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Senator Stabenow Announces She Will Not Seek Re-Election in 2024
WASHINGTON-Senator Stabenow released the following statement announcing that she will not seek re-election and will leave the U.S. Senate at the end of her term on January 3, 2025: "Inspired by a new generation of leaders, I have decided to pass the torch in the U.S. Senate. I am announcing today that I will not seek re-election and will leave the U.S. Senate at the end of my term on January 3, 2025. "As part of my own new generation, I was elected to the Ingham County Commission in 1974 at t… Continue Reading
01.03.23
Stabenow, Peters Announce Lower Health Care and Prescription Drug Costs for Michiganders Going Into Effect January 1st
DETROIT, MI - U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow (MI) and Gary Peters (MI) today announced that several Inflation Reduction Act provisions will go into effect on January 1, 2023, cutting costs for Michiganders across the state. A $35 monthly cap on the cost of insulin for Medicare recipients and free vaccines for seniors on Medicare are among the measures that will take effect in the new year. Stabenow and Peters helped pass into law the Inflation Reduction Act in August. "This year, Senator Pete… Continue Reading
12.29.22
Senator Stabenow Applauds Treasury Department Guidance on Clean Vehicle Credit
WASHINGTON-U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow, senior member of the Senate Finance Committee, today applauded the U.S. Department of Treasury for releasing additional information on clean vehicle credit (30D tax credit) provisions in the Inflation Reduction Act: "As I said when the Inflation Reduction Act passed, the clean vehicle credit language as written was unworkable and may lead to more auto jobs overseas than less. That's why I applaud the Treasury Department for addressing this in its guid… Continue Reading
12.22.22
Senator Stabenow Secures Important Wins for Michigan
WASHINGTON-The U.S. Senate today passed the federal budget bill with significant wins for Michigan. Senator Stabenow led the efforts to include investments in the Great Lakes, health care, child nutrition, and key priorities for our local communities. The budget bill now is considered by the U.S. House of Representatives before being signed into law. "This budget will continue to fuel Michigan's economy and help communities in every region of our state. From protecting our Great Lakes, to in… Continue Reading
12.22.22
Stabenow, Peters Announce Senate Passage of Bipartisan Legislation to Support MotorCities National Heritage Area
WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) and Gary Peters (D-MI) announced that their bipartisan bill, the National Heritage Area Act, unanimously passed the U.S. Senate. The bill would support National Heritage Areas across the country including Michigan's MotorCities National Heritage Area in Southeast Michigan. The National Heritage Area Act reauthorizes MotorCities and the 44 other National Heritage Areas set to expire by 2024 for another 15 years, ensuring long-term security… Continue Reading
12.21.22
Senators Stabenow, Peters Announces $184,500 to Support Colon Township and Hart Area Fire Departments
WASHINGTON, D.C - U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow (MI) and Gary Peters (MI) today announced that Colon Township and the Hart Area Fire Department will receive $184,500 from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to improve operations and safety. The funding comes from the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) Assistance to Firefighters Grants (AFG) program. Colon Township will receive $132,500 to replace their self-contained breathing apparatuses. The Hart Area Fire Department w… Continue Reading
12.21.22
Senators Stabenow, Peters Announces $230,400 to Support the New Baltimore Fire Department
WASHINGTON, D.C - U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow (MI) and Gary Peters (MI) today announced that the New Baltimore Fire Department will receive $230,452 from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to replace their self-contained breathing apparatuses. The funding comes from the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) Assistance to Firefighters Grants (AFG) program. "Our firefighters put their lives on the line to protect our families, homes, and communities," said Senator Stabenow… Continue Reading
12.19.22
Senator Stabenow Announces Over $200,000 to Create the Saginaw Food Club
WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-MI), Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, today announced that the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) will award Saginaw Community Foundation $280,542 to create the Saginaw Food Club. These funds, provided by the American Rescue Plan Act, are awarded through the National Institute of Food and Agriculture's Community Food Projects Competitive Grant Program. The Saginaw Food Club will act as a grocer… Continue Reading
12.16.22
Stabenow, Peters Announce Senate Passage of Water Resources Development Act
WASHINGTON - U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow (D-MI), a member of the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works, and Gary Peters (D-MI) today announced Senate passage of the bipartisan Water Resources Development Act. The Senators secured major water infrastructure investments for Michigan in the final bill. The Water Resources Development Act authorizes projects through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to modernize the Soo Locks, stop invasive carp, prevent coastal erosion and flooding, and… Continue Reading
12.08.22
Stabenow, Peters Secure Major Water Infrastructure Investments to Address Serious Risks to Michigan’s Economy and Great Lakes
WASHINGTON - U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow (D-MI), a member of the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works, and Gary Peters (D-MI) secured major water infrastructure investments for Michigan in the final bipartisan Water Resources Development Act. This bill authorizes projects through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to modernize the Soo Locks, stop invasive carp, prevent coastal erosion and flooding, and improve water quality in Michigan. The House and Senate are expected to pass the b… Continue Reading
12.06.22
Stabenow, Peters Announce Confirmation of Judge F. Kay Behm
WASHINGTON-U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow and Gary Peters announced the U.S. Senate has confirmed the nomination of Judge F. Kay Behm to be the U.S. District Court Judge for the Eastern District of Michigan. On July 27, the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee held a hearing considering her nomination. A video of the hearing can be found here. A video of Senator Stabenow's remarks can be found here, and a video of Senator Peters' remarks can be found here. "Judge Behm has been a thoughtful public s… Continue Reading
12.02.22
Stabenow, Peters Applaud CDC’s $90 Million Federal Investment in Michigan’s Public Health Workforce & Infrastructure
DETROIT, MI - U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow and Gary Peters applauded the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announcement that they will provide over $90 million in federal funding to strengthen and expand Michigan's public health workforce, capacity and data systems. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services will receive $81,900,324 and the Detroit Health Department will receive $9,248,900 through the CDC's Strengthening U.S. Public Health Infrastructure, Workforce, and… Continue Reading
12.02.22
Stabenow, Portman Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Create Great Lakes Authority to Spur Economic Growth, Create Jobs
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) and Rob Portman (R-OH) today introduced the Great Lakes Authority Act of 2022. The bill would create the Great Lakes Authority, a federal-state partnership to encourage economic growth and community development in the Great Lakes region. The Great Lakes Authority would serve Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Wisconsin, and parts of Illinois. "We need to make sure Michigan and other Great Lakes States have the resources and funding to promote ec… Continue Reading
11.30.22
Stabenow, Peters Introduce Judge Jonathan J.C. Grey in Senate Committee Hearing
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow and Gary Peters today introduced Judge Jonathan J.C. Grey to the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee for a hearing considering his nomination to be the U.S. District Judge for the Eastern District of Michigan. Judge Grey was nominated by President Biden on September 2. A video of the hearing can be found here. In her introduction, Senator Debbie Stabenow said, "I can think of no better place for Judge Grey to continue to serve the people of Michig… Continue Reading
11.29.22
Stabenow Statement on the Respect for Marriage Act
WASHINGTON-Senator Stabenow released this statement following the passage of the Respect for Marriage Act in the U.S. Senate. "The Respect for Marriage Act will guarantee marriage equality for all Americans and ensure that families are protected no matter where they live or travel. If a marriage is recognized in Michigan, then it should be recognized in Mississippi and Montana too. I'm proud that the Senate took a stand for equality and love today." ###… Continue Reading
11.23.22
Senator Stabenow Announces Over $600,000 to Support and Train Beginning Farmers in Northern Michigan
WASHINGTON D.C. - U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-MI), Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, today announced that the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) will award the Grand Traverse Conservation District $695,617 to create the Great Lakes Incubator Farm project. These funds come from the National Institute of Food and Agriculture's Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program. Grand Traverse Conservation District's Great Lakes Incubator F… Continue Reading
11.16.22
Stabenow, Peters Applauded Over $8 Million in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Funding for Michigan Technological University
WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow and Gary Peters today applauded the U.S. Department of Energy's award to Michigan Technological University $8,137,783 to develop and advance critical technologies and processes needed to recycle and reuse electric vehicle batteries. This federal investment comes from the bipartisan infrastructure law that Peters and Stabenow helped enact a year ago. "Michigan workers are the best in the world and Michigan Tech is home to some of the brightest en… Continue Reading
11.10.22
Senator Stabenow Announces Over $500,000 for Rural Communities Across Michigan
WASHINGTON D.C. - U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-MI), Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, today announced $572,050 to support rural communities across Michigan. These funds come from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Community Facilities Direct Loan & Grant Program, secured by Senator Stabenow in the 2018 Farm Bill. "Our local officials and public service workers work hard every day to make our communities better, safer places to live. Th… Continue Reading
10.31.22
Stabenow, Peters Announce $165 Million in Federal Funding to Increase Access to Capital and Spur Economic Growth in Michigan
DETROIT, MI - U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow (MI) and Gary Peters (MI) today announced $165 million in federal funding to spur investment and economic growth in low-income and rural communities in Michigan. Michigan Community Capital in Lansing will receive $60 million, Cinnaire New Markets in Lansing will receive $55 million, and Invest Detroit will receive $50 million. The funding is provided by the U.S. Department of Treasury's Community Development Financial Institutions Fund (CDFI Fund) and … Continue Reading
10.27.22
Senator Stabenow Announces Over $1 Million for Michigan Fruit and Vegetable Growers
WASHINGTON D.C. - U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-MI), Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, today announced that Michigan will receive $1,228,934 in federal funding to support Michigan specialty crop growers who produce fruits, vegetables, tree nuts, hops, nursery plants, and flowers. The federal funding flows from resources provided by Congress to help in pandemic recovery and rebuilding. "Michigan leads the nation in the production of many fruits and v… Continue Reading
