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Senators Stabenow, Levin Announce Support for Capital Region International Airport
U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow and Carl Levin today announced support for the Capital Region International Airport to expand the aircraft rescue and fire fighting building, and to rehabilitate the runway. The $2,190,514 grant comes through the U.S. Department of Transportation. Senator Stabenow said: "Making sure passengers are able to travel to and from the Mid-Michigan area is vital to the state's economy. This support will help ensure that the Capital Region International Airport can continue… Continue Reading
06.24.14
Senators Stabenow, Levin Announce Support for Bishop International Airport to Buy Fire Fighting Vehicle and Rehabilitate Runway
U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow and Carl Levin today announced support for Bishop International Airport in Flint to purchase an aircraft rescue and fire fighting vehicle, rehabilitate runway lighting, and build a deicing containment facility. The $1,804,310 grant comes through the U.S. Department of Transportation. Senator Stabenow said: "Making sure passengers are able to travel to and from Flint is vital to the state's economy. This support will help ensure that the airport can continue to keep … Continue Reading
06.24.14
Senators Stabenow, Levin Announce Support for Sawyer International Airport to Buy Fire Fighting Vehicle and Rehabilitate Runway
U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow and Carl Levin today announced support for Sawyer International Airport in Marquette to purchase an aircraft rescue and fire fighting vehicle and rehabilitate runway lighting. The $1,126,966 grant comes through the U.S. Department of Transportation. Senator Stabenow said: "Making sure passengers are able to travel to and from Marquette is vital to the state's economy. This support will help ensure that the airport can continue to keep people traveling safely and inc… Continue Reading
06.24.14
Senators Stabenow, Levin Announce Support for Three Northern Michigan Airports
U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow and Carl Levin today announced support for the Cherry Capital Airport, Charlevoix Municipal Airport and Alpena County Regional Airport to rehabilitate their runways and purchase new equipment. The support comes through the U.S. Department of Transportation. Senator Stabenow said: "Making sure passengers are able to travel to and from Northern Michigan is vital to the state's economy. This support will help ensure that the airport can continue to keep people travelin… Continue Reading
06.23.14
Chairwoman Stabenow Announces Support for Two Iosco County Farmers’ Markets
U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow, Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, today announced support for two Iosco County farmers' markets. The grants, made available through the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Rural Development Economic Impact Initiative Grant Program, will be used to help establish a farmers' market and small business incubator in Oscoda Charter Township and construct a year-round farmers' market pavilion in Tawas City."When we grow things here and… Continue Reading
06.23.14
Protecting Michigan's Coastline and Natural Treasures for Future Generations
The Michigan Coastal Management Program will receive more than $2.5 million from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to address protection of shore lands and coastal ecosystems, public access and recreation, and coastal community development, Sens. Debbie Stabenow and Carl Levin announced today. "Families across Michigan spend their summers on our state's coasts, relaxing on the beach and hiking the dunes," said Sen. Stabenow. "This support will help protect these natural treasur… Continue Reading
06.23.14
Senator Stabenow Applauds Announcement of $8 Million for Farmers to Support Honey Bee Populations in Michigan, Midwest
U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow, Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, today applauded the announcement that Michigan is among five states that will receive $8 million to help farmers and ranchers establish new habitats for declining honey bee populations. Honey bees, which have been declining for years, are a crucial part of Michigan's thriving agricultural economy. More than 130 fruits and vegetables depend on honey bees for pollination, but diseases, parasit… Continue Reading
06.18.14
Senators Stabenow, Levin Announce Support for Two Southeast Michigan Fire Departments to Improve Operations and Safety
U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow and Carl Levin today announced support for the City of Dearborn and the City of Roseville fire departments to improve operations and safety. The grants come through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program. Senator Stabenow said, "Across Southeast Michigan, our firefighters provide courageous service to communities like Dearborn and Roseville. This grant makes sure they have the resources they need to perform their duties … Continue Reading
06.18.14
Senators Stabenow, Levin Announce Support for the City of Saginaw Fire Department to Improve Operations and Safety
U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow and Carl Levin today announced support for the City of Saginaw Fire Department to improve operations and safety. The $64,026 grant comes from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program. Senator Stabenow said, "Across Michigan, our firefighters provide courageous service to communities like Saginaw. This grant makes sure they have the resources they need to perform their duties safely and protect the public." Senator Levin sa… Continue Reading
06.18.14
Senators Stabenow and Levin Announce Millions of Dollars in PILT Payments for Michigan Counties
U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow and Carl Levin today announced that Michigan counties will receive millions of dollars of support made possible through the bipartisan 2014 Farm Bill. The $4.6 million in federal Payments In Lieu of Taxes (PILT) will offset the loss of property tax revenue from nontaxable federal property, such as National Forests. "Thanks to the bipartisan Farm Bill passed earlier this year, communities across Michigan can count on this important funding to pay for roads, police a… Continue Reading
06.18.14
Senators Stabenow, Levin Urge Secretary Kerry to Protect Great Lakes, Stop Canada from Storing Nuclear Waste Near Lake Huron
U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow and Carl Levin today sent a letter to U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry urging him to engage with the Canadian government and the International Joint Commission to stop a Canadian proposal to store nuclear waste in Ontario, less than one mile from the shores of Lake Huron. Building a nuclear waste site so close to the Great Lakes increases the potential of a spill or contamination, which could devastate our $7 billion dollar fishing industry on the Lakes, hurt the… Continue Reading
06.17.14
Biobased Manufacturing: Creating Michigan Jobs
Senator Debbie Stabenow, Chairwoman of the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, today said that biobased companies are creating jobs across the country and helping to grow the economy through new innovations in manufacturing. Stabenow's comments came during a Committee hearing that examined how companies are taking advantage of homegrown agriculture - instead of petroleum - to make new products, spurring a new wave in innovative manufacturing that's growing the economy a… Continue Reading
06.12.14
Senator Stabenow Statement on Situation in Iraq
U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow today made the following statement regarding the ongoing situation in Iraq: "I am horrified by the current situation in Iraq, and I share the deep concerns of many families in Michigan who are frightened for friends and family members in Iraq. The Iraqi government must do everything possible to protect all of its citizens from further violence, particularly those who may be targeted by extremists. I will continue to closely monitor events on the ground." … Continue Reading
06.12.14
Senators Stabenow, Levin Announce Support for Four Southeast Michigan Fire Departments
U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow and Carl Levin today announced support for four Southeast Michigan fire departments to improve operations and safety. The Allen Park Fire Department will also receive support to help purchase a new fire fighting vehicle. The support comes from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program. Senator Stabenow said, "Our firefighters provide courageous service to communities across Southeast Michigan. This grant makes sure they ha… Continue Reading
06.12.14
Senators Stabenow, Levin Announce Support for Otsego County Fire Department to Improve Operations and Safety
U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow and Carl Levin today announced support for the Otsego County Fire Department to improve operations and safety. The $233,890 grant comes from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program. Senator Stabenow said, "Across Michigan, our firefighters provide courageous service to communities like Gaylord. This grant makes sure they have the resources they need to perform their duties safely and protect the public." Senator Levin sai… Continue Reading
06.12.14
Senators Stabenow, Levin Announce Support for Ironwood Fire Department to Improve Operations and Safety
U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow and Carl Levin today announced support for the Ironwood Fire Department to improve operations and safety. The $13,680 grant comes from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program. Senator Stabenow said, "Across Michigan, our firefighters provide courageous service to communities like Ironwood. This grant makes sure they have the resources they need to perform their duties safely and protect the public." Senator Levin said, "E… Continue Reading
06.11.14
Senate Passes Bill to Restore Accountability, Reduce Wait Times at the Department of Veterans Affairs
The Senate today passed legislation to restore accountability at the Department of Veterans Affairs and reduce wait times at VA facilities so veterans can get the health care they deserve. The Veterans' Access to Care Through Choice, Accountability, and Transparency Act of 2014 brings immediate accountability to the VA that will strengthen the Department's ability to fire senior managers and officials responsible for poor performance at VA health facilities. It also takes steps to reduce wait t… Continue Reading
06.11.14
Chairwoman Stabenow Announces Support for Ontonagon County to Buy New Police Vehicle
U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow, Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, today announced support for the Ontonagon County Sheriff's Department. The funding comes through the USDA's Rural Development Community Facility Grant program, which funds critical infrastructure within rural communities across the country. The $14,000 grant will be used to help the community buy a new police vehicle to use in heavy snow conditions. "Our first responders provide invaluable se… Continue Reading
06.11.14
Chairwoman Stabenow Announces Support for Seniors in Clare County
U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow, Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, today announced support for Clare County Senior Services, which serves nearly 80,000 meals per year through its Senior Nutrition Program. The funding comes through the USDA's Rural Development Community Facility Loan program, which funds critical infrastructure within rural communities across the country. The $135,000 loan will be used to buy a new facility to use as a Senior Services Buildin… Continue Reading
06.11.14
Senators Stabenow, Levin Announce Support for Gerald R. Ford International Airport
U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow and Carl Levin today announced support for the Gerald R. Ford International Airport to purchase an aircraft rescue and fire fighting vehicle, rehabilitate runway lighting, and build a deicing containment facility. The $3,800,000 grant comes through the U.S. Department of Transportation. Senator Stabenow said: "Making sure passengers are able to travel to and from West Michigan is vital to the state's economy," said Stabenow. "This support will help ensure that the … Continue Reading
