LIVONIA, Michigan, Oct. 25 -- The House Science, Space and Technology subcommittee on Research and Technology issued the following statement by Chairwoman Haley Stevens, D-Michigan, at a field hearing entitled "Smart Mobility: It's a Community Issue": "Good morning. It is truly significant to be gathered here today in Livonia, Michigan. I'm delighted to host today's hearing and extend the warmest welcome and thank you to my esteemed colleagues, Congressman Bill Foster of Illinois and Congressma  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- Rep. Haley Stevens, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: Today, the U.S. House of Representatives unanimously passed H.Res.552, Congresswoman Haley Stevens' bipartisan, bicameral resolution calling on the Russian Federation to provide evidence or wrongdoing or else release United States citizen and resident of Michigan's 11th District Paul Whelan. Paul Whelan was detained last December in Russia while visiting the country for a friend's wedding. In addition to   more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, issued the following news release: Today, the U.S. House of Representatives unanimously passed H.Res. 552, a bipartisan resolution calling on the Russian government to release Michigan native Paul Whelan, who has been detained for ten months without evidence presented. Representative Tim Walberg (MI-07) is an original co-sponsor of the resolution, which was introduced by Rep. Haley Stevens (MI-11). Click here to watch Walberg's remarks on the  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 23 -- The House Small Business Committee issued the following testimony by RecoveryPark Founder and CEO Gary Wozniak at a hearing entitled "Prison to Proprietorship: Entrepreneurship Opportunities for the Formerly Incarcerated": "Good afternoon. My name is Gary Wozniak and I am the Founder and CEO of RecoveryPark, a social enterprise in Detroit, Michigan. Thank you for the opportunity to testify in front of the honorable members of the US House Committee on Small Business. My t  more

LIVONIA, Michigan, Oct. 25 -- The House Science, Space and Technology subcommittee on Research and Technology issued the following testimony by Raj Rajkumar, professor of electrical and computer engineering at Carnegie Mellon University, at a field hearing entitled "Smart Mobility: It's a Community Issue": "My name is Raj Rajkumar. I am from Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania where I am the George Westinghouse Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering, director of the  more

LIVONIA, Michigan, Oct. 25 -- The House Science, Space and Technology subcommittee on Research and Technology issued the following testimony by Oakland County Executive David Coulter at a field hearing entitled "Smart Mobility: It's a Community Issue": "I am honored to be here and grateful to Congresswoman Stevens and her congressional colleagues for the invitation to testify today about Smart Mobility technology. "My name is David Coulter. I am the county executive for Oakland County, Michiga  more

LIVONIA, Michigan, Oct. 25 -- The House Science, Space and Technology subcommittee on Research and Technology issued the following testimony by Mark Dowd, executive director of Smart Cities Lab, at a field hearing entitled "Smart Mobility: It's a Community Issue": "My name is Mark Dowd and I am the Executive Director of Smart Cities Lab and a Visiting Scholar at University of California Berkeley. My testimony will focus on how small towns and suburban communities can begin the journey of provid  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 23 -- Rep. Bill Huizenga, R-Michigan, issued the following news release: Today, when asked by Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02), Facebook Co-founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg testified before Congress that if the Libra Association did not get U.S. regulatory approval before launching Libra, Facebook would be forced to leave the association. This exchange solidifies that Libra must get approval from U.S. regulators before its launch. The video and transcript of Congressman Huizeng  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- Rep. Debbie Dingell, D-Michigan, issued the following speech, which was published in the Congressional Record on Oct. 18, recognizing the career of Jim Hoecker, ex-chairman of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission: I rise today to recognize Jim Hoecker, someone who has been the voice of the electric transmission industry and a dedicated public servant at the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. Mr. Hoecker has announced his retirement from his current role as Executiv  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 24 -- Rep. Debbie Dingell, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: Today, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) sent a letter to Google and Amazon demanding answers on how German cybersecurity company Security Research Labs was able to create apps that passed through both Google and Amazon's security vetting process for apps designed for smart speakers with background listening capabilities. While the apps designed by the German company were created for research purposes  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- Rep. Debbie Dingell, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: Today, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell led a letter with 68 other bipartisan Members of Congress to Conference Committee members for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2020 National Defense Authorization Act urging them to include strong cleanup provisions that will safeguard the public and our environment from harmful per- and polyfluoroalkyl (PFAS) chemical contamination. Signers of the letter make clear they could not   more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 23 -- Rep. Debbie Dingell, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: Today, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) and House Democrats passed the SHIELD Act, legislation that will protect U.S. elections from foreign interference and attacks. This bill will close loopholes that allow foreign spending in our elections, boost disclosure and transparency requirements and create a duty to report illicit offers of campaign assistance from foreign nations or governments. Passage o  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 23 -- Rep. Debbie Dingell, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: Today, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) and Congressman Don Young (R-AK) introduced legislation to reauthorize the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, the nation's largest conservation grant maker, through fiscal year 2024. As a Congressionally-chartered corporation, NFWF supplements federal conservation efforts through public-private partnerships and competitive grant programs for innovative and pr  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 23 -- Rep. Debbie Dingell, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: Today, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) sent a letter to United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Sonny Perdue in strong opposition to the agency's proposal to limit access to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) for vulnerable populations, veterans, and low-income individuals. A copy of the letter can be found linked here (https://debbiedingell.house.gov/UploadedFile  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- Rep. Bill Huizenga, R-Michigan, issued the following news release: Last night, Congressman Bill Huizenga congratulated Lakewood Elementary School in Holland, Eagle Crest Charter Academy in Holland, and Peach Plains Elementary School in Grand Haven for being recognized by the Department of Education as National Blue Ribbon Schools. Below is the video of Congressman Huizenga speaking on the House floor, as well as the text of his remarks. Congressman Bill Huizenga: I rise  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 21 -- Rep. Bill Huizenga, R-Michigan, issued the following news release: On Friday, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) sent a letter, with 16 of his Republican colleagues, to Secretary of State Mike Pompeo regarding the need for the United States to continue to open its doors to refugees displaced by conflict and facing religious persecution. The letter is in response to the Trump Administration recently announcing its plan to reduce the number of refugees admitted to the United  more

LIVONIA, Michigan, Oct. 25 -- The House Science, Space and Technology subcommittee on Research and Technology issued the following testimony by full committee Chairwoman Eddie Bernice Johnson, D-Texas, at a field hearing entitled "Smart Mobility: It's a Community Issue": "As a longtime Member of both the Science, Space, and Technology Committee and the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, I have great interest in how technologies are being developed and deployed to improve mobility, mit  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- Rep. Daniel Kildee, D-Michigan, issued the following statement after the death of ex-Michigan Gov. William Milliken: "The state of Michigan has lost a statesman. Governor Milliken lived a life of service as a World War II veteran, an elected official, and our state's longest-serving Governor. Compromise was never a dirty word for Governor Milliken. He was a kind soul and served our state with conviction, compassion and a sense of civility. Governor Milliken exemplified a  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- Rep. Daniel Kildee, D-Michigan, chief deputy whip of the House Democratic Caucus, issued the following statement on the visit of Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Andrew Wheeler to Michigan: "While Administrator Wheeler is in Michigan claiming to support the Great Lakes, let's remember the Trump Administration's terrible record when it comes to protecting clean water and our environment. "President Trump's own budget nearly eliminated the Great Lakes Restora  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- Rep. Daniel Kildee, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * - Bipartisan Group of Members Say National Defense Bill Must Include Meaningful PFAS Provisions to Earn Their Support * * * Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-05), Chief Deputy Whip of the House Democratic Caucus, today led a letter--along with 68 other Republicans and Democrats in Congress--to the members of the conference committee currently negotiating the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), urg  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 23 -- Rep. Andy Levin, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: The amendment to the SHIELD Act would prohibit foreign nationals from funneling money through shell companies to engage in American political activity. The House of Representatives today passed a provision authored by Reps. Andy Levin (D-MI-09) and Michael McCaul (R-TX-10) that would impose criminal penalties on those who use or help set up shell companies to hide political activity by foreign nationals. Rep  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- Rep. Andy Levin, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: An amendment authored by Congressman Andy Levin (D-MI) to improve government agencies' ability to fight financial crimes passed the House of Representatives today. The amendment, which was included as part of the Corporate Transparency Act, will help prevent bad actors from abusing anonymous shell companies to thwart law enforcement investigations and hide their illicit activities. "This simple amendment wil  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 24 -- Rep. Paul Mitchell, R-Michigan, issued the following news release: Representatives Paul Mitchell, Raja Krishnamoorthi, and Josh Harder announced today that more than 100 Members of Congress have now cosponsored the bipartisan College Transparency Act (H.R. 1766). Today's announcement demonstrates the overwhelming support for this legislation as member in both chambers continue their work to reform and reauthorize the Higher Education Act. "I'm thrilled to see bipartisan,  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 24 -- Rep. Elissa Slotkin, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * - SHIELD Act passes House of Representatives, includes Slotkin's bills to make it illegal for foreign entities to purchase campaign ads, require candidates to report foreign offers of information or donations * * * Two of U.S. Rep. Elissa Slotkin's (MI-08) bills to prevent foreign interference in the U.S. political process passed as part of the SHIELD (Stopping Harmful Interference in Elections f  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 24 -- Rep. Elissa Slotkin, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * - STABLE Act is Slotkin's second bipartisan bill introduced in coordination with 8th district autism and disability advocacy community * * * U.S. Rep. Elissa Slotkin (MI-08) and U.S. Rep. Mike Kelly (PA-16) today introduced the STABLE (Saving To Achieve a Better Life Experience) Act, a bill that would allow employers to make matching contributions to an employee's ABLE savings account, making it   more

LIVONIA, Michigan, Oct. 25 -- Rep. Haley Stevens, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: Today, House Science Research and Technology Subcommittee Chairwoman Haley Stevens (MI-11) held a bipartisan field hearing in Livonia, Michigan, to explore the use of smart technology to improve the ability of small towns and suburban communities to provide safe and efficient mobility options. Chairwoman Stevens' subcommittee heard from experts from Michigan and across the nation on best practices f  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- Rep. Fred Upton, R-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * - Panel of three judges set to select winning App submission * * * U.S. Rep. Fred Upton, R-St. Joseph, announced today the three judges who will participate in the Sixth District's Congressional App Challenge (CAC). This panel of judges will select the winning app, and the winner will be eligible to have their apps featured in a U.S. Capitol exhibit, on the U.S. House of Representatives' website, and  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 23 -- Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, ranking Republican member of the House Education and Labor subcommittee on Health, Employment, Labor and Pensions, issued the following opening statement at a hearing on worker protections in the modern economy: "Today, we are here to discuss the future of work. With the ever-evolving economic landscape, it is an important issue for us to consider. Yet I find it ironic given Committee Democrats recently passed radical legislation that would t  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 23 -- Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, issued the following news release: Congressman Tim Walberg today released a public service announcement informing residents of Michigan's 7th District of an opportunity to participate in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, October 26. This service provides a safe and secure means for citizens to dispose of unused and expired medication, as an alternative to other potentially hazardous ways of disposing of prescription drugs.  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- Rep. Greg Walden, R-Oregon, ranking Republican member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, issued the following joint statement with Reps. John Shimkus, R-Illinois, ranking Republican member of the Subcommittee on Environment and Climate Change, and Fred Upton, R-Michigan, ranking Republican member of the Subcommittee on Energy, on the Government Accountability Office report detailing recommendations to improve cleanup efforts at the Energy Department: "Bolstering   more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 23 -- Sen. Gary Peters, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: U.S. Senator Gary Peters (MI) introduced legislation to honor the life and legacy of Detroit native Judge Damon Keith by posthumously awarding him the Congressional Gold Medal. Judge Keith, who passed away on April 28th, 2019, overcame institutional barriers throughout the course of his over 50 year career to become an instrumental figure on the federal bench. The Congressional Gold Medal is the highest civi  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- Sen. Gary Peters, D-Michigan, issued the following statement on the ratification of a labor contract agreement between the United Auto Workers and General Motors: "Michigan autoworkers and their families sacrificed a lot over the past 40 days. "I was proud to stand with these workers and join them at the picket lines as they fought for better wages and benefits."  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- Sen. Gary Peters, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * - Amendment Would Increase Funding for Great Lakes Clean-Up Program to $320 Million * * * U.S. Senator Gary Peters (MI) today announced that he will file an amendment to a government funding bill to increase funding for the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative (GLRI). The amendment, which will be filed to appropriations legislation the Senate is set to consider this week, would increase GLRI funding f  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 23 -- Sen. Gary Peters, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * - Bipartisan, Bicameral Group of Lawmakers Mark School Bus Safety Week by Highlighting Efforts to Prevent Illegal Passing * * * U.S. Senators Gary Peters (D-MI) and Todd Young (R-IN) and U.S. Representatives Jackie Walorski (IN-02) and Julia Brownley (CA-26) attended a school bus safety technology showcase hosted by the National School Transportation Association (NSTA) to highlight their legislation  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- Sen. Gary Peters, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * - Bipartisan Legislation Would Strengthen Security by Hiring Additional Agricultural Inspectors at Ports of Entry * * * Today, the U.S. Senate unanimously approved bipartisan legislation introduced by U.S. Senators Gary Peters (D-MI), Pat Roberts (R-KS), Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) and John Cornyn (R-TX) to address the shortage of agricultural inspectors who protect the nation's food supply and agricultu  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- Sen. Gary Peters, D-Michigan, ranking Democratic member of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, issued the following news release: * * * - Bipartisan Legislation Would Strengthen Security by Hiring Additional Agricultural Inspectors at Ports of Entry * * * Today, the U.S. Senate unanimously approved bipartisan legislation introduced by U.S. Senators Gary Peters (D-MI), Pat Roberts (R-KS), Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) and John Cornyn (R-TX) to addr  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 20 -- Sen. Debbie Stabenow, D-Michigan, issued the following statement on the death of ex-Michigan Gov. William Milliken: "Governor Bill Milliken was one of the most amazing public servants I've ever worked with. "He set the bar for integrity, dedication, and kindness. "His passion for Michigan and our Great Lakes was unsurpassed. "I was honored to call him my friend."  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- Sen. Debbie Stabenow, D-Michigan, issued the following statement after the United Auto Workers ratified a contract with General Motors: "I am grateful that both parties have come to an agreement that prioritizes job security, fair pay, and strong benefits. "This is good news for our workers, Michigan's families, and our economy. "Michigan workers built the middle class in this country and make our economy stronger every day."  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 21 -- Sen. Debbie Stabenow, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: U.S. Senators Roy Blunt (Mo.) and Debbie Stabenow (Mich.), co-chairs of the Senate Community Health Centers Caucus, led a bipartisan letter to Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (Ky.) and Minority Leader Charles Schumer (N.Y.) urging long-term funding of community health centers (CHCs). The letter, which was cosigned by 25 senators, calls for immediate passage of the Community Health Investment, Mode  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- Sen. Gary Peters, D-Michigan, ranking Democratic member of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, issued the following news release: U.S. Senators Gary Peters (D-MI), Ranking Member of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, and Tom Carper (D-DE), Ranking Member of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, today led 39 of their colleagues in pressing the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) on their decision to   more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 24 -- Sen. Gary Peters, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: U.S. Senators Gary Peters (D-MI), Ranking Member of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, and Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) reintroduced legislation to safeguard taxpayer dollars and improve transparency and public disclosure of Administration travel spending. The Federal Travel Transparency Act would strengthen oversight of taxpayer-funded travel by making the air travel activities of ca  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 24 -- Sen. Gary Peters, D-Michigan, ranking Democratic member of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, issued the following news release: U.S. Senators Gary Peters (D-MI), Ranking Member of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, and Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) reintroduced legislation to safeguard taxpayer dollars and improve transparency and public disclosure of Administration travel spending. The Federal Travel Transparency Act   more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 21 -- Sen. Gary Peters, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: U.S. Senators Gary Peters (MI) and Debbie Stabenow (MI) urged Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (KY) and Minority Leader Charles Schumer (NY) to prioritize long-term funding of community health centers (CHCs). In a bipartisan letter, which was cosigned by 25 senators, Stabenow and Peters calls for immediate passage of the Community Health Investment, Modernization, and Excellence (CHIME) Act of 2019, wh  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- Sen. Gary Peters, D-Michigan, ranking Democratic member of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, issued the following news release: U.S. Senators Gary Peters (D-MI), Ranking Member of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, and Ron Wyden (D-OR), member of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, are urging the Intelligence Community Inspector General (ICIG) to protect the identity of intelligence community whistleblowers, i  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- Rep. Daniel Kildee, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-05), Chief Deputy Whip of the House Democratic Caucus, today applauded the House Ways and Means Committee for advancing his legislation, The Technical Assistance for Health Grants Act, to invest in workforce training programs that help expand access to good-paying jobs in the health care field in Michigan. The Technical Assistance for Health Grants Act would invest $15 million t  more