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WASHINGTON— In case you missed it, the New Democrat Coalition — in which Congresswoman Kristen McDonald Rivet (MI-08) serves as Freshman Leadership Representative — unveiled their
WASHINGTON— Today, Congresswoman Kristen McDonald Rivet (MI-08) introduced the Affordable Food and Energy Act of 2026. This bill would reverse cuts to food and energy assistance for low-income households.
WASHINGTON— Yesterday, the Build America Caucus, led by Representatives Kristen McDonald Rivet (MI-08), Jen Kiggans (VA-02), and Chair Josh Harder (CA-09), hosted a bipartisan roundtable discussion on child care with leading policy experts and advocates. The conversation focused on the lack of affordable child care, its damage to the economy, and what Congress can do to drive down costs for families and unlock America’s full economic potential.
WASHINGTON— Today, Representatives Kristen McDonald Rivet (MI-08), Susie Lee (NV-03), and Steven Horsford (NV-04) led three dozen battleground House Democrats in sending a letter to Congressional Leadership calling for the extension of the ACA tax credits.
WASHINGTON— Today, Congresswoman Kristen McDonald Rivet (MI-08) sent a letter to the United States Geological Survey (USGS) to advocate for the inclusion of silicon and potash on the 2025 List of Critical Minerals. This designation would secure supply chains and lower the costs of essential inputs for mid-Michigan manufacturers and farmers, helping them protect and create good-paying jobs.
WASHINGTON— Congresswoman Kristen McDonald Rivet (MI-08) and Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-01) recently introduced the bipartisan Keep Call Centers in America Act of 2025. This bill, supported by Democrats and Republicans, will discourage companies from shipping call center jobs overseas, protect American jobs and consumers, and ensure quality service.
WASHINGTON— Today, Congresswoman Kristen McDonald Rivet (MI-08) celebrated leading two key policy priorities through the U.S. House of Representatives, marking the first time a bill she authored has successfully passed in the chamber. These U.S. Coast Guard-related measures aim to protect local economies, jobs, and public safety across the Great Lakes.
