ON THE JOB FOR MICHIGAN: Cherry Growers Highlight Peters’ Efforts to Protect Their Crops Against Harmful Invasive Species
officials with USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service have all said current federal funding levels
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Peters and Slotkin Bipartisan Bill to Extend Federal Funding and Protections for the Great Lakes Advances in the Senate
increase in the remediation of environmental and public health impairments, and reducing the threat of harmful algal blooms
ON THE JOB FOR MICHIGAN: Great Lakes PFAS Action Network Co-Chair Highlights Peters’ Work to Address Harmful PFAS Contamination
fighting to address PFAS contamination and protect the health and safety of all Michiganders.” Despite ongoing setbacks from
Peters & Slotkin Demand Answers as Trump Administration Further Delays Toxic PFAS Chemical Cleanups at Military Sites in Michigan
remediation efforts, the greater the risk to public health and the environment in impacted communities.” PFAS or “forever … PFAS exposure is linked to an array of health problems, including various cancers, reduced immune function, reproductive challenges
Peters Leads Bipartisan Bill to Help Prevent Tuberculosis Infections in Surgical Transplants
transplanted bone graft material which led to serious health complications and deaths for patients in Michigan and across … evidence-based educational campaign to increase patient and health care provider awareness regarding the risks of HCTP transplants
Peters Leads Resolution Designating June as “Great Outdoors Month”
outside — in urban and rural communities alike — improves health outcomes and quality of life across the board
Peters Reintroduces Bipartisan Legislation to Increase Tribal Input in Identifying Natural Resource Concerns
surface and groundwater contamination, or plant and animal health. Under current law, PRCs are identified … services provided by the federal government, including tuition, health care, and housing assistance
As Member of Armed Services Committee, Peters Secures Investments to Bolster Michigan’s Defense Capabilities in National Defense Bill
also prohibits retaliatory security clearance reviews and mental health examinations. Protecting Military Whistleblowers: The bill clarifies that nondisclosure
Peters Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Bolster Great Lakes Conservation Efforts
Initiative, which has helped restore and transform the health of our treasured bodies of water
Peters Statement on Trump EPA Rolling Back Drinking Water Standards for Toxic PFAS Chemicals
these forever chemicals continue to threaten the health and lives of people across our state and country. That … needed cleanup work at the detriment of public health.” Michigan communities and residents continue to face severe challenges
Senator Peters Reintroduces Bipartisan Legislation to Study Link Between Animal Cruelty and Interpersonal Violence
also authorize a grant program to support mental health experts, law enforcement, and animal welfare organizations in their … offenders, and programs to specifically address the mental health needs of such offenders are extremely limited. Senator Peters
Senate Passes Peters’ Bipartisan Legislation to Prevent Infant Formula Shortages
year. The bill was passed by the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee in January 2026. Peters … stakeholders including the Association of Maternal and Child Health, First Focus, Zero to Three, March of Dimes, MomsRising
Peters Takes Bipartisan Action to Address Growing National Debt
diverting taxpayer dollars away from important priorities like health care, economic development, and upgrading aging infrastructure. In September
Slotkin Joins Senate Colleagues in Demanding DHS Reduce Delays for DACA Renewals
experience workforce disruptions, including in sectors such as health care and education and in small businesses. Hundreds
Senator Peters Reintroduces Resolution Recognizing Reproductive Health Care Providers
Gary Peters (MI) reintroduced a resolution honoring reproductive health care providers and staff by designating March … women and their families receive the safe, quality health care they need,” said Senator Peters. “Despite constant threats
Slotkin Joins Colleagues Urging HHS to Immediately Release Title X Funding
colleagues in sending a letter to Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., demanding that … important services that have resulted in improved health outcomes like lower maternal and infant mortality, fewer premature births
Peters Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Expand Access to Medical Nutrition Therapy
When people have access to this type of health care it helps them live longer, healthier lives, without … these critical medical services, lower costs, and improve health outcomes for Michiganders and millions of Americans.” Peters introduced
Ahead of USMCA Review, Peters Leads Colleagues in Calling on Top U.S. Trade Representative to Prioritize Protecting American Manufacturing Jobs
security, and raise labor standards, including wage, health, safety, and environmental standards, for American workers across sectors.” Full
Peters Reintroduces Bipartisan Bill to Target Invasive Fly Hurting Michigan Fruit Growers
managed by the USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service to advance research and strengthen efforts … officials with USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service have all said current federal funding levels
Peters Secures Funding to Strengthen Educational Opportunities, Improve Health Outcomes for Michiganders in Senate Appropriations Bill
Bipartisan Bill Strengthens Workforce Development, Education, and Community Health Services WASHINGTON, DC– U.S. Senator Gary Peters … helped the Senate pass theFiscal Year 2026 Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act.Peters
Peters Helps Senate Pass Bipartisan Funding Bill with Investments to Strengthen American National Security, Foreign Policy, and Economic Competitiveness
bill also makes critical investments to improve global health outcomes and address food insecurity.” The bill includes numerous … build future defense alliances. Maintaining Global Public Health Partnerships: The bill includes robust funding for essential global health
Senator Peters Helps Senate Pass Defense Appropriations Bill, Secures Key Provisions to Bolster Michigan Military Installations and Strengthen National Security
language in the bill highlighting concerns with the health and safety impacts of PFAS contamination and requiring … CDMRP), which aims to translate research discovery into health care solutions for servicemembers, veterans, and the American public
Peters Statement on Senate Passage of Bipartisan Deal to Fund Government and Continue Negotiations on Needed DHS Reforms
resources for Michigan servicemembers, critical infrastructure projects, mental health services, and more will remain available to the Michiganders
Senator Peters Secures Michigan Wins in Bipartisan Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development Appropriations Bill
project also includes construction of a connected community health center. Expanding Funding for Homeless Assistance Grants:Peters fought
Peters Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Improve Federal Grant Application Process
Marcia Ditmyer, Dean of the College of Health, and Human Services at Saginaw Valley State University.“The reinstatement … SBIRT grant through the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration reinforces just how critical