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Dingell Statement on Volkswagens $14.7B Settlement over Emissions Cheating

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U.S. Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) released the following statement after Volkswagen agreed to pay up to $10 billion to U.S. vehicle owners and $4.7 billion in environmental reparations after cheating emissions tests. “Consumers deserve confidence in knowing that the vehicles they buy meet the environmental and safety standards promised by the automaker. Volkswagen lied to…

Dingell Seeks to Spur Innovation, Hosts Discussion with Local Innovation Leaders & Members of Congress

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Today, U.S. Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) convened a summit of regional leaders in business, manufacturing and academia to discuss policies that Congress should consider to support innovation across the country and ensure that the United States stays at the forefront of innovation and technology in the world.  Dingell was joined by U.S. Congressmen Mark Pocan (WI-02) and Mark…

Dingell, Barton, Lieu & Wilson Announce New Bipartisan Smart Transportation Caucus

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U.S. Representatives Debbie Dingell (D-MI), Joe Barton (R-TX), Ted Lieu (D-CA), and Joe Wilson (R-SC) today announced the formation of the bipartisan House Smart Transportation Caucus dedicated to advancing new innovation in connected and autonomous vehicles.  “The future of the auto industry is changing at a rapid pace, and we are committed to keeping the U.S. in the…

Dingell Reaffirms Commitment to Fair Trade, Fighting TPP in Meeting with United Steelworkers

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U.S. Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) released the following statement today after meeting with members of United Steelworkers District 2, which represents 235 Locals and more than 80,000 active and retired Steelworkers in Michigan and Wisconsin, to discuss the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) and its impact on American manufacturing and workers.  “The working men and women…

Dingell Applauds Ford, FCA Investments in Southeast Michigan

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U.S. Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) observed this afternoon that the significant investments announced today by Ford and FCA reinforce that Michigan is leading in the development of vehicle technologies worldwide. Ford will invest a total of $1.4 billion in its Livonia Transmission Plant, creating or retaining 500 hourly jobs. FCA will invest $74.7 million in its Trenton Engine…

Dingell Applauds Fords Plans to Transform Dearborn Facilities into High-Tech Campus

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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…

Dingell Statement on Ford Investment in Mexico

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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…

Dingell Statement on Fords Withdrawal from Japanese Auto Market

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Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) released the following statement after Ford Motor Company announced it would cease all operations in Japan, underscoring the need for meaningful protections against currency manipulation in the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) agreement to protect the American auto industry and its workers:   “Japan is the most closed auto market in the…

The Hill: Dems blame trade deal as Ford exits Japan

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Two congressional Democrats on Monday blamed Ford Motor Co.'s exit from Japan on the lack of currency manipulation provisions in a sweeping Asia-Pacific trade deal. Sen. Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio) and Rep. Debbie Dingell (D-Mich.), who are both opposed to the 12-nation Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) that includes Japan, said the agreement doesn't crack down on…

Dingell Joins President Obama at Detroit Auto Show

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Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) today joined President Obama for a tour of the 2016 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, where the President saw firsthand the remarkable progress made by the American auto industry. “Today, the President saw firsthand that the American auto industry is back, booming and stronger than ever,” said Dingell. “When…

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