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Slotkin, Peters Reintroduce Legislation to Grant Federal Recognition to the Grand River Bands of Ottawa Indians
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senators Elissa Slotkin (D-MI) and Gary Peters (D-MI) reintroduced legislation to grant federal recognition to the Grand River Bands of Ottawa Indians (GRB). In addition to granting federal recognition to the GRB, the Grand River Bands of Ottawa Indians Restoration Act would make its members eligible for benefits and services provided by the federal government, including tuition, health care, and housing assistance. U.S. Representatives Hillary Scholten (D-MI-03) and John James (R-MI-10) introduced companion legislation in the House of Representatives. “The Grand River Bands of Ottawa Indians have fought for federal recognition for 30 years. They have historic ties to Michigan
Slotkin Statement on U.S. Strikes in Iran
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Yesterday, U.S. Senator Elissa Slotkin (D-MI) released the following statement in response to U.S. military strikes in Iran: “I expect a full, classified brief on the strikes in Iran, and the strategy and force protection plans, as soon as possible. In the meantime, tonight I’m focused on the safety of the over 40,000 U.S. forces in the Middle East, and their loved ones back home, concerned about retaliation and what comes next. “While it’s too early to know the results, a successful strike by our capable military wasn’t the primary question. “The real question is: what happens the day after? A strike
Slotkin Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Ban Smartphone Use During School Hours at DoDEA Schools
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Elissa Slotkin (D-MI) joined Senator Jim Banks (R-IN) in introducing the REFOCUS DODEA Act, legislation aimed at restoring focus in Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) classrooms by prohibiting the use of smartphones during the school day. The Restoring Our Educational Focus on Children of U.S. Servicemembers at DODEA (REFOCUS DODEA) Act directs the Secretary of Defense and the Director of DoDEA to implement regulations within 30 days to ensure that smartphones are not used by students during instructional hours. The bill requires that phones be stored in secure lockers, pouches, or containers throughout the school day, while providing