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 U.S. Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) released the following statement on the terror attacks in Barcelona, Spain. “Today's attack in Barcelona, Spain is another reminder of the presence of evil amongst us and innocent lives lost after a senseless act of terror. My thoughts and prayers are with the victims and their families, and we stand united with our friends in Spain… Read more »

U.S. Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) today joined Friends of the Detroit River, Michigan Sea Grant, and other project partners to celebrate the hard work and dedication of those who have helped shape a new future for the Detroit River. The restoration projects highlighted included a tour of Stony Island near Grosse Ile, where work is being done to counteract wetland loss on land that… Read more »

U.S. Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) today released the following statement on the passing of former U.S. Congressman Vern Ehlers. “Congressman Ehlers was an esteemed congressman and respected educator who served our Michigan community with honor and integrity. He was one of the few scientists in Congress and earned a reputation for his measured, common-sense voice. Vern… Read more »

U.S. Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) today toured the UAW-Ford Technical Training Center facility to highlight a new economic agenda called “A Better Deal: Better Jobs, Better Wages, Better Future” and met with leaders to discuss their one of a kind apprenticeship program. The UAW-Ford Joint Apprentice Program prepares individuals to become certified Skilled… Read more »

In advance of the first negotiating round of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), U.S. Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) and U.S. Congressman Bill Pascrell (NJ-09), Democratic Ranking Member on the Ways and Means Trade Subcommittee, today led a letter to U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) Robert Lighthizer urging an open and transparent trade negotiating process. The… Read more »

After working hand in hand to advance automated vehicle legislation through the House Energy and Commerce Committee in July, U.S. Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) and U.S. Congressman Bob Latta (OH-05), Chairman of the Subcommittee on Digital Commerce and Consumer Protection, today toured the American Center for Mobility at Willow Run (ACM) to learn about the groundbreaking work… Read more »

U.S. Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) today announced that the City of Dearborn Fire Department will receive a $1,795,092 staffing grant through the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) Fiscal Year 2016 Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) program. The grant will support the hiring of firefighters and the recruitment and retention of volunteer staff… Read more »

After working hand in hand to advance automated vehicle legislation through the House Energy and Commerce Committee in July, U.S. Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) and U.S. Congressman Bob Latta (OH-05), Chairman of the Subcommittee on Digital Commerce and Consumer Protection, today toured the American Center for Mobility at Willow Run (ACM) to learn about the groundbreaking work… Read more »

U.S. Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) and State Representative Darrin Camilleri today held a town hall meeting to discuss access to quality health care in Michigan and across the country and answer questions from constituents. “The American people are sending a clear message to policymakers in Washington and at the state level that they want Democrats, Republicans and… Read more »

U.S. Congresswoman Debbie Dingell released the following statement after the Trump Administration released the Brandon Road Lock and Dam Study, which provides critical new information on options for implementing Asian carp control measures to protect the Great Lakes. Dingell and her colleagues have repeatedly urged the administration to release the study, which has been delayed since… Read more »