Press Releases
Congressman Shri Thanedar Introduces Environmental Health Workforce Act
Washington, D.C. — This week, Congressman Shri Thanedar introduced the Environmental Health Workforce Act, which would enforce thorough training protocols and expand student loan forgiveness for those in the environmental public health field, with the goal of boosting the workforce’s participation and capacity. “In the face of an increasing number of environmental disasters created by climate change, our environmental health workers will be on the frontline of addressing these public … Continue Reading
July 28, 2026
PRESS STATEMENT: Congressman Shri Thanedar Leads Letter Demanding Transparency from Trump Administration on Cyclosporiasis Crisis
Washington, DC - Last week, Congressman Shri Thanedar urged greater transparency from the heads of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) regarding the recent surge in cyclosporiasis cases. In a letter to Dr. Kyle Diamantas and Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, Acting Commissioner of the FDA and Acting Director of the CDC respectively, Thanedar laid out the public health threat posed by cyclosporiasis and called on the officials to improve … Continue Reading
July 27, 2026
Rep. Shri Thanedar Introduces Resolution to Celebrate the Opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge
Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Shri Thanedar (MI-13) introduced a resolution to celebrate the opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge and the friendship between the United States and Canada. “I am proud to announce that at long last, the Gordie Howe International Bridge is finally open” said Rep. Shri Thanedar. “This groundbreaking development will spur economic growth, create good-paying jobs, and strengthen the valuable relationship between the United States and Canada. I … Continue Reading
July 24, 2026
Congressmen Shri Thanedar, Bennie G. Thompson Introduce DHS Acquisition Documentation Integrity Act
Washington, D.C. - This week, Congressman Shri Thanedar (D-MI-13) and Congressman Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS-02), Ranking Member of the House Homeland Security Committee, introduced H.R.9882, the DHS Acquisition Documentation Integrity Act, legislation that creates objective procedures for how the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) should use public funds to carry out its responsibilities to protect our homeland. “The Department of Homeland Security’s duties to protect the American people … Continue Reading
July 21, 2026
Congressman Shri Thanedar Secures over $45,000,000 of Federal Funding to the District
Washington, D.C. — Congressman Shri Thanedar (MI-13) has secured over $45 million in Community Project Funding (CPF) to ALL municipalities in the 13th District for the first time in over 50 years. Congressman Thanedar has made it his priority to ensure his district is represented in Congress and is committed to working with local and state leaders to address Michigan issues in the halls of Congress. “Since day one, bringing federal funding home has always been my top priority,” said Rep. … Continue Reading
July 17, 2026
Congressman Shri Thanedar, Congresswoman Kat Cammack Introduce Bipartisan Customer Property Protection Act
Washington, D.C. - This week, Congressman Shri Thanedar (D-MI-13) and Congresswoman Kat Cammack (R-FL-03) introduced HR 9717, the Customer Property Protection Act, bipartisan legislation that creates regulations to ensure customer assets that are held by a commodity broker are protected in the scenario that the commodity broker goes bankrupt. “As a lifelong serial entrepreneur, I know first-hand the innovative power of new financial technologies, and am encouraged by the rapid innovation … Continue Reading
July 13, 2026
Congressman Shri Thanedar Celebrates the July 27 Opening of the Gordie Howe Bridge
Washington, D.C. — After the announcement that the Gordie Howe International Bridge will officially open on July 27, 2026, Congressman Shri Thanedar (MI-13) issued this statement: “After being completed for over a month, the Gordie Howe Bridge is finally opening,” said Rep. Thanedar. “Just one week after I brought House Homeland Security leaders to Detroit to demand the bridge open, an opening date was finally announced. Reps. Bennie G. Thompson and Lou Correa joined me to call out the delay … Continue Reading
July 08, 2026
Congressman Shri Thanedar Demands Trump Opens Gordie Howe International Bridge Immediately
Washington, D.C. — Congressman Shri Thanedar (MI-13) hosted a press conference and town hall on July 7, 2026, alongside Congressman Bennie G. Thompson (MS-02) and Congressman Lou Correa (CA-46), demanding Donald Trump open the Gordie Howe International Bridge. “The Gordie Howe Bridge is complete, ready to operate, and should be open,” said Rep. Thanedar. “It was supposed to open in June, but Matthew Moroun, the million dollar MAGA donor and owner of the competing Ambassador Bridge, met with … Continue Reading
July 06, 2026
PRESS ADVISORY: Congressmen Shri Thanedar, Bennie G. Thompson, Lou Correa to Host 7/7 Press Conference on the need to open Gordie Howe Bridge, Town Hall on Trump’s Attacks on Voting Rights
Detroit, MI - Congressman Shri Thanedar (MI-13) along with Congressmen Bennie G. Thompson (MS-02), Ranking Member of the House Committee on Homeland Security, and Lou Correa (CA-46) will host a site visit in Detroit, Michigan which will include a press conference urging Trump to open the new Gordie Howe Bridge, a bridge that President Trump has unilaterally kept closed, despite it being ready to open and operate today. Opening the bridge as a Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Port of Entry … Continue Reading
June 30, 2026
Congressman Shri Thanedar Statement on Supreme Court Safeguarding Birthright Citizenship
Washington, D.C. — Today, Congressman Shri Thanedar (MI-13) released the following statement after the Supreme Court upheld birthright citizenship under the 14th Amendment. “The Supreme Court did what the Constitution requires: it affirmed that people born in the United States are American citizens,” said Rep. Thanedar. “This is a major win for civil rights and the rule of law. But we should not ignore how close this decision was. A 6-3 ruling on such a clear constitutional protection is a … Continue Reading
June 29, 2026
Congressman Shri Thanedar Supports Supreme Court’s Decision to Uphold Voting Rights
Washington, D.C. — Congressman Shri Thanedar (MI-13) released the following statement after the Supreme Court upheld state laws allowing mail-in ballots postmarked by Election Day to be counted even if they are received afterward. “The Supreme Court just rejected Republicans’ latest attack on voting rights,” said Rep. Thanedar. “If a voter casts their ballot on time, their vote should count. This ruling is a major win for our democracy and for every American who relies on mail-in voting to … Continue Reading
June 26, 2026
Congressman Shri Thanedar Introduces Legislation to Improve Health Disparities
Washington, D.C. — Congressman Shri Thanedar (MI-13), introduced the Health Disparity Zones Act, legislation to reduce health disparities and improve health outcomes. “Low-income and minority communities are heavily burdened by poor health outcomes as they have less resources to access the care needed,” said Rep. Thanedar. “According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 1 in 6 adults rate their health as being fair to poor. My bill seeks to reduce health disparities and improve … Continue Reading
June 24, 2026
Congressman Shri Thanedar Condemns Trump for Putting Attacks on Voting Rights over Bipartisan Housing Solutions
Washington, D.C. — Congressman Shri Thanedar (MI-13) released the following statement after Donald Trump refused to sign the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act. Instead of working to lower the cost of housing, Trump is prioritizing taking away voting rights. “After the House and Senate both passed this critical bipartisan legislation focused on lowering housing costs for working families, Donald Trump is still playing political games instead of taking action on the affordability crisis. By … Continue Reading
June 18, 2026
Congressman Shri Thanedar Celebrates Community Victory Against Romulus ICE Detention Center
Washington, D.C. — Congressman Shri Thanedar (MI-13) celebrates the announcement of ICE abandoning plans for the Romulus Detention Center. “ICE will not be opening a detention center in Romulus,” said Rep. Thanedar. “Southeast Michigan communities came together, made our voices heard, and stopped this horrific project. I’m grateful to everyone, including residents, advocates, and leaders at every level of government, who stood up and helped make this happen. Our work to stand up to … Continue Reading
June 17, 2026
Congressman Shri Thanedar to Hold Meeting with Elected Officials and Coalition to Stop the Camps to Oppose Romulus ICE Detention Center
Washington, D.C. — This week Congressman Shri Thanedar (MI-13), in conjunction with advocacy group Coalition to Shut the Camps (CSC), invited elected officials at the state and local level to a meeting on June 22, 2026 to discuss a plan to oppose the proposed ICE facility in Romulus. Members of the press are welcome to join. “The continued progress of the Romulus detention facility goes against the wishes of many residents in Wayne County and across Michigan,” said Rep. Thanedar. “Following … Continue Reading
June 16, 2026
Congressman Shri Thanedar Signs Discharge Petition to Force Vote on Bipartisan Faster Labor Contracts Act
Washington, D.C. — Congressman Shri Thanedar (MI-13) cosigned onto H.Res.1140 a discharge position that seeks to force a house vote on The Faster Labor Contracts Act. “Right now, it takes an average of 458 days for unions and employers to reach a first contract. That is far too long,” said Rep. Thanedar. “When workers vote to form a union, their employer should not be allowed to drag out negotiations and delay a fair agreement. Collective bargaining is a fundamental right, and it is essential … Continue Reading
June 12, 2026
Congressman Shri Thanedar Condemns Anti-India Hate Incident in Texas
Washington, D.C. — A video from Frisco, Texas shows a man tearing India’s flag outside City Hall while people in the crowd shout anti-India slogans. This is the latest example of anti-Indian attacks that have taken place in Texas, and across the entire country. Following this racist and xenophobic act in Frisco, Congressman Shri Thanedar released the following statement: “This is a disgusting act of hate. Anti-Indian attacks have spiked on the ground and on social media in the last couple … Continue Reading
June 11, 2026
Congressman Shri Thanedar Introduces BLANKET Act to Protect Homeless Populations from Severe Weather
Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Shri Thanedar introduced the Building Local Access for Needs in Key Emergency Temperatures, or BLANKET Act, legislation that authorizes more than $2 billion over three years in grants for state and local governments or non-profit and public housing agencies to provide resources for homeless populations during severe weather emergencies. The BLANKET Act is also endorsed by the National Low Income Housing Coalition, the Homeless Action Network of Detroit, … Continue Reading
June 09, 2026
Congressman Shri Thanedar Introduces 10 Amendments to Trump’s Reconciliation Bill to Hold the Department of Homeland Security Accountable
Washington, D.C. — Congressman Shri Thanedar (D-MI), Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security’s Oversight, Investigations, and Accountability Subcommittee, introduced 10 amendments for the Department of Homeland Security’s Reconciliation Bill. “Donald Trump’s DHS reconciliation bill gifts billions of dollars to a cruel and unaccountable immigration enforcement system,” said Rep. Shri Thanedar. “My amendments would stop taxpayer dollars from funding warehouse detention while … Continue Reading
June 09, 2026
Congressman Shri Thanedar Introduces Bill to Crack Down on Misleading and Political DHS Communications
Washington, D.C. — Today, Congressman Shri Thanedar (D-MI), Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security’s Oversight, Investigations, and Accountability Subcommittee, announced the introduction of the Department of Homeland Security Communications, Accuracy, Neutrality, Disclosure, Oversight, and Review (DHS CANDOR) Act. This legislation would require the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to create a Department-wide policy for public-facing communications and annual training for … Continue Reading