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Sens. Stabenow, Crapo Lead Bipartisan Bill to Help Address Shortfall of Veterinarians in Rural Areas
WASHINGTON - Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) and Senator Mike Crapo (R-ID) on Thursday introduced bipartisan legislation to address the shortfall of veterinarians in rural areas. The Veterinary Medicine Loan Repayment Program Enhancement Act would help meet the growing demand for veterinarians nationwide by eliminating taxes on programs that encourage veterinarians to practice in underserved areas. "Veterinarians provide essential support for the agricultural economy in so many rural areas an… Continue Reading
06.24.21
Stabenow Leads Passage of Growing Climate Solutions Act
WASHINGTON - The Growing Climate Solutions Act, legislation introduced by U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-Mich.) and co-sponsored by a bipartisan group of 52 U.S. Senators, passed the Senate. The legislation provides resources and incentives to help farmers and foresters scale up conservation practices on their land to benefit the environment and generate new sources of income through carbon markets at the same time. "Climate change is affecting Michigan farmers, foresters, and rural communi… Continue Reading
06.24.21
Senators Stabenow, Peters Introduce Bill to Support Workers Impacted by Trade
WASHINGTON- U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) and Gary Peters (D-MI) today introduced a bill to support workers who lose their jobs because global trade has impacted their employers or industry. The Trade Adjustment Assistance For Workers Reauthorization Act of 2021 improves the existing Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA) for Workers program so that more trade-impacted workers can access job training benefits, extended unemployment, and other support services needed to find new jobs. B… Continue Reading
06.15.21
Senators Stabenow, Blunt Announce New Bill to Expand Community Mental Health and Addiction Services Nationwide
U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) and Roy Blunt (R-MO) today announced their new bipartisan bill, the Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Act of 2021. The legislation will expand high-quality mental health and addiction services nationwide by giving every state the opportunity to fully fund the creation of Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics in their communities as part of health care. Senators Stabenow and Blunt created these community clinics through the Excellence… Continue Reading
06.14.21
Senator Stabenow Welcomes Secretary Vilsack to Talk Climate with Michigan Farmers, Foresters
EAST LANSING, Mich. - In a roundtable Friday, U.S. Senate Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Chairwoman Debbie Stabenow (D-Mich.), U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack, and U.S. Representative Elissa Slotkin of Michigan's 8th Congressional District met with farmers, foresters and conservation groups from across Michigan to discuss ways producers can lead in addressing the climate crisis, and the need for more resources for climate-smart agriculture and forestry programs. "Michigan far… Continue Reading
06.11.21
Stabenow, Peters Announce Over $42,000 for the Mount Clemens Fire Department
WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow (MI) and Gary Peters (MI) today announced that the Mount Clemens Fire Department will receive $42,999 in federal funding to improve operations and safety for firefighters and personnel. This federal grant comes from the Department of Homeland Security's Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program. "Our firefighters in Mount Clemens put their lives on the line to protect our families, homes, and communities," said Senator Stabenow. "These new … Continue Reading
06.11.21
Stabenow, Peters Announce Over $466,000 for the Grand Rapids Fire Department
WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow (MI) and Gary Peters (MI) today announced that the Grand Rapids Fire Department will receive $466,948 in federal funding to improve operations and safety for firefighters and personnel. This federal grant comes from the Department of Homeland Security's Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program. "Our firefighters in Grand Rapids put their lives on the line to protect our families, homes, and communities," said Senator Stabenow. "These new r… Continue Reading
06.10.21
Stabenow, Peters Reintroduce Bipartisan Legislation to Support MotorCities National Heritage Area
WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) and Gary Peters (D-MI) today announced the reintroduction of a bipartisan bill to support National Heritage Areas across the country including Michigan's MotorCities National Heritage Area in Southeast Michigan. The National Heritage Area Act establishes standard criteria for the funding, management and designation of National Heritage Areas across the country and sets an annual authorization of $1 million for all National Heritage Areas. … Continue Reading
06.09.21
Senator Stabenow Advocates for Strong PFAS Clean Up Standards and Action from Congress at Senate Hearing
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Senator Debbie Stabenow today spoke at a U.S. Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works hearing to push for strong standards on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, commonly known as PFAS, as a way to expedite clean up around military bases in Michigan. Senator Stabenow introduced two new bills to address PFAS at military bases this week. The Clean Water for Military Families Act and the Filthy Fifty Act direct the Department of Defense to identify and clean up PFA… Continue Reading
06.09.21
Stabenow, Peters Announce New Legislation to Clean Up PFAS at Military Installations With Highest Levels of Contamination
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow and Gary Peters introduced two new bills to address per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, commonly known as PFAS, at military bases across the country. The Clean Water for Military Families Act and the Filthy Fifty Act direct the Department of Defense to identify and clean up per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances at U.S. military installations with some of the highest levels of PFAS contamination in the country. The Filthy Fifty Act will set test… Continue Reading
06.08.21
Senate Passes Senator Stabenow’s Make It In America Act and Provision to Address the Semiconductor Shortage
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Senate today passed a bipartisan bill to invest in American innovation and manufacturing. The U.S. Innovation and Competition Act, which passed 68-32, included U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow's Make It In America Act to strengthen Buy American laws. The bill will make it harder for federal agencies to use waivers to get around Buy American rules that require the federal government to give preference to products made in America. The U.S. Innovation and Competition A… Continue Reading
06.07.21
Stabenow, Peters Announce Detroit Metro Airport Will Receive Nearly $4 Million in Federal Funding
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow (MI) and Gary Peters (MI) today announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) will be awarding $3,885,767 to Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport. This Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) grant will provide financial help for businesses located at the airport, including car rental, parking and concession businesses. "Michigan businesses have been hit hard during this pandemic and businesses located at Detroit Metro airport are no … Continue Reading
06.07.21
Senator Stabenow Statement on Air Force F-35 Basing Decision
WASHINGTON D.C. - U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow today made the following statement regarding the U.S. Air Force's decision to select Ebbing Air National Guard Base in Arkansas as the preferred location to host the long-term F-35 Foreign Military Sales training missions. "I strongly disagree with the Air Force's decision. Selfridge has the personnel, the airspace and the facilities, and was the most cost-effective choice to host these F-35 training missions. Selfridge was already evaluated by … Continue Reading
06.03.21
Senator Stabenow Visits Global Battery Solutions to Announce Major Progress on Her Make It in America Agenda
HOLLAND - U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) visited Global Battery Solutions to highlight the major progress made on her Make It in America agenda. Global Battery Solutions is an industry leader in battery research and development and provides a comprehensive approach to repair, remanufacture, repurpose, and recycle batteries. Senator Stabenow's bill to help manufacturers transition to a clean energy economy advanced in the Senate last week and would support businesses like Global Battery Solu… Continue Reading
06.03.21
Senator Stabenow Visits the Ford Rouge Electric Vehicle Center to Announce Major Progress on Her Make It in America Agenda
DEARBORN - U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) visited the Ford Rouge Electric Vehicle Center today to highlight the major progress made on her Make It in America agenda. While at Ford, she participated in a test drive of the new F-150 Lightning. Last week, the U.S. Senate acted on legislation Stabenow authored to address the semiconductor shortage and supply chain vulnerabilities, strengthen Buy American laws and provide consumer incentives for purchasing electric vehicles. "From Henry Ford… Continue Reading
06.02.21
Senator Stabenow Visits Hemlock Semiconductor to Announce Major Progress on Her Make It in America Agenda
SAGINAW - U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) visited Hemlock Semiconductor to highlight the major progress made on her Make It in America agenda. Hemlock Semiconductor Operations is a leading provider of hyper-pure polycrystalline silicon and other silicon-based products used in the manufacture of semiconductor devices, solar cells and vehicles. Senator Stabenow's bill to address supply chain issues advanced in the Senate last week and would support businesses like Hemlock Semiconductor. "F… Continue Reading
06.02.21
Senator Stabenow Joins With UAW Leaders to Announce Major Progress on Her Make It in America Agenda
LANSING - U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) joined with UAW leaders to highlight the major progress made on her Make It in America agenda. Stabenow was joined by Ben Frantz, UAW Local 652 President, and Mike Huerta, UAW Local 602 President. "For too long, countries have been outpacing the United States on funding new technologies, making critical components Americans rely on, and building electric vehicles. We are now at a crucial moment in our competition to win the clean energy manufactu… Continue Reading
05.28.21
Senator Stabenow Statement on President Biden’s Budget Request
Senator Debbie Stabenow released the following statement on President Biden's FY 2022 Budget request, which includes $480 million in funding to upgrade the Soo Locks and $340 million in funding for the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative. Senator Stabenow authored the bipartisan Soo Locks Modernization Act, which authorized the project to upgrade our aging Soo Locks. "A budget is a statement of our nation's values, and President Biden today showed his commitment to Michigan families. Presiden… Continue Reading
05.26.21
Senator Stabenow Leads Effort to Incentivize Electric Vehicles Made in America and Address Supply Chain Shortages
Stabenow's Bill to Help Manufacturers Make Clean Energy Technology and Create Good-Paying Jobs Passes the Senate Finance Committee WASHINGTON, D.C. - A new bill to help transition manufacturers to a clean energy economy and address the semiconductor shortage crisis passed the U.S. Senate Finance Committee today. The Clean Energy for America Act included U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow's bipartisan legislation to provide a 30% tax credit for manufacturers to retool or build new facilities to produc… Continue Reading
05.26.21
Stabenow, Kildee Statement on Efforts to Unionize Workers at Battery Manufacturing Facilities in the U.S
FLINT-U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) and Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-05) issued the following statement about efforts by the United Auto Workers to organize employees at two U.S. electric vehicle battery factories being built in Ohio and Tennessee: "We support and applaud yesterday's statement from General Motors and Ultium Cells LLC announcing support to unionize workers at their joint facilities. General Motors is a great American company and they know the importance of union workers to… Continue Reading
