U.S. Rep. John James (R-MI)
Recent News About U.S. Rep. John James (R-MI)
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John James supports petition for vote on Social Security Fairness Act
Representative John James from Michigan's 10th district has added his name to a discharge petition in the U.S. House of Representatives, aiming to prompt a floor vote on H.R. 82, known as the Social Security Fairness Act.
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John James secures $244K grant for Sterling Heights police training
Representative John James of Michigan's 10th Congressional District has announced the successful acquisition of a $244,608 grant for the Sterling Heights Police Department.
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John James seeks answers from Stellantis regarding Warren layoffs
Representative John James (MI-10) and members of the Michigan congressional delegation have addressed a letter to Carlos Tavares, CEO of Stellantis, seeking more information on the recent decision to lay off 2,450 auto workers in Michigan. This decision follows a new tailpipe emissions standard rule from the Biden-Harris Administration’s Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Representative James’ Congressional Review Act (CRA) to nullify this EPA rule was passed by the House with bipartisan support last week.
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House passes resolution opposing Biden administration's EV mandates
Today, Representative John James’ (MI-10) Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution passed the U.S. House of Representatives with bipartisan support.
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TELEMH Act passes House with unanimous vote
Last night, Representative John James’ (MI-10) bill, the TELEMH Act, passed the U.S. House of Representatives with a unanimous vote. This bipartisan legislation, co-sponsored by Reps. David Schweikert (AZ-01) and Don Davis (NC-01), aims to revolutionize access to mental health care by introducing significant changes to Medicare reimbursement policies for mental health services provided via telehealth.
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John James leads bipartisan call urging Biden to include GLIBs in ICE pact
WASHINGTON, D.C. – This week, Representative John James (MI-10) led a bipartisan delegation from Midwestern and Great Lakes states in writing a letter to President Joe Biden demanding the inclusion of the Great Lakes into the Icebreaker Collaboration Effort (ICE) Pact between the United States, Canada, and Finland.
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Legislation introduced for Patriot Week from September 11-17
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, on the 23rd anniversary of September 11, 2001, Congressman John James (MI-10), along with Congressman John Moolenaar (MI-02) and Congressman Pat Ryan introduced legislation to designate September 11 through September 17, 2024 as Patriot Week.
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House passes John James' anti-human trafficking act; awaits Senate action
Late last night, the U.S. House of Representatives passed Representative John James’ (MI-10) Global Anti-Human Trafficking Enhancement Act. The bill passed by voice with unanimous approval and now awaits Senate consideration. This marks Rep. James’ fifth bill to pass through the House in his freshman term, highlighting his focus on practical legislation.
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John James leads resolution honoring Michigan athletes at 2024 Olympics
On September 9, 2024, Congressman John James (MI-10) introduced a resolution in Washington, D.C., congratulating Michigan Olympians and Paralympians who competed in the 2024 Olympics and Paralympics in Paris, France. The resolution, led by Rep. James and co-signed by the entire Michigan congressional delegation, honors 19 athletes from Michigan who represented Team USA.
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Congressman John James returns over $2.75 million through casework efforts
Congressman John James Returns Over $2.75 Million to Constituents Through Casework Efforts
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John James supports SAVE Act amid immigration concerns
John James votes in favor of SAVE Act to ensure only American citizens vote
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House passes amendment for new Great Lakes icebreaker
Today, the House of Representatives passed Representative John James’ (MI-10) amendment to allocate funds to the U.S. Coast Guard for the procurement of an authorized Great Lakes icebreaker (GLIB). The GLIB is intended to support commerce during winter months and respond to winter flooding in Great Lakes communities. This measure aims to prevent disruptions in critical supply chains caused by harsh Midwest winters.
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Legislation introduced by veterans seeks permanent family burials at VA cemeteries
Today, Representatives John James (MI-10), Chris Deluzio (PA-17), Morgan Luttrell (TX-08), Jack Bergman (MI-01), and Don Davis (NC-01), all veterans, introduced the Preserving Veterans’ Legacy Act of 2024. The legislation aims to allow veteran families to be buried together beyond the current law's sunset date of October 1, 2024. The existing regulation only permits the Department of Veterans’ Affairs’ National Cemetery Administration (NCA) to bury families together until that date.
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Bipartisan resolution introduced recognizing genocide in Sudan
Representatives John James (MI-10) and Colin Allred (TX-32) have introduced a bipartisan resolution acknowledging the violent actions committed by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and its allied militia in the Darfur Region of Sudan as acts of genocide. Since April 2023, the Sudanese Armed Force (SAF) and the RSF have engaged in a violent conflict that has led to the displacement of over 8 million people and targeted killings of innocent lives. Both armed groups have committed war crimes since the conflict began last year. The RSF, in particular, are targeting and killing...
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John James secures $1.12 million for Harrison Township multi-use path
This week, Congressman John James (MI-10) joined township officials in Harrison Township to celebrate the $1.12 million in federal funding he secured during last year’s congressional appropriations process for a South River multi-use path in Harrison Township. The funding will be used to create a path aimed at bolstering recreation, improving community health and wellness, providing a safer route for pedestrians, and connecting several schools.
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John James introduces bipartisan AFTER SCHOOL Act
Today, Representative John James (MI-10) and Representative Yadira Caraveo (CO-08) announced the introduction of the bipartisan AFTER SCHOOL Act. The legislation aims to establish a grant program through the Department of Justice for local communities to create and strengthen after school programs, with the goal of reducing juvenile violent crime.
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John James advocates for AH-64E Apache helicopter mission at Selfridge Air National Guard Base
Congressman John James (MI-10) has sent a letter to the Secretary of the Army, Christine Wormuth, and the Army Chief of Staff, General Randy George, advocating for Selfridge Air National Guard Base to receive an AH-64E Apache helicopter mission.
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Bipartisan PAW Act introduced to support retired federal working dogs
On May 24, 2024, Representatives John James (MI-10) and Susan Wild (PA-07) introduced the bipartisan Protecting America’s Working Dogs (PAW) Act in Congress. The legislation aims to address the lack of clear federal guidelines concerning the fate of federal working dogs after retirement. Currently, former handlers or partners often bear the burden of veterinary costs for these retired service animals.
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John James supports bill prohibiting non-citizen voting in US elections
Representative John James (MI-10) voted in favor of H.R. 192 today, a bill that prohibits non-citizens from voting in elections. The legislation passed the House of Representatives with bipartisan support.
