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Dingell, Markey, Brownley Reintroduce Legislation to Strengthen Climate Education

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Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-06), Senator Ed Markey (D-Mass.) and Congresswoman Julia Brownley (CA-26) today reintroduced the Climate Change Education Act, which would establish a Climate Change Education Program within the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to provide grants and technical assistance to state and local education agencies, institutions of higher…

Dingell Applauds EPA Final PFAS Drinking Water Standard

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Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-06) released the following statement in support of the EPA’s action to establish the first-ever national drinking water standard for six per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).   “In Michigan we know all too well the urgent, growing public health and environmental threat PFAS poses. This national drinking water standard, which I have long fought…

Dingell, Tlaib, Carson Introduce Resolution Recognizing Eid al-Fitr

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Representatives Debbie Dingell (MI-06), Rashida Tlaib (MI-12), and André Carson (IN-07) this week introduced a resolution recognizing Eid al-Fitr, the observance of the conclusion of Ramadan, and offering solidarity and support to all Muslims for a reflective observance.   “As the holy month of Ramadan comes to a close, this is a time for us all to remember the importance of…

Dingell Urges Administration to Protect U.S. from Chinese Auto Exports

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Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-06) today led eight members of Congress in sending a letter to U.S. Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo and U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai urging them to take action to address the danger posed by the expansion of Chinese automotive exports threatening the vitality of the U.S. automotive sector.   “The influx of low-cost Chinese vehicles…

Dingell Update: 04.09.2024

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Dear Friend, We are back in Washington after two weeks at home with lots of getting around, listening, and talking to many people. I have to tell you, I am tired. I love being home, and I worked hard to get to every part of the district and to meet with as many stakeholders as possible. I had meetings with new mayors to understand their concerns, priorities, and the issues they thought…

Dingell, Van Hollen, Markey Join Administration in Announcing Funding Launch of the National Climate Bank Network, Providing $20 Billion to Spur Clean Energy Projects Nationwide

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Today, Representative Debbie Dingell (MI-06), along with U.S. Senators Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) and Ed Markey (D-Mass.) joined the Biden-Harris Administration in announcing the funding launch of the national climate bank network created through the lawmakers’ Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund. Today’s announcement of $20 billion from the National Clean Investment Fund and the Clean…

Dingell Hosts Roundtable to Highlight Impact and Importance of WIC Funding

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Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-06) hosted a roundtable conversation with Food Gatherers, state and county officials, WIC recipients, and others to discuss the importance and impact of the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) in Michigan and across the country.    WIC, which has consistently received bipartisan support, faced a $1…

Dingell Update: 03.29.2024

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Dear friend, The year is almost through its first quarter. Like many students, we are on a spring district work period, and I am working. Taxes are due by April 15, and mine are done, which always brings a feeling of peace and comfort. My mother turns 90 next week, and my siblings and I are planning celebrations with her family and friends. I am so looking forward to my brother,…

Dingell Statement on EPA Final Vehicle Emissions Standards

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Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-06) released the following statement on the EPA’s announcement of its final national pollution standards for passenger cars, light-duty trucks, and medium-duty vehicles for model years 2027 through 2032 and beyond.  "My priority will always be to protect American jobs and our environment, keep the United States at the forefront of automotive…

Dingell Announces $7.4 Million in NSF Grants for the University of Michigan

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Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-06) today announced that the University of Michigan at Ann Arbor will receive $7,469,137 in grant funding from the National Science Foundation (NSF) for projects including molecular and cellular bioscience, computing and communication foundations, behavioral and cognitive science, and more. $1,794,617 of this funding will be dedicated to atmospheric and…

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