Today, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) joined introduction of the bipartisan reauthorization of the Violence Against Women Act. This critical, long-term legislation reaffirms protections for all women, men and children, and includes vital improvements to address gaps in current law that have been identified by victims, survivors and advocates to keep our communities safe.
“No… Read more »
Today, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) introduced the Save the Internet Act with by Congressman Mike Doyle and Senator Ed Markey, which restores popular, bipartisan net neutrality protections for consumers and small businesses, after the Trump Administration ended these vital protections last year.
“Access to the internet is critical to conduct business, monitor the news,… Read more »
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… Read more »
– 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… Read more »
– 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… Read more »
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,… Read more »
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… Read more »
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… Read more »
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… Read more »
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,… Read more »
