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Dingell Statement on Steny Hoyer’s Retirement

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Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-06) released the following statement in response to Congressman Steny Hoyer’s announcement that he will not seek reelection. “Steny Hoyer is a long-time friend, partner, colleague, and someone I have always been able to turn to. He has been a steadfast, hardworking representative for his constituents for more than four decades and helped shape some of…

Dingell Demands Answers from Uber on Failure to Prevent and Respond to Sexual Assaults by Drivers

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Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-06) today sent the following letter to Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi, expressing concern and demanding answers from the company regarding its response to reports of sexual assault and harassment by its users. This letter comes as a follow-up to a September letter and subsequent meeting,dUber staff provided explanations that do not align with…

Dingell Leads Colleagues in Urging EPA to Uphold Strong PFAS Reporting Requirements for Manufacturers

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Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-06) today led 19 of her House colleagues in writing to Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin urging the agency not to narrow the scope of PFAS reporting and recordkeeping under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), as the agency has proposed. “When finalized in October 2023, the PFAS reporting rule marked a milestone in the…

Dingell Urges the Release of Funding for Local Victim Service Provider

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Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-06) today sent a letter to Senior Official Performing the Duties of Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Administrator David Richardson to inquire about the status of Emergency Food and Shelter Program (ESFP) grant funding for awarded entities in the district, particularly First Step Domestic & Sexual Violence Services.  “As you know, the…

Dingell Introduces Bill to Accelerate Implementation of Impaired Driving Prevention Technology

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Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-06) today introduced a new bill to accelerate the implementation of drunk and impaired driving prevention technology in new vehicles. Building upon Dingell’s HALT Act, which was passed in the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), the Deployment of Required Impairment Prevention Vehicle Equipment to Honor the Abbas Family Legacy to…

Dingell Releases 2025 Annual Dingell Jingle

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In keeping with Dingell tradition, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-06) today released the annual Dingell Jingle, to the tune of "The Christmas Song." Trade deals roasting on an open fire, Tariffs biting as the cold wind blows Watching all the chaos climbing higher Where it’s heading, no one knows.   And we remember all the Elon sideshows, No “art of the deal”…

Dingell, Tlaib Lead 43 Colleagues in Requesting the Senate Maintain $250 million for Lead Service Line Replacement

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Representatives Debbie Dingell (MI-06) and Rashida Tlaib (MI-12), co-chairs of the Get The Lead Out Caucus, today led 43 of their House colleagues in sending a letter to Senate Majority Leader John Thune, Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, and Appropriations Committee Chair Susan Collins and Vice Chair Patty Murray requesting that the Senate oppose the repurposing of $250 million that was…

University of Michigan Responds to Dingell Letter Demanding They Hold An Urgent Community Forum to Address Concerns About the Ypsilanti Data Center

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Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-06) received a letter from the University of Michigan in response to the December 11th letter she sent demanding they hold an urgent community forum in Ypsilanti Township to address questions about the Ypsilanti Data Center. As data centers continue to move into communities across Michigan, including the 6th congressional district,…

Dingell Demands State Department Provide Plan for Addressing Visa Delays Caused by Expanded Vetting Requirements

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Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-06) today sent a letter to Secretary of State Marco Rubio requesting that the State Department address significant delays to visa appointments arising from expanded vetting requirements for H-1B visa applicants and their dependents. “On December 3, 2025, the State Department announced it would expand the requirement that an online presence review be…

Dingell Introduces Legislation to Protect Access to Student Aid and Address Critical Workforce Shortages

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Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-06) today introduced the Clarity in Professional Degree Act, legislation aimed at restoring and protecting access for federal student aid after the Department of Education narrowed the definition of “professional degree,” threatening access to loans for students in critical health and education fields. “At a time when states are facing severe…

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