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March 17, 2016
Lawmakers in the House and Senate today introduced the Protecting Workplace Advancement and Opportunity Act, legislation that will ensure the Department of Labor pursues a balanced and responsible approach to updating federal overtime rules. The sponsors of the legislation—members of the House Committee on Education and the Workforce and the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions—released the following statements upon introduction:
March 15, 2016
By Tim Walberg and Mark Swanson
In today's all-too-often divisive political environment, the people of Michigan and across the country can be forgiven for their frustration.
But there is reason to take heart, because there are issues where the majority of Republicans and Democrats are committed to finding common ground. Among the most important is Medicare Advantage, which is why we – a member of Congress and a Medicare Advantage enrollee from Michigan – are happy to share the success of this healthcare program.
In today's all-too-often divisive political environment, the people of Michigan and across the country can be forgiven for their frustration.
But there is reason to take heart, because there are issues where the majority of Republicans and Democrats are committed to finding common ground. Among the most important is Medicare Advantage, which is why we – a member of Congress and a Medicare Advantage enrollee from Michigan – are happy to share the success of this healthcare program.
Issues:Health Care
March 15, 2016
At a House Oversight Committee hearing today, Rep. Walberg continued to press for answers and accountability at every level on the Flint water crisis, including why the EPA didn't intervene and take action as soon as they knew this human tragedy was happening. Over the weekend, Rep. Walberg visited Flint and met with the mayor and other local officials, toured the water treatment facility, and talked with residents at a community meeting.
Issues:Local Issues
March 14, 2016
HILLSDALE — Congressman Tim Walberg (R), 7th District, met with students of the Hillsdale College chapter of the Student Veterans of America Thursday afternoon.
The informal meeting was organized by Hillsdale College senior Michael Aavang who is currently participating in a Legislative Fellowship through the Veterans of Foreign Wars. Aavang himself is a former active duty United States Marine.
Aavang opened up discussion by introducing a draft legislative piece aimed at balancing out privatization of health care through the Veterans Affairs administration.
The informal meeting was organized by Hillsdale College senior Michael Aavang who is currently participating in a Legislative Fellowship through the Veterans of Foreign Wars. Aavang himself is a former active duty United States Marine.
Aavang opened up discussion by introducing a draft legislative piece aimed at balancing out privatization of health care through the Veterans Affairs administration.
Issues:Veterans
March 3, 2016
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-07), a member of the Bipartisan Task Force to Combat the Heroin Epidemic, cosponsored another bipartisan bill in his ongoing commitment to combat the heroin and prescription opioid epidemic. The Promoting Responsible Opioid Prescribing (PROP) Act, introduced by Congressman Alex Mooney (R-WV), removes a harmful provision from the Affordable Care Act that could offer payment incentives for doctors and hospitals to overprescribe opioid drugs.
Issues:Health CareLocal Issues
March 3, 2016
By Charles Owens
Lots of government agencies are watching the clock this year, working to get new rules and regulations approved before the occupant in the White House changes early next year. The lame-duck rush to regulate has become a Washington ritual with its own name — midnight regulations.
Lots of government agencies are watching the clock this year, working to get new rules and regulations approved before the occupant in the White House changes early next year. The lame-duck rush to regulate has become a Washington ritual with its own name — midnight regulations.
Issues:Jobs and Economy
March 2, 2016
A Republican-backed bill to block a burst of last-minute "midnight regulations" from the Obama administration advanced in the House on Tuesday.
The House Oversight and Government Reform Committee passed the Midnight Rule Relief Act that Rep. Tim Walberg (R-Mich.) introduced last week with Sens. Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) and Ron Johnson (R-Wis.).
The bill establishes a post-election moratorium on new regulations that cost the economy $100 million or more annually. Any rules necessary for imminent health or safety threats would be exempt.
The House Oversight and Government Reform Committee passed the Midnight Rule Relief Act that Rep. Tim Walberg (R-Mich.) introduced last week with Sens. Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) and Ron Johnson (R-Wis.).
The bill establishes a post-election moratorium on new regulations that cost the economy $100 million or more annually. Any rules necessary for imminent health or safety threats would be exempt.
March 2, 2016
U.S. Rep. Tim Walberg and a panel of area officials at a "Growing Jobs in Michigan" forum discussed efforts Monday to train workers to meet demand at a town hall-style meeting.
Walberg, R-Tipton, led the program at the Lenawee Intermediate School District Tech Center before an audience of three dozen people, including members of the community, business owners and Tech Center students. First Federal Bank Market Area President Marybeth Shunck, Lenawee Now Executive Director Jim Van Doren, LISD Superintendent Jim Philp and Rima Manufacturing President Jed Engle joined the congressman.
Walberg, R-Tipton, led the program at the Lenawee Intermediate School District Tech Center before an audience of three dozen people, including members of the community, business owners and Tech Center students. First Federal Bank Market Area President Marybeth Shunck, Lenawee Now Executive Director Jim Van Doren, LISD Superintendent Jim Philp and Rima Manufacturing President Jed Engle joined the congressman.
Issues:Jobs and EconomyLocal Issues
February 29, 2016
February is Career and Technical Education Month, a time to raise awareness and recognize vital efforts to help today's students prepare for tomorrow's jobs.
Rapid advancements in science and technology continue to impact the economic landscape, the types of jobs available, and the skills necessary to do them.
Here in Jackson County, the Jackson Area Career Center and Jackson College are prime examples of effectively equipping the next generation to compete for the in-demand jobs of the modern economy.
Rapid advancements in science and technology continue to impact the economic landscape, the types of jobs available, and the skills necessary to do them.
Here in Jackson County, the Jackson Area Career Center and Jackson College are prime examples of effectively equipping the next generation to compete for the in-demand jobs of the modern economy.
Issues:Jobs and EconomyEducation