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Dingell to Vote Against NDAA

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WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) issued the following statement on why she will vote against the FY 2020 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) because among other issues it fails to include House-passed amendments by Dingell to address PFAS contamination: “PFAS is a clear and present threat to Michigan and clean water. I worked very hard to build consensus…

Dingell: Trade Agreement brings Cautious Optimism

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WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) issued the following statement on the tentative trade agreement: “This isn’t about winners or losers, it’s about doing what is right for American workers. We have a moral responsibility to help our workers. If this new deal levels the playing field, creates jobs, raises wages, brings manufacturing back to this country, and…

Dingell on House Resolution Reiterating Commitment to Just, Two-State Solution in Israel-Palestine

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WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) made the following statement before a House vote on a resolution reaffirming Congress’ support to a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict: “It is critical that we take serious steps to reiterate the United States’ commitment toward a just, two-state solution to the conflict that allows both Israelis and…

Dingell: We Must Uphold the Legacy of Those who Fought to Extend Voting Rights

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WASHINGTON, DC – Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) released the following statement on the Voting Right’s Advancement Act passing the House of Representatives. “We must always continue moving forward in the fight to make it easier – not harder – for all Americans to exercise their right to vote. It’s no coincidence that since 2013, when the Supreme Court struck down a key provision in…

Michigan Lawmakers Concerned about Nuclear Waste Storage on Great Lakes

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MICHIGAN – Today, Representatives Debbie Dingell (MI-12), Fred Upton (MI-6), Paul Mitchell (MI-10), and Dan Kildee (MI-5) pressed Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau in opposition to the placement of a national repository for nuclear waste storage anywhere near the Great Lakes, which is currently being considered by the Canadian government.   “We stand in strong opposition to…

Recovering America’s Wildlife Act Advances to House Floor

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WASHINGTON, DC – Today, the House Natural Resources Committee passed Recovering America’s Wildlife Act (RAWA). Led by Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) and Congressman Jeff Fortenberry (R-NE), RAWA has broad support of conservation and sportsmen’s leaders. This bipartisan legislation would help promote and enhance our nation’s conservation efforts, and ensure the long-term health of…

Dingell on Medicare for All Hearing in Energy & Commerce Hearing Announcement

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WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Congresswomen Debbie Dingell – a member of the Health Subcommittee and co-chair of the Medicare for All Caucus – issued the following statement after the Subcommittee on Health of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce announced a legislative hearing on “Proposals to Achieve Universal Healthcare Coverage” including Dingell and Jayapal’s Medicare for All…

Dingell: US Must Lead World in Addressing Climate Change

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WASHINGTON, DC – Today Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) released the following statement upon her return from the 2019 United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change in Madrid, Spain: “Countries from every corner of the globe are experiencing the harsh realities of climate change: devastating hurricanes, tornadoes, wildfires, and rising sea levels. It is of upmost urgency that…

Dingell Attends UN Climate Conference with Congressional Delegation

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WASHINGTON, DC – Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) is joining a Congressional Delegation – led by Speaker Nancy Pelosi – to Madrid, Spain for the 2019 United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, also known as COP25.  On the visit, Dingell said: “Look around us: devastating hurricanes, tornadoes, wildfires, melting glaciers and rising sea levels. This week, countries…

Dingell on Second Asbestos Violation at Former McLouth Steel Site

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TRENTON, MI – Today, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) released the following statement after Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) issued a violation notice to 21st Century Salvage and Crown Enterprises for a large cloud of dust during the demolition and abatement activities of equipment being treated as containing asbestos at the former McLouth Steel Site…

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