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Dingell to Host Information Session on Attending Military Service Academy

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DEARBORN, MI – U.S. Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) invites 9-12th grade students, families, high school counselors, veterans and service members to attend Military Service Academy information sessions on Wednesday, March 20th, 2019. The events will provide an opportunity for students, parents, and counselors to meet with representatives from the service academies, hear from…

Congress Sends President Public Lands Package Honoring John D. Dingell

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 – Today, Congress sent the President a package of bills to protect and conserve public lands to be signed into law. The John D. Dingell, Jr. Conservation, Management and Recreation Act promotes conservation, recreation, historic preservation, and cultural resource protection in Michigan and across the country. The package of bills includes a permanent authorization of the…

Dingell Celebrates Paczki Day in Michigan & DC

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 – Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) celebrated Paczki Day, a Polish celebration before the fasting of Lent, by bringing the traditional polish donuts to friends in Michigan and Washington. Photos from both Michigan and DC are available for download in a photo album here. “The Dingell family immigrated to the United States from Poland, and Paczki Day is a Polish…

Dingell Continues Efforts for Hearing Aid Coverage Under Medicare

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In recognition of World Hearing Day this week, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) reintroduced the Medicare Hearing Aid Coverage Act that would expand Medicare to cover hearing aids for beneficiaries. Medicare does not currently cover hearing aids, which have an average price of about $2,500. Hearing loss affects nearly 48 million Americans and, left untreated, has serious emotional,…

Dingell Votes to Strengthen Background Checks for Gun Purchases

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WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) made the following statement after the House passed The Bipartisan Background Checks Act, which would require a violent history check for every gun sale or transfer: “Background checks work,” said Dingell. “Many senseless tragedies could be prevented by strengthening and expanding our national background check system will…

Dingell, Jayapal and more than 100 Co-Sponsors Introduce Medicare For All Act of 2019

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WASHINGTON, DC –  Today, Representatives Debbie Dingell, Pramila Jayapal, other members of Congress and advocates introduced the Medicare For All Act of 2019. “The time is now to ensure that every American has access to quality, affordable healthcare,” said Rep. Dingell. “Introducing this bill is a critical step in this long…

Dingell Statement on FCA’s Investment in Michigan Production

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WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) made the following statement after FCA announced plans to invest $4.5 billion to build a new assembly plant in Detroit and add production to five existing Michigan facilities: “Great news for Michigan from FCA today. I want to thank them to their commitment to production in the US. Their investment decisions are an…

Dingell, Upton, Guthrie Lead Introduction of Bipartisan Health Bills

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WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Representatives Debbie Dingell (D-MI), Fred Upton (R-MI), and Brett Guthrie (R-KY) introduced two health bills that make it easier for seniors and the disabled to receive care in their preferred setting without facing bankruptcy or significant financial hardship. Dingell and Guthrie introduced the Ensuring Medicaid Provides Opportunities for Widespread Equity,…

Dingell, Tlaib Call on EPA, MDEQ to Ensure Health and Safety Protected at Marathon Petroleum Flare

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DEARBORN, MI – Today, Congresswomen Debbie Dingell (D-MI) and Rashida Tlaib (D-MI) pressed Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ) and the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) on public health and safety after a recent emergency response identified a strong rotten odor originating from the Marathon Petroleum refinery’s coke-flare system in Detroit. In recent weeks,…

Details on Services for John D. Dingell

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DEARBORN, MI — Below, please find information on services for John D. Dingell in Michigan. Media logistics will be forthcoming for both Michigan and Washington services and events. On Monday, February 11, 2019, from 11:00 am to 8:00 pm, a visitation will be held at the Ford Community and Performing Arts Center at 15801 Michigan Avenue, Dearborn, MI 48126. This event is open to the…

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