Us Representative Tim Walberg (mi-7)
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Tim Walberg reflects on community contributions and national policy issues
Rep. Tim Walberg highlighted local achievements and critiqued national economic policies in recent social media posts dated November 23 and November 25.
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Tim Walberg anticipates collaboration with Trump for national safety measures
In a series of tweets by Rep. Tim Walberg dated November 22-23, he discussed collaborating with Donald Trump and the House GOP to address national safety concerns and antisemitism while also highlighting regulatory reforms for workers' benefits
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Tim Walberg addresses broadband funding inefficiencies and campus antisemitism
Rep. Tim Walberg recently tweeted about several topics including federal broadband funding inefficiencies and antisemitism on university campuses as of November 21-22, 2024.
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Tim Walberg emphasizes educational reform and endorses Linda McMahon for Secretary
In recent tweets dated November 19-20, Rep. Tim Walberg addressed concerns about educational standards and proposed reforms for the Department of Education while endorsing Linda McMahon as Secretary of Education.
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Tim Walberg supports Linda McMahon's nomination as Secretary of Education
On November 20, 2024, Rep. Tim Walberg voiced his support for Linda McMahon's nomination as Secretary of Education through several tweets emphasizing the need for educational reform aligned with job markets and apprenticeships' role in workforce...
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Tim Walberg addresses education concerns and promotes apprenticeship programs
U.S Congressman Tim Walberg recently criticized the Department of Education's handling of FAFSA applications while expressing concern about campus safety for Jewish students and advocating for apprenticeships during National Apprenticeship Week...
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Tim Walberg criticizes Secretary Cardona's leadership; praises Brendan Carr's appointment
In recent tweets dated November 16-18, Rep. Tim Walberg critiques Secretary Miguel Cardona's handling of educational policies while praising Brendan Carr's new role as FCC Chairman under Trump's endorsement.
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Walberg Grills Columbia President over Lack of Repercussions for Antisemitism
Washington, D.C. -- Today, Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-05) pressed Columbia President Minouche Shafik about Professor Joseph Massad's controversial statements regarding the October 7 terrorist attack. Massad's remarks, where he described the slaughter of nearly 1200 Jews in positive terms, have sparked outrage. This is not the first time Professor Massad has been involved in such controversies. In 2005, an investigation by Columbia corroborated allegations that Massad had told a Jewish student to "get out of my classroom" after questioning his views.During the exchange,...
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Walberg Demands Answers on Tutor.com's Ties to the CCP
Washington, D.C. -- Today, U.S. Representative Tim Walberg (MI-05) has taken a stand regarding the national security and child privacy concerns surrounding Tutor.com, an online tutoring platform widely used in school districts across the United States. In a letter addressed to Secretary Cardona, Walberg, along with twelve colleagues, raised questions about Tutor.com's ties to the Chinese government and its potential risks to sensitive information.The lawmakers expressed their worries in the letter, stating, “Tutor.com collects sensitive data on its users and tutors,...
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Walberg, Castor Introduce Comprehensive Children's Privacy Bill
Reps. Tim Walberg (R-MI) and Kathy Castor (D-FL) have introduced the Children and Teens’ Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA 2.0), a bipartisan effort to modernize and strengthen the existing online privacy law for children, the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). The new bill aims to address the pressing need for enhanced protections for children and teenagers facing online threats in the digital age.Rep. Walberg emphasized the importance of updating the law to protect vulnerable youth, stating, "Children and teens are facing unprecedented pressure and...
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Walberg Issues Statement on Devastating EV Rule
Washington, D.C. -- Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-05) expressed deep concerns following the Environmental Protection Agency's finalization of the rule titled “Multi-Pollutant Emissions Standards for Model Year 2027 and Later Light-Duty and Medium-Duty Vehicles.”In his statement, Walberg highlighted the widespread opposition to the rule within the auto industry, stating, "The finalization of this rule is devastating news for Michigan, the auto industry, and American families." He criticized the lack of flexibility in the rule and its potential negative impacts on...
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Walberg Announces 2024 Congressional Art Competition
Washington, D.C.-- Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-05) has announced the commencement of the 2024 Congressional Art Competition, inviting high school students from the 5th District to participate. The winning artwork will be showcased in the Cannon Tunnel to the U.S. Capitol, alongside pieces from other congressional districts nationwide."I consider it an honor to host this competition each year, and provide a platform for art students in Michigan’s 5th Congressional District to highlight their work and creative gifts," expressed Rep. Walberg.Expressing his admiration for...
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Walberg Applauds Passage of Bipartisan Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act
Washington, D.C. -- Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-05) expressed his satisfaction following the House's approval of H.R. 7521, Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act. "Foreign-controlled social media platforms, like TikTok, pose a significant national security threat according to experts," said Rep. Walberg. "Today's overwhelmingly bipartisan vote reflects an urgency to prevent adversaries from spying on Americans and abusing their personal data. If this legislation is enacted, TikTok will be forced to either break off its connection with the...
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Walberg-Backed Energy Bill Passes House
Washington, D.C. - In a significant move towards energy independence, Congressman Tim Walberg (R-MI) has voted in favor of H.R. 7176, the Unlocking our Domestic LNG Potential Act. The bill, which passed the House by a vote of 224-200, aims to reverse the indefinite ban on the issuance of export permits for liquefied natural gas (LNG) to non-Free Trade Agreement countries, as announced by the Biden administration in January.By lifting all Department of Energy (DOE) restrictions on the import and export of natural gas, H.R. 7176 seeks to address concerns regarding the ban's...
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Walberg Statement on Impeachment of Secretary Mayorkas
Washington, D.C. - Congressman Tim Walberg (R-MI) has expressed his support for the impeachment of Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. In a statement released on February 13, 2024, Walberg highlighted several concerns regarding Secretary Mayorkas' performance and actions.According to Walberg, there have been over 8.3 million illegal border crossings across the nation under Secretary Mayorkas' leadership. Additionally, 1.7 million individuals, known as "gotaways," have successfully evaded the U.S. Border Patrol. These statistics raise...
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House Passes Walberg’s Bipartisan Bill to Fight Human Trafficking
The House of Representatives has unanimously passed the Enhancing Detection of Human Trafficking Act, a bipartisan bill introduced by Congressman Tim Walberg, Congressman Gregorio Kilili Camacho Sablan, and Congresswoman Ann Wagner. The bill, known as H.R. 443, aims to ensure that the Department of Labor effectively trains its employees in recognizing and responding to human trafficking.In a statement, Congressman Walberg emphasized the importance of this legislation in the fight against human trafficking. He highlighted the failure of multiple agencies to track...
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Walberg Introduces Bill to Help Ensure Elderly Have Access to Affordable Companion Care
Washington, D.C. - Reps. Tim Walberg (MI-05), Larry Bucshon (IN-08), and Adrian Smith (NE-03) have introduced the Ensuring Access to Affordable and Quality Home Care for Seniors and People with Disabilities Act. The legislation aims to reverse an Obama-era Department of Labor rule and ensure that seniors and individuals with disabilities have access to affordable companion care.The legislation seeks to restore the exemption under the Fair Labor Standards Act for home caregivers employed by a third-party employer or living with the individual receiving care. This exemption...
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Walberg, Cruz, Crapo lead 120 Lawmakers Demanding NHTSA Withdraw CAFE Standards
Washington, D.C. -- Congressman Tim Walberg (R-MI-5), Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX), and Senator Mike Crapo (R-ID) are leading a group of 120 lawmakers in demanding the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) withdraw its proposed Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards for passenger cars and light trucks. The lawmakers argue that the proposed standards do not comply with federal law and would place an unrealistic burden on automakers.The proposed CAFE standards would require automakers to double their average fleet-wide fuel economy to 58 miles per...
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Walberg's Enhancing Detection of Human Trafficking Act Advanced by Committee
The House Committee on Education and the Workforce has unanimously voted in favor of advancing H.R. 443, the Enhancing Detection of Human Trafficking Act. This bill, introduced by Congressman Tim Walberg, Congressman Gregorio Kilili Camacho Sablan, and Congresswoman Ann Wagner, aims to equip Department of Labor employees with the necessary training to identify and respond to cases of human trafficking. Congressman Walberg emphasized the urgency of addressing human trafficking, stating, "For nearly 15 years, the United States has recognized January as National Human...
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House Passes Walberg Bill to Protect Automobile Choice
Washington, D.C. - The Choice in Automobile Retail Sales (CARS) Act, introduced by Congressman Tim Walberg and Andrew Clyde, has been passed by the House with bipartisan support. The bill aims to prevent the implementation of aggressive emission standards for light and medium-duty vehicles that limit consumer choice by requiring over two-thirds of all new vehicles to be electric by 2032. It also seeks to prevent the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) from implementing future vehicle emissions regulations that would mandate certain technologies or limit the availability...