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Refusing to let community concerns go unanswered, U.S. Representative Debbie Dingell (D-MI-06) is continuing to press for answers from the University of Michigan over the proposed Ypsilanti Township data center project. Congresswoman Dingell sent a letter on June 24 asking for responses to questions that local resident have had over escalating fears regarding infrastructure and quality of… Read more »

U.S. Representatives Debbie Dingell (D-MI-06), Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA-01), and Laura Friedman (D-CA-30), introduced the bipartisan No PFAS in Cosmetics Act, which would ban the use of harmful forever chemicals known as per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in cosmetics. The legislation would require the Food and Drug Administration to ban the use of PFAS in cosmetic products within… Read more »

U.S. Representatives Debbie Dingell (D-MI-06) and Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA-01), co-chairs of the Congressional PFAS Task Force, reintroduced the bipartisan Keep Food Containers Safe from PFAS Act, which would prohibit intentionally added per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) – hazardous forever chemicals – in food packaging.    These harmful substances are frequently used… Read more »

Ahead of the United States’ 250th anniversary, U.S. Representative Debbie Dingell (D-MI-06) introduced a new resolution honoring the historic milestone for our republic, as well as reaffirming the importance of prevention, public health, and access to healthcare.  “America’s 250th anniversary is an opportunity to reflect not only on where we’ve been, but where we’re going. Building… Read more »

U.S. Representative Debbie Dingell (D-MI-06) released the following statement after Consumers Energy announced it would not move forward with a proposed power plant in Lima Township: "I am pleased that Consumers Energy has decided not to move forward with the proposed power plant in Lima Township.  Residents raised thoughtful and legitimate concerns about the project's potential… Read more »

U.S. Representative Debbie Dingell (D-MI-06) led over 100 of her House colleagues in urging the Trump Administration to protect safe drinking water standards and address PFAS contamination that poses risks to the physical health and environmental health of communities across America. In a new letter to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Congresswoman Dingell and 112 of her… Read more »

U.S. Representative Debbie Dingell (D-MI-06) released the following statement after President Donald Trump announced the United States will not renew the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA):   “Today’s announcement regarding the USMCA review process is an important step toward strengthening North American manufacturing and ensuring this agreement continues to work for… Read more »

In case you missed it, U.S. Representative Debbie Dingell (D-MI-06) recently joined Axios Live for a discussion on the state of the healthcare, including the rising healthcare costs Americans are facing after Republicans let crucial tax credits expire, the impacts of the Trump Administration cutting funding to healthcare research, and the landmark legislation Congresswoman Dingell is… Read more »

Today, U.S. Representative Debbie Dingell (D-MI-06) released the following statement after Uber announced it would be implementing new safety policies: "For too long, women have had to worry about their safety when using rideshare platforms. Violence against women is an issue larger than any one company, but we must all play our part to protect women and foster a safer society. There is… Read more »

U.S. Representative Debbie Dingell (D-MI-06) urged Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (BCBSM) to reconsider policies limiting cancer patients’ access to critical medications. In a new letter to BCBSM President and CEO Tricia Keith and Executive Vice President James Grant, Congresswoman Dingell raised concerns about policies that are creating new barriers for Michigan cancer patients… Read more »