U.S. Representative for Michigan’s 6th District
Debbie Dingell
Position · −0.40
- In office
- House 2015–now
11 years in CongressMore senior than 66% of the House - Breaks on
- International Affairs 8% · Crime and Law Enforcement 4%
- Committees
- Energy and Commerce · Natural Resources
- Bills on
- Health · Public Lands and Natural Resources · Environmental Protection
- Age
- 72
2026 election
Running for re-election
General election Nov 3, 2026
Also running
Bottom line
Where Dingell has influence
Roles
No committee leadership roles.
- Energy and Commerce · 10th in seniority on the minority side
- Natural Resources · 17th in seniority on the minority side
Bills on the move
- H.R. 3276 Local Communities & Bird Habitat Stewardship Act of 2026 · Passed a chamber
- H.R. 2290 World War II Women's Memorial Location Act · Passed a chamber
- H.R. 1917 Great Lakes Mass Marking Program Act of 2025 · Passed a chamber
- H.R. 3858 Sport Fish Restoration, Recreational Boating Safety, and Wildlife Restoration Act of 2025 · Out of committee
Talks most about
Stories in Dingell’s press releases with their latest stance, last three months. Read by AI.
Where Dingell breaks with Democrats
MethodShare of party-line votes on each issue where Dingell voted against most Democrats. The tick is the median for House Democrats.
- International Affairs 8% · 1 of 13 party 0%
- Crime and Law Enforcement 4% · 1 of 23 party 4%
- Armed Forces and National Security 3% · 1 of 37 party 0%
Notable votes
Full record (Pro)Where Dingell broke with their party, close outcomes and final passage votes on named bills, newest first.
| Date | Title | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| 09/16/26 | Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026On Motion to Concur in the Senate Amendments · This bill imposes a variety of sanctions, tariffs, and prohibitions related to Russia, extends an Iran-related sanctions law, and expands a…Broke w/ party | Yea |
| 07/16/26 | Take Care of America’s Veterans ActOn Motion to Recommit · This bill addresses veterans’ benefits, health care, counseling, Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) personnel, VA infrastructure, and the… | Not voting |
| 07/15/26 | Making appropriations for national security, Department of State, and related programs for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2027, and for other purposes.On Passage · National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2027 | Not voting |
| 06/04/26 | Directing the President pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution to remove United States Armed Forces from Lebanon.On Agreeing to the Resolution · This concurrent resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from Lebanon within seven days of the resolution's adoption.Broke w/ party | Yea |
| 05/21/26 | Sharri Briley and Eric Edmundson Veterans Benefits Expansion Act of 2026On Passage · This bill expands specified benefits programs for veterans and their survivors and establishes a supplemental monthly allowance for certain…Broke w/ party | Yea |
| 05/14/26 | Cashless Bail Reporting ActOn Passage · This bill requires the Department of Justice to publish annually a list of state and local governments that permit individuals who are…Broke w/ party | Yea |
| 05/13/26 | To amend the Clean Air Act with respect to the ethanol waiver for Reid Vapor Pressure under that Act, and for other purposes.On Motion to Recommit · Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act of 2025Broke w/ party | Yea |
| 04/30/26 | A bill to amend the FISA Amendments Act of 2008 to extend the authorities of title VII of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978, and for other purposes.On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass · This act extends the authorities of Title VII of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) until June 12, 2026.Broke w/ party | Nay |
Yea ■ filled · Nay □ open · Not voting – dash. Party split bars: Democrats left, Republicans right; dark = yea, light = nay.
What Dingell is saying
All 36 statements and posts-
Dingell, Bacon Introduce Resolution Recognizing World Space Week
Introduced a bipartisan resolution designating October 4-10, 2026, as World Space Week.
“The study and pursuit of space leads to both a greater understanding of our universe and our place in it.”
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Dingell, Kaine Introduce Legislation to Combat Campus Sexual Assault and Support Survivors
Introduced legislation to prevent campus sexual assault and support student survivors.
“Every student deserves to feel safe on their college campus and to know that if they experience sexual violence, they will be supported and taken seriously. The urgency to act has been put into sharp relief as we learn more about the horrific allegations coming out of Cornell.”
EducationAI-read
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NEW: Dingell Seeks Input on Federal Data Center “Bill of Rights”
Announced drafting federal data center Bill of Rights to ensure community input on large-scale projects.
“The rapid development of data centers has prompted concerns throughout Michigan’s Sixth District and beyond as communities are left with important questions on the potential impacts of these large-scale projects.”
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Introduced bipartisan resolution honoring 27th anniversary of Olmstead v. L.C. disability rights decision.
“It is essential that people with disabilities continue to have the right to live, work, and thrive in their own communities with dignity.”
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Introduced bipartisan legislation to designate Great Lakes Commission as official regional partnership within NOAA.
“The Great Lakes and their connected waterways are invaluable resources for Michigan and the United States.”
Great Lakes Restoration Initiative ActPublic Lands and Natural ResourcesAI-read
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Dingell Statement on Trump Administration Lowering Fuel Economy Standards, Ceding Ground to China
Criticized Trump administration's decision to lower fuel economy standards for vehicles.
“Today’s decision risks putting the American automotive industry at a competitive disadvantage while the rest of the world races ahead, and it also ignores the more pressing issue working men and women are facing right now with the cost-of-living crisis and the rising price of gas. Americans should have the freedom to…”
EnergyAI-read
◇ statements (press releases) · ○ posts. When a statement names a bill Dingell voted on, the vote is shown next to it.
Effectiveness, 119th Congress so far
How it’s measuredAbove expectations
Rank 67 of 433 in the House ┃ expected = average of 192 minority-party members without a committee lead
How far Dingell’s own bills got, weighted by substance. The average member scores 1.00.
- Introduced 57
- Action in committee 14
- Action beyond committee 4
- Passed chamber 3
- Became law 0
57 bills and joint resolutions sponsored: 2 significant (got a roll call vote), 55 substantive, 0 commemorative. Compare the House
Bills, 119th Congress
All 84 sponsored billsSponsored 84 (House median 25) · cosponsored 595 (median 289), 99 of them as an original cosponsor · most often on Health, Public Lands and Natural Resources, Environmental Protection.
- H.R. 10665 To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to require institutions of higher education to have an independent advocate for campus sexual assault prevention and response.Introduced Oct 1, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 10664 To establish a grant program for institutions of higher education to implement patient-centered academic counseling services for student survivors of sexual assault and other violence.Introduced Oct 1, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 10663 To amend title 18, United States Code, to provide for victims of crime to be notified of firearms-related activity by the offender, and for other purposes.Introduced Oct 1, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 10020 Medicare at Home ActHealth · Introduced Oct 1, 2026 In committee
- H.Res. 1597 Expressing support for designation of the week of October 4, 2026, through October 10, 2026, as "World Space Week".Introduced Oct 1, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 9384 Stephen Wira ABLE ActSocial Welfare · Introduced Sep 28, 2026 In committee
- H.Res. 1586 Recognizing and honoring the 27th anniversary of the Supreme Court decision in Olmstead v. L.C.Introduced Sep 28, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 10547 PACE Access Improvement ActHealth · Introduced Sep 24, 2026 In committee
Votes by issue
How votes are tagged| Issue | Votes | Yea share | With party |
|---|---|---|---|
| Congress | 156 | 16% | Pro |
| Economics and Public Finance | 62 | 31% | Pro |
| Armed Forces and National Security | 59 | 34% | Pro |
| Energy | 38 | 32% | Pro |
| Environmental Protection | 33 | 42% | Pro |
| Crime and Law Enforcement | 32 | 44% | Pro |
| Government Operations and Politics | 29 | 55% | Pro |
| Commerce | 27 | 78% | Pro |
| Public Lands and Natural Resources | 26 | 54% | Pro |
| Finance and Financial Sector | 25 | 60% | Pro |
| International Affairs | 25 | 100% | Pro |
| Education | 16 | 25% | Pro |
| Immigration | 16 | 38% | Pro |
| Agriculture and Food | 14 | 57% | Pro |
| Science, Technology, Communications | 12 | 100% | Pro |
| Labor and Employment | 11 | 73% | Pro |
| Health | 8 | 75% | Pro |
| Transportation and Public Works | 8 | 88% | Pro |
| Emergency Management | 7 | 86% | Pro |
| Law | 7 | 43% | Pro |
| Taxation | 6 | 67% | Pro |
| Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues | 5 | 80% | Pro |
| Animals | 4 | 50% | Pro |
| Families | 4 | 50% | Pro |
| Housing and Community Development | 4 | 100% | Pro |
| Native Americans | 4 | 100% | Pro |
| Procedural | 4 | 75% | Pro |
| Foreign Trade and International Finance | 3 | 100% | Pro |
| Social Welfare | 3 | 67% | Pro |
| Arts, Culture, Religion | 2 | 50% | Pro |
| Water Resources Development | 2 | 100% | Pro |
| Government operations & elections | 1 | 0% | Pro |
Who votes alike
MethodAgreement on contested votes where both cast yea or nay.
Most aligned
- DPablo José HernándezPR-AL100%agreement
- DFrederica S. WilsonFL-2499%agreement
- DJill N. TokudaHI-299%agreement
See all twelve closest allies, the members Dingell most often votes against, and the closest allies in the other party.
Start with a free account Log inCampaign money
MethodIn the 2025–26 cycle Dingell’s campaign raised $1.2M: $389K (33%) from individuals and $692K (58%) from PACs and other committees. Cash on hand: $415K.
Through Jul 15, 2026; filings lag, so recent gifts can take weeks to appear. Money raised also counts loans and transfers, so the shares need not add to 100%. Source: FEC.gov.
Last cycle, party money, self-funding and debts are part of Pro. See Pro
Who funds Dingell
The largest PACs and other committees giving directly to the campaign this cycle, of 212.
- International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers Labor union PAC
- CMS Energy Corporation Corporate PAC
See how much each organization gave Dingell this cycle and last, the mix of corporate, labor, trade and other PACs, and who else each one funds.
Start with a free account Log inDingell’s own leadership PAC: Wolverine PAC. A separate PAC a member sponsors to give to other candidates.
Record over time
Compare Dingell’s measures across every Congress on file.
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Career in Congress
- U.S. House, MI-6Democrat2023–present
- U.S. House, MI-12Democrat2015–2023
Seat
- State
- Michigan
- District
- 6
- Current term
- 2025–2027
- Age
- 72
Committees and roles
Contact
- DC office
- 202-225-4071
102 Cannon House Office Building - District offices
- Ann Arbor, Woodhaven
- Website
- debbiedingell.house.gov
- RepDebbieDingell
- repdingell
Elsewhere
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