U.S. Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) today released the following statement on the federal government shutdown and outlined the anticipated impact on families in Michigan’s 12th District. Dingell will remain in Washington for as long as it takes to reach a bipartisan solution to re-open the government and stands ready to help constituents navigate issues and… Read more »
U.S. Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) today announced that she has invited Cindy Garcia of Lincoln Park, MI to be her guest at the 2018 State of the Union in Washington, DC. Ms. Garcia is a UAW worker and the wife of Jorge Garcia, a 39-year-old father of two who was deported to Mexico this week after living in the United States for 30 years.
“This week, America watched in… Read more »
Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) and Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) issued the following statements after news that U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has withdrawn its approval of Ohio EPA’s assessment of the state’s list of impaired waterways. That assessment failed to address the open waters of Lake Erie. U.S. EPA had previously accepted both Ohio’s and… Read more »
U.S. Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) released the following statement after the Michigan Supreme Court rejected Gelman Sciences’ appeal seeking to overturn a decision by a local court judge.
“This ruling is welcome news that will help the community and all stakeholders fight for a more just and comprehensive solution to the Gelman dioxane plume. This contamination has… Read more »
U.S. Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) released the following statement after touring the North American International Auto Show in Detroit with a bipartisan delegation of Members of Congress.
“The future of mobility is here, and Michigan – the heart and soul of the auto industry – is leading the way. It was great to tour the Detroit Auto Show today with a bipartisan… Read more »
U.S. Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) released the following statement in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
“Today we honor a man who dedicated his life to this nation’s promise of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness for every person. His advocacy for the principles of love, justice, service and equality inspired people across this country, regardless… Read more »
U.S. Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12), 12th District State Legislators and local officials today held a town hall in Taylor to provide information about the newly enacted Republican tax plan and what it means for Michigan. The town hall, part of a national day of action, drew a standing room only crowd of more than 100 attendees to discuss the legislation’s impact on working… Read more »
U.S. Representative Debbie Dingell (MI-12) today sent a letter to U.S. Postal Service (USPS) Postmaster General and Chief Executive Officer Megan J. Brennan regarding recurring issues with mail delivery service in Ypsilanti. Dingell raised similar concerns in December 2016 after hearing from constituents and community leaders about long delays in pickup and delivery, periods where no mail… Read more »
U.S. Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) today introduced the Hospital Preparedness Program (HPP) Reauthorization Act of 2018, which increases federal funding to support regional health care systems in preparing for natural disasters and other threats. The Hospital Preparedness Program, created after September 11th, is the only federal funding source that supports efforts by regional… Read more »
U.S. Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) today joined colleagues on the Bipartisan Heroin Task Force to announce the legislative agenda for 2018. The agenda includes commonsense, bipartisan legislation to address the opioid epidemic by supporting prevention, treatment, recovery, and law enforcement efforts.
Included in the agenda is Jessie’s Law, bipartisan legislation… Read more »
