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Dingell on Biden Ending US Support for Offensive Operations in Yemen

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) today released the following statement applauding President Joe Biden for ending United States support for the Saudi Arabia-led coalition in Yemen’s civil war. Dingell was among the first Members of Congress to raise concerns about civilian deaths in Yemen under the Obama Administration, and continued to call on former President…

Dingell, Upton Mark National Cancer Prevention Day

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WASHINGON, DC – Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) and Congressman Fred Upton (R-MI) today introduced a resolution honoring February 4, 2021 as National Cancer Prevention Day. Dingell serves as Co-Chair of the Congressional Cancer Prevention Caucus, which aims to educate policymakers about best practices for cancer prevention. The resolution recognizes the devastating effect cancer…

Dingell, Speier, DeGette Introduce Legislation to Protect Privacy in Contact Tracing Technology

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Washington, DC – Congresswomen Debbie Dingell (MI-12) Jackie Speier (CA-14), and Diana DeGette (CO-01) introduced legislation today to ensure Americans can confidently use technology for contact tracing of COVID-19 knowing their data are secure and privacy is respected. The Secure Data and Privacy for Contact Tracing Act would provide grants to states that choose to use technology as part…

Dingell, McKinley Introduce Bill to End Pill Dumping, Bring Accountability to Suspicious Order Shipments

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WASHINGTON DC - Today, U.S. Representatives Debbie Dingell (D- Mich.) and David B. McKinley P.E. (R-W.Va.) introduced the Block, Report and Suspend Suspicious Shipments Act, which will require drug manufacturers, distributors and other Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registrants to not only report but halt suspicious orders. Currently, under the Controlled Substances Act, drug…

DINGELL, LATTA RE-INTRODUCE LEGISLATION TO ALLOW HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS TO RENDER SERVICES ANYWHERE THROUGHOUT COVID-19 PANDEMIC

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WASHINGTON, D.C. — Representative Debbie Dingell (MI-12) and Representative Bob Latta (OH-05) today re-introduced legislation that allows any health care professional in good standing with a valid practitioners’ license to render services—including telehealth—anywhere for the duration of the COVID-19 pandemic. Currently, health care professionals must maintain licenses in each state in…

Dingell on More Automakers Abandoning California Lawsuit

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) today released the following statement applauding Toyota Motor Corp., Fiat Chrysler, and other automakers for abandoning efforts to overturn California’s zero emission rules. “Today automakers demonstrated their commitment to combatting climate change and transitioning to a new era of clean energy,” said Congresswoman Dingell. “For…

Dingell Statement on Ahmad Ramadan Joining Biden Administration

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Dearborn, MI - Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) today released the following statement applauding the Biden Administration’s appointment of Ahmad Ramadan to be a Legislative Officer in the Department of Labor: “Ahmad Ramadan brought more than a powerful voice to our office, he brought a compassionate, deep understanding of his community and the constituents he served,” said…

TOMORROW: DINGELL TO ADDRESS A2Y CHAMBER

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Dearborn, MI – On Monday, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) will deliver her annual address to the Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti Regional Chamber. 11:00AM        Addresses A2Y Chamber ** To RSVP, please click here ** ###

Dingell Reintroduces COVID HCBS Relief Act to Provide Increased Funding for Home and Community-Based Services, Hazard Pay

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Washington, D.C. – As America’s seniors and people with disabilities continue to face increased risks from COVID-19, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) reintroduced the COVID HCBS Relief Act to provide increased funding for home and community-based services (HCBS). This legislation would provide dedicated Medicaid funds for HCBS, reducing the need for people with disabilities and older…

TONIGHT AT 6:30PM: DINGELL, TLAIB TO HOST WATER RIGHTS FACEBOOK LIVE

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – After introducing a federal ban on water shutoffs during the COVID-19 crisis earlier today, Congresswomen Debbie Dingell (MI-12) and Rashida Tlaib (MI-13) will hold a Facebook Live conversation tonight on access to water with Monica Lewis-Patrick, President & CEO of We The People of Detroit. Beginning at 6:30PM, the discussion will focus on the Emergency Water is a…

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