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Senator Stabenow Introduces Bipartisan Legislation Addressing Country-of-Origin Labeling
U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) and John Hoeven (R-ND) today introduced new bipartisan legislation to address country-of-origin labeling following the World Trade Organization ruling in May 2015. According to the WTO's finding, the United States' mandatory label must be reformed to honor existing trade relations with Canada and Mexico. As a result, Stabenow and Hoeven introduced the Voluntary Country of Origin Labeling (COOL) and Trade Enhancement Act of 2015 that would comply with the WTO … Continue Reading
07.23.15
Ranking Member Stabenow Applauds Expansion of Crop Insurance Options for Michigan Fruit Growers
U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow, Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, today applauded an announcement by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) providing additional crop insurance options to fruit and nut producers. The announcement, made possible by Stabenow's 2014 Farm Bill, expands the Supplemental Coverage Option (SCO) program to additional producers in select counties for the 2016 year. "No farmer should go out of business because of bad weather or … Continue Reading
07.23.15
Senators Stabenow, Peters Announce Support for Oronoko Township Fire Department
U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow and Gary Peters today announced $29,406 for the Berrien Springs/Oronoko Township Fire Department in Berrien County. This grant comes through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program. "Our firefighters put their lives on the line every day to keep our families, homes, and communities safe," said Senator Stabenow. "These new resources will help the Oronoko Township Fire Department buy the equipment they need to safely protect… Continue Reading
07.22.15
Senator Stabenow Statement on Eliminating Funding to Improve Michigan Cities, Neighborhoods
U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow today made the following statement regarding the Senate Republican transportation legislation, which would eliminate $1.7 billion from the U.S. Department of Treasury's Hardest Hit Fund and dramatically cut funding for Michigan's blight removal efforts. This cut will affect cities throughout Michigan, including Detroit, Adrian, Ecorse, Flint, Grand Rapids, Hamtramck, Highland Park, Inkster, Ironwood, Jackson, Lansing, Muskegon Heights, Pontiac, Port Huron, River Roug… Continue Reading
07.21.15
Senator Stabenow Measure to Protect Homeowners from Higher Taxes Advances in Senate
U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-MI), a senior member of the Senate Finance Committee, today praised the Committee's extension of a provision that will ensure that homeowners working with their banks to reduce their mortgage payments will not be hit with a huge tax bill. In addition, the Committee passed her amendment to provide additional certainty to homeowners who might be eligible for this tax relief. This measure, based on Senator Stabenow's Mortgage Forgiveness Tax Relief Act introduced ear… Continue Reading
07.21.15
Senator Stabenow Measure to Create Job Opportunities in America’s Hardest-Hit Cities Advances in Senate
U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-MI), a senior member of the Senate Finance Committee, today applauded the Committee's passage of an amendment that will help spur economic growth and create job opportunities in cities across the country - including Detroit and other Michigan cities - by improving the Empowerment Zone program. The amendment, based on Senator Stabenow and Senator Roy Blunt's (R-MO) Empowering Jobs Act of 2015, will make the program more effective by expanding the way businesses and… Continue Reading
07.20.15
Senator Stabenow Attends University of Michigan MCity Grand Opening
U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow attended the University of Michigan's MCity Grand Opening on July 20. MCity is a new 32-acre testing ground for highly automated vehicles and driverless cars. Senator Stabenow is a long-time supporter of programs to develop new and innovative vehicle technologies to help Michigan manufacturers and businesses compete globally and create new jobs. Research conducted at MCity, which simulates urban and suburban driving environments, will help U-M researchers study groun… Continue Reading
07.16.15
Stabenow, Peters Announce Nearly $700,000 for Fire Departments in Clay Township, Bedford Township
U.S. Senators Gary Peters and Debbie Stabenow today announced that the Clay Township Fire Department in St. Clair County and the Bedford Township Fire Department in Monroe County will receive funding from the Department of Homeland Security to assist in the hiring, recruitment and retention of more firefighters. The Clay Township Fire Department will receive $691,980 for hiring more firefighters, while the Bedford Township Fire Department will receive $6,000 towards the recruitment and retention… Continue Reading
07.16.15
Senators Stabenow, Peters Announce More than $1 Million to Help Students in the Upper Peninsula Graduate from College
Michigan Senators Debbie Stabenow and Gary Peters today announced $1.3 million to give Upper Peninsula students, many of whom are the first in their family to go to college, coaching and skill development so they have a better shot at graduating college. This support through the Department of Education's TRIO Student Support Services Program will benefit eligible students at Bay de Noc Community College, Northern Michigan University, Gogebic Community College, Finlandia University, and Bay Mills… Continue Reading
07.16.15
Senators Stabenow, Peters Announce Support to Help Students Graduate from Mott and St. Clair County Community Colleges
Michigan Senators Debbie Stabenow and Gary Peters today announced $573,331 to give students at Mott and St. Clair County Community Colleges, many of whom are the first in their family to go to college, coaching and skill development so they have a better shot at graduating college. This support comes through the Department of Education's TRIO Student Support Services Program. "Students who work hard and are accepted to college deserve every opportunity to succeed," said Senator Stabenow. "Thanks… Continue Reading
07.16.15
Senators Stabenow, Peters Announce More than $1 Million to Help Mid-Michigan Students Graduate from College
Michigan Senators Debbie Stabenow and Gary Peters today announced $1.1 million to give Mid-Michigan students, many of whom are the first in their family to go to college, coaching and skill development so they have a better shot at graduating college. This support through the Department of Education's TRIO Student Support Services Program will benefit eligible students at Michigan State University, Adrian College, and Jackson College. "Students who work hard and are accepted to college deserve e… Continue Reading
07.16.15
Senators Stabenow, Peters Announce More than $1 Million to Help Southeast Michigan Students Graduate from College
Michigan Senators Debbie Stabenow and Gary Peters today announced $1.1 million to give Southeast Michigan students, many of whom are the first in their family to go to college, coaching and skill development so they have a better shot at graduating college. This support through the Department of Education's TRIO Student Support Services Program will benefit eligible students at Wayne County Community College District, University of Detroit Mercy, Siena Heights University, and Madonna University.… Continue Reading
07.16.15
Senators Stabenow, Peters Announce More than $3 Million to Help West Michigan Students Graduate from College
Michigan Senators Debbie Stabenow and Gary Peters today announced more than $3 million to give West Michigan students, many of whom are the first in their family to go to college, coaching and skill development so they have a better shot at graduating college. This support through the Department of Education's TRIO Student Support Services Program will benefit eligible students at eight West Michigan colleges. "Students who work hard and are accepted to college deserve every opportunity to succe… Continue Reading
07.13.15
Stabenow, Peters Announce $71,250 for Snow Removal Equipment at Chippewa County International Airport
U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow and Gary Peters today announced that the Economic Development Corporation of Chippewa County will receive $71,250 for new snow removal equipment at Chippewa County International Airport near Sault Ste. Marie. The equipment will assist in the airport's ability to clear the airfield in the event of snowstorms. The funding comes from the Department of Transportation's Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). "This investment will make travelling to and from the Upper Pen… Continue Reading
07.13.15
Senator Stabenow Announces Support for Osceola County to Buy Communications Equipment for First Responders
U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow, Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, today announced support for Osceola County. This funding comes through the USDA's Rural Development Economic Impact Initiative Grant program, which funds critical infrastructure in rural communities across the country. The $10,800 grant will be used to purchase new mobile radios to help emergency responders communicate with each other and central dispatch. "Emergency responders have to co… Continue Reading
07.13.15
Senator Stabenow Announces Support for Bangor Police Department to Buy New Police Car
U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow, Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, today announced support for the Bangor City Police Department in Van Buren County. This funding comes through the USDA's Rural Development Community Facility Grant program, which funds critical infrastructure in rural communities across the country. The $12,000 grant will be used to help the community purchase a new police vehicle. "Police officers have to cover many miles to protect our … Continue Reading
07.09.15
Senator Stabenow Introduces Bill to Bring Jobs Back to America
U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow introduced today legislation that stops rewarding companies that move jobs overseas and instead creates new incentives to bring jobs home. Her legislation would end a tax loophole that currently pays for companies to move jobs overseas, while maintaining the deduction for those bringing jobs home. In addition, it would also provide a 20 percent tax credit to help companies with the cost of bringing jobs back to America. This bill was blocked by a Republican filibust… Continue Reading
07.09.15
Senators Stabenow, Peters Announce Support for Houghton County Airport
U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow and Gary Peters today announced support for the Houghton County Memorial Airport to help rehabilitate the concrete of its apron, the area of an airport where aircraft are parked. The $856,203 grant comes through the U.S. Department of Transportation. "This investment will make travelling to and from the Upper Peninsula safer and more efficient," said Senator Stabenow. "By supporting Houghton Airport, we're also encouraging businesses to invest in the region and crea… Continue Reading
07.09.15
Senators Stabenow, Peters Announce Nearly $3 Million for Four Southeast Michigan Fire Departments
Michigan Senators Debbie Stabenow and Gary Peters today announced $2.9 million to help departments in Southeast Michigan hire more firefighters. This support through the Department of Homeland Security's Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response will go to the Allen Park Fire Department, Armada Fire Department, Farmington Hills Fire Department, and Dearborn Heights Fire Department. "Our firefighters put their lives on the line every day to protect our families, homes, and communities," s… Continue Reading
07.09.15
Stabenow, Peters Applaud Over $281,000 for Lincoln Park, Dearborn Heights First Responders
U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow and Gary Peters today announced that the Lincoln Park Fire Department has been awarded $145,455 and the Dearborn Heights Fire Department has been awarded $136,364 from the Department of Homeland Security's Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program (AFG). The funding can be used for vehicle acquisition and parts, including pumpers, aerials, brush trucks, tankers/tenders, rescue vehicles and ambulances. "Firefighters have to cover many miles to protect our families, ho… Continue Reading
