Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-06) today announced the American Center for Mobility (ACM) in Ypsilanti will receive $2,034,651 in funding from the U.S. Department of Energy Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy (ARPA-E) for the NEXTCAR Phase-II Program. The title of the project is Measurement of Energy Efficiency through Track Testing within Augmented Reality Integrated Simulations… Read more »
Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-06) today led eight members of Congress in sending a letter to U.S. Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo and U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai urging them to take action to address the danger posed by the expansion of Chinese automotive exports threatening the vitality of the U.S. automotive sector.
“The influx of low-cost Chinese vehicles… Read more »
Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-06) released the following statement on the White House announcement that the Department of Commerce will open an inquiry into national security risks posed by connected vehicles from countries of concern, including China.
“As our vehicles become smarter, safer, and cleaner with emerging technologies, it’s important we fully… Read more »
Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-06) today announced the Wayne County Airport Authority will receive $2,191,869 from the Department of Transportation (DOT) for the construction of a new taxiway at Willow Run Airport. This is the third phase of funding for the new taxiway, which consists of relocating weather reporting equipment and FAA radio transmitters and receivers.
“Willow… Read more »
Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-06) today announced $9.5 million from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) for three projects in Michigan’s sixth district to advance research and development of electric vehicle batteries and charging systems. The funding will lower the cost of EV batteries using inexpensive, abundant materials, improve the efficiency and convenience of public… Read more »
Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-06) yesterday delivered her annual State of the District Address at the Southern Wayne County Regional Chamber Legislative Forum.
In her remarks, Rep. Dingell provided updates on legislative successes from the previous year for the Downriver community, including federal investments in infrastructure, manufacturing, clean energy, and environmental… Read more »
Dear Friend,
Happy New Year! For those of us in the sixth congressional district of Michigan, 2024 began on a high note with Michigan’s win at the Rose Bowl. May this victory be an omen for the new year. I know these young men, and as I watched them accept their trophy after the game, their message was clear and something we all should take to heart: teamwork. They are a team… Read more »
Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-06) today joined the Department of Transportation and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the announcement of an Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPRM) in support of HALT Act provisions to require impaired driving prevention technology in all new vehicles.
The HALT Act, led by Congresswoman Dingell and Senator Ben Ray… Read more »
Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-06) today announced the City of Ann Arbor has been selected by the Department of Energy (DOE) to receive up to $588,000 to design a community geothermal heating and cooling system. The Ann Arbor project will be a looped geothermal system paired with efficiency improvements, rooftop solar, and battery storage that covers at least 75% of the heating and… Read more »
Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-06) today announced the U.S. Department of Transportation will grant Willow Run Airport $12,780,187 to construct a new taxiway.
“Willow Run Airport is a critical juncture for commerce, cargo, and general aviation,” said Dingell. “The strength and viability of Willow Run Airport are critical for jobs and our regional economy. I am proud to have worked with… Read more »
