Here is an update for July 22nd. Thought of the day: “Get in good trouble, necessary trouble, and help redeem the soul of America.” – Congressman John Lewis On Tuesday, Michigan reported 573 new cases of COVID-19. Cases are continuing to rise, especially among young people. This is the 11th time in July that new cases in Michigan have surpassed 500. Nationally, our country added over 65,000 new ca... Read more »
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) and the House of Representatives passed legislation to repeal the President’s existing executive order blocking travel from majority Muslim countries and prevent another baseless, discriminatory travel ban from happening again. Video of Dingell on the House floor is available here. “National security experts have been clear that the Musli... Read more »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) voted for the passage of the Great American Outdoors Act, one of Congress’ most significant investments in environmental conservation in a generation. This landmark legislation will provide permanent, full funding of $900 million annually for the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) and establish the National Parks and Public Land Le... Read more »
Here is an update for July 21st. Thought of the day: “The world is moved along, not only by the mighty shoves of its heroes, but also by the aggregate of tiny pushes of each honest worker.” ― Helen Keller Yesterday, Michigan reported 489 new COVID-19 cases and 7 deaths. The daily number in the state and the entire country is continuing to climb with a nationwide increase of 55,896 new cases. This ... Read more »
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) issued the following statement on why she opposed the FY 2021 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) because among other issues it fails to include House-passed provisions by Dingell to address PFAS contamination: “PFAS is a clear and present threat to Michigan and clean water. PFAS contamination is poisoning servicemembers, their fami... Read more »
Here is an update for July 20th. Thought of the day: “When you see something that is not right, not fair, not just, you have to speak up. You have to say something; you have to do something” – John Lewis This weekend, our nation lost a fighter and I have lost a friend. John Lewis was America’s friend. He had the courage of a lion, the passion of a cougar, the wisdom of Solomon, and the heart of a... Read more »
DEARBORN, MI – Today, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) announced eight hospitals in Michigan’s 12th Congressional District received nearly $29.5 million in relief funding from the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Starting this week, HHS will distribute $10 billion in relief nationwide to hospitals in areas highly impacted by COVID-19 cases. “Hospitals are the frontlines and a k... Read more »
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) released the following statement on the passing of Congressman John Lewis: “I have lost a friend and our country lost a fighter. John Lewis was America’s friend. He had the courage of a lion, the passion of a cougar, the wisdom of Solomon, and the heart of a lamb. A close friend of both John Dingell and I, John Lewis inspired everyone he ... Read more »
WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) released the following statement after her PFAS amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) was not made in order for floor consideration by the House Rules Committee: “For the life of me I cannot understand why we cannot set a safe drinking water standard for PFAS or require the cleanup of contaminated sites. Haven’t we l... Read more »
Here is an update for July 17th. Thought of the day: “If you want to make good use of your time, you’ve got to know what’s most important and then give it all you’ve got.” - Lee Iacocca These past two days were full of discussing really important topics. And these next three weeks are going to be even more critical as Congress comes back into session. Restaurants – especially locally owned, indepe... Read more »
