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Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-07) and Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) introduced bipartisan legislation to bring more accountability to the federal prison system. H.R. 5042, the Federal Prisons Accountability Act, would require the Director of the Bureau of Prisons (BOP) to receive a presidential appointment and a confirmation by the U.S. Senate, as is the case for nearly all other top… Read more »

U.S. Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) released the following statement on the ongoing investigation into the death of U.S. Marine Corps Private Raheel Siddiqui, who died on March 18, 2016 at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island. “The family of Private Raheel Siddiqui deserves to understand all of the facts and circumstances surrounding his tragic death. We are working to… Read more »

U.S. Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) today announced that the City of Allen Park Fire Department will receive a $50,091 grant for safety and operations through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program.  “This grant is critical for our firefighters and first responders who are the glue that keep our communities safe… Read more »

Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) today reaffirmed the importance of the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) for states across the country after the U.S. Department of the Interior announced that Michigan will receive $2,468,616 to support conservation and recreation projects in local communities. The LWCF was founded 50 years ago and has preserved public lands and natural… Read more »

Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) released the following statement today on Ford’s announcement that it will transform its more than 60-year-old Dearborn facilities into a modern, green and high-tech campus to foster innovation and help drive the company’s transition to an auto and a mobility company. “Those of us who love Michigan and are committed to its vibrant… Read more »

Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) released the following statement on Ford’s announcement that it will invest $1.6 billion in a new plant in San Luis Potosi, Mexico. “Ford’s announcement today that they are investing $1.6 billion in their operations in Mexico is not surprising. Last year’s labor negotiations and the subsequent dialogue indicated this was likely… Read more »

Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) today sent a letter to U.S. Marine Corps Commandant General Robert B. Neller seeking further clarification on the circumstances surrounding the death of U.S. Marine Corps Private Raheel Siddiqui of Taylor, Michigan. Private Siddiqui died on March 18, 2016 after arriving at Parris Island for boot camp. “It is our shared responsibility to ensure… Read more »

Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) and Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-07) today co-hosted a Veterans Fair to provide veterans and their family members throughout Washtenaw County with access to resources earned through their service to our country. More than 20 different veterans employment specialists, Veterans Affairs counselors and veterans services organizations participated. Dingell… Read more »

On Monday, April 4, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) and Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-07) will be co-hosting a Veterans Fair in Washtenaw County to provide veterans and their family members with access to resources earned through their service to our country. More than 20 different veterans employment specialists, Veterans Affairs counselors, and veterans service organizations will… Read more »

Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) released the following statement on a study released today by the Water Center at the University of Michigan documenting the potential impacts of an oil spill in Line 5 in the Straits of Mackinac. “Today the University of Michigan released a study that demonstrates that all of us in Michigan need to be concerned about Line 5 under the Straits of… Read more »