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Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Jack Bergman (MI-1)

Today, Representative Jack Bergman announced he has secured more than $6.8 million in Community Project Funding to support critical public safety and water infrastructure projects across Michigan’s First Congressional District. These projects were included in the Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act, which passed the House and is expected to move quickly through the Senate and then to President Trump for signature.

The funding will deliver direct investments to local governments to strengthen law enforcement capabilities, modernize aging water systems, and improve wastewater treatment services for residents and businesses throughout the region.

“These projects are about meeting real needs in our communities,” said Bergman. “From replacing outdated patrol vehicles to upgrading essential water and wastewater infrastructure, this funding will help keep our communities safe, protect public health, and ensure our towns and cities are prepared for the future. I will always fight to deliver results that directly benefit the people of Northern Michigan and the Upper Peninsula.”

The following community projects were included in the funding:

• $385,000 for Houghton County to replace aging patrol vehicles and enhance public safety capabilities.

• $1,000,000 for the Village of Beulah to support wastewater treatment improvements and system reliability.

• $3,000,000 for the Charter Township of Grayling to advance a municipal water service project critical to PFAS-impacted residents near the Grayling Army Airfield.

• $750,000 for the City of Escanaba to fund water infrastructure improvements.

• $750,000 for the City of Escanaba to upgrade water mains and service lines, reducing the risk of breaks and service disruptions.

• $1,000,000 for the City of Tawas City to support its Primary Transmission Main Project and strengthen water delivery systems.

Bergman emphasized that many communities in Michigan’s First District face unique challenges due to aging infrastructure, rural geography, and limited local tax bases.

“These investments help relieve pressure on local taxpayers while ensuring our communities have the infrastructure they need to thrive,” Bergman added. “I will continue working with local leaders to advocate for responsible federal support that delivers measurable value back home.”

Approval of these six projects comes just weeks after Representative Bergman secured more than $5.8 million for six community projects to upgrade and support essential community facilities in Alpena, Alcona, Iron, Kalkaska, and Dickinson Counties through the Continuing Appropriations, Agriculture, Legislative Branch, Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, and Extensions Act.

Community Project Funding allows Members of Congress to directly advocate for high-priority projects identified by local governments, ensuring federal dollars are targeted to the most pressing needs at the community level.

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Earl L Buddy Carter (GA-01)

Headline: Carter supplies $1.75 million in funding for Port Wentworth water system upgrades

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. Earl L. “Buddy” Carter (R-GA) today announced $1.75 million in funding to expand Port Wentworth, Georgia’s water and sewer infrastructure as part of the House-passed Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act, 2026. 

This funding will support the city’s rapid growth, fueled by recent economic development projects, and provide enhanced services for current residents. 

“Growth along our coast is booming, and Port Wentworth is a prime example. As a former mayor of a fast-growing Coastal Georgia city, I understand the pressures that new developments put on our water and sewer infrastructure and the need to plan for not just current, but also future, residents. This funding will go a long way towards providing a strong, bright future for Port Wentworth and the wonderful people who call it home,” said Rep. Carter. 

“In the City of Port Wentworth, GA, the need for expanded water and sewer infrastructure is driven by its status as one of the fastest-growing cities in Georgia. With the population projected to potentially exceed 20,000 in 2027, the current utility systems must be upgraded to accommodate rapid residential development. The city is currently managing a significant surge in demand from new residents, and commercial projects and critical upgrades are needed in our socially and economically depressed areas. The funding to mitigate flooding and improve the quality of life for residents in flood-prone areas is a high priority for this funding request. The proposed funding will assist the city in improving its current infrastructure and greatly assist the city in meeting the increasing demand for services. Without this critical funding, the city could fail to meet its demand for reliable water/sewer services and flood prevention implementation,” said Steve Davis, Port Wentworth City Manager.

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Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Sean Casten (IL-06)

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Stacey E. Plaskett (USVI)

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Hakeem Jeffries (8th District of New York)

Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries held a press conference, where he emphasized that House Democrats know the American people deserve better, which is why we took decisive action to restore the ACA tax credits and lower healthcare costs and are demanding that John Thune and Senate Republicans pass the bill now.

Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries held a press conference, where he emphasized that House Democrats know the American people deserve better, which is why we took decisive action to restore the ACA tax credits and lower healthcare costs and are demanding that John Thune and Senate Republicans pass the bill now.

LEADER JEFFRIES: Last week, House Democrats delivered a decisive victory for the American people by passing legislation to extend the Affordable Care Act tax credits by three years and protecting the healthcare of tens of millions of Americans who otherwise might experience dramatically increased health insurance premiums. The bill passed by the House is now over in the Senate. It’s a bill that was passed on a bipartisan basis, every single House Democrat joined by 17 House Republicans. The only path forward at this moment is for Senate Republicans to do the right thing by the American people and pass the damn bill that we sent over to you. There’s no reason to do anything other than that. The healthcare of tens of millions of Americans is otherwise at risk. We’re talking about working class Americans, middle class Americans and everyday Americans, who deserve the same level of certainty that Senate Republicans provided to their billionaire donors when they passed massive tax breaks for the wealthy, the well-off and the well-connected as part of their One Big Ugly Bill last July, yet working class Americans, middle class Americans and everyday Americans have been forced to wait month after month after month. 

Enough with the partisanship, enough with the gamesmanship, enough with the foolishness at this point in time. Pass the bill that we know currently in the Senate has majority support—every single Senate Democrat and at least four Senate Republicans who’ve previously supported a three-year extension of the Affordable Care Act tax credits. From the very beginning of this fight, Democrats have made our position clear. Cancel the cuts, lower the cost, save healthcare, beginning with a three-year extension of the Affordable Care Act tax credits. We’ve never wavered from that position. And against all odds, we’ve passed the bill on a bipartisan basis. It’s now over in the Senate because Democrats are actually committed to saving healthcare and lowering the high cost of living for everyday Americans. That’s who we fight for—every day, every week, every month, year after year. And we’re in this fight until we win this fight for the American people.

Full press conference can be watched here.

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Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Ben Cline (VA-06)

Rep. Cline’s Bill to Strengthen Bankruptcy System Passes the House, Heads to President’s Desk

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Haley Stevens (MI-11)

WASHINGTON, D.C. – This weekend, a fire severely damaged the historic Beth Israel Congregation in Jackson, Mississippi in an act of suspected arson.

In response to the attack on the Beth Israel Congregation in Jackson, Mississippi, MI Congresswoman Haley Stevens issued the following statement. 

“The attack on the Beth Israel Congregation is a painful reminder that antisemitism remains a real and dangerous threat in our country. 

“This violence echoes the horrors of the 1967 bombing by the Ku Klux Klan — an act of evil that sought to silence the congregation’s calls for civil rights and equal justice. Neither bombs then nor fire today will break the resilience or spirit of this community. 

“Antisemitism has no place in Mississippi or Michigan or anywhere in America. The Jewish community deserves to feel safe practicing their faith. When hatred targets one community, it threatens us all. I stand in solidarity with the members of Beth Israel Congregation and Jewish families across our country. We must be unequivocal in condemning this act. I am grateful for the swift response by authorities and will continue fighting to ensure that our communities are protected and those responsible are held fully accountable. 

“Now more than ever, we must come together to reject hatred and reaffirm our shared commitment to dignity, safety, and respect for one another.”

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Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Norma Torres (35th District of California)

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02)

Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (R-MI), Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on South and Central Asia and Co-Chair of the Congressional Burma Caucus, introduced bipartisan legislation to redesignate Burma for Temporary Protected Status (TPS). On November 25^th, 2025, the Trump Administration terminated the designation of Burma for TPS, concluding that Burma no longer meets the designation criteria. This termination is effective on January 26, 2026.

“The Department of Homeland Security’s decision to terminate Temporary Protected Status for Burma deeply misconstrues the reality of the situation on the ground,” said Congressman Bill Huizenga. “The most recent junta-run sham election should be viewed as a rigged farce and nothing more. The United States must recognize that the junta cannot possibly meet the standard of holding a free and fair election while they murder innocent Burmese civilians who disagree with them. Forcing Burmese who have legally taken refuge in the United States to return to an ongoing civil war is antithetical to the purpose of TPS. As Co-chair of the Congressional Burma Caucus, I am proud to champion this legislative effort and call on the Trump Administration to reverse their misguided decision.”

This bill was co-led by Reps. Ami Bera (D-CA), Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on East Asia and the Pacific, Rep. Sydney Kamlager-Dove (D-CA), Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on South and Central Asia, Rep. Gregory Meeks (D-NY), Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, Rep. Betty McCollum (D-MN), Co-Chair of the Congressional Burma Caucus, and Rep. Tim Kennedy (D-NY).

“Extending TPS for Burmese nationals is a matter of basic humanity and common sense,” said Rep. Ami Bera. “Thousands of individuals who fled violence and repression in Burma are taking refuge in the United States. They are raising families, contributing to our economy, and strengthening our communities. Forcing them to return to a country still gripped by war and instability would put their lives at risk. The United States must continue to stand with the Burmese people and ensure that those taking refuge in our nation can remain until peace and stability returns to Burma.”

“It is inhumane to send people back to Burma as the junta continues to kill people,” said House Foreign Affairs Committee Ranking Member Gregory Meeks. “Once again, the Administration’s rationale for ending TPS is inconsistent with reality – Burma is not safe. Congress must step in to ensure that we’re not sending men, women, and children back to be faced with imprisonment, torture, and death.”

“The Administration’s decision to terminate Temporary Protected Status for Burmese citizens is a death sentence for those being forced to return to an ongoing armed conflict and genocide,” said Rep. Sydney Kamlager-Dove. “The United States has a moral obligation to protect people fleeing violence, deprivation, and persecution. That responsibility is precisely why the TPS program was created. I am proud to join Rep. Huizenga in introducing this crucial legislation to reinstate TPS for Burma.”

“Since the end of World War II, the people of Burma have endured escalating humanitarian crises resulting from its ongoing civil war. Hundreds of thousands of Burmese fled their country to find safe haven here in the United States and have since put down roots; starting businesses, raising families, and becoming integral parts of our communities, including in Minnesota’s Fourth District. Ending Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for these individuals puts them in serious danger – this bipartisan legislation corrects this mistake and redesignates Burma for TPS so that these individuals can remain safely in the United States.” – Congressional Burma Caucus Co-Chair Betty McCollum

“Western New Yorkers know firsthand that our communities are stronger when we support families, especially those who are fleeing violence and working hard to build their lives in America,” said Rep. Tim Kennedy. “Stripping temporary protected status from our Burmese neighbors and sending them back to a wartorn country leaves a void in the communities they’ve strengthened, the workplaces they sustain, and the local economies they help grow, and it betrays our values. I am proud to co-lead this critical legislation to reverse the administration’s decision and do the right thing by redesignating TPS for Burma.”

Background

Temporary Protected Status was originally created by Congress in 1990. Under current law, the Secretary of Homeland Security can designate a country for TPS for certain periods if the country meets one or more of the following conditions, subject to periodic review:

(1) ongoing armed conflict (2) environmental disaster; or  (3) extraordinary and temporary conditions in a foreign state that prevent its nationals from safely returning, unless the Secretary finds that allowing its nationals to temporarily stay in the United States is against the U.S. national interest.

On November 19, 2025, Congressman Huizenga hosted a joint subcommittee hearing titled “No Exit Strategy: Burma’s Endless Crisis and America’s Limited Options,” where Huizenga discussed the horrors on the ground and the junta’s attempts to host a sham election. You can view his remarks here.

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (12th District of Michigan)

Representatives Debbie Dingell (MI-06) and Rashida Tlaib (MI-12) today sent a letter to Postmaster General David Steiner following up on their November 2025 request for answers about the death of Nicholas John Acker of Trenton at the USPS Detroit Network Distribution Center (NDC) in Allen Park. 
 
In response to their November letter, the Postal Service wrote that the circumstances around Mr. Acker’s death are currently being investigated by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and that it would be “inappropriate for the Postal Service to preempt OSHA’s work or share draft of partial information before the investigations are completed.” In addition, the Postal Service Serious Accident Investigation Board (SAIB) has begun an investigation of Acker’s death.
 
“As we continue to await answers from the OSHA and Postal Service SAIB review, we want to emphasize that countless family members of Mr. Acker, alongside concerned community members, continue to come to our office seeking answers that we do not have,” the lawmakers write. “Many are unable to find closure and do not understand how this tragedy could have occurred. It is imperative that these individuals receive comprehensive information about the scope of this incident, and that assurances are made that the Postal Service is taking all possible steps to ensure another incident of this nature never happens again.”
 
“Other employees who work at the facility have expressed concerns to us about their safety and seriously question if the factors that contributed to Mr. Acker’s death pose an immediate risk to their safety on the job. In addition, while the response we received stated, “no management official instructed Mr. Acker to disregard any safety policies while he was working at the Detroit National Distribution Center,” it did not mention the union filed an Article 14 grievance,” the lawmakers continue. “The grievance stated that management was putting pressure on staff to look for letters while the handling machine was operating, and while we appreciate your assurances, we request a copy of the official response to the union grievance.”
 
“As we continue to await the answers to questions that have arisen from this unnecessary tragedy, we also request an opportunity to tour the Detroit NDC facility in Allen Park,” the lawmakers conclude. “We ask that you respond to this scheduling request within two weeks. Ensuring worker safety remains our top priority. Thank you for your continued attention to this matter, and we look forward to your full and prompt response.”
 
View the full text of the letter here.