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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 »

Today, the Michigan Congressional Delegation announced their submission to the Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule on behalf of the state of Michigan. As part of Congress's efforts to celebrate America's 250th birthday, the capsule will serve as a snapshot in time and will be opened on our nation's 500th anniversary on July 4, 2276. The Delegation submitted a Pure Michigan… Read more »

Today, U.S. Representative Debbie Dingell (D-MI-06) announced she secured $83,461,342 in federal grant funding for the University of Michigan at Ann Arbor to support a wide range of research initiatives, including mental health, cancer, cardiovascular, biomedical training, and more. The funding comes from the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and was made possible by… Read more »

Today, U.S. Representative Debbie Dingell (D-MI-06) once again urged leaders at the University of Michigan and Los Alamos National Laboratory to respond to Ypsilanti Township community concerns directly and decisively regarding the proposed data center project. The new letter to University of Michigan President Domenico Grasso and Los Alamos National Laboratory Director Dr. Thom Mason… Read more »

U.S. Representative Debbie Dingell (D-MI-06) introduced a bill to improve the financial security of people with disabilities by updating and modernizing savings limits for Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) accounts, helping individuals build financial security without risking access to critical benefits, which is important as individuals with disabilities and their families face… Read more »

Today, U.S. Representative Debbie Dingell (D-MI-06) released the following statement on the passing of former Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan: “Today I join so many Americans in mourning the loss of Alan Greenspan, a man whose intellect, strength, and deep love for this country shaped generations of economic leadership.  During his years as Chairman of the Federal Reserve,… Read more »

This week, U.S. Representatives Debbie Dingell (D-MI-06) and Rashida Tlaib (D-MI-12) introduced legislation to ensure affordable access to clean water for families across the country. The lawmakers highlighted the need to address rising water costs and prevent service shutoffs that disproportionately affect low-income households. The congresswomen are leading the Water Access Act and… Read more »