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U.S. Congressional Tipoffs Involving Michigan Newsletter for Sunday May 09, 2021 ( 27 items )  

House Appropriations Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Rep. Moolenaar
WASHINGTON, May 4 -- The House Appropriations Subcommittee on Energy and Water Development, and Related Agencies issued the following testimony by Rep. John Moolenaar, D-Michigan, as part of a virtual member's day hearing on U.S. Army Corps of Engineers projects: * * * Thank you for the opportunity to speak with you this morning about the importance of the Army Corps of Engineers and the vital work it does for Michigan and the Great Lakes. The president's budget proposes an annual budget cut   more

House Education and Labor Subcommittee Sets May 6 Hearing on Impact of COVID-19 on Students With Disabilities
WASHINGTON, May 5 -- The House Education and Labor Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education issued the following information for a virtual hearing entitled: "Addressing the Impact of COVID-19 on Students with Disabilities" at 2:30 p.m. on May 6, 2021: Witnesses * Mr. Ronald M. Hager, Managing Attorney, National Disability Rights Network, Washington, D.C. * Ms. Kanika A. Littleton, Project Director, Michigan Alliance for Families, Lansing, MI * Mr. Reade Bush, Arli  more

House Education Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Michigan Alliance for Families Director Littleton
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The House Education and Labor Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary and Secondary Education issued the following testimony by Kanika Littleton, Director of Michigan Alliance for Families, as part of a virtual hearing entitled "Addressing the Impact of COVID-19 on Students With Disabilities" on May 6, 2021: * * * My name is Kanika Littleton, and I am the parent of three children, ages 16, 14, and 5, with various disabilities, as well as the Director of Michigan's fede  more

Rep. Dingell Applauds Biden-Harris Administration's Leadership on Supporting Older Americans
WASHINGTON, May 5 -- Rep. Debbie Dingell, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) applauded the Biden-Harris Administration's release of $1.4 billion in funding for Older Americans Act programs as part of the American Rescue Plan. "This pandemic has shone a light on the cracks in our long-term care system - disproportionately impacting our seniors and the services they rely on to age with dignity," said Rep. Dingell. "This funding from the American R  more

Rep. Dingell: 5G Caucus Co-Chairs Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Promote America's Wireless Leadership
WASHINGTON, May 5 -- Rep. Debbie Dingell, D-Michigan, issued the following news release on May 4, 2021: U.S. Representatives Debbie Dingell (D-MI), Tim Walberg (R-MI), Bill Johnson (R-OH), and Annie Kuster (D-NH) introduced the Promoting United States Wireless Leadership Act of 2021, a bipartisan bill to enhance America's leadership in the development of wireless standards. The lawmakers all serve as co-chairs of the Congressional 5G Caucus. The legislation reflects the need for a unified appro  more

Rep. Huizenga Statement on Michigan Enacting Legislation to Reimburse National Guard Members Deployed to the U.S. Capitol
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Rep. Bill Huizenga, R-Michigan, issued the following news release on May 7, 2021: Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) released the following statement after HB 4019 was signed into law to help reimburse the Michigan Guard for having to pay for their own meals while deployed to the U.S. Capitol. "Members of the Michigan National Guard answered the call to serve," said Congressman Bill Huizenga. "I applaud State Representative Albert and the Michigan Legislature for acting in  more

Rep. Kildee Announces $754,000 Federal Grant for Saginaw Mentorship Program
FLINT, Michigan, May 5 -- Rep. Daniel Kildee, D-Michigan, issued the following news release on May 4, 2021: Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-05), Chief Deputy Whip of the House Democratic Caucus, today announced a $754,000 federal grant to the Saginaw County Commission on Aging to support 58 AmeriCorps Foster Grandparent volunteers to serve as mentors, provide tutoring in literacy and math and support students with special needs. The funds were awarded to the Saginaw County Commission on Aging throu  more

Rep. Kildee Submits $20 Million in Member Designated Projects to Rebuild Roads, Bridges Across Mid-Michigan
FLINT, Michigan, May 4 -- Rep. Daniel Kildee, D-Michigan, issued the following news release on May 3, 2021: Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-05), Chief Deputy Whip of the House Democratic Caucus, today announced that he has submitted $20 million in local projects to be included in upcoming surface transportation reauthorization legislation being advanced by Congress. These local transportation and infrastructure projects would be federally funded through the House Committee on Transportation and Inf  more

Rep. Lee Joins Colleagues in Calling for Global Vaccine Access & Swift Waiver Approval
WASHINGTON, May 5 -- Rep. Barbara Lee, D-California, issued the following joint statement with Reps. Jan Schakowsky, D-Illinois, Lloyd Doggett, D-Texas, Rosa DeLauro, D-Connecticut, Earl Blumenauer, D-Oregon, Jesus Garcia, D- Illinois, Adriano Espaillat, D-New York and Andy Levin, D-Michigan: * * * Congresswoman Barbara Lee, Chair of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on State and Foreign Operations released a joint statement alongside Representatives Jan Schakowsky (D-IL), Lloyd Doggett (D  more

Rep. Lee: Members of Congress Who Led Push for TRIPS Waiver Applaud President Biden Administration Announcement
WASHINGTON, May 6 -- Rep. Barbara Lee, D-California, issued the following joint statement with Reps. Jan Schakowsky, D-Illinois, Lloyd Doggett, D-Texas, Rosa DeLauro, D-Connecticut, Earl Blumenauer, D-Oregon, Angie Craig, D-Minnesota, Jesus "Chuy" Garcia, D-Illinois, Adriano Espaillat, D-New York, and Andy Levin, D-Michigan, on May 5, 2021: * * * After leading more than half of their Democratic colleagues in pushing for a WTO TRIPS waiver for COVID-19 vaccines, U.S. Representatives Barbara Lee  more

Rep. Levin to Treasury: Provide Deference and Flexibility for Local Leaders to Determine Best Uses for American Rescue Plan Funds
WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Rep. Andy Levin, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: Congressman Andy Levin (D-MI), a member of the House Education & Labor Committee, sent a letter to Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen urging the Treasury Department to pursue guidance, implementation and auditing policies that show deference and flexibility to local leaders as they utilize American Rescue Plan (ARP) funds. Rep. Levin asked Secretary Yellen to distribute funds in a manner that allows municipalities  more

Rep. Levin, Ocasio-Cortez Unveil Key Legislation to Enact President Biden's Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Goal
WASHINGTON, May 6 -- Rep. Andy Levin, D-Michigan, issued the following news release on May 5, 2021: Congressman Andy Levin (MI-09) and Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (NY-14) today unveiled their updated Electric Vehicle (EV) Freedom Act, which will create good-paying, union jobs nationwide, electrify America's highway system and take necessary and profound steps to combat climate change. You can watch a press conference here: https://www.facebook.com/1277474472394350/videos/46519593478  more

Rep. McClain Announces Winners of the Congressional Art Competition
WASHINGTON, May 3 -- Rep. Lisa McClain, R-Michigan, issued the following news release: Congresswoman Lisa McClain (R-MI) announced the winner of the 2021 Congressional Art Competition. Kyra Purett from L'anse Creuse High School won the 2021 Congressional Art Competition with her painting "School Uniform". "Our young artists in Michigan's 10th Congressional District submitted fantastic artwork, that showcased how talented our students are," said Rep. McClain. "Congratulations, Kyra! I look for  more

Rep. McClain Introduces Legislation to Protect Americans' Data From the Chinese Communist Party
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Rep. Lisa McClain, R-Michigan, issued the following news release on May 7, 2021: Congresswoman Lisa McClain (R-MI) introduced the Anti-CCP Espionage Via Social Media Act of 2021. This legislation aims to protect Americans' data from the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). Reps. Yvette Herrell (R-NM), Kat Cammack (R-FL), Lance Gooden (R-TX), Joe Wilson (R-SC), Ralph Norman (R-SC), Jeff Van Drew (R-NJ), Jim Banks (R-IN) and Greg Steube (R-FL) cosponsored the legislation. "TikTok  more

Rep. McClain Leads Bipartisan Letter Urging the U.S. Air Force to Select Selfridge to House Singapore F-35s
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Rep. Lisa McClain, R-Michigan, issued the following news release on May 7, 2021: Congresswoman Lisa McClain (R-MI) led a letter to Acting Secretary of the Air Force John Roth urging him to select Selfridge Air National Guard Base (SNGB) as the basing and training location for the Singapore F-35 Lightning II combat aircraft. Reps. Andy Levin (D-MI), Fred Upton (R-MI), Jack Bergman (R-MI), Tim Walberg (R-MI), Peter Meijer (R-MI), Debbie Dingell (D-MI), Bill Huizenga (R-MI),   more

Rep. Meijer Introduces VA Medicinal Cannabis Research Act
WASHINGTON, May 5 -- Rep. Peter Meijer, R-Michigan, issued the following news release: U.S. Representative Peter Meijer (R-MI) joined his colleague Representative Lou Correa (D-CA) in reintroducing bipartisan, bicameral legislation directing the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to perform clinical research on the safety and efficacy of medical cannabis in treating veterans' post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and chronic pain. The companion bill was introduced by Senate Veterans Affairs Co  more

Rep. Moolenaar: President Biden's Policies Keep Americans Out of Work
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Rep. John Moolenaar, R-Michigan, issued the following news release on May 7, 2021: The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released the latest monthly jobs report, showing an increase of 266,000 jobs, but falling short of the 1,000,000 jobs economists were expecting to be created during the month of April. The national unemployment rate increased to 6.1 percent. The weak numbers come in the first full month since President Joe Biden signed legislation that pays Americans an ex  more

Rep. Slotkin to Advocate for Federal Funding of Local Community and Infrastructure Projects
WASHINGTON, April 29 -- Rep. Elissa Slotkin, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: Today U.S. Representative Elissa Slotkin (MI-08) announced 20 projects in Michigan's 8th District that she will be advocating to receive direct federal funding from Congress through the annual spending bill Congress passes every year. "Each of these 20 projects would significantly benefit communities across the 8th District - whether it's helping our first responders improve public safety, upgrading wat  more

Rep. Upton Announces 2021 Art Competition Winner
WASHINGTON, May 6 -- Rep. Fred Upton, R-Michigan, issued the following news release on May 5, 2021: U.S. Rep. Fred Upton, R-St. Joseph, today announced that Hayden Siebers, a senior at Portage Central High School, is the winner of this year's Congressional Art Competition for Michigan's Sixth Congressional District. His art, composed on ink pen, is titled Sunset in Playa del Carmen, and will hang in the U.S. Capitol for one year. "Hayden's art demonstrates his exceptional talent, and despite r  more

Rep. Upton Issues Remarks on Electric Vehicle Mandates in CLEAN Future Act
WASHINGTON, May 6 -- Rep. Fred Upton, R-Michigan, ranking member of the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Energy, issued the following opening remarks on May 5, 2021, at a hearing on electric vehicles mandates in the CLEAN Future Act: * * * Excerpts and highlights from his prepared remarks: AMERICA ISN'T READY TO COMPLETELY SWITCH TO ELECTRIC VEHICLES "The CLEAN Future Act contains billions of dollars in subsidies and mandates in an attempt to push electric vehicles on the American p  more

Rep. Walberg: 5G Caucus Co-Chairs Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Promote America's Wireless Leadership
WASHINGTON, May 5 -- Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, issued the following news release on May 4, 2021: U.S. Representatives Tim Walberg (R-MI), Debbie Dingell (D-MI), Bill Johnson (R-OH), and Annie Kuster (D-NH) introduced the Promoting United States Wireless Leadership Act of 2021, a bipartisan bill to enhance America's leadership in the development of wireless standards. The lawmakers all serve as co-chairs of the Congressional 5G Caucus. The legislation reflects the need for a unified approach  more

Reps. Bergman, Sablan Lead 80 Members of Congress, 25 Organizations in Call for Funding to Help Veterans With Gulf War Illness
WASHINGTON, May 4 -- Rep. Jack Bergman, R-Michigan, issued the following news release: 80 Members of Congress called for funding to help Veterans with Gulf War Illness. Led by Representatives Jack Bergman (R-MI) and Gregorio Kilili Camacho Sablan (D-MP), the bipartisan effort in support of a treatment research program targeted at "improved health and lives of Veterans who have Gulf War Illness" comes in the midst of a series of Congressional hearings on military toxic exposures. In a joint let  more

Reps. Meijer and Calhoun County Sheriff Discuss Impact of Border Crisis on West Michigan, Sheriff Decries Lack of Funding for Local Law Enforcement to Manage Unaccompanied Migrant Children
WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Rep. Peter Meijer, R-Michigan, issued the following Q&A with Hinkley on May 6, 2021: U.S. Representative Peter Meijer (R-MI), Ranking Member of the House Homeland Security Committee Subcommittee on Oversight, Management, and Accountability, today asked questions of Calhoun County Sheriff Steve Hinkley regarding the ongoing border crisis' impact on West Michigan. Their exchange was specifically related to the 100 unaccompanied migrant children housed at Starr Commonwealth in  more

Reps. Meijer, Crow Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Streamline VA Hiring Process
WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Rep. Peter Meijer, R-Michigan, issued the following news release on May 7, 2021: U.S. Representatives Peter Meijer (R-MI) and Jason Crow (D-CO), both veterans, today introduced bipartisan legislation to address the severe staffing shortages within the VA by expediting the hiring process for medical professionals. The Veterans Improved Access to Care Act would establish a pilot program to expedite the onboarding of licensed medical professionals at understaffed VA facilities  more

Reps. Slotkin, Upton, McClain, Sens. Peters Stabenow, Reintroduce Bipartisan, Bicameral Legislation to Hold Universities Accountable for Sexual Abuse
WASHINGTON, May 4 -- Rep. Elissa Slotkin, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: U.S. Representative Elissa Slotkin (MI-08) joined U.S. Senators Gary Peters (MI) and Debbie Stabenow (MI) and U.S. Representatives Fred Upton (MI-06) and Lisa McClain (MI-10) in reintroducing bipartisan legislation to hold universities that receive federal funding accountable for sexual abuse cases that threaten the safety of their students. The Accountability of Leaders in Education to Report Title IX Inve  more

Sen. Peters Visits COVID-19 Vaccination Sites Across Michigan, Urges Michiganders 16 and Older to Get Vaccinated
DETROIT, Michigan, May 8 -- Sen. Gary Peters, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: U.S. Senator Gary Peters (MI) this week visited multiple vaccination sites across Michigan to thank local health care workers and volunteers leading operations at each site and urge all Michiganders 16 and older to get a COVID-19 vaccine. On Monday, Peters toured the West Michigan Vaccine Clinic in Grand Rapids. On Wednesday, he visited the mass vaccination site at the Hagerty Center in Traverse City.   more

Sens. Stabenow, Boozman Announce Committee Vote on Deputy Agriculture Secretary Nominee Bronaugh
WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Sen. Debbie Stabenow, D-Michigan, chairwoman of the Senate Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry Committee, issued the following news release: U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow (D-Mich.), Chairwoman of the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, and John Boozman (R-Ark.), Ranking Member, today announced that the Committee will hold a business meeting to vote on the nomination of Dr. Jewel H. Bronaugh, of Virginia, to be Deputy Secretary of Agriculture. Dat  more