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U.S. Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) today announced that the Ypsilanti and Dearborn Heights Fire Departments will receive a combined $1 million grant to boost the number of firefighters in those communities. The Staffing for Adequate Fire & Emergency Response (SAFER) Grants will go directly to the local fire departments to support the hiring of firefighters and the recruitment… Read more »

Congresswoman Dingell led a conversation of industry leaders about keeping the United States and Michigan at the forefront of developing and manufacturing electric vehicles, and ensuring the infrastructure to support electric vehicles so consumers have the confidence to buy electric vehicles. Joining Dingell were participants from Michigan utility companies, state energy and environmental… Read more »

Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) toured emergency departments at Michigan Medicine and St. Joseph Mercy Ann Arbor hospital to hear from doctors and hospital administrators on the challenges facing the US healthcare system’s front lines. Dingell scheduled this tour after meeting with ER physicians on the issues of treating opioid withdrawal in an effort to better understand how… Read more »

Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) issued the following statement after meeting with Trenton Mayor and City Council to announce proposed agreement to clean up the McLouth Steel site: “The McLouth steel site has been an eyesore in this community for longer than we can remember. It sits as a symbol of the past and of tougher times.  Now, it is time to stop looking backwards… Read more »

Today, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) issued the following statement on the passing of musical legend Aretha Franklin: “John and I lost a friend. Aretha’s father was a true friend to John, helping him in his first election and fighting Civil Rights battles together in the 50s and 60s. Aretha was just a friend to me – there if I ever needed her. Aretha was… Read more »

DEARBORN, MI – U.S. Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) released the following statement welcoming Susan White as the new refuge manager of the Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge: “It is my pleasure to welcome Susan White back to Michigan as she assumes leadership at the Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge. As a Macomb County native, Susan knows that… Read more »

In recognition of Purple Heart Day, U.S. Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) met with former U.S. Army Private First Class Frank Puente of Allen Park who received the prestigious military honor after being wounded in service during the Vietnam War. After being contacted by Puente, Dingell’s office worked to secure the Purple Heart and ensure Puente’s contributions to our… Read more »

U.S. Congresswoman Debbie Dingell released the following statement regarding the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) released today regarding fuel economy regulations: “There are a variety of proposals put forward in this NPRM, with the most unacceptable being the flatlining fuel economy standards. Flatlining is harmful to American leadership and innovation, as well as the… Read more »

Today, U.S. Congresswomen Debbie Dingell (MI-12) added her support to others, including the State of Michigan and many local government officials, and urged the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) to include the McLouth Steel Corporation’s site in Trenton to the National Priorities List under the Superfund program. The site is currently under consideration by EPA for… Read more »

Today, Congresswomen Debbie Dingell (MI-12) stood up for Michigan by calling on the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to provide answers on its decision to close and relocate the Large Lakes Research Station on Grosse Ile. In a letter to the agency, Dingell highlighted the important emergency response operations, investigation services, and regional coordination that the Station… Read more »