WASHINGTON, DC – Today, House Democrats released details of the Take Responsibility for Workers and Family Act, a third coronavirus response package which includes provisions written by Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI).
Dingell led sections related to provide resources and support to protect the health and well-being of seniors, people with disabilities and the front-line… Read more »
DEARBORN, MI – Today, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) applauded Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer signing a “Stay Home, Stay Safe” Executive Order to direct all Michigan businesses and operations to temporarily suspend in-person operations that are not necessary to sustain or protect life.
The “Stay Home, Stay Safe” order becomes effective at 12:01 am on March 24, 2020 and will stay… Read more »
Washington, DC – Congresswoman Jackie Speier (D-CA) was joined by Congresswomen Debbie Dingell (D-MI), Gwen Moore (D-WI), Annie Kuster (D-NH), and 25 Members in sending a bipartisan letter urging Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy to provide domestic and sexual violence programs with flexible funding sources to serve survivors in the short- and long-term.
The… Read more »
GROSSE ILE, MI – Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI), the U.S. Department of the Interior and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, in coordination with Wayne County, announced the postponement of the grand opening of the Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge Gateway and visitor center, originally scheduled for May 9, 2020.
The postponement keeps with guidance from the CDC. The… Read more »
DEARBORN, MI – Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) pressed US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo to use all authorities in his power to evacuate American citizens stranded in Peru and Guatemala. Dingell and her office have been in contact with several Michigan families who were unable to leave the countries after their borders were closed in response to the COVID-19 outbreak.
A copy of… Read more »
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, the House Democratic Caucus’ Task Force on Aging and Families introduced the Coronavirus Relief for Seniors and People with Disabilities Act to provide resources and support to protect the health and well-being of seniors, people with disabilities and the front-line workers and family caregivers who support these individuals.
Task Force Vice Chair Debbie Dingell… Read more »
DEARBORN, MI – Today, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) issued the following statement after the United Auto Workers (UAW) and large auto manufactures announced reductions in plants across North America:
“There have been a lot of discussions between UAW and the companies over the last few days. In the end, this was not a difficult decision. Everyone involved knows the importance of the… Read more »
DETROIT – On Wednesday, Congresswomen Rashida Tlaib (MI-13) and Debbie Dingell (MI-12) led bipartisan members of the Michigan House delegation in sending a letter to Vice President Mike Pence, the head of the Coronavirus Task Force, urging that he and the Administration keep the shared border with Canada— especially between Michigan and Ontario—open especially to… Read more »
WASHINGTON, DC – Late last night, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) voted to pass the Families First Coronavirus Response Act that would provide support to Michiganders and their families during the spread of coronavirus.
“Leaders must lead,” said Dingell. “Our nation is facing an unprecedented pandemic, unlike what any of us can remember. Our role in Congress is to be proactive and… Read more »
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, the Sergeant at Arms announced the US Capitol, House and Senate Office Buildings, and the Capitol Visitors Center will be closed to the public, including tours and meetings. The announcement anticipates the closures to remain in effect until at least April 1, 2020.
Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) is acutely aware of the importance of being available to her… Read more »
