin Urge Sec. Kerry to Stop Canadian Government from Storing Nuclear Waste Near Shores of Lake Huron",2013-10-21,2013,2013-10,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow and Carl Levin today sent a letter to U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry expressing serious concerns about a proposal to store nuclear waste in an underground facility at the Bruce nuclear power site, which is located near Lake Huron in Kincardine, Ontario. In the letter, the Senators strongly urge Sec. Kerry to engage the International Joint Commission on this proposal and encourage the Canadian government to reconsider placing a nuclear waste dump near the shores of Lake Huron. ""The placement of this nuclear waste storage facility is of great concern given its location near Lake Huron and the importance of the Great Lakes to tens of millions of U.S. and Canadian citizens for drinking water, fisheries, tourism, recreation, and other industrial and economic uses,"" the letter stated. ""We believe that the decision to store such large quantities of nuclear waste along the shores of an internationally shared resource must be thoroughly reviewed and considered by both countries."" Full text of the letter follows below. October 21, 2013 The Honorable John Kerry Secretary U.S. Department of State 2201 C Street, NW Washington, DC 20520 Dear Secretary Kerry, We are writing to express serious concerns about a proposal to store low and intermediate level nuclear waste in an underground facility at the Bruce nuclear power site near Lake Huron in Kincardine, Ontario. As you may know, the Bruce nuclear power site, which is located only one mile from the coast of Lake Huron, is the world's largest nuclear power site. Ontario Power Generation (OPG), which is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Ontario Government, has proposed to prepare, construct and operate a nuclear waste disposal facility on the Bruce site. If the project is approved, it would store over 200,000 cubic meters of waste generated by the eight nuclear reactors located at the complex as well as ten other nuclear reactors owned by OPG. It is our understanding that the environmental assessment for this project is currently under final review by Canadian Environmental and Assessment Agency (CEAA). If approved, this project could begin construction in 2014 with a likely completion date within five to seven years. The placement of this nuclear waste storage facility is of great concern given its location near Lake Huron and the importance of the Great Lakes to tens of millions of U.S. and Canadian citizens for drinking water, fisheries, tourism, recreation, and other industrial and economic uses. Special consideration must be given to the potential environmental impacts of such a large radioactive waste site on the shores of our region's most important natural resource. We believe that the decision to store such large quantities of nuclear waste along the shores of an internationally shared resource must be thoroughly reviewed and considered by both countries. We strongly urge you to engage the International Joint Commission on this important topic and also encourage the Canadian government to reconsider placing a nuclear waste dump near the shores of Lake Huron. Sincerely, _______________________ ___________________________ U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow U.S. Senator Carl Levin",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://stabenow.senate.gov?p=press_release&id=1183,Senator Stabenow Statement on Bipartisan Senate Vote to End Government Shutdown,2013-10-17,2013,2013-10,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,stabenow.senate.gov,,,legacy,"Upper Peninsula Office 1901 W. Ridge Suite 7 Marquette, MI 49855 Phone: (906) 228-8756 Northern Michigan Office 3335 S. Airport Road West Suite 6B Traverse City, MI 49684 Phone: (231) 929-1031 West Michigan Office 3280 E. Beltline Court NE Suite 400 Grand Rapids, MI 49525 Phone: (616) 975-0052 Mid-Michigan Office 221 W. Lake Lansing Road Suite 100 East Lansing, MI 48823 Phone: (517) 203-1760 Southeast Michigan Office 719 Griswold St. Suite 700 Detroit, MI 48226 Phone: (313) 961-4330 Flint/Saginaw Bay Office 432 N. Saginaw St Suite 301 Flint, MI 48502 Phone: (810) 720-4172 Washington DC 731 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, D.C. 20510-2204 Phone: (202) 224-4822",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140919105340/http://dankildee.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/statement-by-congressman-dan-kildee-on-bipartisan-compromise-to-reopen,"Statement by Congressman Dan Kildee on Bipartisan Compromise to Reopen Government, Avert Default",2013-10-16,2013,2013-10,Democrat,House,MI,Dan Kildee,K000380,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-05) issued the following statement today after voting for a bipartisan bill to end the government shutdown, now in its second week, and to avert a first-ever U.S. default: “Tonight I voted in favor of a bipartisan compromise to immediately reopen the government and ensure that our country meets its financial obligations. This man-made crisis has gone on for far too long, considering it didn’t have to happen in the first place, and I am glad to see it end. “It’s time we return to dealing with the critical issues facing our country. Congress – and our country – cannot afford to continue lurching crisis-to-crisis, where ultimately, and unfortunately, my constituents and the American people lose. “I’m happy to see that budget conferees have finally been appointed to work on a budget, something that has been objected to by Republicans over twenty times since March. A budget is a statement of our country’s values and priorities. As we now begin negotiations, we must ensure that any budget grows our economy, creates jobs, supports manufacturing and invests in education. The House and Senate budgets differ greatly, but that doesn’t mean we can’t sit at the same table to talk and settle our differences.”",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140919105417/http://dankildee.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-dan-kildee-signs-discharge-petition-to-immediately-reopen,Congressman Dan Kildee Signs Discharge Petition to Immediately Reopen Government,2013-10-12,2013,2013-10,Democrat,House,MI,Dan Kildee,K000380,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"Kildee Continues Push to Quickly Reopen Government Despite Continued Opposition by Speaker Boehner, Republican Colleagues Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-05) today signed a discharge petition to which, if it garners the required 218 signatures – a majority of Congress – would schedule a vote as soon as today on a resolution to immediately reopen the federal government. Since the government shutdown on October 1, 2013, Speaker of the House John Boehner has failed to schedule a vote on the same Senate-passed continuing resolution to reopen and restore all functions of the government. “It's time to end the dysfunction in Washington and reopen the government as quickly as possible for Michiganders and all Americans,” Congressman Kildee said. “Speaker Boehner has repeatedly refused to bring the Senate-passed resolution to the floor for a simple vote, despite support by the majority of the House of Representatives. This discharge petition, which I support, would immediately schedule a vote to reopen government so people can get back to work, government services can be restored, and my constituents can get the benefits they have earned and the services they pay for,” Congressman Kildee said. According to CNN, there are enough votes in the House to immediately reopen the government, but Speaker Boehner continues to refuse to schedule a vote. The unnecessary government shutdown is having a devastating impact on both Michigan and the nation’s economy. Last week, State Budget Director John Nixon said that each day of the government shutdown is costing Michigan $18 million a day. Nationally, the shutdown is costing more than $300 million in taxpayer dollars a day. Additionally, more than 250 business groups, including the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, the National Retail Federation and the National Association of Manufacturers recently urged Congress to pass a resolution to immediately reopen government. Congressman Kildee has repeatedly urged Speaker Boehner to bring the Senate-passed continuing resolution to the floor for a vote since the shutdown began. He, along with his democratic colleagues, have offered 14 motions since October 1st to take up the Senate-passed continuing resolution and end the government shutdown, but their efforts have been blocked each time. This discharge petition to open the government needs a majority of House Members to force a vote on a bill to reopen government. If it garners the necessary signatures, Speaker Boehner could no longer block a vote to reopen government.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140919105512/http://dankildee.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/statement-by-congressman-dan-kildee-on-governor-snyder-s-murder-town,Statement by Congressman Dan Kildee on Governor Snyder’s ‘Murder Town’ Remarks,2013-10-10,2013,2013-10,Democrat,House,MI,Dan Kildee,K000380,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-05) released the following statement today following Governor Rick Snyder referring to Flint as “murder town”: “Having been born and raised in Flint, I find Governor Snyder’s recent remarks about our city insensitive and disrespectful.  There is no doubt that Flint has fallen on hard economic times and seen too many of our kids die as a result of violent crime. But such inflammatory rhetoric only belittles the people of Flint and does nothing to strengthen our communities, nor does it put a single additional cop on the streets to make our city safer. Instead of embracing and supporting Michigan communities like Flint, such disparaging remarks seek to whittle us down, and that is wrong. Governor Snyder should apologize for such hurtful remarks.”",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140301164428/http://dankildee.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-dan-kildee-cosponsors-bill-to-protect-families-of-fallen,Congressman Dan Kildee Cosponsors Bill to Protect Families of Fallen Service Members During Government Shutdown,2013-10-09,2013,2013-10,Democrat,House,MI,Dan Kildee,K000380,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"Kildee: Denying Death, Burial Benefits to Families of Fallen Soldiers During Shutdown “Disgraceful” and an “Outrage” Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-05) today cosponsored legislation that would ensure that survivor benefits for families of fallen service members get dispersed as the government shutdown continues. The U.S. Department of Defense currently does not have the authority to pay death gratuities and other benefits for the survivors of service members killed in action due to a lapse in government appropriations that started on Oct. 1, 2013. “This is an outrage caused by the government shutdown. To have benefits denied for the families of fallen service members, who gave their lives defending our country, is disgraceful. This bill would ensure that despite the government closure, survivor benefits would be paid,” Congressman Kildee said. “In addition to veterans, service members, and their families, the government shutdown continues to negatively affect millions of families, seniors and children. The Senate has already passed a continuing resolution that immediately stops the shutdown; it’s time that the House of Representatives does the same, without any further delay. We could return furloughed employees to their jobs and restore all critical government functions tonight – from cancer research to Head Start – if a vote were allowed to happen on a resolution to reopen the government,” Congressman Kildee said. The bill that Congressman Kildee cosponsored, H.J. Res 91, is expected to be voted on by the U.S. House of Representatives today. It would allow the Department of Defense to pay out survivor benefits normally paid out to families of fallen service members, including a death gratuity, monetary reimbursement for funeral expenses, payments of survivor Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH), monetary reimbursement for funeral travel and monetary reimbursement for travel associated with dignified transfer. On September 29, 2013, Congressman Kildee also voted in favor of the Pay Our Military Act, which ensures that members of the U.S. Armed Forces continue to get paid during the government shutdown. The bill was signed into law by President Barack Obama on September 30, 2013.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140919105542/http://dankildee.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-dan-kildee-oversized-role-of-money-in-politics-largely-to,"Congressman Dan Kildee: Oversized Role of Money in Politics Largely to Blame for Continued Shutdown, Broken System of Government",2013-10-08,2013,2013-10,Democrat,House,MI,Dan Kildee,K000380,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"Kildee Denounces “Obscene Amount” of Money Distorting Political Process as U.S. Supreme Court Hears Case Which Could Open Door for More Money Flooding into PACS and Political Campaigns Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-05) today said the oversized money in politics is in large part to blame for the continued government shutdown, now in its second week, fueling a distorted political process where Republicans are afraid to compromise in Congress. Congressman Kildee’s remarks come as the U.S. Supreme Court today heard oral arguments in McCutcheon v. Federal Election Commission, which Congressman Kildee called the “second-coming of Citizens United,” that could possibly open the door for even more money to flood into political action committees (PACs), political campaigns and party committees. “Our democracy is not working the way it was designed, in large part due to the obscene amount of money in politics. Citizens United certainly opened the floodgates, but McCutcheon v. Federal Election Commission could make it even worse,” Congressman Kildee said. “The latest government shutdown is a prime example of everything wrong with our current system of government, which has been turned into a game of ‘gotcha’ rather than a way to actually reconcile differences in opinion amongst the American people. We were sent here to solve problems with one another, not read talking points past each other.” “Money in politics has paralyzed progress in Washington,” Congressman Kildee continued. “I’m sure some Members of Congress would be more apt to compromise if they were not absolutely petrified of the Koch Brothers spending millions of dollars to unseat them in a primary. We can’t afford to have a system of government – propelled by billions in campaign cash – that rewards confrontation and condemns compromise. If we don’t fix the underlying problem of money in politics, we’ll continue to lurch crisis-to-crisis, fighting the same ideological battles, where my constituents and the American people ultimately lose.” According to a report in The New York Times, the Koch Brothers, Charles and David, have been “deeply involved” in financing the brinkmanship leading up to the government shutdown, to the tune of more than $200 million. Through a variety of groups, including the Club for Growth, Tea Party Patriots, Americans for Prosperity, FreedomWorks and Freedom Partners Chamber of Commerce, the Koch Brothers have “articulated a take-no-prisoners legislative strategy” that  pushed Republicans into “cutting off financing for the entire federal government.” “To many Americans, the shutdown came out of nowhere. But interviews with a wide array of conservatives show that the confrontation that precipitated the crisis was the outgrowth of a long-running effort to undo the law, the Affordable Care Act, since its passage in 2010 — waged by a galaxy of conservative groups with more money, organized tactics and interconnections than is commonly known,” the article reads. McCutcheon v. Federal Election Commission, brought by plaintiff Shaun McCutcheon, challenges aggregate contribution limits for individual campaign donors and could open the door for even more money to flood into the political system. In the 2012 election cycle, McCutcheon gave $113,338 directly to candidates, PACs, and political party committees, according to the Huffington Post. Currently, federal law bars individuals from donating more than $123,200 to candidates, political parties and PACs during the current, two-year election cycle.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140919105607/http://dankildee.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-dan-kildee-demands-a-vote-to-reopen-government-from-speaker,Congressman Dan Kildee Demands a Vote to Reopen Government from Speaker Boehner,2013-10-07,2013,2013-10,Democrat,House,MI,Dan Kildee,K000380,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"Congressman Dan Kildee, joined by 199 other Members of Congress, sent a letter to Speaker of the House John Boehner (OH-8) today demanding a vote on legislation that would end the government shutdown, now in its second week. A vote on the legislation, commonly referred to as a ‘clean’ continuing resolution, would open the entire federal government immediately, as it has already been passed by the U.S. Senate and would go straight to President Barack Obama for his signature. “The solution to this crisis is a simple piece of legislation that funds the government at levels that have already passed both chambers of Congress,” the letter reads. “We demand a vote on a clean continuing resolution immediately so that government functioning can resume and Americans can move on with their lives.” “With the government shutdown entering its second week, it’s time that Speaker Boehner allows for a vote to immediately reopen our government,” Congressman Kildee said. “Each day the government remains closed for business, our economy suffers, job creation is threatened and our country is left with less security and stability. This is no way to govern and no way to run the largest economy in the world. I demand a vote to immediately reopen the government so my constituents can move on with their lives.” Since the shutdown, Congressman Kildee, along with his Democratic colleagues, have tried seven times to bring up a vote on the Senate-passed continuing resolution, which would fund government at levels passed by both chambers of Congress and end the shutdown immediately. However, Speaker Boehner has blocked a vote on each of the Democrats’ common sense measures to reopen the government every time. The unnecessary government shutdown is having a devastating impact on Michigan and the nation’s economy. Last week, State Budget Director John Nixon said that each day of the government shutdown is costing Michigan $18 million a day. Nationally, the shutdown is costing more than $300 million in taxpayer dollars every day. The letter can be viewed here or below: -- October 5, 2013   The Honorable John Boehner Speaker United States House of Representatives Washington, D.C.  20515   Dear Speaker Boehner, Enough is enough. Today marks the fifth day that the federal government has been shut down.  Please consider how deeply unfair this is to the citizens we represent. The solution to this crisis is a simple piece of legislation that funds the government at levels that have already passed both chambers of Congress. At this point, to attach defunding or delaying the Affordable Care Act to legislation needed to re-open the government is to put our economy at risk in order to advance a political agenda. We demand a vote on a clean continuing resolution immediately so that government functioning can resume and Americans can move on with their lives.  The games have to stop. Best regards,   Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi Democratic Whip Steny H. Hoyer Assistant Democratic Leader James E. Clyburn Democratic Caucus Chairman Xavier Becerra Democratic Caucus Vice Chairman Joseph Crowley Robert E. Andrews (NJ-1) Ron Barber (AZ-2) Karen Bass (CA-37) Joyce Beatty (OH-3) Ami Bera (CA-7) Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-2) Timothy H. Bishop (NY-1) Earl Blumenauer (OR-3) Suzanne Bonamici (OR-2) Madeleine Z. Bordallo (GU-DL) Robert A. Brady (PA-1) Bruce L. Braley (IA-1) Corrine Brown (FL-5) Julia Brownley (CA-26) Cheri Bustos (IL-17) G.K. Butterfield (NC-1) Lois Capps (CA-24) Michael E. Capuano (MA-7) Tony Cardenas (CA-29) John C. Carney, Jr. (DE-AL) Andre Carson (IN-7) Matthew A. Cartwright (PA-17) Kathy Castor (FL-14) Joaquin Castro (TX-20) Donna M. Christensen (VI-DL) Judy Chu (CA-27) David N. Cicilline (RI-1) Yvette D. Clarke (NY-9) WM. Lacy Clay (MO-1) Emanuel Cleaver, II (MO-5) Steve Cohen (TN-9) Gerald E. Connolly (VA-11) John Conyers, Jr. (MI-13) Jim Costa (CA-16) Joe Courtney (CT-2) Henry Cuellar (TX-28) Elijah E. Cummings (MD-7) Danny K. Davis (IL-7) Susan A. Davis (CA-53) Peter DeFazio (OR-4) Diana DeGette (CO-1) John K. Delaney (MD-6) Rosa L. DeLauro (CT-3) Suzan K. DelBene (CO-1) Ted Deutch (FL-21) John Dingell (MI-12) Lloyd Doggett (TX-35) Michael F. Doyle (PA-14) Tammy Duckworth (IL-8) Donna F. Edwards (MD-4) Keith Ellison (MN-5) Eliot L. Engel (NY-16) William L. Enyart (IL-12) Anna G. Eshoo (CA-18) Elizabeth H. Esty (CT-5) Sam Farr (CA-20) Chaka Fattah (PA-2) Bill Foster (IL-11) Lois Frankel (FL-22) Marcia L. Fudge (OH-11) Tulsi Gabbard (HI-2) Pete Gallego (TX-23) John Garamendi (CA-3) Joe Garcia (FL-26) Alan Grayson (FL-9) Al Green (TX-9) Gene Green (TX-29) Raúl M. Grijalva (AZ-3) Luis V. Gutierrez (IL-4) Janice Hahn (CA-44) Colleen W. Hanabusa (HI-1) Alcee Hastings (FL-20) Denny Heck (WA-10) Brian Higgins (NY-26) James A. Himes (CT-4) Rubén Hinojosa (TX-15) Rush Holt (NJ-12) Michael M. Honda (CA-17) Steven A. Horsford (NV-4) Jared Huffman (CA-2) Steve Israel (NY-3) Sheila Jackson Lee (TX-18) Hakeem S. Jeffries (NY-8) Eddie Bernice Johnson (TX-30) Henry C. “Hank” Johnson, Jr. (GA-4) Marcy Kaptur (OH-9) Bill Keating (MA-9) Robin Kelly (IL-2) Joseph P. Kennedy, Jr. (MA-4) Daniel T. Kildee (MI-5) Derek Kilmer (WA-6) Ann Kirkpatrick (AZ-1) Ann McLane Kuster (NH-2) James R. Langevin (RI-2) Rick Larsen (WA-2) John B. Larson (CT-1) Barbara Lee (CA-13) Sander M. Levin (MI-9) John Lewis (GA-5) Daniel Lipinski (IL-3) Dave Loebsack (IA-2) Zoe Lofgren (CA-19) Alan S. Lowenthal (CA-47) Nita M. Lowey (NY-17) Ben Ray Luján (NM-3) Michelle Lujan Grisham (NM-1) Stephen F. Lynch (MA-8) Daniel Maffei (NY-24) Carolyn B. Maloney (NY-12) Sean Patrick Maloney (NY-18) Doris O. Matsui (CA-6) Carolyn McCarthy (NY-4) Betty McCollum (MN-4) Jim McDermott (WA-7) James P. McGovern (MA-2) Jerry McNerney (CA-9) Gregory W. Meeks (NY-5) Grace Meng (NY-6) Michael H. Michaud (ME-2) George Miller (CA-11) Gwen Moore (WI-4) James P. Moran (VA-8) Patrick Murphy (FL-18) Jerrold Nadler (NY-10) Grace F. Napolitano (CA-32) Richard Neal (MA-5) Gloria Negrete McLeod (CA-35) Rick Nolan (MN-8) Eleanor Holmes Norton (DC-DL) Beto O’Rourke (TX-16) William L. Owens (NY-21) Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-6) Bill Pascrell, Jr.  (NJ-9) Ed Pastor (AZ-7) Donald J. Payne, Jr. (NJ-10) Ed Perlmutter (CO-7) Scott H. Peters (CA-52) Gary Peters (MI-14) Collin C. Peterson (MN-7) Pedro R. Piersluisi (PR-DL) Chellie Pingree (ME-1) Mark Pocan (WI-2) Jared Polis (CO-2) David E. Price (NC-4) Mike Quigley (IL-5) Nick J. Rahall (WV-3) Charlie B. Rangel (NY-13) Cedric L. Richmond (LA-2) Lucille Roybal-Allard (CA-40) Raul Ruiz (CA-36) C.A. Dutch Ruppersberger (MD-2) Bobby L. Rush (IL-5) Tim Ryan (OH-13) Gregorio Kilili Camacho Sablan (MP-DL) Linda Sánchez (CA-38) Loretta Sanchez (CA-46) John P. Sarbanes (MD-3) Janice D. Schakowsky (IL-9) Adam B. Schiff (CA-28) Brad Schneider (IL-10) Kurt Schrader (OR-5) Allyson Y. Schwartz (PA-13) Robert C. “Bobby” Scott (VA-3) David Scott (GA-13) José E. Serrano (NY-15) Terri A. Sewell (AL-7) Carol Shea-Porter (NH-1) Brad Sherman (CA-30) Kyrsten Sinema (AZ-9) Albio Sires (NJ-8) Louise McIntosh Slaughter (NY-25) Adam Smith (WA-9) Jackie Speier (CA-14) Eric Swalwell (CA-15) Mark Takano (CA-41) Bennie G. Thompson (MS-2) Mike Thompson (CA-5) John F. Tierney (MA-6) Dina Titus (NV-1) Paul D. Tonko (NY-20) Niki Tsongas (MA-3) Chris Van Hollen (MD-8) Juan Vargas (CA-51) Marc A. Veasey (TX-33) Filemon Vela (TX-34) Nydia M. Velázquez (NY-7) Peter J. Visclosky (IN-1) Timothy J. Walz (MN-1) Debbie Wasserman-Schultz (FL-23) Maxine Waters (CA-43) Mel L. Watt (NC-12) Henry A. Waxman (CA-33) Peter Welch (VT-AL) Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24) John A. Yarmuth (KY-3) ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20131028081631/http://www.stabenow.senate.gov:80/?p=press_release&id=1182,Senator Stabenow Statement on Government Shutdown,2013-10-01,2013,2013-10,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"Skip to Content Text Size: M   L   XL Stay Connected: Home Services Agency Assistance Capitol Flags Grant, Procurement & Funding Assistance Special Recognitions Student Resource Center Visiting Washington, D.C. Issues Key Issues Legislation News News Biography Press Kit Contact Contact Newsletter Sign Up Biography About Debbie Photo Gallery Committee Assignments Senator Stabenow Statement on Government Shutdown U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow issued the following statement today on the government shutdown: ""A shutdown is bad for our economy, delaying small business loans and blocking exports, holding up pay and benefits for veterans, and interrupting some Social Security claims. Tea Party Republicans need to start working across the aisle to help businesses create jobs, not hurt our economy and shut down the government when they can't get what they want through the democratic process. ""Bipartisan cooperation to solve problems is possible. With the Farm Bill, we brought Democrats and Republicans together to help create jobs and cut spending, and the bill passed the Senate with broad bipartisan support in June. Unfortunately, House Republicans have delayed action on that bill as well, and the current Farm Bill is now also expiring. The Republicans' government shutdown will create tremendous uncertainty throughout the economy, and the 16 million people who work in agriculture will be facing even more uncertainty until Congress finally passes a new Farm Bill.""",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140919105650/http://dankildee.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-dan-kildee-to-keep-offices-open-to-assist-constituents,Congressman Dan Kildee to Keep Offices Open to Assist Constituents During Government Shutdown,2013-10-01,2013,2013-10,Democrat,House,MI,Dan Kildee,K000380,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"As the federal government shut down for the first time in nearly two decades, Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-05) announced today that his offices will remain open and staff will be ready to help constituents who are in need of assistance. “I have made a commitment to residents of Bay City, Saginaw, Flint and the other communities I represent, and that commitment to serve them will continue despite a government shutdown,” Congressman Kildee said. “Although a shutdown is now in effect, my offices and staff continue to be available to help constituents with any needs or requests they may have. Michiganders shouldn’t be punished for the failure of Republicans in Congress to complete their work on a budget.” Both Congressman Kildee’s Flint, Mich., office and Washington, D.C. office will resume normal business hours despite a government shutdown. Residents of the Fifth Congressional District are encouraged to contact either office if they are in need of assistance, including help with federal agencies, Social Security, Medicare, or veterans benefits. Contact information, including hours, for each office are below: Flint District office, 801 S. Saginaw Street, Plaza Level, Telephone: (810) 238-8627, Hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Washington, D.C. office, 327 Cannon House Office Building, Telephone: (202) 225-3611, Hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Constituents can also always contact Congressman Kildee through his website, www.dankildee.house.gov.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140919105720/http://dankildee.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/statement-by-congressman-dan-kildee-on-looming-republican-government,Statement by Congressman Dan Kildee on Looming Republican Government Shutdown,2013-09-30,2013,2013-09,Democrat,House,MI,Dan Kildee,K000380,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-05) today issued the following statement on the eve of a Republican government shutdown: “Unfortunately, we are hours away from a Republican government shutdown. Instead of forging – or even attempting to forge – bipartisan compromise, Republicans have created yet another manufactured crisis. Make no mistake – a Republican government shutdown is a millstone around the necks of the American people that will hurt our economy, threaten job creation and leave millions of families with less certainty and stability. “For months, I, along with my Democratic colleagues, have presented a responsible, balanced alternative to fund the government and restore sequestration cuts. However, instead of working toward compromise, Republicans have instead decided to double down on their extreme, ideological demands. “Every parent knows that if a child is throwing a tantrum, you don’t just give them what they want and expect them to never throw a fit again. House Republicans – led by the Tea Party – are acting like spoiled children, shutting the government down because they can’t have it their way. It’s shameful that Republicans have tainted our system of government with such political circus acts. Republicans should stop chasing their white whale – repealing the Affordable Care Act – and instead start to govern in a productive and bipartisan way.” ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140919110401/http://dankildee.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/statement-by-congressman-dan-kildee-on-president-obama-s-call-with,Statement by Congressman Dan Kildee on President Obama’s Call with Iranian President Hassan Rouhani,2013-09-30,2013,2013-09,Democrat,House,MI,Dan Kildee,K000380,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-05) issued the following statement today after President Barack Obama spoke with President Hassan Rouhani by telephone and raised the case of the three Americans being held in Iran, including Amir Hekmati, Congressman Kildee’s constituent, who has been unjustly held for over two years on false charges: “I appreciate President Obama raising the case of my constituent, Amir Hekmati, who has been unjustly held in Iran for now over two years, with President Rouhani during the first conversation between the leaders of our two countries in 34 years. Even before this significant event, recent overtures from Iran have led to restrained optimism that it seeks to improve its diplomatic relationship with the United States and global community. Iran, however, must demonstrate it is serious about engaging the global community by taking tangible actions that demonstrate to the American people and Congress that it is serious about diplomacy. Amir’s father is terminally ill and releasing him to care for his family as the eldest son would be a significant humanitarian gesture that Iran is serious about constructively rejoining the international community. “This week, a bipartisan congressional delegation joined my ongoing efforts to raise Amir’s case as the Iranian delegation was in New York for the United Nations General Assembly. Over 80 Members of Congress – from Democrat John Lewis to Republican Darrell Issa – have joined the growing campaign calling for Amir’s release. The bipartisan nature of our efforts – especially in a time with such polarizing, partisan gridlock in Washington – has been overwhelming, and clearly demonstrates freeing Amir is a top priority for Congress as well as the American people. “I am confident that the resounding message from Congress and the American people this week to free Amir was heard by President Rouhani as he was in New York. And now, more than ever, I am hopeful that Iran will release Amir so he can be reunited with his family in Michigan. Until then, I will continue to fight every day and use my position as a Member of Congress to advocate for Amir’s release.” Since being sworn into Congress, Congressman Dan Kildee has been working tirelessly to secure the release of his constituent, Amir Hekmati, from prison in Iran. In July, Congressman Kildee wrote a letter, signed by 112 Members of Congress, calling on U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry to prioritize Amir’s release from Iran. Earlier this month, he also penned a letter to U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations, Samantha Power, asking her to raise Amir’s case with her diplomatic colleagues at the U.N. In his latest efforts, Congressman Kildee organized over 80 Members of Congress – Democrats and Republicans – to take photos with “Free Amir” signs. The photos, which were released through social media with the hashtag #FreeAmir, generated thousands of tweets and substantial media coverage during the U.N. General Assembly meeting. All of the photos can be viewed here.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://dankildee.house.gov/media/press-releases/statement-congressman-dan-kildee-president-obama-s-call-iranian-president,Statement by Congressman Dan Kildee on President Obamas Call with Iranian President Hassan Rouhani,2013-09-28,2013,2013-09,Democrat,House,MI,Dan Kildee,K000380,dankildee.house.gov,,,legacy,"Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-05) issued the following statement today after President Barack Obama spoke with President Hassan Rouhani by telephone and raised the case ofthe threeAmericansbeing heldin Iran, including Amir Hekmati, Congressman Kildee's constituent, who has beenunjustlyheld for over two yearson false charges: I appreciate President Obama raising the case of my constituent, Amir Hekmati, who has beenunjustlyheld in Iran for now over two years, with President Rouhaniduring the first conversation between the leaders of our two countries in 34 years.Even before this significant event, recent overtures from Iran have led to restrained optimism that it seeks to improve itsdiplomaticrelationship with the United States and global community.Iran, however, must demonstrate it is serious about engaging the global community by taking tangible actions thatdemonstrate to the American people and Congress thatit isserious about diplomacy.Amir's father is terminally ill and releasing him to care for his family as the eldest son would be a significant humanitarian gesture that Iran is serious about constructively rejoining the international community. This week, a bipartisan congressional delegation joined my ongoing efforts to raise Amir's case as the Iranian delegation was in New York for the United Nations General Assembly. Over 80 Members of Congress from Democrat John Lewis to Republican Darrell Issa have joined the growing campaign calling for Amir's release. The bipartisan nature of our efforts especially in a time with such polarizing, partisan gridlock in Washington has been overwhelming, and clearly demonstrates freeing Amir is a top priorityfor Congress as well as the American people. I am confident that the resounding message from Congress and the American people this week to free Amir was heard by President Rouhani as he was in New York. And now, more than ever, I am hopeful that Iran will release Amir so he can be reunited with his family in Michigan. Until then, I will continue to fight every day and use my position as a Member of Congress toadvocate forAmir'srelease. Since being sworn into Congress, Congressman Dan Kildee has been working tirelessly to secure the release of his constituent, Amir Hekmati, from prison in Iran. In July, Congressman Kildee wrote a letter, signed by 112 Members of Congress, calling on U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry to prioritize Amir's release from Iran. Earlier this month, he also penned a letter to U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations, Samantha Power, asking her to raise Amir's case with her diplomatic colleagues at the U.N. In his latest efforts, Congressman Kildee organized over 80 Members of Congress Democrats and Republicans to take photos with Free Amir signs. The photos, which were released through social media with the hashtag #FreeAmir, generated thousands of tweets and substantial media coverage during the U.N. General Assembly meeting. All of the photos can be viewed here.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140221130338/http://www.stabenow.senate.gov/?p=press_release&id=1181,Senator Stabenow Statement on Administration Meeting in Detroit,2013-09-27,2013,2013-09,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"Skip to Content Text Size: M   L   XL Stay Connected: Home Services Agency Assistance Capitol Flags Grant, Procurement & Funding Assistance Special Recognitions Student Resource Center Visiting Washington, D.C. Issues Key Issues Legislation News News Biography Press Kit Contact Contact Newsletter Sign Up Biography About Debbie Photo Gallery Committee Assignments Senator Stabenow Statement on Administration Meeting in Detroit U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow today released the following statement after a meeting of Cabinet Secretaries and local officials in Detroit to discuss the ongoing economic recovery of the city: ""Today's meeting and announcement of major support is one more critical step in Detroit's revitalization. Support like this that comes through existing programs, which is available to cities across the country, can be a major boost for Detroit, Southeast Michigan and the entire state's economy. These partnerships will help Detroit come back stronger than ever. ""Thanks to the commitment of many leaders across Southeast Michigan, Detroit's comeback has already begun. President Obama continues to show his willingness to partner with us to strengthen that comeback."" Senator Stabenow was scheduled to attend today's meeting, but the Senate was called back into session today to deal with measures that could potentially avoid an effort by some Republicans to shut down the government. Instead, Senator Stabenow and other members participated in the meeting via teleconference. The Secretaries of Housing and Urban Development, Transportation, and the Attorney General joined Gene Sperling, Director of the White House National Economic Council, to announce over $300 million in new or repurposed support for Detroit through existing programs. The federal and state governments will partner with the private sector and local philanthropic groups to help improve public safety, reduce blight, improve transportation systems in the city and help support the ongoing economic revival in Detroit. Additional meetings with Administration officials will take place in Detroit in the coming weeks and months to discuss ways to continue Detroit's economic revitalization.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140221130347/http://www.stabenow.senate.gov/?p=press_release&id=1176,"Senators Stabenow, Levin Announce Support for I-96 Trade Corridor",2013-09-26,2013,2013-09,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"Skip to Content Text Size: M   L   XL Stay Connected: Home Services Agency Assistance Capitol Flags Grant, Procurement & Funding Assistance Special Recognitions Student Resource Center Visiting Washington, D.C. Issues Key Issues Legislation News News Biography Press Kit Contact Contact Newsletter Sign Up Biography About Debbie Photo Gallery Committee Assignments Senators Stabenow, Levin Announce Support for I-96 Trade Corridor U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow and Carl Levin today announced a federal grant from the Economic Development Administration that will support the creation of an economic development roadmap for the I-69 corridor in Genesee, Lapeer, Shiawassee and St. Clair counties. ""I commend these communities for their efforts to attract new investment and jobs through this model regional effort,"" said Stabenow. ""This support will help the region export more products and create new jobs."" ""Planning for a diverse and vibrant economy takes vision and tenacity,"" said Levin. ""This grant will help bring together the key players to work on a plan to grow the economy along the I-69 corridor in Genesee, Lapeer, Shiawassee and St. Clair counties that will benefit the entire region."" The EDA investment of $70,000 will be used to develop a regional recovery strategy and cluster analysis for the I-69 Trade Corridor. The Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy will bring together the public and private sectors to design an economic development plan to diversify and strengthen the regional economy. The total project cost is $140,000. EDA grants are awarded through a competitive process.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20130930054653/http://www.stabenow.senate.gov:80/?p=press_release&id=1174,"Repeal of Health Care would jeopardize critical health care for women, infants",2013-09-25,2013,2013-09,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"Skip to Content Text Size: M   L   XL Stay Connected: Home Services Agency Assistance Capitol Flags Grant, Procurement & Funding Assistance Special Recognitions Student Resource Center Visiting Washington, D.C. Issues Key Issues Legislation News News Biography Press Kit Contact Contact Newsletter Sign Up Biography About Debbie Photo Gallery Committee Assignments Repeal of Health Care would jeopardize critical health care for women, infants Pregnant women and new mothers joined Senator Stabenow and other Democratic women Senators to highlight the House Republicans' irresponsible effort to shut down the government if health care reform is not defunded. Pregnant women and new mothers joined U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow and other Democratic women Senators today at the U.S. Capitol to highlight the House Republicans' irresponsible effort to shut down the government if health care reform is not defunded. Repealing or defunding the Affordable Care Act, like House Republicans want to, would take way basic coverage like maternity care, prenatal care, preventative screenings and other critical services for millions of women. Senate Democratic women led the fight to include important protections for women in the Affordable Care Act. ""If House Republicans get their way, women will lose critical protections like maternity care, preventive services and more,"" said Stabenow. ""This isn't just a Washington parlor game. Republican tactics threaten to hurt real people all across America. The Democratic women in the Senate were joined by new mothers, mothers-to-be, nurses, midwives and OBGYNs to stand up for women all across America and tell them we won't let them take away this critical care for women."" If health care reform is repealed, women could be charged more for just being a woman. Before the Affordable Care Act, pregnancy was often considered a ""pre-existing condition"" and pregnant women often could not get any health care at all. Republicans have now voted 42 times to repeal or defund the Affordable Care Act. Republicans have now threatened to shut down the government if healthcare reform, which was enacted nearly four years ago and upheld by the Supreme Court, is not defunded or repealed.   Related News",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140221130400/http://www.stabenow.senate.gov/?p=press_release&id=1175,"Senators Stabenow, Levin Announce Support for the Development of Clare County Industrial Park",2013-09-25,2013,2013-09,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"Skip to Content Text Size: M   L   XL Stay Connected: Home Services Agency Assistance Capitol Flags Grant, Procurement & Funding Assistance Special Recognitions Student Resource Center Visiting Washington, D.C. Issues Key Issues Legislation News News Biography Press Kit Contact Contact Newsletter Sign Up Biography About Debbie Photo Gallery Committee Assignments Senators Stabenow, Levin Announce Support for the Development of Clare County Industrial Park U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow and Carl Levin welcomed the announcement of federal support for the development of a new Clare County industrial park, which will help create high-skill, high-wage jobs for the community. ""This critical investment will help businesses in my hometown of Clare create new jobs,"" said Stabenow. ""This will help grow the economy and make Clare County an even better place to do business."" ""Not only will this investment help existing businesses in Clare County, it will attract new ones,"" Levin said. ""With this new industrial park, more companies will want to call Clare County home, spurring growth and creating new jobs."" The competitive $2,680,860 grant from the Economic Development Administration will help fund the development of a new park, which is important because the older industrial park is at capacity and cannot contribute new jobs to the region. The project will focus on the region's major industries, including timber, agriculture, oil and gas, manufacturing, and bio-medical.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140221130411/http://www.stabenow.senate.gov/?p=press_release&id=1173,"Stabenow, Levin Announce Funding for Kalamazoo-Area Planning Council will Support Job Creation in West Michigan",2013-09-25,2013,2013-09,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"Skip to Content Text Size: M   L   XL Stay Connected: Home Services Agency Assistance Capitol Flags Grant, Procurement & Funding Assistance Special Recognitions Student Resource Center Visiting Washington, D.C. Issues Key Issues Legislation News News Biography Press Kit Contact Contact Newsletter Sign Up Biography About Debbie Photo Gallery Committee Assignments Stabenow, Levin Announce Funding for Kalamazoo-Area Planning Council will Support Job Creation in West Michigan U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow and Carl Levin announced that the Economic Development Administration will award $20,000 to the W.E. Upjohn Unemployment Trustee Corporation/South Central Michigan Planning Council in Kalamazoo to help establish an economic development strategy to support job creation in West Michigan. ""This critical investment brings together private-public partnerships to help businesses in the Kalamazoo area create new jobs,"" said Stabenow. ""This will help grow the economy and make West Michigan an even better place to do business."" ""We have seen that the most effective strategies for creating jobs bring together public and private groups in this common goal,"" said Levin. ""This funding will provide the Kalamazoo area with support to develop an economic roadmap to create jobs in West Michigan."" With this EDA investment, the South Central Michigan Planning Council will create and implement a comprehensive economic development strategy. The council will unite public and private entities to develop the job creation plan. The total cost of the project is approximately $42,000. The planning council covers Barry, Branch, Calhoun, Kalamazoo, and St. Joseph counties.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20131015162909/http://www.stabenow.senate.gov:80/?p=press_release&id=1171,Sixty Senators Urge Administration to Crack Down on Currency Manipulation in Trans-Pacific Partnership Talks,2013-09-24,2013,2013-09,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"A bipartisan group of 60 Senators led by U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) and Lindsey Graham (R-SC), co-chairs of the bipartisan Senate Manufacturing Caucus, today urged Secretary of the Treasury Jack Lew and U.S. Trade Representative Michael Froman to address foreign currency manipulation in the Trans-Pacific Partnership and future free trade agreements. The Senators point out that currency manipulation is an illegal trade practice that has cost the U.S. millions of jobs. The Senators want U.S. officials to stand up for U.S. businesses and workers by including enforceable measures against currency manipulation in trade agreements in order to ensure a level playing field on global trade and to help create jobs here at home. The letter reads, in part: ""A study by the Peterson Institute for International Economics found that foreign currency manipulation has already cost between one and five million American jobs. A free trade agreement purporting to increase trade, but failing to address foreign currency manipulation, could lead to a permanent unfair trade relationship that further harms the United States economy."" The letter was circulated by Senators Lindsey Graham (R-SC) and Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) and signed by Senators Harkin, Chambliss, Whitehouse, Inhofe, Levin, Murphy, Brown, Klobuchar, Collins, Schumer, Casey, Donnelly, Franken, McCaskill, Sessions, Manchin, Merkley, Coon, Heinrich, Baldwin, Reed, Boxer, Blunt, Pryor, Menendez, Boozman, Rockefeller, Cardin, Coats, Vitter, Markley, Wyden, Burr, Hoeven, Leahy, Tester, Warren, Blumenthal, Udall (NM), Begich, Risch, Mikulski, King, Shaheen, Moran, Sanders, Gillibrand, Heitkamp, Nelson, Portman, Schatz, Roberts, Landrieu, Durbin, Coburn, Grassley, Hirono, and Hagan. The full text of the letter follows: Dear Secretary Lew and Ambassador Froman: We agree with the Administration's stated goal that the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) has ""high standards worthy of a 21st century trade agreement."" To achieve this, however, we think it is necessary to address one of the 21st century's most serious trade problems: foreign currency manipulation. Currency is the medium through which trade occurs and exchange rates determine its comparative value. It is as important to trade outcomes as is the quality of the goods or services traded. Currency manipulation can negate or greatly reduce the benefits of a free trade agreement and may have a devastating impact on American companies and workers. A study by the Peterson Institute for International Economics found that foreign currency manipulation has already cost between one and five million American jobs. A free trade agreement purporting to increase trade, but failing to address foreign currency manipulation, could lead to a permanent unfair trade relationship that further harms the United States economy. As the United States negotiates TPP and all future free trade agreements, we ask that you include strong and enforceable foreign currency manipulation disciplines to ensure these agreements meet the ""high standards"" our country, America's companies, and America's workers deserve.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140221130425/http://www.stabenow.senate.gov/?p=press_release&id=1172,"Senators Stabenow, Levin Announce Support for the Michigan Manufacturing Technology Center to Spur Advanced Manufacturing Jobs",2013-09-24,2013,2013-09,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"Skip to Content Text Size: M   L   XL Stay Connected: Home Services Agency Assistance Capitol Flags Grant, Procurement & Funding Assistance Special Recognitions Student Resource Center Visiting Washington, D.C. Issues Key Issues Legislation News News Biography Press Kit Contact Contact Newsletter Sign Up Biography About Debbie Photo Gallery Committee Assignments Senators Stabenow, Levin Announce Support for the Michigan Manufacturing Technology Center to Spur Advanced Manufacturing Jobs U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow, Co-Chair of the bipartisan Senate Manufacturing Caucus, and Carl Levin today announced that the Michigan Manufacturing Technology Center in Plymouth has won a $2,268,003 contract to support advanced manufacturing job creation across Michigan. The Michigan Manufacturing Technology Center helps connect small-to-medium sized manufacturing firms with new product developers and assist manufacturers with tools and resources to bring new products to market and to train workers. The National Institute of Standards and Technology awarded the contract, which will fund the Center through June 2014. The Michigan Manufacturing Technology Center is the Michigan affiliate of the National Institute of Standards and Technology's Hollings Manufacturing Extension Partnership, a public-private network of centers to support new advanced manufacturing jobs. The Center is headquartered in Plymouth with affiliate offices in Grand Rapids, Marquette, Saginaw, and Traverse City. Senator Stabenow said: ""This award is great news for the Michigan Manufacturing Technology Center, which is helping manufacturers across our state bring new cutting-edge products to market and create high-tech jobs. We have seen consistent job growth in manufacturing over the past few years thanks in part to the Manufacturing Extension Partnership, which helps our manufacturers grow their businesses and stay competitive in the global economy."" Senator Levin said: ""Michigan manufacturers and Michigan workers can compete with anybody around the world if we give them the support and training they need. This grant will help the MMTC continue its great work of helping world-class Michigan innovators thrive and grow."" Mike Coast, President of the Michigan Manufacturing Technology Center said: ""This is great news for the MMTC. It allows us to continue to work with Michigan's small and medium sized manufacturers in the areas of increasing capacity and profitable growth. We are proud of our proven track record of being measured solely by the business impact we have on our client companies' business.""",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140221130455/http://www.stabenow.senate.gov/?p=press_release&id=1169,Agriculture Chairwoman Stabenow Announces Support for Michigan Agriculture,2013-09-24,2013,2013-09,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow, Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, today announced critical support for Michigan farmers and producers across the state. The U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Specialty Crop Block Grant Program will provide over $1.2 million to support 20 Michigan specialty crop projects throughout the state. These projects include support for apple, asparagus, blueberry, grape, cherry, Christmas tree, onion, and potato growers throughout the region. For a complete list of Michigan projects, please visit www.ams.usda.gov/scbgp. Today's announcement is a direct result of Senator Stabenow's work during the 2008 Farm Bill, when she authored the first section of a Farm Bill in history that provided support for so-called ""specialty crops"" - fruits, vegetables, nursery products, and floriculture. Before that, farm bills focused largely on commodity crops like corn, wheat and soy, but had no section dedicated to fruits and vegetables. Chairwoman Stabenow is also the author of the 2013 Farm Bill that strengthens support for fruit and vegetable growers. Chairwoman Stabenow said: ""This is welcome news for Michigan agriculture, our state's second largest industry and a major cornerstone of our economy. I wrote the first specialty crop title ever in the 2008 Farm Bill, which provides our farmers with tools like these to protect, market, and export their crops. This announcement is a prime example of why a new Farm Bill that strengthens this kind of support is vital for Michigan's economy."" Michigan produces a wider diversity of crops than any state but California, including many fruits and vegetables. Fruits, vegetables, nursery, and floriculture are a major cornerstone of Michigan's economy, generating $1.4 billion in economic activity. Michigan is the national leader in the production of over 18 types of crops, and Michigan specialty crop production has increased 33 percent in the last decade. Overall agriculture is Michigan's second largest industry. Chairwoman Stabenow's 2013 Farm Bill includes strengthened support for Michigan fruit, vegetable, and nursery growers. The Farm Bill passed the Senate in June by a wide bipartisan vote of 66-27. The current Farm Bill expires on September 30, in less than a week, putting future support for specialty crop producers in jeopardy, and creating a tremendous amount of uncertainty for Michigan's agricultural sector.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://dankildee.house.gov/media/press-releases/64-members-congress-led-congressman-dan-kildee-call-iran-release-amir-hekmati,"64 Members of Congress, Led by Congressman Dan Kildee, Call on Iran to Release Amir Hekmati As U.N. General Assembly Starts",2013-09-23,2013,2013-09,Democrat,House,MI,Dan Kildee,K000380,dankildee.house.gov,,,legacy,"Members Pose for Free Amir Photo Campaign to Raise Awareness and Call for Release of U.S. Marine from Prison A bipartisan coalition of 64 Members of Congress, led by Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-05), today called on Iran to release Amir Hekmati, a former U.S. Marine and Flint, Mich., native, from prison. The Members of Congress Republicans and Democrats alike each took photos with Free Amir signs calling on President Hassan Rouhani to release Hekmati, who has been unjustly held prisoner for over two years. All of the photos can be viewed here. This unified call from Congress comes as the United Nations (U.N.) General Assembly begins in New York City, where President Rouhani is expected to speak. It is time for Iran to release Amir Hekmati so that he can be with his father, mother and sisters. For over two years now, Amir, my constituent, has been wrongfully imprisoned, Congressman Kildee said. President Rouhani has recently stated that he would like to constructively engage the global community. Releasing Amir Hekmati, and the two other Americans being held in Iran, would be a tangible demonstration that Iran is serious about engaging indiplomacy and improving its relationship with the United States. Each of the 64 U.S. Representatives today released photos with a Free Amir signs to raise awareness about Hekmati's case, posting their Free Amir photo on their individual social media sites using the hashtag #FreeAmir. With every voice, with every picture, with every plea, we are closer and closer to freeing my brother, Amir.We are so appreciative to Congressman Dan Kildee for leading this effort. We thank every member of Congress for their support to release Amir, said Sarah Hekmati, Amir's sister. "" Amir's imprisonment hits close to home for all Americans because we can all imagine our own son or daughter, father or mother, friend or neighbor in the same situation, Congressman Kildee said. Iran releasing Amir Hekmati would help demonstrate not only to the U.S. government, but more importantly the American people, that it is serious about developing a constructive relationship with the U.S. and the world. Last week, Congressman Kildee wrote a letter to U.S. Ambassador to the U.N. Samantha Power, asking her to engage her colleagues at the U.N. General Assembly that have diplomatic relationships with Iran. After Congressman Kildee's letter, Ambassador Power tweeted in response, saying, in part, those missing or unjustly detained, including Amir Hekmati, Saeed Abedini and Bob Levinson, must be returned home. Congressman Kildee alsosent a letter in Julyto U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry calling on the U.S. Department of State to prioritize attaining the release of Hekmati. The letter, signed by 112 Members of Congress, urged the State Department to explore all options to secure Mr. Hekmati's release. Following Congressman Kildee's letter, Secretary Kerry issued a public statement on Aug. 28th calling on Iran to release Hekmati. Members posing for the Free Amir photos today include: Dan Kildee (MI-05) Ron Barber (MN-02) Xavier Becerra (CA-34) Dan Benishek (MI-01) Kerry Bentivolio (MI-11) Paul Broun (GA-10) Julia Brownley (CA-26) Lois Capps (CA-24) Tony Cardenas (CA-29) Andre Carson (IN-07) Matt Cartwright (PA-17) Joaquin Castro (TX-20) David Cicilline (RI-01) Joseph Crowley (NY-14) Rodney Davis (IL-13) Lloyd Doggett (TX-35) Keith Ellison (MN-05) Eliot Engel (NY-16) Bill Foster (IL-11) Lois Frankel (FL-22) Tulsi Gabbard (HI-02) Joe Garcia (FL-26) Alan Grayson (FL-09) Al Green (TX-09) Michael Grimm (NY-11) Denny Heck (WA-10) Jim Himes (CT-04) Rush Holt (NJ-12) Steven Horsford (NV-04) Jared Huffman (CA-02) Darrell Issa (CA-49) Sheila Jackson Lee (TX-18) Hank Johnson Jr. (GA-04) David Joyce (OH-14) Derek Kilmer (WA-06) Ron Kind (WI-03) Barbara Lee (CA-13) Sander Levin (MI-09) John Lewis (GA-05) Alan Lowenthal (CA-47) Michelle Lujan Grisham (NM-01) Donna Christensen (Virgin Islands) Doris Matsui (CA-06) Patrick Murphy (FL-18) Jerrold Nadler (NY-10) Beto O'Rourke (TX-16) Bill Pascrell (NJ-09) Donald Payne Jr. (NJ-10) Gary Peters (MI-14) Mark Pocan (WI-02) Trey Radel (FL-19) Lucille Roybal-Allard (CA-40) Jan Schakowsky (IL-09) Carol Shea-Porter (NH-01) Kyrsten Sinema (AZ-09) Chris Stewart (UT-02) Steve Stivers (OH-15) Steve Stockman (TX-36) Eric Swalwell (CA-15) John Tierney (MA-06) Chris Van Hollen (MD-08) Juan Vargas (CA-51) Ted Yoho (FL-03)",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140221130512/http://www.stabenow.senate.gov/?p=press_release&id=1168,"Senators Stabenow, Levin Announce Support for Michigan State University to Expand Public-Private Partnerships to Create New Michigan Jobs",2013-09-23,2013,2013-09,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"Skip to Content Text Size: M   L   XL Stay Connected: Home Services Agency Assistance Capitol Flags Grant, Procurement & Funding Assistance Special Recognitions Student Resource Center Visiting Washington, D.C. Issues Key Issues Legislation News News Biography Press Kit Contact Contact Newsletter Sign Up Biography About Debbie Photo Gallery Committee Assignments Senators Stabenow, Levin Announce Support for Michigan State University to Expand Public-Private Partnerships to Create New Michigan Jobs U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow and Carl Levin today announced federal support for the Michigan State Economic Development Administration University Center to spur innovation and create new jobs. The program leverages university research and technical assistance to create new and innovative economic development opportunities in Michigan. ""It is critical that we give our universities and businesses the support they need to out-innovate and out-compete the global competition,"" said Stabenow. ""Through partnerships created in this program, Michigan businesses will have support to innovate and create new high-skill jobs here in our state."" ""The University Center for Regional Economic Innovation at Michigan State has already spurred new ideas for economic vitality for our state,"" Levin said. ""With this grant, the REI University Center can continue to bring together scholars and professional economic developers to create innovative strategies that promote entrepreneurship and job creation in Michigan."" The $183,375 grant from the Economic Development Administration (EDA) will support the University Center program that provides technical assistance and research and development tools to increase productivity, spur innovation, and promote entrepreneurship to help increase regional competitiveness and economic diversification. The EDA's University Center program is a competitively-based partnership between the EDA and academic institutions.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140919110437/http://dankildee.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/64-members-of-congress-led-by-congressman-dan-kildee-call-on-iran-to,"64 Members of Congress, Led by Congressman Dan Kildee, Call on Iran to Release Amir Hekmati As U.N. General Assembly Starts",2013-09-23,2013,2013-09,Democrat,House,MI,Dan Kildee,K000380,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"Members Pose for “Free Amir” Photo Campaign to Raise Awareness and Call for Release of U.S. Marine and Michigan Native from Prison A bipartisan coalition of 64 Members of Congress, led by Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-05), today called on Iran to release Amir Hekmati, a former U.S. Marine and Flint, Mich., native, from prison. The Members of Congress – Republicans and Democrats alike – each took photos with “Free Amir” signs calling on President Hassan Rouhani to release Hekmati, who has been unjustly held prisoner for over two years. All of the photos can be viewed here. This unified call from Congress comes as the United Nations (U.N.) General Assembly begins in New York City, where President Rouhani is expected to speak. “It is time for Iran to release Amir Hekmati so that he can be with his ailing father, mother and sisters. For over two years now, Amir, my constituent, has been wrongfully imprisoned,” Congressman Kildee said. “President Rouhani has recently stated that he would like to constructively engage the global community. Releasing Amir would be a tangible demonstration that Iran is serious about engaging in diplomacy and improving its relationship with the U.S.” Each of the 64 U.S. Representatives today released photos with a “Free Amir” signs to raise awareness about Hekmati’s case, posting their “Free Amir” photo on their individual social media sites using the hashtag #FreeAmir. “With every voice, with every picture, with every plea, we are closer and closer to freeing my brother, Amir. We are so appreciative to Congressman Dan Kildee for leading this effort. We thank every member of Congress for their support to release Amir,” said Sarah Hekmati, Mr. Hekmati’s sister. “Amir’s imprisonment hits close to home for all Americans because we can all imagine our own son or daughter, father or mother, friend or neighbor in the same situation,” Congressman Kildee said. “Iran releasing Amir would help demonstrate not only to the U.S. government, but more importantly the American people, that it is serious about developing a constructive relationship with the U.S. and the world.” Last week, Congressman Kildee wrote a letter to U.S. Ambassador to the U.N. Samantha Power, asking her to engage her colleagues at the U.N. General Assembly that have diplomatic relationships with Iran. After Congressman Kildee’s letter, Ambassador Power tweeted in response, saying, in part, “those missing or unjustly detained, including Amir Hekmati, Saeed Abedini and Bob Levinson, must be returned home.” Congressman Kildee also sent a letter in July to U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry calling on the U.S. Department of State to prioritize attaining the release of Hekmati. The letter, signed by 112 Members of Congress, urged the State Department to explore all options to secure Mr. Hekmati’s release. Following Congressman Kildee’s letter, Secretary Kerry issued a public statement on Aug. 28th calling on Iran to release Hekmati. Members posing for the “Free Amir” photos today include: Dan Kildee (MI-05) Ron Barber (MN-02) Xavier Becerra (CA-34) Dan Benishek (MI-01) Kerry Bentivolio (MI-11) Paul Broun (GA-10) Julia Brownley (CA-26) Lois Capps (CA-24) Tony Cardenas (CA-29) Andre Carson (IN-07) Matt Cartwright (PA-17) Joaquin Castro (TX-20) David Cicilline (RI-01) Joseph Crowley (NY-14) Rodney Davis (IL-13) Lloyd Doggett (TX-35) Keith Ellison (MN-05) Eliot Engel (NY-16) Bill Foster (IL-11) Lois Frankel (FL-22) Tulsi Gabbard (HI-02) Joe Garcia (FL-26) Alan Grayson (FL-09) Al Green (TX-09) Michael Grimm (NY-11) Denny Heck (WA-10) Jim Himes (CT-04) Rush Holt (NJ-12) Steven Horsford (NV-04) Jared Huffman (CA-02) Darrell Issa (CA-49) Sheila Jackson Lee (TX-18) Hank Johnson Jr. (GA-04) David Joyce (OH-14) Derek Kilmer (WA-06) Ron Kind (WI-03) Barbara Lee (CA-13) Sander Levin (MI-09) John Lewis (GA-05) Alan Lowenthal (CA-47) Michelle Lujan Grisham (NM-01) Donna Christensen (Virginia Islands) Doris Matsui (CA-06) Patrick Murphy (FL-18) Jerrold Nadler (NY-10) Grace Napolitano (CA-32) Beto O'Rourke (TX-16) Bill Pascrell (NJ-09) Donald Payne Jr. (NJ-10) Gary Peters (MI-14) Mark Pocan (WI-02) Trey Radel (FL-19) Lucille Roybal-Allard (CA-40) Jan Schakowsky (IL-09) Carol Shea-Porter (NH-01) Kyrsten Sinema (AZ-09) Chris Stewart (UT-02) Steve Stivers (OH-15) Steve Stockman (TX-36) Eric Swalwell (CA-15) John Tierney (MA-06) Chris Van Hollen (MD-08) Juan Vargas (CA-51) Ted Yoho (FL-03)",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140221130526/http://www.stabenow.senate.gov/?p=press_release&id=1177,Senator Stabenow joins community members in Milford to walk for suicide prevention,2013-09-22,2013,2013-09,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"Skip to Content Text Size: M   L   XL Stay Connected: Home Services Agency Assistance Capitol Flags Grant, Procurement & Funding Assistance Special Recognitions Student Resource Center Visiting Washington, D.C. Issues Key Issues Legislation News News Biography Press Kit Contact Contact Newsletter Sign Up Biography About Debbie Photo Gallery Committee Assignments Senator Stabenow joins community members in Milford to walk for suicide prevention Senator Stabenow joined community members from across Metro Detroit at Kensington Metropark in Milford to walk for suicide prevention. U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow joined community members from across Metro Detroit at Kensington Metropark in Milford to walk for suicide prevention. Suicide is the 10th leading cause of death for Americans, and accounts for one out of every five deaths of young people aged 15-24.Senator Stabenow authored the Excellence in Mental Health Act to address this issue and to help people who need mental health treatment access the care they need. ""It's tragic that more people now die from suicide than they do from car accidents,"" Stabenow said. ""We need to reduce the stigma of mental health issues and make sure that our health care system treats mental health issues the same as physical health issues so people can get the care and the treatment that they need."" To learn more about Senator Stabenow's efforts to improve treatment and access to mental health services, click here.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140919110526/http://dankildee.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-dan-kildee-honors-mike-flagman-bowen-as-he-completes-58292-0,"Congressman Dan Kildee Honors Mike “Flagman” Bowen as he Completes 58,292 Mile Run to Honor Fallen Heroes of Vietnam War",2013-09-22,2013,2013-09,Democrat,House,MI,Dan Kildee,K000380,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"Kildee Greets Bowen, a Flushing, Mich., Resident with Congressional Proclamation at Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial WASHINGTON – Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-05) today honored Mike “Flagman” Bowen with a congressional proclamation as he completed a 58,292 mile run to commemorate every soldier killed or missing in action during the Vietnam War. He has been running for 31 years, and will run his final mile Friday leading up to the Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial in Washington, D.C. “It is an honor to meet Mike Bowen at the Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial as he completes an amazing and truly inspiring mission to honor our country’s fallen and missing heroes,” Congressman Kildee said. With each step and every mile, Bowen exemplifies the profound impact and inspiration one person can be to the world. He honorably served our country in Vietnam, and continues to serve our country to this day by reminding us to never forget the ultimate sacrifice so many made.” Bowen, 65, of Flushing, Mich., and constituent of Congressman Kildee’s, has made it his personal mission to run one mile for each name on the war memorial – 58,292 total – to commemorate those who were killed or missing in action in Vietnam. He has run every mile carrying a Prisoner of War/Missing in Action (POW/MIA) flag with him. At the Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial today, Congressman Kildee presented Bowen with a congressional proclamation, which will be introduced into the official record of Congress. “You have inspired not only me, but our entire nation,” the congressional proclamation reads. “We must remember the sacrifice of those who have given their lives to preserve our freedom. Your dedication and mission are resounding reminders of this responsibility.  It is a true honor that Mr. Bowen represents Michigan and I thank you for your service to our country.” A copy of the congressional resolution can be viewed here.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140221130551/http://www.stabenow.senate.gov/?p=press_release&id=1167,"Agriculture Chairwoman Stabenow Announces Support for City of St. Louis Police Department, City Hall",2013-09-20,2013,2013-09,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"Skip to Content Text Size: M   L   XL Stay Connected: Home Services Agency Assistance Capitol Flags Grant, Procurement & Funding Assistance Special Recognitions Student Resource Center Visiting Washington, D.C. Issues Key Issues Legislation News News Biography Press Kit Contact Contact Newsletter Sign Up Biography About Debbie Photo Gallery Committee Assignments Agriculture Chairwoman Stabenow Announces Support for City of St. Louis Police Department, City Hall U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow, Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, today announced U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development funding for the City of St. Louis. The funding will be used to help purchase a new police vehicle for the St. Louis Police Department and renovate an existing building into a new city hall and police department. ""This rural development funding is welcome news for St. Louis families, who depend on local services each and every day,"" Stabenow said. ""This support will help local law enforcement continue to perform their duties and protect the public."" The St. Louis Police Department will receive a $19,000 Economic Impact Initiative grant to help replace an aging patrol vehicle. The city will also receive a Community Facility Direct loan of $1,600,000 to renovate an old grocery store building into a new city hall and police department. Sen. Stabenow is Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, which has jurisdiction over rural development projects.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140221130557/http://www.stabenow.senate.gov/?p=press_release&id=1166,"Senators Stabenow, Levin Announce More than $2.5 Million for Infrastructure Improvements to Big Rapids Industrial Park",2013-09-20,2013,2013-09,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"Skip to Content Text Size: M   L   XL Stay Connected: Home Services Agency Assistance Capitol Flags Grant, Procurement & Funding Assistance Special Recognitions Student Resource Center Visiting Washington, D.C. Issues Key Issues Legislation News News Biography Press Kit Contact Contact Newsletter Sign Up Biography About Debbie Photo Gallery Committee Assignments Senators Stabenow, Levin Announce More than $2.5 Million for Infrastructure Improvements to Big Rapids Industrial Park Michigan Sens. Debbie Stabenow and Carl Levin today welcomed the announcement of a federal grant that will support the expansion of the manufacturing base of Big Rapids, help save hundreds of jobs and create new high-skill, high-wage jobs. The $2,576,024 grant from the Economic Development Administration will help fund infrastructure improvements to the Big Rapids Industrial Park. Project planners estimate the project will create 75 jobs, save more than 950 jobs, and leverage $4.75 million in private investment. ""This critical investment brings together private-public partnerships to help businesses in Big Rapids create new jobs,"" said Stabenow. ""This will help grow the economy and make Big Rapids an even better place to do business."" ""This investment will help existing businesses in Big Rapids and attract new ones,"" Levin said. ""With these improvements, more companies will want to call Big Rapids home, spurring growth and creating new jobs."" The EDA investment will be used for critical infrastructure improvements to the Big Rapids Industrial Park. The project includes replacement of the Baldwin Street Bridge, demolition of a city-owned building and construction of roadway and water infrastructure. The total project cost is $5,854,600. EDA grants are awarded through a competitive process.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140919154944/http://dankildee.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-dan-kildee-honors-mike-flagman-bowen-as-he-completes-58292,"Congressman Dan Kildee Honors Mike “Flagman” Bowen as he Completes 58,292 Mile Run to Honor Fallen Heroes of Vietnam War",2013-09-20,2013,2013-09,Democrat,House,MI,Dan Kildee,K000380,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"“Today marks three years of imprisonment in Iran for my constituent, Amir Hekmati. “For 1,095 days, Amir has been wrongfully held in Evin prison for crimes he did not commit. He is innocent, yet continues to be held against his will, thousands of miles away from his family in Michigan.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://stabenow.senate.gov?p=press_release&id=1156,"Senators Stabenow, Levin Announce Support for Grand Rapids, Kellogg, and Lake Michigan Community Colleges to Train Workers, Veterans for New Skilled Jobs",2013-09-19,2013,2013-09,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,stabenow.senate.gov,,,legacy,"Upper Peninsula Office 1901 W. Ridge Suite 7 Marquette, MI 49855 Phone: (906) 228-8756 Northern Michigan Office 3335 S. Airport Road West Suite 6B Traverse City, MI 49684 Phone: (231) 929-1031 West Michigan Office 3280 E. Beltline Court NE Suite 400 Grand Rapids, MI 49525 Phone: (616) 975-0052 Mid-Michigan Office 221 W. Lake Lansing Road Suite 100 East Lansing, MI 48823 Phone: (517) 203-1760 Southeast Michigan Office 719 Griswold St. Suite 700 Detroit, MI 48226 Phone: (313) 961-4330 Flint/Saginaw Bay Office 432 N. Saginaw St Suite 301 Flint, MI 48502 Phone: (810) 720-4172 Washington DC 731 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, D.C. 20510-2204 Phone: (202) 224-4822",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20131209233531/http://www.stabenow.senate.gov:80/?p=press_release&id=1165,Chairwoman Stabenow Statement following House Vote to Cut Nutrition Assistance for Millions of Americans,2013-09-19,2013,2013-09,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"Skip to Content Text Size: M   L   XL Stay Connected: Home Services Agency Assistance Capitol Flags Grant, Procurement & Funding Assistance Special Recognitions Student Resource Center Visiting Washington, D.C. Issues Key Issues Legislation News News Biography Press Kit Contact Contact Newsletter Sign Up Biography About Debbie Photo Gallery Committee Assignments Chairwoman Stabenow Statement following House Vote to Cut Nutrition Assistance for Millions of Americans Senator Debbie Stabenow, Chairwoman of the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, released the following statement after today's House vote on Republican Majority Leader Eric Cantor's bill that would kick nearly 4 million Americans off of food assistance. The effort, which has stalled House action on moving forward with finalizing the Farm Bill which supports 16 million American jobs, would impact the nation's most vulnerable citizens including children, senior citizens, veterans and disabled Americans. The measure passed on a largely party-line vote. ""We have never before seen this kind of partisanship injected into a Farm Bill. Not only does this House bill represent a shameful attempt to kick millions of families in need off of food assistance, it's also a monumental waste of time. The bill will never pass the Senate, and will never be signed by the President. ""The good news is now that this vote is behind us, we are close to the finish line. If House Republican leaders drop the divisive issues, appoint conferees and work with us in a bipartisan way, we can finalize a farm bill that creates jobs, reforms agriculture policy, and reduces the deficit by tens of billions of dollars. It's time to get a comprehensive farm bill done to give farmers and ranchers the certainty they need to continue growing the economy.""   Related News",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140221123938/http://www.stabenow.senate.gov/?p=press_release&id=1158,Senators Stabenow-Blunt Statement on Need to Pass Bipartisan Mental Health Legislation,2013-09-19,2013,2013-09,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"In light of news outlets this week widely reporting that Aaron Alexis, the man who allegedly committed Monday's horrible Navy Yard shootings, suffered from potentially severe mental illness, U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) and Roy Blunt (R-MO), lead co-sponsors of the bipartisan Excellence in Mental Health Act, today released the following statement: ""It is unfortunate another tragedy had to occur to again show the need to strengthen mental health services in America. Our bipartisan Excellence in Mental Health Act expands access to care and improves quality of care so people living with mental illness can get the treatment they need. ""The vast majority of people living with mental illness are not violent, and are in fact more likely to be victims of violence. That said, we know that in the absence of timely diagnosis and proper treatment, people experiencing their first psychotic episode are 15 times more likely to commit a violent act than those in treatment. ""Instead of merely talking about this issue in the wake of tragedies, it is time to finally take bipartisan action to improve our mental health care services."" The bipartisan Excellence in Mental Health Act expands access to mental health treatment including 24-hour crisis psychiatric services and improves the quality of care through community-based providers. The bill is supported by over 50 mental health organizations, veterans organizations and law enforcement organizations including: the National Association of Police Organizations, National Sheriffs Association, American Psychiatric Association, National Alliance on Mental Illness, the National Council for Behavioral Healthcare, American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, Mental Health America, National Association of Psychiatric Health Systems, Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America, and Give An Hour, among many others. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Debbie Stabenow (D-MI), Roy Blunt (R-MO), Jack Reed (D-RI), Marco Rubio (R-FL), Patrick Leahy (D-VT), Susan Collins (R-ME), Barbara Boxer (D-CA), Lisa Murkowski (R-AK), Jay Rockefeller (D-WV), Barbara Mikulski (D-MD), Jon Tester (D-MT), Mark Begich (D-AK), Chris Coons (D-DE), Maria Cantwell (D-WA), Elizabeth Warren (D-MA), Sherrod Brown (D-OH), Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), and Ron Wyden (D-OR), Ed Markey (D-MA), Chris Murphy (D-CT), and Chuck Schumer (D-NY). The Excellence in Mental Health Act Most individuals living with mental illness are not a danger to themselves or anyone else-in fact, studies show that individuals with a serious mental illness are actually more likely to be a victim rather than a perpetrator of violence. However, we know that in some cases the consequences of lack of treatment can be dire. There is growing bipartisan consensus that we must strengthen our mental health services so that Americans can get the care they need. America's Mental Health Services Need Strengthening: • One-third of those with mood disorders do not receive treatment and fewer than half of those with severe mental disorders receive treatment of any kind in a given year. • People who go without treatment after experiencing their first psychotic episode are 15 times more likely to commit acts of violence than those who do receive treatment. • At least 25% of returning veterans from Iraq and Afghanistan are in need of some type of mental health treatment. Twenty-two American veterans commit suicide every day. The Excellence in Mental Health Act: • Establishes criteria to ensure more community providers can serve more people and offer a broad range of mental health services, including: o 24-hour crisis psychiatric services o Integrated preventive screenings with mental health services to ensure more comprehensive care o Integrated treatment for mental illness and substance abuse, including cognitive behavioral therapy o Expanded peer support and counselor services for patients and families • Provides an incentive to achieve these new standards by allowing behavioral health services to be reimbursed under Medicaid, just like other providers are reimbursed for comprehensive primary care services.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140221130634/http://www.stabenow.senate.gov/?p=press_release&id=1164,"Stabenow, Levin, Dingell and Conyers Announce Additional $12 Million Grant for Willow Run Airport",2013-09-19,2013,2013-09,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"Skip to Content Text Size: M   L   XL Stay Connected: Home Services Agency Assistance Capitol Flags Grant, Procurement & Funding Assistance Special Recognitions Student Resource Center Visiting Washington, D.C. Issues Key Issues Legislation News News Biography Press Kit Contact Contact Newsletter Sign Up Biography About Debbie Photo Gallery Committee Assignments Stabenow, Levin, Dingell and Conyers Announce Additional $12 Million Grant for Willow Run Airport U.S. Sens. Debbie Stabenow and Carl Levin and Congressmen John Dingell and John Conyers, Jr., announced today that Wayne County Airport Authority (WCAA) will receive an additional $12 million federal grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation towards renovating runway 05R/23L at Willow Run Airport. The airport was awarded $9 million in initial federal funding in July to begin work on the renovation, as part of a larger $27.3 million request from WCAA. This additional funding will go towards completion of the runway repaving. ""This is more good news for Southeast Michigan companies that depend on business and cargo plane service at Willow Run,"" said Stabenow. ""Rehabilitating the runway will ensure that the airport runs efficiently and supports economic growth."" ""Many Michigan businesses depend on Willow Run airport to meet their transportation needs, and this funding will help the airport to do its job more efficiently,"" said Sen. Levin. ""This grant is great news for the airport and for our local economy that relies on it."" ""This funding is a continued investment in not only Willow Run Airport but our entire area, to help protect and create jobs that our working families rely on,"" said Dingell. ""This facility is important to our local economy, and this smart funding will help them continue this important project as we all work to do more with less to get the job done on behalf of Southeast Michigan residents."" ""I am delighted that, following a letter from the Michigan Congressional delegation this past summer, the Department of Transportation has awarded $12 million in grant funding to rehabilitate the runway at Willow Run Airport,"" said Conyers. ""Willow Run is a critical regional transport hub, which is vital to continued economic growth in Southeast Michigan. At a time when federal infrastructure investment funding is in scarce supply, I thank Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx for prioritizing repair efforts here in Michigan."" Willow Run Airport is a leading air cargo and general aviation facility that handles 200 million pounds of cargo each year, leading to the contribution of $85 million to the regional economy and supporting 1,500 jobs across Michigan.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140221130646/http://www.stabenow.senate.gov/?p=press_release&id=1163,"Agriculture Chairwoman Stabenow Announces Support for Caseville, Harbor Beach to Buy New Police Vehicles",2013-09-19,2013,2013-09,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"Skip to Content Text Size: M   L   XL Stay Connected: Home Services Agency Assistance Capitol Flags Grant, Procurement & Funding Assistance Special Recognitions Student Resource Center Visiting Washington, D.C. Issues Key Issues Legislation News News Biography Press Kit Contact Contact Newsletter Sign Up Biography About Debbie Photo Gallery Committee Assignments Agriculture Chairwoman Stabenow Announces Support for Caseville, Harbor Beach to Buy New Police Vehicles U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow, Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, today announced Rural Development Grants for the Village of Caseville and the City of Harbor Beach. The grants, made available through the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Rural Development Community Facilities Grant Program, will be used to help purchase new police vehicles to serve and protect local residents. ""We depend on our men and women in uniform to be there in times of crisis, and they depend on us for the support they need to do their jobs,"" said Stabenow. ""This funding will help first responders in Caseville and Harbor Beach perform their duties and protect the public."" The Village of Caseville will receive $12,000 and the City of Harbor Beach will receive $13,000 to help replace current vehicles, which are nearing the end of their useful lifespan. Stabenow is Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, which has jurisdiction over rural development projects.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140221130651/http://www.stabenow.senate.gov/?p=press_release&id=1162,Agriculture Chairwoman Stabenow Announces Support for Manistique to Buy New Police Vehicle,2013-09-19,2013,2013-09,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"Skip to Content Text Size: M   L   XL Stay Connected: Home Services Agency Assistance Capitol Flags Grant, Procurement & Funding Assistance Special Recognitions Student Resource Center Visiting Washington, D.C. Issues Key Issues Legislation News News Biography Press Kit Contact Contact Newsletter Sign Up Biography About Debbie Photo Gallery Committee Assignments Agriculture Chairwoman Stabenow Announces Support for Manistique to Buy New Police Vehicle U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow, Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, today announced a Rural Development Grant for Manistique. The grant, made available through the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Rural Development Economic Impact Initiative, will be used to purchase a new police vehicle to help the City serve and protect local residents. ""We depend on our men and women in uniform to be there in times of crisis, and they depend on us for the support they need to do their jobs,"" said Stabenow. ""This funding will help the City of Manistique perform their duties and protect the public."" The City of Manistique will receive $20,000 to help replace its current vehicle, which is nearing the end of its useful lifespan. Stabenow is Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, which has jurisdiction over rural development projects.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140221130659/http://www.stabenow.senate.gov/?p=press_release&id=1161,Agriculture Chairwoman Stabenow Announces Support for Forsyth Township to Buy New Police Vehicle,2013-09-19,2013,2013-09,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"Skip to Content Text Size: M   L   XL Stay Connected: Home Services Agency Assistance Capitol Flags Grant, Procurement & Funding Assistance Special Recognitions Student Resource Center Visiting Washington, D.C. Issues Key Issues Legislation News News Biography Press Kit Contact Contact Newsletter Sign Up Biography About Debbie Photo Gallery Committee Assignments Agriculture Chairwoman Stabenow Announces Support for Forsyth Township to Buy New Police Vehicle U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow, Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, today announced a Rural Development Grant for Forsyth Township. The grant, made available through the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Rural Development Community Facilities Grant Program, will be used to purchase a new police vehicle to help the Township serve and protect local residents. ""We depend on our men and women in uniform to be there in times of crisis, and they depend on us for the support they need to do their jobs,"" said Stabenow. ""This funding will help Forsyth Township perform their duties and protect the public."" Forsyth Township will receive $7,000 to help replace its current vehicle, which is nearing the end of its useful lifespan. Stabenow is Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, which has jurisdiction over rural development projects.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140221130713/http://www.stabenow.senate.gov/?p=press_release&id=1160,Agriculture Chairwoman Stabenow Announces Support for Iron County Sheriff?s Department to Buy New Patrol Vehicle,2013-09-19,2013,2013-09,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"Skip to Content Text Size: M   L   XL Stay Connected: Home Services Agency Assistance Capitol Flags Grant, Procurement & Funding Assistance Special Recognitions Student Resource Center Visiting Washington, D.C. Issues Key Issues Legislation News News Biography Press Kit Contact Contact Newsletter Sign Up Biography About Debbie Photo Gallery Committee Assignments Agriculture Chairwoman Stabenow Announces Support for Iron County Sheriff’s Department to Buy New Patrol Vehicle U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow, Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, today announced a Rural Development Grant for the Iron County Sheriff's Department. The grant, made available through the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Rural Development Community Facilities Grant Program, will be used to help purchase a new patrol vehicle to help the Sheriff's Department serve and protect local residents. ""We depend on our men and women in uniform to be there in times of crisis, and they depend on us for the support they need to do their jobs,"" said Stabenow. ""This funding will help the Iron County Sheriff's Department perform their duties and protect the public."" The Sheriff's Department will receive $12,000 to help replace its current vehicle, which is nearing the end of its useful lifespan. Stabenow is Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, which has jurisdiction over rural development projects.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140221130725/http://www.stabenow.senate.gov/?p=press_release&id=1159,Agriculture Chairwoman Stabenow Announces Support for Dickinson County Sheriff?s Department to Buy Two New Patrol Vehicles,2013-09-19,2013,2013-09,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"Skip to Content Text Size: M   L   XL Stay Connected: Home Services Agency Assistance Capitol Flags Grant, Procurement & Funding Assistance Special Recognitions Student Resource Center Visiting Washington, D.C. Issues Key Issues Legislation News News Biography Press Kit Contact Contact Newsletter Sign Up Biography About Debbie Photo Gallery Committee Assignments Agriculture Chairwoman Stabenow Announces Support for Dickinson County Sheriff’s Department to Buy Two New Patrol Vehicles U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow, Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, today announced a Rural Development Grant for the Dickinson County Sheriff's Department. The grant, made available through the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Rural Development Initiative Community Facilities Grant Program, will be used to help purchase two new patrol vehicles to help the Sheriff's Department serve and protect local residents. ""We depend on our men and women in uniform to be there in times of crisis, and they depend on us for the support they need to do their jobs,"" said Stabenow. ""This funding will help the Dickinson County Sheriff's Department perform their duties and protect the public."" The Sheriff's Department will receive $8,000 to help replace its current vehicle, which is nearing the end of its useful lifespan. Stabenow is Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, which has jurisdiction over rural development projects.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140221130741/http://www.stabenow.senate.gov/?p=press_release&id=1157,Agriculture Chairwoman Stabenow Announces Support for Houghton County Sheriff?s Department to Buy New Patrol Vehicle,2013-09-19,2013,2013-09,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"Skip to Content Text Size: M   L   XL Stay Connected: Home Services Agency Assistance Capitol Flags Grant, Procurement & Funding Assistance Special Recognitions Student Resource Center Visiting Washington, D.C. Issues Key Issues Legislation News News Biography Press Kit Contact Contact Newsletter Sign Up Biography About Debbie Photo Gallery Committee Assignments Agriculture Chairwoman Stabenow Announces Support for Houghton County Sheriff’s Department to Buy New Patrol Vehicle U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow, Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, today announced a Rural Development Grant for the Houghton County Sheriff's Department. The grant, made available through the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Rural Development Initiative Community Facilities Grant Program, will be used to help purchase a new patrol vehicle to help the Sheriff's Department serve and protect local residents. ""We depend on our men and women in uniform to be there in times of crisis, and they depend on us for the support they need to do their jobs,"" said Stabenow. ""This funding will help the Houghton County Sheriff's Department perform their duties and protect the public."" The Sherriff's Department will receive $22,000 to help replace its current vehicle, which is nearing the end of its useful lifespan. Stabenow is Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, which has jurisdiction over rural development projects.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140221130752/http://www.stabenow.senate.gov/?p=press_release&id=1155,"Senators Stabenow, Levin Announce Support for Bay de Noc Community College to Train Workers, Veterans for New Skilled Jobs",2013-09-19,2013,2013-09,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"Skip to Content Text Size: M   L   XL Stay Connected: Home Services Agency Assistance Capitol Flags Grant, Procurement & Funding Assistance Special Recognitions Student Resource Center Visiting Washington, D.C. Issues Key Issues Legislation News News Biography Press Kit Contact Contact Newsletter Sign Up Biography About Debbie Photo Gallery Committee Assignments Senators Stabenow, Levin Announce Support for Bay de Noc Community College to Train Workers, Veterans for New Skilled Jobs U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow and Carl Levin today announced support for new high-tech job training opportunities for workers whose jobs were outsourced and veterans at Bay de Noc Community College. Even with thousands of Michigan residents looking for work, businesses across the state are reporting difficulty finding workers for many skilled positions. Bay de Noc Community College will be able to design job training programs to prepare Michigan workers with the right skills for advanced manufacturing jobs. ""For Michigan to create jobs and compete in the global economy, it's critical our workers have the right skills and training opportunities to match the needs of emerging high-growth industries,"" said Stabenow. ""This grant will help Bay de Noc Community College continue to lead the way to develop and expand innovative training programs to help veterans and workers get high-skill jobs now."" ""Michigan workers can out-compete any workforce around the world if they have the opportunity to get the training and education they need,"" Levin said. ""These grants are important to giving Michigan workers the support they need to compete in a global marketplace."" Bay de Noc Community College will receive a $1.5 million grant as a member in a consortium of 8 Michigan community colleges on behalf of the Michigan Coalition for Advanced Manufacturing. The award was made available through the Department of Labor's Trade Adjustment Assistance Community College Career Training Program. The Trade Adjustment Assistance Community College Career Training program provides community colleges funding to expand and improve education and career training programs for workers eligible for training adjustment assistance because their jobs were sent overseas or were lost as a result of foreign trade. For more information on the trade adjustment assistance program click here. Related News",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140221130805/http://www.stabenow.senate.gov/?p=press_release&id=1154,"Senators Stabenow, Levin Announce Support for Lansing Community College to Train Workers, Veterans for New Skilled Jobs",2013-09-19,2013,2013-09,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"Skip to Content Text Size: M   L   XL Stay Connected: Home Services Agency Assistance Capitol Flags Grant, Procurement & Funding Assistance Special Recognitions Student Resource Center Visiting Washington, D.C. Issues Key Issues Legislation News News Biography Press Kit Contact Contact Newsletter Sign Up Biography About Debbie Photo Gallery Committee Assignments Senators Stabenow, Levin Announce Support for Lansing Community College to Train Workers, Veterans for New Skilled Jobs U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow and Carl Levin today announced support for new high-tech job training opportunities for workers whose jobs were outsourced and veterans at Lansing Community College. Even with thousands of Michigan residents looking for work, businesses across the state are reporting difficulty finding workers for many skilled positions. Lansing Community College will be able to design job training programs to prepare Michigan workers with the right skills for advanced manufacturing jobs. ""For Michigan to create jobs and compete in the global economy, it's critical our workers have the right skills and training opportunities to match the needs of emerging high-growth industries,"" said Stabenow. ""This grant will help Lansing Community College continue to lead the way to develop and expand innovative training programs to help veterans and workers get high-skill jobs now."" ""Michigan workers can out-compete any workforce around the world if they have the opportunity to get the training and education they need,"" Levin said. ""These grants are important to giving Michigan workers the support they need to compete in a global marketplace."" Lansing Community College will receive a $2.7 million grant as a member in a consortium of 8 Michigan community colleges on behalf of the Michigan Coalition for Advanced Manufacturing. The award was made available through the Department of Labor's Trade Adjustment Assistance Community College Career Training Program. The Trade Adjustment Assistance Community College Career Training program provides community colleges funding to expand and improve education and career training programs for workers eligible for training adjustment assistance because their jobs were sent overseas or were lost as a result of foreign trade. For more information on the trade adjustment assistance program click here. Related News",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://web.archive.org/web/20140221130827/http://www.stabenow.senate.gov/?p=press_release&id=1153,"Senators Stabenow, Levin Announce Support for Mott Community College and Baker College to Train Workers, Veterans for New Skilled Jobs",2013-09-19,2013,2013-09,Democrat,House,MI,Debbie Stabenow,S000770,web.archive.org,,,legacy,"Skip to Content Text Size: M   L   XL Stay Connected: Home Services Agency Assistance Capitol Flags Grant, Procurement & Funding Assistance Special Recognitions Student Resource Center Visiting Washington, D.C. Issues Key Issues Legislation News News Biography Press Kit Contact Contact Newsletter Sign Up Biography About Debbie Photo Gallery Committee Assignments Senators Stabenow, Levin Announce Support for Mott Community College and Baker College to Train Workers, Veterans for New Skilled Jobs U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow and Carl Levin today announced support for new high-tech job training opportunities for workers whose jobs were outsourced and veterans at Mott Community College and Baker College. Even with thousands of Michigan residents looking for work, businesses across the state are reporting difficulty finding workers for many skilled positions. The two colleges will be able to design job training programs to prepare Michigan workers with the right skills for advanced manufacturing jobs. ""For Michigan to create jobs and compete in the global economy, it's critical our workers have the right skills and training opportunities to match the needs of emerging high-growth industries,"" said Stabenow. ""This grant will help Mott Community College and Baker College continue to lead the way in developing and expanding innovative training programs to help veterans and workers get high-skill jobs now."" ""Michigan workers can out-compete any workforce around the world if they have the opportunity to get the training and education they need,"" Levin said. ""These grants are important to giving Michigan workers the support they need to compete in a global marketplace."" Mott Community College will receive a $2.7 million grant as a member in a consortium of 8 Michigan community colleges on behalf of the Michigan Coalition for Advanced Manufacturing. Baker College will receive a $1.4 million grant as member in a consortium led by Century College in White Bear Lake Minnesota. The awards are made available through the Department of Labor's Trade Adjustment Assistance Community College Career Training Program. The Trade Adjustment Assistance Community College Career Training program provides community colleges funding to expand and improve education and career training programs for workers eligible for training adjustment assistance because their jobs were sent overseas or were lost as a result of foreign trade. For more information on the trade adjustment assistance program click here. Related News",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://dankildee.house.gov/media/press-releases/ahead-un-general-assembly-congressman-dan-kildee-writes-ambassador-samantha,"Ahead of U.N. General Assembly, Congressman Dan Kildee Writes Ambassador Samantha Power on Release of U.S. Prisoner in Iran",2013-09-18,2013,2013-09,Democrat,House,MI,Dan Kildee,K000380,dankildee.house.gov,,,legacy,"Amir Hekmati, Flint Native, Held in Iran Now for Over Two Years Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-05) today wrote a letter to Samantha Power, the Permanent U.S. Representative to the United Nations, urging the Ambassador to engage her diplomatic colleagues at the upcoming United Nations General Assembly meeting on the release of Flint-native Amir Hekmati. Hekmati, a constituent of Congressman Kildee's, has been imprisoned in Iran since August 2011 and been accused of being a U.S. spy, allegations the U.S. vehemently denies. During the proceedings, I ask that you explore all available opportunities to raise Mr. Hekmati's case with your colleagues at the U.N., Congressman Kildee said in his letter. I am optimistic that we can facilitate a humanitarian resolution and reunite Mr. Hekmati with his father, mother and sisters soon. Iranian President Hassan Rouhani, recently elected on a moderate platform, is scheduled to visit the United Nations General Assembly next week. While the U.S. does not have formal diplomatic relations with Iran, Congressman Kildee in his letter asked Ambassador Power to engage U.N. colleagues who have diplomatic relations with Iran to examine all opportunities to facilitate Mr. Hekmati's release. It is imperative that Mr. Hekmati be reunited with his family so that as the eldest son, he can return to Michigan to care for his ailing father, mother and sisters, Congressman Kildee said in his letter. Amir's father, Ali Hekmati, a professor at Mott Community College in Flint, was recently diagnosed with terminal brain cancer and has been hospitalized. Since being elected to Congress, Congressman Kildee has pushed for Hekmati's release. In addition to writing to Ambassador Power, Congressman Kildee sent a letter in July to Secretary Kerry calling on the U.S. Department of State to prioritize attaining the release of Hekmati. The letter, signed and supported by 112 Members of Congress, urged the State Department to explore all options to secure Hekmati's release so he can be reunited with his family. Following Congressman Kildee's letter, on Aug. 28, 2013, Secretary Kerry released a statement calling for the Iranian government to release Mr. Hekmati. A copy of Congressman Kildee's letter to Ambassador Power can be viewed here and is also below. -- September 17, 2013 Ambassador Samantha Power Permanent U.S. Representative to the United Nations 799 United Nations Plaza New York, NY 10017 Dear Ambassador Power: Amir Hekmati, a former U.S. Marine and one of my constituents, has been imprisoned in Iran for now over two years. President Hassan Rouhani and an Iranian delegation are scheduled to visit the United Nations (U.N.) General Assembly later in the month. During their visit, I ask that you engage your colleagues that have diplomatic relations with Iran to examine all opportunities to facilitate Mr. Hekmati's release. After serving honorably in the military, Mr. Hekmati traveled to Iran in August of 2011 to visit his grandmother for the first time. During this visit, he was detained and accused of being a U.S. spy, allegations the U.S. vehemently denies. Moreover, Mr. Hekmati's father, who lives in Flint, Mich., was recently diagnosed with terminal brain cancer. Thus, it is imperative that Mr. Hekmati be reunited with his family so that as the eldest son, he can return to Michigan to care for his ailing father, mother and sisters during this difficult time. U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry is aware of Mr. Hekmati's detention and many members of Congress have been following the situation closely. In July, I sent a letter to Secretary Kerry regarding Mr. Hekmati that was signed by 111 other Members of Congress. We were pleased when Secretary Kerry issued a statement in August calling for Mr. Hekmati's release, and it appears that the upcoming U.N. General Assembly meeting presents a particularly auspicious opportunity. During the proceedings, I ask that you explore all available opportunities to raise Mr. Hekmati's case with your colleagues at the U.N. that maintain diplomatic relations with Iran. I am optimistic that we can facilitate a humanitarian resolution and reunite Mr. Hekmati with his father, mother and sisters soon. Sincerely, Dan Kildee MEMBER OF CONGRESS cc: U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z