Fred Uptonحساب موثّق

I joined forces with the entire MI Congressional Delegation in working in support of bringing a new cyber mission to SW MI. This new Cyber Squadron puts Southwest Michigan on the front lines of protecting our nation against the ever-evolving threat of cyberattacks.

The recent Defense funding bill gave U.S. troops a 2.6 percent raise—their biggest pay raise in nine years—recognizing the dedication of the more than 1.3 million active-duty troops.

I have always voted to ensure the brave men and women of our Armed Forces have the resources and training necessary to succeed on and off the battlefield. #MI06

Learn more about our efforts here: https://upton.house.gov/opioids/ 

As I’ve heard directly from our local leaders, it’s clear we need an effort that goes after those who overprescribe, improves treatment & prevention efforts, gives our law enforcement better tools, cracks down on fentanyl, helps develop non-addictive pain medications, & more.

This year, we worked together to pass H.R. 6, the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act. This is a bipartisan, bicameral agreement and is expected to be signed into law soon.

Additionally, as part of our 21st Century Cures Act, more than $1 billion was allocated to states to address opioid addiction treatment & prevention. #Michigan was on the receiving end of more than $32 million in grant funding. This funding will have a real impact. #MI06

In 2016, we got signed into law a sweeping package of laws aimed at attacking the opioid epidemic from all sides. This critical legislation included more than a dozen bills passed by @HouseCommerce & I proudly chaired the House/Senate Conf. Committee that finalized the package.

We've long been committed to taking action on the tragic opioid abuse epidemic that has hit communities here in Southwest Michigan & across the country. In response, I've helped lead the charge to pass bipartisan legislation to address this epidemic. #MI06