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May 01, 2024
May 1, 2024 - Congressman Shri Thanedar (D-MI) celebrated a significant bipartisan victory as the Plain Language in Contracting Act passed the House of Representatives. This important legislation, introduced by Rep. Thanedar and Rep. Nick LaLota (R-NY), aims to make federal contracting opportunities more accessible by ensuring that they are written in plain language, increasing the ability of small businesses to compete for government contracts. “Having experienced the challenges of running a s… Continue Reading
April 05, 2024April 5, 2024 - Congressman Shri Thanedar invites members of the media and the public to a press conference detailing the successful allocation of over $15 million in Community Project Funding within Michigan's 13th Congressional District. This event will highlight the direct benefits of these funds on local neighborhoods, infrastructure projects, and community services. When: Monday, April 8th at 1 PM Where: Spirit of Detroit, 2 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48226 Rep. Thanedar championed fundin… Continue Reading
April 04, 2024April 4th, 2024—The current crisis in Haiti demands urgent attention and a nuanced approach. I am deeply concerned by the deteriorating situation and ensuing humanitarian crisis. Reflecting on John Conyers' dedication to justice, I urge Prime Minister Ariel Henry to pave the way for a government that truly represents Haiti, beyond the reach of criminal elements. Amidst a backdrop of violence, with Port-au-Prince ravaged by a combination of gangs, government corruption, and poverty fueled by col… Continue Reading
November 09, 2023
US Vice President Kamala Harris celebrated Diwali at her official residence during which she told the guests that it's important to celebrate this festival of light as the world today is facing a "difficult and dark moment" in the wake of the war between Israel and Hamas. “I also want to say that for the Palestinian people, and I've said this many times, and I'll say it again, they have a right and deserve to have an opportunity for self-determination and dignity. We'll continue to support that… Continue Reading
November 09, 2023Today, Representative Ro Khanna (CA-17), member of the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability, reintroduced the State-Based Universal Health Care Act. Recognizing the unique position of American states to lead the push for universal health care, Rep. Khanna's bill provides states with federal funding streams and regulatory flexibility to support affordable, universal health care plans. “The State-Based Universal Health Care Act is a crucial step towards transforming our healthcare syste… Continue Reading
November 08, 2023Today, Representative Adam Schiff (D-Calif.), Brad Schneider (D-Ill.), Norma Torres (D-Calif.), Ritchie Torres (D-N.Y.), and dozens of colleagues, signed onto the following joint statement regarding the phrase “from the river to the sea” and the ongoing Hamas-Israel War. The statement was signed by various House members, including Rep. Shri Thanedar (MI-13).… Continue Reading