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State Rep. Lightner "These claims must be investigated.”

By South Michigan News Report | Sep 15, 2023

State Representative Sarah Lightner of Michigan has called for a comprehensive investigation into staffing shortages and potential labor regulation violations within the state's Department of Corrections. This inquiry aims to address concerns such as low staffing levels, violations of the Family and Medical Leave Act, and breaches of mandatory overtime limits. The main goal is to ensure the well-being of both employees and inmates within Michigan's state prisons.

Amid Surging Gas Prices, Walberg Calls for Senate Vote on H.R. 1

By South Michigan News Report | Aug 21, 2023

Michigan’s average gas prices are up 37 cents per gallon over the past month. According to AAA, the average price is $3.92 per gallon for regular unleaded gas, up from $3.76 last week, which was previously the record high for 2023.

Walberg Bills to Block Biden EV Rule, Bridge Digital Divide Advanced by Committee

By South Michigan News Report | Aug 2, 2023

On July 27, 2023, the House Committee on Energy and Commerce voted to advance two pieces of legislation introduced by Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-05): Choice in Automobile Retail Sales (CARS) Act and Proper Leadership to Align Networks (PLAN) for Broadband Act.

Walberg, Dingell Lead Effort Urging Administration to Limit Chinese Autonomous Vehicle Operations in U.S.

By South Michigan News Report | Jul 25, 2023

Representatives Tim Walberg (R-MI), Debbie Dingell (D-MI), Bob Latta (R-OH), and Marc Veasy (D-TX) sent a bipartisan letter to Department of Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg and Department of Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo urging the Administration to investigate and limit the operations of autonomous vehicles made by Chinese companies in the United States, as a matter of national security and competitiveness.

Walberg Votes for Largest Raise for Service Members in 20 years

By South Michigan News Report | Jul 21, 2023

On July 14, 2023, Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-05) voted for FY24 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) as it passed the House.

Monroe News: Rep. Walberg visits Berlin Township after securing funds for Waste Water Plant upgrade

By South Michigan News Report | Jul 13, 2023

The Berlin Township Waste Water Treatment Plant hosted a visit from U.S. Rep. Tim Walberg on Monday following the approval of federal project funds for improvements at the plant

Walberg & Kuster Lead Bipartisan, Bicameral Bill to Streamline Broadband Efforts

By South Michigan News Report | Jul 11, 2023

U.S. Representatives Tim Walberg (R-MI) and Annie Kuster (D-NH) were joined by U.S. Senators Roger Wicker (R-MS), Ben Ray Luján (D-NM), John Thune (R-SD), and Peter Welch (D-VT) to introduce the Proper Leadership to Align Networks (PLAN) for Broadband Act

Walberg Leads Bill to Protect Automobile Choice

By South Michigan News Report | Jul 10, 2023

Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-05) and Andrew Clyde (GA-09) led 18 colleagues in introducing the Choice in Automobile Retail Sales (CARS) Act of 2023

House Passes Walberg Legislation to Expand Health Care Options for Small Businesses

By South Michigan News Report | Jun 26, 2023

On June 21, 2023, the House passed H.R. 3799, CHOICE Arrangement Act, to expand health care options for working Americans and small businesses

Walberg Urges Department of Justice to Review False Statements Made by TikTok CEO Under Oath

By South Michigan News Report | Jun 12, 2023

June 8, 2023, Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-05) led 12 of his colleagues in sending a letter to U.S. Department of Justice Attorney General Merrick Garland detailing compelling evidence suggesting that TikTok CEO, Shou Zi Chew, provided false testimony under oath while appearing before the House Committee on Energy and Commerce to discuss the data-security practices of TikTok

Walberg’s Bipartisan FAIR Act Considered in Judiciary Subcommittee

By South Michigan News Report | Jun 6, 2023

On June 6, 2023, The House Judiciary Subcommittee on the Constitution and Limited Government held a hearing entitled "Government Litigation and the Need for Reform

Walberg Introduces Bills to Reform National Labor Relations Board, End its Politicization

By South Michigan News Report | Jun 5, 2023

On June 5, 2023, Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-05) introduced the NLRB Reform Act and the Workforce Democracy and Fairness Act to restore fairness in the workplace. The Workforce Democracy and Fairness Act would push back against the NLRB’s activist agenda and protect employees' free choice and employers' free speech

Walberg, Foxx, Chavez-DeRemer Demand Answers from Su on Trafficking of Migrant Children

By South Michigan News Report | May 31, 2023

Rep. Tim Walberg (R-MI), Education and the Workforce Chairwoman Virginia Foxx (R-NC), and Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer (R-OR) sent a letter to Acting Secretary of Labor Julie Su demanding information about recent reports that migrant children – many of whom were under the care of the Department of Health and Human Services – are being trafficked and working illegally in the United States

Walberg Demands Passage of Bill to Fight Fentanyl Crisis

By South Michigan News Report | May 30, 2023

On May 24, 2023, Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-05) spoke on the House floor to demand the passage of H.R. 467, HALT Fentanyl Act, legislation he cosponsored

Walberg, Dingell Lead Michigan Delegation in Urging FDA to Address Chemotherapy Drug Shortages

By South Michigan News Report | May 29, 2023

Representatives Tim Walberg (R-MI) and Debbie Dingell (D-MI) On May 25, led the Michigan Congressional delegation in sending a bipartisan letter to Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Commissioner Dr. Robert Califf to urge the Administration to take immediate action to mitigate the effects of the nationwide shortage of chemotherapy medications

Walberg Announces Winners of 2023 Congressional Art Competition

By South Michigan News Report | May 24, 2023

On May 22, Congressman Tim Walberg announced the winners of the 2023 Congressional Art Competition for Michigan’s 5th District

Energy Emergency Leadership Act Advanced by Energy Subcommittee

By South Michigan News Report | May 23, 2023

On May 17, 2023, the Energy Subcommittee advanced the Energy Emergency Leadership Act, introduced by U.S. Representatives Tim Walberg (R-MI) and Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-DE). This bipartisan piece of legislation passed the House in the 117th Congress with overwhelming support from Members on both sides of the aisle

Walberg Grills Secretary Cardona on School Closures

By South Michigan News Report | May 22, 2023

On May 17, 2023, Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-05) grilled Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona about The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC) consultation with American Federation of Teachers' (AFT) President Randi Weingarten, who provided edits to reopening guidance

Walberg, Blunt Rochester Introduce Bill to Strengthen Workforce Development through Immersive Technology

By South Michigan News Report | May 18, 2023

Congressman Tim Walberg (R-MI) and Congresswoman Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-DE) have introduced the Immersive Technology for the American Workforce Act. This bipartisan legislation would help support community colleges and career and technical education centers in developing programs for workforce development utilizing immersive technology, including virtual reality

Walberg Supports Secure the Border Act

By South Michigan News Report | May 17, 2023

On May 11, Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-05) voted in favor of H.R. 2, Secure the Border Act, as it passed the House. Secure the Border Act would implement a comprehensive set of solutions to improve border security, including resuming construction of the border wall, hiring more Border Patrol agents, reinstating Trump era policies like Remain in Mexico, and reforming the broken asylum process

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