Press Releases
WASHINGTON— Today, Congresswoman Kristen McDonald Rivet (MI-08) and Congressman John Moolenaar (MI-02) successfully passed the Rapid Disaster Relief Act through the U.S. House Committee on Transportation & Infrastructure. This legislation, supported by Republicans and Democrats, establishes an expedited timeline for the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to reimburse cities and towns for emergency recovery projects.
WASHINGTON— Today, Congresswoman Kristen McDonald Rivet (MI-08) released the following statement after supporting bipartisan legislation through the U.S. House of Representatives to combat the opioid crisis, shine a light on human rights violations, and support American manufacturing by standing up to China.
FLINT— Today, Congresswoman Kristen McDonald Rivet (MI-08) announced new federal grant funding to enhance Riverbank Park in Flint, supporting new features and improving safety and accessibility.
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) announced new federal funding requests aimed at bolstering infrastructure in mid-Michigan. The funding would improve and replace crumbling roads, enhance public safety, create jobs, and foster long-term economic development.
WASHINGTON— Congresswoman Kristen McDonald Rivet (MI-08) recently introduced the bipartisan Biomanufacturing and Jobs Act. This bill, supported by Republicans and Democrats, strengthens markets for American farmers to sell their goods, and solidifies the United States’ role as a global leader in biomanufacturing.
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.
WASHINGTON— Today, Congresswoman Kristen McDonald Rivet (MI-08) is calling on Republicans in Congress to join her and make Affordable Care Act tax credits permanent to prevent health care costs from skyrocketing in January.
WASHINGTON— Today, Congresswoman Kristen McDonald Rivet (MI-08) announced new federal grant funding to support runway reconstruction at MBS International Airport in Saginaw County.
The $4,657,313 grant – issued by the U.S. Department of Transportation – would fund the reconstruction of Taxiway A, including rehabilitating approximately 6,400 feet of runway and updating the runway’s lighting and signage.
