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Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-06) today released the following statement on the news President Biden has blocked the sale of U.S. Steel to Japan’s Nippon Steel. “The United States must keep American steel manufacturing capacity owned and operated in this country. It is critical to our economic security and national security that we keep our steel manufacturing ability and jobs strong here in A... Read More »

Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-06) today released the following statement after being sworn in for her sixth term, representing Michigan's 6th Congressional District in the 119th Congress. “I am honored to continue to serve the hard-working people of Michigan’s 6th district. This Congress, I’m getting right back to work on the issues that I hear about every time I am home: investing in American ... Read More »

Ahead of the start of the 119th Congress, Representative Debbie Dingell (MI-06) today released the following statistics from the 118th Congress. “I’m proud to represent the people of Michigan’s 6th district and I’m proud of the work we were able to get done in the last Congress,” Dingell said. “I’m looking forward to a productive 119th Congress and remain focused on addressing the issues that matt... Read More »

Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-06) released the following statement on the news of the death of President Jimmy Carter. “President Carter’s legacy is one of tireless work, selflessness, and service to his nation and neighbors. When Jimmy Carter won the presidency, he sought to unite Americans and heal a fractured country. The effects of his advocacy on issues including environmentalism, conserva... Read More »

In keeping with Dingell tradition, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-06) today released the annual Dingell Jingle, to the tune of "Silver Bells." Congress sidewalks, busy sidewalks, dressed in holiday style In the air there’s a feeling of homesickness Members crying, reporters filming, meeting in hallway and office, And on the Hill we want to hear Voting Bells, Voting Bells It’s time to pass a CR i... Read More »

Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-06) and Congressman Bob Latta (OH-05) today released the following statement on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) proposed rule to create AV STEP, or The ADS-equipped Vehicle Safety, Transparency, and Evaluation Program, which would establish a voluntary review and reporting framework for participating ADS-equipped vehicles. “If we want t... Read More »

Representatives Debbie Dingell (MI-06) and John Moolenaar’s (MI-02) bipartisan Shandra Eisenga Human Cell and Tissue Product Safety Act today was passed by the House of Representatives. The legislation would address and prevent the spread of tuberculosis in human cell and tissue products by requiring the Department of Health and Human Services to make reforms regarding the screening of tissue dona... Read More »

Today, the House of Representatives passed H.R. 1377, the Promoting United States Wireless Leadership Act, led by Congressional 5G and Beyond Caucus co-chairs Representatives Debbie Dingell (D-MI), Tim Walberg (R-MI), and Annie Kuster (D-NH). The bipartisan bill will bolster American technological leadership by bringing key leaders together and encourage U.S. participation in global standards-sett... Read More »

Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-06) today reintroduced the Recovering America’s Wildlife Act, the most significant investment in wildlife and habitat conservation in a generation. “The United States is facing an unprecedented biodiversity crisis. We’ve already seen our nation’s beautiful monarch butterfly population plummet, and we’ve lost nearly 3 billion birds since 1970. More than one third of... Read More »

Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-06), co-chair of the Endangered Species Act Caucus, released the following statement in support of today’s U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service proposal to list the monarch butterfly as threatened under the Endangered Species Act (ESA) with species-specific protections to promote its conservation. “The monarch butterfly is at risk of extinction, and we need to take immed... Read More »

Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-06) today sent a letter to Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Administrator Michael Whitaker expressing concerns and requesting answers regarding the use of the Instrument Landing System Yankee (ILS-Y) approach procedure at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW). Recent findings indicate ongoing safety risks to landing aircrafts and the flying public, w... Read More »

Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-06) today applauded the University of Michigan’s newly announced collaboration with Los Alamos National Laboratory to develop advanced computing technologies. “I'm proud the University of Michigan continues to lead the nation and world in cutting edge research and innovation," Dingell said. "This groundbreaking collaboration will help better understand and address... Read More »

Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-06) today announced The University of Michigan was awarded more than $2.4 million for three projects from the U.S. Department of Energy (DoE) for research to advance marine and ocean renewable energy industries. "This funding will enable the University of Michigan to advance renewable energy technologies in meaningful ways," said Rep. Dingell. "These projects will ... Read More »

Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-06) released the following statement on Rep. Raúl Grijalva’s decision not to seek re-election as Ranking Member of the House Natural Resources Committee. “Congressman Raúl Grijalva has spent his whole tenure in Congress, including a decade as Ranking Member and Chair of the Natural Resources Committee, standing up for and defending underserved communities, and pro... Read More »

Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-06) released the following statement on the passing of Washtenaw County treasurer Catherine McClary. “I, like many, am stunned by the news of Catherine’s passing. From her time as Washtenaw County commissioner to her long tenure as treasurer, Catherine was a lifelong advocate for many causes including protecting women and families, ensuring justice and equity, prot... Read More »