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U.S. Senator proudly representing the state of Michigan.

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    Oct 2

    ⚡️ “Senate Hearing on PFAS: The Risks to Human Health”

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  2. Oct 17

    Nothing quite like vs week. Can’t wait for the game Saturday! We have a divided family back home but (sorry to my daughter Maddy)—Anyone have fun family traditions?

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  3. Oct 15

    In Michigan we know the long-term risk for kids exposed to lead in drinking water—it’s an issue Detroit, Flint & school districts across America are dealing with now. I joined & my colleagues in urging immediate actions to protect students:

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  4. Oct 12

    On , we celebrate the integral role of Michigan’s 52,000+ farms in our state’s identity. From cherries and apples, to soy, sugar beets and livestock, Michigan farmers feed our families, employ our workers and drive our economy.

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  5. Oct 12

    Trump Admin abruptly removed the leader of office protecting kids’ health while MI kids have been exposed to harmful lead and PFAS. & I demand answers on how they’ll protect children’s health

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  6. Oct 10

    The Senate today had a chance to protect people w/pre-existing conditions and stop the Trump Administration’s expansion of plans that don’t cover basic, essential health benefits. Unfortunately Senate Republicans blocked this bill from moving forward.

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  7. Oct 10

    This was just signed into law! Small businesses are the engines of economic growth in Michigan & I’m glad more resources are on the way to protect their patents.

    Good news! The Senate passed my bill with helping small businesses protect their intellectual property and patents! Great way to cap off .
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  8. Oct 10

    Any temporary shutdown of the Soo Locks will have devastating effects on our economy and national security. Proud to work w/ & colleagues to secure authorization for much-needed repairs.

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  9. Oct 10

    is an opportunity to showcase the ways Michigan will continue playing a leading role in automotive innovation for years to come.

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  10. Oct 9

    A career & technical education () is an effective way to close the skills gap and lead to good-paying jobs w/out college debt. Glad my bill to promote awareness of was signed into law last month.

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  11. Oct 9

    Stopped by today to see the great work being done to prepare high-school students for in-demand skills trades jobs in West Michigan.

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  12. Oct 6

    My statement on today’s vote on Judge Kavanaugh’s SCOTUS confirmation →

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  13. Oct 6

    "Judge Kavanaugh’s confirmation will provide only more division in our country and cast a cloud over the decisions of the court for years to come."

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  14. Oct 6

    “Unfortunately, when I examine the record of Judge Kavanaugh, I do not see an open mind. I do not see fairness. I see a partisan ideologue who will do judicial backflips to rule in favor of large corporations, the powerful and the elite.”

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  15. Oct 6

    Heading to the Senate chamber now to tell my colleagues why I’m a no on Judge Kavanaugh’s nomination. Watch it live here →

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  16. Oct 6

    I’ll be on around 9:00am with to talk Judge Kavanaugh’s nomination. Be sure to tune in!

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  17. Oct 5

    We need to work together to tackle this epidemic & I’m glad the President will soon sign a bipartisan bill to do that—including my provisions to expand access to addiction treatment for adolescents and young adults.

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  18. Oct 5

    Almost everyone knows someone whose life has been shattered by the opioid crisis. This has gone on for too long.

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  19. Oct 5

    Happy ! Manufacturing is in our state’s DNA—from the Arsenal of Democracy during WWII to today’s 21st century cutting-edge innovations, MI has always been a leader when it comes to making things

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  20. Oct 4

    Did you know airports are actually REQUIRED to use fire-fighting foams containing ? That makes no sense. I’m glad my provision that’s set to be signed into law will allow airports to phase out use of these dangerous chemicals

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  21. Oct 4

    contamination is a serious danger to human health & Michiganders know all too well the risks exposure can pose. I helped lead a hearing last week to bring more federal attention to this crisis. Check out the highlights via .

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