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U.S. Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) today released the following statement on House passage of the Protecting Young Victims from Sexual Abuse and Safe Sport Authorization Act.    “We all have a responsibility to protect our young people from despicable, predatory behavior, and this important legislation represents a first step in addressing the deep-rooted and… Read more »

U.S. Representatives Debbie Dingell (MI-12), Fred Upton (MI-06) and Tim Walberg (MI-07), members of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, released the following statement calling on the committee to hold hearings and conduct an investigation into the U.S. Olympic Committee, USA Gymnastics and Michigan State University’s handling of the Dr. Larry Nassar case. The Energy and… Read more »

U.S. Representatives Debbie Dingell (MI-12) and Bob Latta (OH-05) were announced last night as Autos2050 award winners by the Auto Alliance and the Alliance for Transportation Innovation in Washington, D.C. The Representatives were recognized for making game-changing contributions to the automotive industry over the past year, including their leadership in passing the SELF DRIVE Act and… Read more »

As Valentine’s Day approaches, U.S. Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) is inviting local students to participate in the “Valentines for Veterans” project by making handmade valentine cards for local veterans. Last year, students across the region created hundreds of cards to show veterans how much they are loved and appreciated. This is the fourth year in a row that… Read more »

Congressman Sander Levin (MI-09), Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-05), Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) and Congresswoman Brenda Lawrence (MI-14) issued the following statement after voting ‘no’ on a bill that fails to include a long-term budget or the priorities of the American people:   “It is unacceptable for Congress to continue funding the government just… Read more »

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 »