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Task Force on Aging & Families Lead Effort to Provide Relief for Seniors, People with Disabilities During Coronavirus Pandemic

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WASHINGTON, DC – Today, the House Democratic Caucus’ Task Force on Aging and Families introduced the Coronavirus Relief for Seniors and People with Disabilities Act to provide resources and support to protect the health and well-being of seniors, people with disabilities and the front-line workers and family caregivers who support these individuals. Task Force Vice Chair Debbie Dingell…

Dingell on Reductions in Auto Industry Production

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DEARBORN, MI – Today, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) issued the following statement after the United Auto Workers (UAW) and large auto manufactures announced reductions in plants across North America: “There have been a lot of discussions between UAW and the companies over the last few days. In the end, this was not a difficult decision. Everyone involved knows the importance of the…

Bipartisan Michigan House Delegation Members Urge Administration to Keep Canadian Border Open to Health Care Workers

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DETROIT – On Wednesday, Congresswomen Rashida Tlaib (MI-13) and Debbie Dingell (MI-12) led bipartisan members of the Michigan House delegation in sending a letter to Vice President Mike Pence, the head of the Coronavirus Task Force, urging that he and the Administration keep the shared border with Canada— especially between Michigan and Ontario—open especially to…

Dingell & House Act to Provide Assistance to Michiganders during Coronavirus Pandemic

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WASHINGTON, DC – Late last night, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) voted to pass the Families First Coronavirus Response Act that would provide support to Michiganders and their families during the spread of coronavirus. “Leaders must lead,” said Dingell. “Our nation is facing an unprecedented pandemic, unlike what any of us can remember. Our role in Congress is to be proactive and…

US Capitol Complex Closed to Public, Including Dingell Offices

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WASHINGTON, DC – Today, the Sergeant at Arms announced the US Capitol, House and Senate Office Buildings, and the Capitol Visitors Center will be closed to the public, including tours and meetings. The announcement anticipates the closures to remain in effect until at least April 1, 2020. Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) is acutely aware of the importance of being available to her…

REPS. KILDEE, DINGELL, TLAIB URGE CONGRESS TO PROVIDE RELIEF FOR AMERICANS WITH HIGH WATER BILLS DURING CORONAVIRUS OUTBREAK

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Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-05) Chief Deputy Whip of the Democratic Caucus, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12), and Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib (MI-13) today sent a letter to congressional leaders urging that any legislative relief packages to contain the spread of the coronavirus must include relief for Americans facing high water bills and water shutoffs. While the U.S. Centers for…

Health Subcommittee Advances Dingell Provision to Rid PFAS Chemicals from Cosmetics

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WASHINGTON, DC – Today, the Energy and Commerce Health Subcommittee advanced a provision led by Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) that would require the Food and Drug Administration to prioritize the review of PFAS ingredients in cosmetics and personal care products. PFAS has been linked to very serious health diseases: kidney cancer, testicular cancer, thyroid disease, high…

Dingell Bill Addresses Safety Defects in Firearms

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WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) reintroduced the Defective Firearms Protection Act, legislation that allows the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) to address safety defects in firearms like they would for any other consumer product by potentially issuing safety warnings and issuing recalls if necessary. Currently, firearms are excluded from the…

Dingell Votes to Pass Emergency Funding for Coronavirus

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WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) voted for the House package to provide $8.3 billion in robust funding to respond to the Coronavirus, including support for state and local health agencies, vaccine and treatment development, and loans for affected small business. The legislation provides $8.3 billion in all new funding for a robust response to this public health…

Dingell & Mitchell Remind People to Bump – Not Shake

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WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) and Congressman Paul Mitchell (R-MI) reminded the public to take commonsense steps to prevent the spread of the common cold, flu, and the Coronavirus. Dingell and Mitchell remind people to replace handshakes or hugs with a bump of the elbow, wash their hands frequently with soap for 20 seconds, stay home when you are sick, and…

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