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July 29, 2026
A planned humanoid robotics project at a southwest Michigan data center is drawing federal attention after U.S. Rep. Tim Walberg asked the Department of Commerce to investigate the company’s partnership with a Chinese robotics manufacturer.
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July 29, 2026
More than 180 nonnative species are present in the Great Lakes, where aquatic invaders threaten fisheries, recreation and waterways across the region.
Issues:Great Lakes
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July 29, 2026
Congressman Tim Walberg is seeking federal action to head off what he believes could be the national security implications of developments planned at an already-controversial data center in Dowagiac.
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July 28, 2026
The House Education and Workforce Committee advanced legislation that would establish federal definitions of “male” and “female” under Title IX, sending the bill to the full House for consideration.
Issues:Education
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July 27, 2026
Congressman Tim Walberg recognized the importance of the Great Lakes to Michigan’s economy and lifestyle as Lake Appreciation Month concluded on July 27.
Issues:Great Lakes
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July 24, 2026
A U.S. House subcommittee has held a hearing on legislation from Congressman Tim Walberg designed to modernize federal standards to better prevent, control, and stop the spread of aquatic invasive species.
Issues:Local Issues
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July 24, 2026
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has proposed redesignating Berrien County as being in “attainment” for national ground-level ozone standards.
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July 24, 2026
Congressman Tim Walberg of Michigan’s 5th District released a statement on July 24 recognizing National Parents’ Day and reiterating his commitment to supporting the involvement of parents in their children’s education.
Issues:Education
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July 24, 2026
Legislation aimed at protecting the Great Lakes from invasive species is moving forward in Congress.
Issues:Local Issues
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July 23, 2026
The Joint U.S.-Canadian Committee of Advisors to the Great Lakes Fishery Commission unanimously passed a resolution supporting the Save the Great Lakes Fish Act of 2025 on June 3.
Issues:Local Issues