Press Releases
Peters Statement on Senator Harry Reid’s Retirement
WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Senator Gary Peters (MI) released the following statement on the announcement of Senator Harry Reid’s retirement: “Senator Harry Reid has been a champion for the people of Nevada throughout his long career in public service. Whether it was working nights as a Capitol police officer to support his family, or shepherding historic legislation through the Senate, Senator Reid has shown true leadership and dedication that will be remembered for years to come. I want to thank … Continue Reading
03.26.15
Peters Introduces Budget Amendments to Boost Michigan’s Economy
Amendments Would Promote Investments in Infrastructure, Eliminate the Patent Backlog and Promote Scientific Research WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Senator Gary Peters, a member of the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee, introduced three amendments to the budget resolution currently being debated in the Senate to build support for efforts to boost Michigan’s economy and lay the groundwork for critical investments to create jobs and strengthen the middle class. Peters’ first a… Continue Reading
03.26.15
Senators Peters, Stabenow Applaud Great Lakes Investment in Saginaw Bay Watershed
The Nature Conservancy is among seven projects in Michigan receiving a total of more than $5.7 million WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow, Co-Chair of the Great Lakes Task Force, and Gary Peters, member of the Great Lakes Task Force, today applauded the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative announcement to allocate $2,558,853 to reduce nutrient runoff and soil erosion in Saginaw Bay and Lake Huron. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Great Lakes Restoration Initiative fundi… Continue Reading
03.26.15
Senators Peters, Stabenow Applaud Great Lakes Investment in West Michigan
Three West Michigan projects are among seven in Michigan receiving a total of more than $5.7 million WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow, Co-Chair of the Great Lakes Task Force, and Gary Peters, member of the Great Lakes Task Force, today applauded the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative announcement to allocate $1,356,970 to three projects in West Michigan to improve water quality and protect natural habitats in the region. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Great Lakes … Continue Reading
03.26.15
Senators Peters, Stabenow Applaud Great Lakes Investment in Northern Michigan
Grand Traverse Bay Watershed Initiative is among seven projects in Michigan receiving a total of more than $5.7 million WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow, Co-Chair of the Great Lakes Task Force, and Gary Peters, member of the Great Lakes Task Force, today applauded the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative announcement to allocate $729,840 to improve water quality in Kids Creek, an impaired stream in the Grand Traverse Bay connected to Lake Michigan. This U.S. Environmental Prote… Continue Reading
03.26.15
Senators Peters, Stabenow Applaud Great Lakes Investment in Southeast Michigan to Reduce Algae Blooms in Lake Erie
The Stewardship Network is among seven projects in Michigan receiving a total of more than $5.7 million WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow, Co-Chair of the Great Lakes Task Force, and Gary Peters, member of the Great Lakes Task Force, today applauded the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative announcement to allocate $745,000 to help farmers reduce sediment runoff and nutrient loss and lessen the amount of phosphorus that runs into the River Raisin, which connects to Lake Erie. Thi… Continue Reading
03.26.15
Senators Peters, Stabenow Applaud Great Lakes Investment in Upper Peninsula
Superior Watershed Partnership is among seven projects in Michigan receiving a total of more than $5.7 million WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow, Co-Chair of the Great Lakes Task Force, and Gary Peters, member of the Great Lakes Task Force, today applauded the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative announcement to allocate $330,403 to reduce pollution and improve water quality in two rivers near Lake Superior in the Upper Peninsula. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Great… Continue Reading
03.25.15
Peters Cosponsors Bill to Create a National Blue Alert System
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Gary Peters (MI) announced that he is co-sponsoring legislation to create a national Blue Alert system to disseminate critical information to law enforcement agencies, the public and the media and help apprehend violent criminals who have injured or killed police officers. “Law enforcement officers put themselves in harm’s way each and every day to protect our families and keep our communities safe in Michigan and across the country,” said Senator Peters. … Continue Reading
03.24.15
Peters Cosponsors Legislation Investigating War Crimes in Syria
Bill Would Require State Department to Submit Report on Crimes Against Humanity in Syria WASHINGTON, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Gary Peters (MI) announced that he is co-sponsoring the Syrian War Crimes Accountability Act, legislation that would establish a standard of reporting and accountability for war crimes and crimes against humanity occurring in Syria. The bill would require the Secretary of State to submit a report to relevant Congressional Committees on war crimes and crimes agains… Continue Reading
03.19.15
Peters Cosponsors Legislation to Protect Rights for Same-Sex Couples
Bill Ensures Same-Sex Couples Are Eligible for Social Security Benefits WASHINGTON, DC -U.S. Senator Gary Peters (MI) today announced that he is cosponsoring the Social Security and Marriage Equality (SAME) Act to ensure that same-sex spouses receive equal treatment when they apply for Social Security Benefits, regardless of where they live. “No American should face discrimination just because of who they love. Though Michigan does not legally recognize same-sex marriages, it is important … Continue Reading
03.19.15
Peters & Senate Colleagues Introduce Bill to Tackle Student Loan Debt
Legislation Allows Borrowers to Refinance Student Loans at Lower Interest Rates Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Gary Peters (MI) announced that he joined 28 of his colleagues in introducing the Bank on Students Emergency Loan Refinancing Act to allow borrowers with outstanding student loan debt to refinance at lower interest rates that were approved last year for new borrowers. “If you can refinance your mortgage, you should be able to refinance your student loans, and this bill would… Continue Reading
03.17.15
Peters, Gardner Introduce Legislative Package of Bipartisan Cost-Saving Measures
Legislation Would Save Taxpayer Dollars by Reducing Wasteful Spending, Promoting Conservation and Tackling Deficit WASHINGTON, DC -U.S. Senators Gary Peters (D-MI) and Cory Gardner (R-CO) today introduced two bills that will help reduce wasteful government spending and cut the deficit. The Congressional Oversight to Start Taxpayer Savings Resolution (COST Savings Resolution) and the Expedited Consideration of Cuts, Consolidations and Savings Act of 2015 will save taxpayer dollars and mak… Continue Reading
03.17.15
Peters Questions Social Security Officials on Errors in Death Master File
Peters Highlights Michigan Marine Mistakenly Declared Dead by Federal Government WASHINGTON, DC - During a Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee hearing this week, U.S. Senator Gary Peters (MI) pressed for the need to take action on recent reports highlighting improper payments made to the deceased by the federal government and errors in the Social Security Administration (SSA)’s Death Master File. In the hearing, Senator Peters highlighted the story of a Metro Detroit Mar… Continue Reading
03.11.15
Peters Cosponsors Bill to Support Michigan’s Small Breweries
WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Senator Gary Peters (MI) today announced he is cosponsoring the Small BREW Act, bipartisan legislation that supports small breweries by reducing the tax rate per barrel of beer from breweries that produce less than six million barrels of beer annually. “Michigan is home to some of the finest beers and breweries in America, and our brewing industry is emerging as a key sector of our state’s economy, supporting thousands of good-paying jobs in Michigan,” said Senator Peter… Continue Reading
03.07.15
Peters Honors Navy Reserve in Centennial Ceremony at Selfridge Air National Guard Base
HARRISON CHARTER TOWNSHIP, MI - U.S. Senator Gary Peters (MI) today delivered the keynote address a U.S. Navy Reserve centennial ceremony at Selfridge Air National Guard Base. Peters, a former Lt. Commander in the U.S. Navy Reserve, highlighted the important role the Navy Reserve plays in America’s military and national security and recognized the sacrifices of Navy reservists and their families over the last 100 years. “The Navy Reserve has come a very long way since its founding one hundred… Continue Reading
03.06.15
Peters Cosponsors Two Measures to Combat Human Trafficking
Legislation Trains Law Enforcement and Provides Support to Victims WASHINGTON, DC -U.S. Senator Gary Peters (MI) today announced that he is cosponsoring two bipartisan bills to combat human trafficking by helping empower law enforcement to investigate and prosecute human trafficking crimes and providing additional resources to support victims of trafficking. During a July 2013 FBI investigation, more than 150 traffickers were arrested and 105 children ages 13-17 were recovered in a natio… Continue Reading
03.06.15
Senators Peters, Stabenow Applaud $1.2 Million Investment to Combat Invasive Species in Southeast Michigan, Lake Erie Basin
Two Southeast Michigan Projects Among Five in Michigan Receiving a Total of More than $2.5 Million to Combat Invasive Species, Protect Great Lakes WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow, Co-Chair of the Great Lakes Task Force, and Gary Peters, member of the Great Lakes Task Force, today applauded the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative announcement to allocate $1,257,350 to help The Nature Conservancy and Wayne County Department of Public Services control and combat invasive spe… Continue Reading
03.06.15
Senators Peters, Stabenow Applaud Investment to Combat Invasive Species in West Michigan, Lake Michigan Basin
West Michigan Shoreline Regional Development Commission Project Among Five in Michigan Receiving a Total of More than $2.5 Million to Combat Invasive Species, Protect Great Lakes WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow, Co-Chair of the Great Lakes Task Force, and Gary Peters, member of the Great Lakes Task Force, today applauded the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative announcement to allocate $153,314 to help the West Michigan Shoreline Regional Development Commission control and… Continue Reading
03.06.15
Senators Peters, Stabenow Applaud $1.1 Million Investment to Combat Invasive Species in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, Great Lakes
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow, Co-Chair of the Great Lakes Task Force, and Gary Peters, member of the Great Lakes Task Force, today applauded the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative announcement to allocate $1,152,384 to help the Upper Peninsula Resource Conservation & Development Council and the Alger Conservation District control and combat invasive species that could harm our land, water, and wildlife habitat. This funding comes through the U.S. Environmental Protection … Continue Reading
03.06.15
Peters, Stabenow Call for Investigation into Unfair Trade Practices for U.S. Uncoated Paper Industry
Nearly 2,500 U.S. Manufacturing Jobs Have Been Lost to Unfair Competition from Australia, Brazil, China, Indonesia and Portugal WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Senators Gary Peters and Debbie Stabenow joined a bipartisan group of Senators in sending a letter to the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), urging the ITC to thoroughly investigate imports of uncoated paper from Australia, Brazil, China, Indonesia and Portugal. The U.S. uncoated paper industry faces unfair trade practices that put … Continue Reading
