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Stabenow, Peters, and Upton Announce Passage of Legislation to Honor Vietnam War Veteran James C. McCloughan
U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-MI), U.S. Senator Gary Peters (D-MI), and Congressman Fred Upton (MI-06) announced that legislation to make Vietnam War veteran James C. McCloughan eligible for our nation's highest military honor - the Medal of Honor - has passed in Congress as part of the National Defense Authorization Act. The National Defense Authorization Act passed the House of Representatives on December 2nd and cleared the U.S. Senate today. It now goes to the desk of the President for h… Continue Reading
12.07.16
Senator Stabenow Applauds Announcement that Selfridge Air National Guard Base is a Finalist for New F-35 Platform
U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow applauded the U.S. Air Force announcement that Selfridge Air National Guard Base has been selected as one of five finalists for the new F-35 fighter platform. The Air Force will be making site visits early next year with a final decision to follow. "There is no question that Selfridge Air National Guard Base is the right choice for the new F-35 platform, and it is not surprising Selfridge is on the final list for consideration. I recently spoke with the Secretary of… Continue Reading
12.02.16
Stabenow, Peters Applaud Senate Passage of Legislation to Honor Michigan Veteran
U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow and Gary Peters today applauded unanimous Senate passage of legislation they introduced to name the Traverse City Veterans Affairs (VA) Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) after Army Colonel Demas T. Craw, a Traverse City-area native and Medal of Honor recipient. The bill now heads to the House of Representatives, where Congressman Benishek has introduced similar legislation. "Naming this clinic after one of Traverse City's own heroes is a fitting tribute to C… Continue Reading
11.30.16
Senator Stabenow Statement on EPA Emissions Standards Announcement
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) released a statement following the announcement by the Environmental Protection Agency that it will leave in place emissions standards for cars and light trucks through 2025: "Today I spoke with Administration officials and expressed concerns about the Environmental Protection Agency's process in developing today's proposal. It's critical that federal regulators work closely with industry and all stakeholders before the final standards… Continue Reading
11.29.16
Senator Stabenow Statement on Nomination of Rep. Price as Secretary of Health and Human Services
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-MI), Ranking Member of the Health Subcommittee of the Senate Finance Committee, released the following statement on the nomination of Congressman Tom Price to be Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services: "I am deeply concerned by the nomination of Rep. Tom Price to lead HHS, someone who supports dismantling Medicare and Medicaid, slashing Social Security, gutting women's health services, eliminating healthcare for 20 million peo… Continue Reading
11.21.16
Senator Stabenow Tours Small Businesses in Big Rapids
U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow met with businesses in Big Rapids as part of her small business tour across the state. Stabenow met with business owners at Old Pioneer Store & Emporium, Schuberg's Bar & Grill, and Great Lakes Book & Supply. Senator Stabenow's small business tour has included stops in Ithaca, Mt. Pleasant, South Haven, Bangor, St. Johns, Imlay City, Lapeer, Battle Creek, Albion, Portland, Ionia, Harrison Township, Mount Clemens, Utica, Plainwell, Paw Paw, Benton Harbor, … Continue Reading
11.21.16
Stabenow, Peters, Dingell Join Michigan Officials to Break Ground on American Center for Mobility at Willow Run
U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow (MI) and Gary Peters (MI) and U.S. Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) today joined Governor Rick Snyder, state officials and leaders in automotive technology to celebrate the groundbreaking of the American Center for Mobility at Willow Run, a global center for testing, education and product development for connected and automated vehicles. "I am so excited to break ground on this new facility that will secure Michigan's future as a leader in autonomous and connec… Continue Reading
11.17.16
Stabenow, Peters Introduce Legislation to Honor Michigan Veteran by Naming Traverse City VA Clinic
U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow and Gary Peters today introduced legislation to name the Traverse City Veterans Affairs (VA) Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) after Army Colonel Demas T. Craw, a Traverse City-area native and Medal of Honor recipient, who fought in both World War I and II. The VA CBOC in Traverse City provides health care services for thousands of Northern Michigan veterans every year, including primary care, women's health, disease prevention and telehealth services. Once c… Continue Reading
11.16.16
Senator Stabenow Statement on Selection as Chair of the Democratic Policy and Communications Committee
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) released a statement following her selection to replace Senator Schumer as Chair of the Senate Democratic Policy and Communications Committee: "I am honored to be selected as the new Chair of the Senate Democratic Policy and Communications Committee. Our Caucus is unified and committed to fighting for middle class families every day in an economy where too many people feel that they have been left behind. This is an important leadership… Continue Reading
11.15.16
Stabenow, Peters, Kildee Applaud Decision to Fund Lead Removal in Flint and Other Michigan Communities
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-MI), U.S. Senator Gary Peters (D-MI), and Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-05) released a statement applauding the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid's approval of funding for lead detection and removal in Flint and communities across the State of Michigan. The State of Michigan will now be able to use approximately $24 million this year and up to that same amount over the next four years to pay for lead abatement services such as testing, paint remov… Continue Reading
11.14.16
Senators Stabenow, Peters Call for New Alpena Customs Agent in Letter to Customs and Border Protection
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) and Gary Peters (D-MI) sent a letter to Customs and Border Protection Commissioner Gil Kerlikowske expressing their concern regarding the loss of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agent stationed in Northeast Lower Michigan. The agent recently retired and CBP does not currently plan to replace him. "Without a border agent serving this very large geographic area, communities in this region will suffer serious economic consequen… Continue Reading
11.10.16
Stabenow, Peters, and Upton Announce Legislation to Honor Vietnam War Veteran James C. McCloughan
U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-MI), U.S. Senator Gary Peters (D-MI), and Congressman Fred Upton (MI-06) announced legislation to make James C. McCloughan eligible for our nation's highest military honor - the Medal of Honor - for his acts of heroism and valor during the Vietnam War. Then-Private First Class McCloughan, a native and current resident of South Haven, served as a medic and saved the lives of 10 members of his platoon who were wounded during the Battle of Nui Yon Hill on May 13-15,… Continue Reading
11.04.16
Senator Stabenow Tours Small Businesses in Ithaca, Mt. Pleasant
U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow met with businesses in Ithaca and Mt. Pleasant as part of her small business tour across the state. Stabenow met with business owners at Hometown Cellars Winery and Brewery, Hearthstone Oven, and Aircraft Precision Products in Ithaca before visiting Gray's Furniture, Max and Emily's, and Narrativality Coffee Roasters in Mt. Pleasant. Senator Stabenow's small business tour has included stops in South Haven, Bangor, St. Johns, Imlay City, Lapeer, Battle Creek, Albion,… Continue Reading
11.03.16
Senator Stabenow: For First Time, Medicare to Pay for New Care Plans to Provide Support to Families of Alzheimer’s patients
U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) today announced that for the first time Medicare will pay for new individual care plans to support Alzheimer's patients and their families. This new coverage will begin in January, 2017. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid finalized its decision, first proposed earlier in July, to pay for the new plans, effectively implementing Senator Stabenow's Health Outcomes, Planning and Education (HOPE) for Alzheimer's Act. The HOPE Act is coauthored by Senator Susan C… Continue Reading
11.03.16
Senator Stabenow Tours Small Businesses in Bangor, South Haven
U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow met with businesses in Bangor and South Haven as part of her small business tour across the state. Stabenow met with business owners at Railroad Café and Landers Hardware in Bangor before visiting FoodTools Consolidated, Decadent Dogs Retail, and The Blueberry Store in South Haven. Senator Stabenow's small business tour has included stops in St. Johns, Imlay City, Lapeer, Battle Creek, Albion, Portland, Ionia, Harrison Township, Mount Clemens, Utica, Plainwel… Continue Reading
11.01.16
Senator Stabenow Tours Small Businesses in Mid-Michigan
U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow met with businesses in St. Johns as part of her small business tour across the state. Following a visit to Uncle Johns Cider Mill, Stabenow met with business owners at Back Alley Pet Grooming, Studio Retreat and Art Gallery, and Rehmann's Clothing. Senator Stabenow's small business tour has included stops in Imlay City, Lapeer, Battle Creek, Albion, Portland, Ionia, Harrison Township, Mount Clemens, Utica, Plainwell, Paw Paw, Benton Harbor, Monroe, Jackson, Flint, Ba… Continue Reading
10.31.16
Senator Stabenow Tours Small Businesses in Lapeer County
U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow met with small businesses in Lapeer County as part of her small business tour across the state. Stabenow visited Stichin' at the Barn and Gallop Brush in Imlay City before stopping at Vidon Plastics in Lapeer. Senator Stabenow's small business tour has included stops in Battle Creek, Albion, Portland, Ionia, Harrison Township, Mount Clemens, Utica, Plainwell, Paw Paw, Benton Harbor, Monroe, Jackson, Flint, Bay City, Ludington, Onaway, Grand Haven, Hastings, Holland,… Continue Reading
10.27.16
Senator Stabenow Announces Support to Expand Agricultural Markets across Michigan
U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow, Ranking Member of the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, announced support to expand agricultural markets across Michigan from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Value-Added Producer Grant program, which helps farmers and growers develop marketing strategies for agricultural commodities. "Michigan agriculture supports one out of every four jobs in the state," said Senator Stabenow. "With these types of new investments, we are helping Mi… Continue Reading
10.24.16
Senator Stabenow Tours Small Businesses in Calhoun and Ionia Counties
U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow met with small businesses in Calhoun and Ionia Counties as part of her small business tour across the state. On Thursday, Stabenow visited Station 66, Stewart Industries, and Hall of Toys in Battle Creek before stopping at Books & More and Dickerson Music Company in Albion. On Friday, she visited The Gallery Brewery, Around the Block Quilt Shop, and The Chocolate Moose in Portland before visiting the Lamplight Grill and Promo Print & Stitches 2 in Ionia. Stab… Continue Reading
10.18.16
Senator Stabenow Announces Nearly $1.9 Million in Support for Michigan Fruit, Vegetable, and Nursery Producers
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-MI), Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, today announced nearly $1.9 million in critical funding to support fruit, vegetable, nursery, and floriculture producers across Michigan. The U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Specialty Crop Block Grant Program will award $1,887,408 million to support 20 specialty crop projects throughout the state. For a complete list of Michigan projects receiving suppo… Continue Reading
