Biography
Debbie Dingell, born on November 23, 1953, in Detroit, Michigan, is a Democratic member of the U.S. House of Representatives, serving Michigan's 6th congressional district since 2023. Prior to this, she represented Michigan's 12th district from 2015 to 2023. She succeeded her late husband, John Dingell, who was the longest-serving member of Congress in U.S. history.
Before her tenure in Congress, Dingell had a distinguished career in the automotive industry, serving as President of the General Motors Foundation and as a senior executive responsible for public affairs. She also chaired the Wayne State University Board of Governors, advocating for accessible and affordable education.
In 2021, she was recognized as one of the most influential women by Crain's Detroit Business.
Education
- Bachelor of Science in Foreign Service , Edmund A. Walsh School of Foreign Service, Georgetown University, 1975
- Master of Science in Liberal Studies, Georgetown University, 1996
Political Experience
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U.S. House of Representatives:
- Representative for Michigan's 6th District, 2023–present
- Representative for Michigan's 12th District, 2015–2023
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Committee Assignments:
- Member, House Committee on Energy and Commerce
- Subcommittee on Health
- Subcommittee on Communications & Technology
- Subcommittee on Consumer Protection & Commerce
- Subcommittee on the Environment & Climate Change
- Member, House Committee on Natural Resources
- Subcommittee on National Parks, Forests, and Public Lands
- Subcommittee on Oversight & Investigations
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Caucus Memberships:
- Congressional Progressive Caucus
- Congressional Arts Caucus
- Congressional Caucus on Macedonia and Macedonian-Americans
- Congressional Solar Caucus
- Congressional Wildlife Refuge Caucus
- Medicare for All Caucus
- Blue Collar Caucus
- Problem Solvers Caucus
- Rare Disease Caucus
- United States-China Working Group
Throughout her congressional career, Dingell has been a staunch advocate for manufacturing growth, affordable healthcare, senior and veteran support, and environmental protection, particularly concerning the Great Lakes. She is recognized for her bipartisan approach to legislation, focusing on issues critical to Michigan's working families.
