WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. Kristen McDonald Rivet, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * As Congressional Budget Process Begins, Rep. McDonald Rivet Calls for a Budget That Helps Mid-Michigan's Working Families WASHINGTON-- Today, during a U.S. House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure budget markup, Congresswoman Kristen McDonald Rivet (MI-08) delivered her first official comments during the U.S. House budget process, laying out priorities centered around the needs   more

WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. Tom Barrett, R-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Barrett Introduces Legislation to Expand Veterans Access to Hearing Aid Specialists Washington, D.C. -- Congressman Tom Barrett (MI-07), Chairman of the House Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee on Technology Modernization, today introduced the Veterans Hearing Health Expansion Act to make it easier for veterans to access timely hearing aid services. "Veterans deserve timely, high-quality health care no ma  more

WASHINGTON, April 29 -- Rep. Ed Case, D-Hawaii, issued the following news release: * * * Case, Bresnahan, Jr. Introduce Small Business Measure To Expand Employee Stock Ownership Plans (Washington, DC) - U.S. Representative Ed Case (D-Hawai'i-01), along with U.S. Representative Robert Bresnahan, Jr. (R-Pennsylvania-08), today announced introduction of a bipartisan measure to assist small businesses to adopt Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs), which offer a tested solution to employment and  more

WASHINGTON, April 29 -- Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, chairman of the House Education and Workforce Committee, issued the following news release on April 28, 2025: * * * Chair Walberg Calls in Northwestern President for Transcribed Interview Request Follows Antisemitism on Campus After Passover Vandalism Today, Education and Workforce Committee Chairman Tim Walberg (R-MI) sent a letter to Northwestern University President, Michael Schill requesting a transcribed interview about steps being t  more

WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, chairman of the House Education and Workforce Committee, issued the following news release on April 29, 2025: * * * Chair Walberg Delivers Opening Statement at Markup of Student Success and Taxpayer Savings Plan Today, Education and Workforce Committee Chairman Tim Walberg (R-MI) delivered the following statement, as prepared for delivery, at a markup of bills to protect students, empower workers, and reduce red tape: "Today, we will cons  more

WASHINGTON, May 3 -- Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, chairman of the House Education and Workforce Committee, issued the following news release on May 1, 2025: * * * Chair Walberg's Statement on Trump Budget Today, Education and Workforce Committee Chairman Tim Walberg (R-MI) released the following statement on President Trump's FY2026 budget proposal: "The American people sent Republicans to Washington to lower costs and rein in wasteful government spending. The budget proposal President Trum  more

WASHINGTON, April 29 -- Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Chairman Walberg Praises President Trump's First 100 Days Today, Education and Workforce Committee Chairman Tim Walberg (R-MI) issued the following statement recognizing the Trump administration's accomplishments within its first 100 days: "The first 100 days of Trump's presidency were a whirlwind of wins for families, students, and the American workforce. Within a few short months, the Trump adm  more

WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, chairman of the House Education and Workforce Committee, issued the following news release on April 29, 2025: * * * Chairman Walberg Praises President Trump's First 100 Days Today, Education and Workforce Committee Chairman Tim Walberg (R-MI) issued the following statement recognizing the Trump administration's accomplishments within its first 100 days: "The first 100 days of Trump's presidency were a whirlwind of wins for families, stude  more

WASHINGTON, May 3 -- Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, chairman of the House Education and Workforce Committee, issued the following news release on May 2, 2025: * * * Chairman Walberg Statement on April Jobs Report Today, Education and Workforce Committee Chairman Tim Walberg (R-MI) released the following statement in response to the Department of Labor's April jobs report: "President Trump is initiating policies that lay the groundwork for America's great economic comeback. Following the retu  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, chairman of the House Education and Workforce Committee, issued the following news release on April 30, 2025: * * * REMINDER: College Presidents to Answer for Mishandling of Antisemitic, Violent Protests -- May 7th at 10:15 A.M. Cal Poly (San Luis Obispo), Haverford, DePaul will attend @EdWorkforceCmte's hearing Credentialed media planning to cover the hearing need to RSVP to Sara@mail.house.gov Wednesday, May 7, at 10:15 a.m., the Committe  more

WASHINGTON, April 28 -- Rep. Shri Thanedar, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Shri Thanedar Introduces Articles of Impeachment Against President Donald J. Trump for High Crimes and Misdemeanors Washington, DC \- Today, Congressman Shri Thanedar (MI-13) introduced articles of impeachment against Donald J. Trump, President of the United States, citing a sweeping abuse of power, flagrant violations of the Constitution, and acts of tyranny that undermine American de  more

WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Rep. Debbie Dingell, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Dingell, Fitzpatrick Lead Bipartisan Group of 44 Lawmakers in Urging EPA to Maintain CERCLA Designation for PFAS Representatives Debbie Dingell (D-MI) and Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) today led a bipartisan group of 44 House members in sending a letter to Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin urging the Agency to uphold the rule designating the two most dangerous PFAS -- PFOA  more

WASHINGTON, April 28 -- Rep. Debbie Dingell, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Dingell, Fitzpatrick, Wasserman Schultz Reintroduce Bipartisan Legislation to Increase Access to Breast Cancer Diagnostic Tests Today, Representatives Debbie Dingell (D-MI), Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-FL), and Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA), co-chairs of the House Cancer Caucus, reintroduced bipartisan legislation to make breast cancer diagnostic tests more affordable and accessible to women by elimin  more

WASHINGTON, April 29 -- Rep. Debbie Dingell, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Dingell, Jayapal, Sanders Introduce Medicare for All U.S. Representatives Debbie Dingell (MI-06) and Pramila Jayapal (WA-07), and U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders (I-VT) are today introducing the Medicare for All Act of 2025. "Every American has the right to health care, period. If you're sick, you should be able to go to the doctor without being worried about the cost of treatment or prescription m  more

WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, chairman of the House Education and Workforce Committee, issued the following news release on April 29, 2025: * * * @EdWorkforceCmte Passes Student Success and Taxpayer Savings Plan Today, the Education and Workforce Committee passed the Student Success and Taxpayer Savings Plan--a vital portion of Trump's big, beautiful bill to provide tax relief for American families and small businesses, rein in wasteful spending, and reduce the federal  more

WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Rep. John James, R-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * House Passes Rep. John James' Resolution to Overturn Biden's California Clean Trucks Rule, Protecting American Truckers and Consumers WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a resolution led by Representative John James (MI-10) utilizing the Congressional Review Act (CRA) to overturn the Biden Administration's approval of California's Advanced Clean Trucks rule. This Biden   more

WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * House Passes Walberg's FUTURE Networks Act This week, the House passed the Future Uses of Technology Upholding Reliable and Enhanced (FUTURE) Networks Act. Introduced by Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-05), Doris Matsui (D-CA), and Rick Allen (R-GA), the bipartisan bill would direct the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to establish a 6G Task Force comprised of industry, government, and public intere  more

WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. John James, R-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * John James Introduces Landmark App Store Accountability Act WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Representative John James (MI-10) introduced the App Store Accountability Act, a landmark bill designed to increase safeguards within app stores to empower parents and protect children. Rep. James had previously introduced the legislation in 2024. Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) is leading an identical companion bill in the Se  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Rep. Lisa McClain, R-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * McClain Introduces Legislation to Rein in Bureaucratic Overreach and Protect Americans' Retirement WASHINGTON-- Rep. Lisa McClain (R-Mich.) introduced the Employee Benefits Security Administration (EBSA) Act to increase accountability and transparency within the U.S. Department of Labor's EBSA investigations process. The legislation comes in response to growing concerns from organizations that have   more

WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. Lisa McClain, R-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * McClain Votes to End Radical Biden-Era EV Mandate Rule WASHINGTON - Today, Rep. Lisa McClain (R-Mich.) voted to reverse a harmful regulation created under the Biden administration's Environmental Protection Agency that granted California a waiver to ban the sale of gas-powered vehicles by 2035. "Americans deserve the right to choose the cars they want. The fact is, Biden has used liberal California   more

WASHINGTON, April 29 -- Rep. Lisa McClain, R-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * McClain's Statement on New Fighter Mission at Selfridge Air National Guard Base WASHINGTON - Today, Rep. Lisa McClain (R-Mich.) released the following statement after President Trump announced a Strategic Basing Decision to station a new F-15EX fighter mission at Selfridge Air National Guard Base: "Selfridge has untapped potential, and I have consistently advocated for new missions and resources   more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Rep. Lisa McClain, R-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * McClain's Statement on President Trump's FY 2026 Budget Request WASHINGTON - Rep. Lisa McClain (R-Mich.) released the following statement after President Trump unveiled his FY 2026 budget request: "House Republicans are excited to receive the President's funding request that roots out wasteful spending, delivers historic savings, and protects essential programs. We, along with 77 million Americans,   more

WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Rep. Lisa McClain, R-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * McClain, Garcia, Lummis, Gillibrand Introduce Bipartisan Bill to End Penny Production WASHINGTON - Today, Representatives Lisa McClain (R-Mich.) and Robert Garcia (D-Calif.), alongside Senators Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo.) and Kirsten Gillibrand (D-N.Y.), introduced bipartisan legislation to end the production of pennies. The legislation, the Common Cents Act, would eliminate wasteful government spend  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Rep. Kristen McDonald Rivet, D-Michigan, issued the following news release on May 1, 2025: * * * McDonald Rivet Statement on Voting to Repeal California's EV Mandate WASHINGTON-- Today, Congresswoman Kristen McDonald Rivet (MI-08) released the following statement after breaking with the majority of Democrats by voting to repeal the Environmental Protection Agency's waivers for California's vehicle emissions standards. "You should get to choose what kind of car is right f  more

WASHINGTON, April 29 -- Rep. John Moolenaar, R-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Moolenaar, Dingell Bill to Prevent TB Outbreaks Advanced by Committee Today, Congressman John Moolenaar and Congresswoman Debbie Dingell's (D-MI) bill, H.R. 1082 (link is external), the Shandra Eisenga Human Cell and Tissue Product Safety Act, was passed unanimously by the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. The bipartisan legislation, which first passed (link is external) the House of Repres  more

WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. Tom Barrett, R-Michigan, posted the following statement in the extensions of remarks section of the Congressional Record on April 30, 2025: * * * Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor a true legend in Michigan broadcasting, Sheri Jones, who is retiring after nearly 37 years as a trusted voice and compassionate presence on WLNS-TV 6 in Lansing. Since 1987, Sheri has been more than a news anchor--she's been a steady, reassuring presence in our homes. Her warm demeanor and  more

WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Rep. Gus Bilirakis, R-Florida, issued the following floor remarks on April 28, 2025 (In this document, the reference to Mr. Speaker refers to the presiding officer of the House at the time of the speech): * * * Mr. Speaker, I rise today in strong support of H.R. 2444, the Promoting Resilient Supply Chains Act of 2025, led by the gentleman from Michigan (Mr. James), my good friend and a very effective Member of Congress. I thank my colleagues, Representative James, Repr  more

WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Rep. Debbie Dingell, D-Michigan, issued the following floor remarks on April 28, 2025 (In this document, the reference to Mr. Speaker refers to the presiding officer of the House at the time of the speech): * * * Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of H.R. 906, the Foreign Adversary Communications Transparency Act. At the end of last year, we learned that Salt Typhoon, a cyber espionage operation backed by the Chinese Communist Party, infiltrated several American telecommuni  more

WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Rep. Debbie Dingell, D-Michigan, issued the following floor remarks on April 28, 2025 (In this document, the reference to Mr. Speaker refers to the presiding officer of the House at the time of the speech): * * * Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of H.R. 2449, the FUTURE Networks Act. This bipartisan legislation is an important step to protect Americans and our communication networks from threats posed by rapidly evolving next-generation technologies. It also ensures that  more

WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Rep. Debbie Dingell, D-Michigan, issued the following floor remarks on April 28, 2025 (In this document, the reference to Mr. Speaker refers to the presiding officer of the House at the time of the speech): * * * Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of H.R. 859, the Informing Consumers About Smart Devices Act. Mr. Speaker, the Internet of Things has ushered in a new age of convenience and efficiency for Americans. Smart thermostats save consumers money by tracking and report  more

WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Rep. Debbie Dingell, D-Michigan, issued the following floor remarks on April 28, 2025 (In this document, the reference to Mr. Speaker refers to the presiding officer of the House at the time of the speech): * * * Mr. Speaker, I rise in strong support of H.R. 2482, the National Telecommunications and Information Administration Reauthorization Act. Over the 4 years of the Biden administration, the National Telecommunications and Information Administration, or NTIA, did t  more

WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Rep. Debbie Dingell, D-Michigan, issued the following floor remarks on April 28, 2025 (In this document, the reference to Mr. Speaker refers to the presiding officer of the House at the time of the speech): * * * Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of H.R. 2444, the Promoting Resilient Supply Chains Act. I thank my co-leads of this bill, Representatives John James, Robin Kelly, and Erin Houchin. This bipartisan bill builds on the work we have done in recent years to   more

WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Rep. Debbie Dingell, D-Michigan, issued the following floor remarks on April 28, 2025 (In this document, the reference to Mr. Speaker refers to the presiding officer of the House at the time of the speech): * * * Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of H.R. 866, the Removing Our Unsecure Technologies to Ensure Reliability and Security Act, or the ROUTERS Act. This legislation is an important step to provide Americans with the confidence to trust that the devices they use in   more

WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Rep. Debbie Dingell, D-Michigan, issued the following floor remarks on April 28, 2025 (In this document, the reference to Mr. Speaker refers to the presiding officer of the House at the time of the speech): * * * Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of H.R. 2399, the Rural Broadband Protection Act. This legislation would direct the Federal Communications Commission to establish a process to more thoroughly vet internet service providers participating in the Universal Service   more

WASHINGTON, April 29 -- Rep. Debbie Dingell, D-Michigan, issued the following floor remarks on April 28, 2025 (In this document, the reference to Mr. Speaker refers to the presiding officer of the House at the time of the speech): * * * Mr. Speaker, I rise today as a strong and unwavering advocate for women, children, and survivors of abuse and in support of a bill that I helped lead, S. 146, the TAKE IT DOWN Act. The rise of deepfake pornography and nonconsensual intimate images is a growing  more

WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Rep. John James, R-Michigan, issued the following floor remarks on April 28, 2025 (In this document, the reference to Mr. Speaker refers to the presiding officer of the House at the time of the speech): * * * Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of my bill, H.R. 2444, the Promoting Resilient Supply Chains Act of 2025. I especially thank my chairman, friend, and mentor, the gentleman from Florida (Mr. Bilirakis), for his leadership and support. I also thank my good frie  more

WASHINGTON, April 28 -- Rep. John James, R-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. John James' Legislation to Repatriate and Fortify U.S. Supply Chains Passes House WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, the House of Representatives passed Congressman John James' (MI-10) Promoting Resilient Supply Chains Act. The bill is aimed at bolstering American supply chains, creating good-paying manufacturing jobs, and reducing costs for consumers across the nation. The Promoting Resilient Supply C  more

WASHINGTON, April 29 -- Rep. Kristen McDonald Rivet, D-Michigan, issued the following floor remarks on April 28, 2025 (In this document, the reference to Madam Speaker refers to the presiding officer of the House at the time of the speech): * * * Madam Speaker, I rise to draw your attention to mid-Michigan, where we will find the blueprint for how we should be investing in the next generation of American manufacturing. Transformative investments in high-tech manufacturing are not only creatin  more

WASHINGTON, April 29 -- Rep. Hillary Scholten, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Scholten Celebrates Talented Young Artists in the 2025 Congressional Art Competition GRAND RAPIDS, MI - U.S. Congresswoman Hillary Scholten (MI03) proudly recognized the extraordinary talent of high school artists from across Michigan's Third Congressional District at her annual Congressional Art Competition reception. "Each spring, I have the unique opportunity to recognize and showcase  more

WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. Hillary Scholten, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Scholten Honors Medal of Merit Students for Outstanding Community Leadership GRAND RAPIDS, MI - U.S. Congresswoman Hillary Scholten (MI03) honored a group of exceptional students from across West Michigan as recipients of the Medal of Merit Award at her third annual ceremony. The students were recognized not only for academic and extracurricular excellence, but for their outstanding commitmen  more

WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. Rashida Tlaib, D-Michigan, issued the following floor remarks on April 30, 2025 (In this document, the reference to Mr. Speaker refers to the presiding officer of the House at the time of the speech): * * * Mr. Speaker, here we go again. DTE wants another rate hike, 11 percent this time. Our families can't afford more power outages in Michigan that wipe out groceries, spoil medicine, and leave our neighbors without critical medical devices, all because DTE would rathe  more

WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. Rashida Tlaib, D-Michigan, posted the following statement in the extensions of remarks section of the Congressional Record on April 30, 2025: * * * Mr. Speaker, today, the 12th Congressional District recognizes the critical work of the LUCAS Foundation, and its upcoming 1,000-mile relay run to raise awareness about the tragic reality that suicide is the leading cause of death among law enforcement officers. Beginning its powerful six-state journey in Atlanta, Georgia  more

WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. Rashida Tlaib, D-Michigan, posted the following statement in the extensions of remarks section of the Congressional Record on April 30, 2025: * * * Mr. Speaker, today, the 12th Congressional District honors an exceptional leader within our community: Principal Markisha Stovall of Madison Carver Academy. Her unwavering dedication to her students, their families, and our community embodies the very essence of exemplary public service. Born and raised in Detroit, Princi  more

WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. Rashida Tlaib, D-Michigan, issued the following floor remarks on April 30, 2025 (In this document, the reference to Mr. Speaker refers to the presiding officer of the House at the time of the speech): * * * JUSTICE FOR VICTIMS OF AGENT ORANGE Mr. Speaker, Agent Orange exposure continues to negatively impact the lives of our veterans, Vietnamese people, Vietnamese Americans, and their children. As we mark 50 years after the United States' withdrawal from Vietnam, it   more

WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. Rashida Tlaib, D-Michigan, issued the following floor remarks on April 30, 2025 (In this document, the reference to Mr. Speaker refers to the presiding officer of the House at the time of the speech): * * * Mr. Speaker, it is hard to believe that it has only been 13 weeks. President Trump's first 100 days in office have eroded constitutional rights, illegally and lawlessly dismantled Federal agencies, and consolidated power into the hands of the billionaire class. I l  more

WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. Hillary Scholten, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Reps. Scholten, Barrett Introduce Bipartisan TRANSPORT Jobs Act to Connect Veterans with Supply Chain Careers WASHINGTON, DC - This week, U.S. Congresswoman Hillary Scholten (MI03) and U.S. Congressman Tom Barrett (MI07) introduced the Transitioning Retiring And New Service Members to Port, Ocean, Rail, and Truck (TRANSPORT) Jobs Act. This bipartisan legislation aims to strengthen both veteran emp  more

WASHINGTON, April 29 -- Rep. Rashida Tlaib, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Tlaib Marks 50th Anniversary of End of Vietnam War with Legislative Package to Bring Justice for Victims of Agent Orange WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Today, Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib (MI-12) introduced the Victims of Agent Orange Act and the Agent Orange Relief Act for the 50th anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War, a legislative package to address the ongoing harms and legacy of the United States' s  more

WASHINGTON, April 24 -- Rep. Rashida Tlaib, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Tlaib, Dingell Introduce Resolution Recognizing Arab American Heritage Month DETROIT -- Today, Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib (MI-12) and Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-06) re-introduced a resolution recognizing April as Arab American Heritage Month to honor the history, culture, and contributions of Arab Americans to the United States. "Arab Americans have made invaluable contributions to our nat  more

WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Rep. John Moolenaar, R-Michigan, chairman of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the U.S. and the Chinese Communist Party, issued the following news release: * * * Trump's Tariffs Opened the Door. Now Congress Must End China's Trade Privileges. Washington, D.C. - As the Trump Administration marks its "First 100 Days" milestone with a renewed focus on U.S.-China trade policy, House Select Committee on China Chairman John Moolenaar is urging C  more

WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. Ayanna Pressley, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news: * * * VIDEO: Pressley Shares Powerful Story of Family from Republican District at Risk from Proposed Medicaid Cuts Mary from Michigan: "I'm a hospice nurse who works four days a week. My son, Michael, was diagnosed with autism when he was two years old... These politicians don't care about people like my son. They would rather that people like my son would just die. They don't think that he contributes to s  more

WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Walberg Leads Bipartisan, Bicameral Bill to Improve Health Care Access for Federal Workers Today, Congressman Tim Walberg (R-MI) and Congressman Joe Courtney (D-CT) introduced the Improving Access to Workers' Compensation for Injured Federal Workers Act. This bipartisan bill would amend the Federal Employees Compensation Act to allow injured workers to receive treatment for work-related injuries from s  more