{"id":13104,"name":"Gary C. Peters","first_name":"Gary C.","last_name":"Peters","middle_name":null,"suffix":null,"bioguide_id":"P000595","fec_candidate_id":null,"ocd_person_id":null,"govtrack_id":null,"opensecrets_id":null,"votesmart_id":null,"office_id":1,"party":"Democrat","status":"active","photo_url":"https://www.congress.gov/img/member/p000595_200.jpg","website":"https://www.peters.senate.gov","campaign_url":null,"email":null,"phone":null,"social_twitter":null,"social_facebook":null,"social_instagram":null,"social_youtube":null,"state":"MI","district":null,"city":null,"assumed_office":"2009","term_end":"2015","born":"1958","source":"congress_gov","source_url":"https://api.congress.gov/v3/member/P000595","source_updated":"2026-05-09T12:13:18.040Z","first_seen":"2026-05-09 12:13:18","last_seen":"2026-05-09 12:13:18","created_at":"2026-05-09 12:13:18","updated_at":"2026-05-10 01:04:44","canonical_id":null,"fec_checked_at":null,"office_name":"U.S. Senator","level":"federal","branch":"legislative","office_chamber":"senate","positions":[{"topic":"Healthcare","stance":"Filter Legislation","detail":"By Congress Mobile Search By Congress  119 118 117 116 115 114 Sponsored Mobile Search By Sponsorship Sponsored Cosponsored  Filter aside Search Congress.gov Bill # Bill Description Updated S.4631 Sponsored — Expanding Whistleblower Protections for Contractors Act of 2026 05/21/2026 S.4563 Sponsored — A bill to amend the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 to require a deadline for publication of information contained in reports on findings of investigations relating to imports that impair national security, and for other purposes. 05/19/2026 S.4562 Sponsored — A bill to direct the Attorney General to conduct a study on animal cruelty, and for other purposes. 05/19/2026 S.4573 Sponsored — A bill to designate the Great Lakes Commission as a Regional Great Lakes Partnership, and for other purposes. 05/19/2026 S.4369 Cosponsored — A bill to repeal an executive order relating to Federal elections, and for other purposes. 04/22/2026 S.4298 Cosponsored — A bill to provide appropriations for the Internal Revenue Service to overhaul technology and strengthen enforcement, and for other purposes. 04/15/2026 S.4264 Sponsored — A bill to provide NASA the authority to detect, identify, monitor, and track unmanned aircraft systems, and for other purposes. 03/26/2026 S.4250 Cosponsored — A bill to amend the Dingell-Johnson Sport Fish Restoration Act with respect to sport fish restoration and recreational boating safety, and for other purposes. 03/26/2026 S.4208 Cosponsored — A bill to establish a demonstration program to provide payments on eligible loans for individuals who are eligible for the National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Program. 03/25/2026 S.4172 Cosponsored — A bill to amend the Animal Welfare Act to allow for the retirement of certain animals used in Federal research, and for other purposes. 03/24/2026 S.4127 Cosponsored — Transportation ","source_url":"https://www.peters.senate.gov/about/legislation","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Economy","stance":"Filter Legislation","detail":"By Congress Mobile Search By Congress  119 118 117 116 115 114 Sponsored Mobile Search By Sponsorship Sponsored Cosponsored  Filter aside Search Congress.gov Bill # Bill Description Updated S.4631 Sponsored — Expanding Whistleblower Protections for Contractors Act of 2026 05/21/2026 S.4563 Sponsored — A bill to amend the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 to require a deadline for publication of information contained in reports on findings of investigations relating to imports that impair national security, and for other purposes. 05/19/2026 S.4562 Sponsored — A bill to direct the Attorney General to conduct a study on animal cruelty, and for other purposes. 05/19/2026 S.4573 Sponsored — A bill to designate the Great Lakes Commission as a Regional Great Lakes Partnership, and for other purposes. 05/19/2026 S.4369 Cosponsored — A bill to repeal an executive order relating to Federal elections, and for other purposes. 04/22/2026 S.4298 Cosponsored — A bill to provide appropriations for the Internal Revenue Service to overhaul technology and strengthen enforcement, and for other purposes. 04/15/2026 S.4264 Sponsored — A bill to provide NASA the authority to detect, identify, monitor, and track unmanned aircraft systems, and for other purposes. 03/26/2026 S.4250 Cosponsored — A bill to amend the Dingell-Johnson Sport Fish Restoration Act with respect to sport fish restoration and recreational boating safety, and for other purposes. 03/26/2026 S.4208 Cosponsored — A bill to establish a demonstration program to provide payments on eligible loans for individuals who are eligible for the National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Program. 03/25/2026 S.4172 Cosponsored — A bill to amend the Animal Welfare Act to allow for the retirement of certain animals used in Federal research, and for other purposes. 03/24/2026 S.4127 Cosponsored — Transportation ","source_url":"https://www.peters.senate.gov/about/legislation","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Education","stance":"Filter Legislation","detail":"By Congress Mobile Search By Congress  119 118 117 116 115 114 Sponsored Mobile Search By Sponsorship Sponsored Cosponsored  Filter aside Search Congress.gov Bill # Bill Description Updated S.4631 Sponsored — Expanding Whistleblower Protections for Contractors Act of 2026 05/21/2026 S.4563 Sponsored — A bill to amend the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 to require a deadline for publication of information contained in reports on findings of investigations relating to imports that impair national security, and for other purposes. 05/19/2026 S.4562 Sponsored — A bill to direct the Attorney General to conduct a study on animal cruelty, and for other purposes. 05/19/2026 S.4573 Sponsored — A bill to designate the Great Lakes Commission as a Regional Great Lakes Partnership, and for other purposes. 05/19/2026 S.4369 Cosponsored — A bill to repeal an executive order relating to Federal elections, and for other purposes. 04/22/2026 S.4298 Cosponsored — A bill to provide appropriations for the Internal Revenue Service to overhaul technology and strengthen enforcement, and for other purposes. 04/15/2026 S.4264 Sponsored — A bill to provide NASA the authority to detect, identify, monitor, and track unmanned aircraft systems, and for other purposes. 03/26/2026 S.4250 Cosponsored — A bill to amend the Dingell-Johnson Sport Fish Restoration Act with respect to sport fish restoration and recreational boating safety, and for other purposes. 03/26/2026 S.4208 Cosponsored — A bill to establish a demonstration program to provide payments on eligible loans for individuals who are eligible for the National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Program. 03/25/2026 S.4172 Cosponsored — A bill to amend the Animal Welfare Act to allow for the retirement of certain animals used in Federal research, and for other purposes. 03/24/2026 S.4127 Cosponsored — Transportation ","source_url":"https://www.peters.senate.gov/about/legislation","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"National Security","stance":"Filter Legislation","detail":"By Congress Mobile Search By Congress  119 118 117 116 115 114 Sponsored Mobile Search By Sponsorship Sponsored Cosponsored  Filter aside Search Congress.gov Bill # Bill Description Updated S.4631 Sponsored — Expanding Whistleblower Protections for Contractors Act of 2026 05/21/2026 S.4563 Sponsored — A bill to amend the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 to require a deadline for publication of information contained in reports on findings of investigations relating to imports that impair national security, and for other purposes. 05/19/2026 S.4562 Sponsored — A bill to direct the Attorney General to conduct a study on animal cruelty, and for other purposes. 05/19/2026 S.4573 Sponsored — A bill to designate the Great Lakes Commission as a Regional Great Lakes Partnership, and for other purposes. 05/19/2026 S.4369 Cosponsored — A bill to repeal an executive order relating to Federal elections, and for other purposes. 04/22/2026 S.4298 Cosponsored — A bill to provide appropriations for the Internal Revenue Service to overhaul technology and strengthen enforcement, and for other purposes. 04/15/2026 S.4264 Sponsored — A bill to provide NASA the authority to detect, identify, monitor, and track unmanned aircraft systems, and for other purposes. 03/26/2026 S.4250 Cosponsored — A bill to amend the Dingell-Johnson Sport Fish Restoration Act with respect to sport fish restoration and recreational boating safety, and for other purposes. 03/26/2026 S.4208 Cosponsored — A bill to establish a demonstration program to provide payments on eligible loans for individuals who are eligible for the National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Program. 03/25/2026 S.4172 Cosponsored — A bill to amend the Animal Welfare Act to allow for the retirement of certain animals used in Federal research, and for other purposes. 03/24/2026 S.4127 Cosponsored — Transportation ","source_url":"https://www.peters.senate.gov/about/legislation","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Technology","stance":"Filter Legislation","detail":"By Congress Mobile Search By Congress  119 118 117 116 115 114 Sponsored Mobile Search By Sponsorship Sponsored Cosponsored  Filter aside Search Congress.gov Bill # Bill Description Updated S.4631 Sponsored — Expanding Whistleblower Protections for Contractors Act of 2026 05/21/2026 S.4563 Sponsored — A bill to amend the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 to require a deadline for publication of information contained in reports on findings of investigations relating to imports that impair national security, and for other purposes. 05/19/2026 S.4562 Sponsored — A bill to direct the Attorney General to conduct a study on animal cruelty, and for other purposes. 05/19/2026 S.4573 Sponsored — A bill to designate the Great Lakes Commission as a Regional Great Lakes Partnership, and for other purposes. 05/19/2026 S.4369 Cosponsored — A bill to repeal an executive order relating to Federal elections, and for other purposes. 04/22/2026 S.4298 Cosponsored — A bill to provide appropriations for the Internal Revenue Service to overhaul technology and strengthen enforcement, and for other purposes. 04/15/2026 S.4264 Sponsored — A bill to provide NASA the authority to detect, identify, monitor, and track unmanned aircraft systems, and for other purposes. 03/26/2026 S.4250 Cosponsored — A bill to amend the Dingell-Johnson Sport Fish Restoration Act with respect to sport fish restoration and recreational boating safety, and for other purposes. 03/26/2026 S.4208 Cosponsored — A bill to establish a demonstration program to provide payments on eligible loans for individuals who are eligible for the National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Program. 03/25/2026 S.4172 Cosponsored — A bill to amend the Animal Welfare Act to allow for the retirement of certain animals used in Federal research, and for other purposes. 03/24/2026 S.4127 Cosponsored — Transportation ","source_url":"https://www.peters.senate.gov/about/legislation","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Social Security","stance":"Filter Legislation","detail":"By Congress Mobile Search By Congress  119 118 117 116 115 114 Sponsored Mobile Search By Sponsorship Sponsored Cosponsored  Filter aside Search Congress.gov Bill # Bill Description Updated S.4631 Sponsored — Expanding Whistleblower Protections for Contractors Act of 2026 05/21/2026 S.4563 Sponsored — A bill to amend the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 to require a deadline for publication of information contained in reports on findings of investigations relating to imports that impair national security, and for other purposes. 05/19/2026 S.4562 Sponsored — A bill to direct the Attorney General to conduct a study on animal cruelty, and for other purposes. 05/19/2026 S.4573 Sponsored — A bill to designate the Great Lakes Commission as a Regional Great Lakes Partnership, and for other purposes. 05/19/2026 S.4369 Cosponsored — A bill to repeal an executive order relating to Federal elections, and for other purposes. 04/22/2026 S.4298 Cosponsored — A bill to provide appropriations for the Internal Revenue Service to overhaul technology and strengthen enforcement, and for other purposes. 04/15/2026 S.4264 Sponsored — A bill to provide NASA the authority to detect, identify, monitor, and track unmanned aircraft systems, and for other purposes. 03/26/2026 S.4250 Cosponsored — A bill to amend the Dingell-Johnson Sport Fish Restoration Act with respect to sport fish restoration and recreational boating safety, and for other purposes. 03/26/2026 S.4208 Cosponsored — A bill to establish a demonstration program to provide payments on eligible loans for individuals who are eligible for the National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Program. 03/25/2026 S.4172 Cosponsored — A bill to amend the Animal Welfare Act to allow for the retirement of certain animals used in Federal research, and for other purposes. 03/24/2026 S.4127 Cosponsored — Transportation ","source_url":"https://www.peters.senate.gov/about/legislation","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"National Security","stance":"Vietnam Veteran Lapel Pin","detail":"Senator Peters would like to present veterans in Michigan with the Vietnam Veteran Lapel Pin as a lasting keepsake for their service and sacrifice on behalf of our nation. Living United States veterans who served on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces at any time during the period of November 1, 1955 to May 15, 1975 are eligible to receive a lapel pin. A medal ceremony to present all Vietnam Veteran Lapel Pins will be scheduled based on requests to honor Vietnam Veterans. (please note: event details will be sent to veterans who register). To claim your pin, click here to complete the form (please complete all fields).","source_url":"https://www.peters.senate.gov/services/for-veterans","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Technology","stance":"Vietnam Veteran Lapel Pin","detail":"Senator Peters would like to present veterans in Michigan with the Vietnam Veteran Lapel Pin as a lasting keepsake for their service and sacrifice on behalf of our nation. Living United States veterans who served on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces at any time during the period of November 1, 1955 to May 15, 1975 are eligible to receive a lapel pin. A medal ceremony to present all Vietnam Veteran Lapel Pins will be scheduled based on requests to honor Vietnam Veterans. (please note: event details will be sent to veterans who register). To claim your pin, click here to complete the form (please complete all fields).","source_url":"https://www.peters.senate.gov/services/for-veterans","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Education","stance":"FEDERAL GRANT, PROCUREMENT, LOAN, & OTHER FUNDING ASSISTANCE","detail":"As your Senator, Gary works to help bring federal resources to Michigan and our office stands ready to guide you through the process of identifying grant, loan and other program opportunities to support your efforts. This page includes links to information on federal grant, procurement and loan resources as well as other information that will be of interest to businesses, non-profits and others looking for government and private financial and non-financial resources. We hope you find this information helpful and that you will feel free to reach out to our office at (844) 506-7420 with any questions.","source_url":"https://www.peters.senate.gov/federal-grant-procurement-loan-and-other-funding-assistance","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"National Security","stance":"FEDERAL GRANT, PROCUREMENT, LOAN, & OTHER FUNDING ASSISTANCE","detail":"As your Senator, Gary works to help bring federal resources to Michigan and our office stands ready to guide you through the process of identifying grant, loan and other program opportunities to support your efforts. This page includes links to information on federal grant, procurement and loan resources as well as other information that will be of interest to businesses, non-profits and others looking for government and private financial and non-financial resources. We hope you find this information helpful and that you will feel free to reach out to our office at (844) 506-7420 with any questions.","source_url":"https://www.peters.senate.gov/federal-grant-procurement-loan-and-other-funding-assistance","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Healthcare","stance":"FAQ","detail":"Does Senator Peters’ staff write grant proposals, review, or proof-read them? While Senator Peters’ office is unable to write, review or proofread grant proposals, we are able to help in other ways. The office can assist you in researching federal grants you may be eligible for and we may be able to provide a letter of support for your project. The office also has a Federal Grants Guide for Michigan Municipalities that includes a range of grant opportunities. To have your letter of support request considered, please click on this link: Sen Peters grant letter of support request form. Does Senator Peters decide who receives a grant? No. Those decisions are made by the cabinet department peer review committees based on objective criteria.  I’m a for-profit company. Are federal grants available to me? Usually not, but click here to review the Small Business Administration for more information. How can I get a grant to start a small business or to make additions and improvements to my current small business? Please see both the Federal Grant & Procurement section and the Business Resources sections below.  Are there grants for construction costs? Generally, federal grants do not cover the cost of new construction or capital improvements. However, you may be able to apply for funding for planning, operational and programmatic costs and can divert the money you would have spent on that towards construction costs.  Where can I find open federal grant opportunities? Click here to visit Grants.gov to find federal grant opportunities. For a full list of open and closed funding opportunities, click here to visit SAM.gov. See Federal Grant & Procurement Resources section for a federal grants guide for Michigan municipalities compiled by Senator Peters’ office.  Who is eligible for federal grant funding? Most federal grants are awarded to non-profits like charities, schools and community organizations, state & local government agencies, federally-","source_url":"https://www.peters.senate.gov/federal-grant-procurement-loan-and-other-funding-assistance","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Economy","stance":"FAQ","detail":"Does Senator Peters’ staff write grant proposals, review, or proof-read them? While Senator Peters’ office is unable to write, review or proofread grant proposals, we are able to help in other ways. The office can assist you in researching federal grants you may be eligible for and we may be able to provide a letter of support for your project. The office also has a Federal Grants Guide for Michigan Municipalities that includes a range of grant opportunities. To have your letter of support request considered, please click on this link: Sen Peters grant letter of support request form. Does Senator Peters decide who receives a grant? No. Those decisions are made by the cabinet department peer review committees based on objective criteria.  I’m a for-profit company. Are federal grants available to me? Usually not, but click here to review the Small Business Administration for more information. How can I get a grant to start a small business or to make additions and improvements to my current small business? Please see both the Federal Grant & Procurement section and the Business Resources sections below.  Are there grants for construction costs? Generally, federal grants do not cover the cost of new construction or capital improvements. However, you may be able to apply for funding for planning, operational and programmatic costs and can divert the money you would have spent on that towards construction costs.  Where can I find open federal grant opportunities? Click here to visit Grants.gov to find federal grant opportunities. For a full list of open and closed funding opportunities, click here to visit SAM.gov. See Federal Grant & Procurement Resources section for a federal grants guide for Michigan municipalities compiled by Senator Peters’ office.  Who is eligible for federal grant funding? Most federal grants are awarded to non-profits like charities, schools and community organizations, state & local government agencies, federally-","source_url":"https://www.peters.senate.gov/federal-grant-procurement-loan-and-other-funding-assistance","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Education","stance":"FAQ","detail":"Does Senator Peters’ staff write grant proposals, review, or proof-read them? While Senator Peters’ office is unable to write, review or proofread grant proposals, we are able to help in other ways. The office can assist you in researching federal grants you may be eligible for and we may be able to provide a letter of support for your project. The office also has a Federal Grants Guide for Michigan Municipalities that includes a range of grant opportunities. To have your letter of support request considered, please click on this link: Sen Peters grant letter of support request form. Does Senator Peters decide who receives a grant? No. Those decisions are made by the cabinet department peer review committees based on objective criteria.  I’m a for-profit company. Are federal grants available to me? Usually not, but click here to review the Small Business Administration for more information. How can I get a grant to start a small business or to make additions and improvements to my current small business? Please see both the Federal Grant & Procurement section and the Business Resources sections below.  Are there grants for construction costs? Generally, federal grants do not cover the cost of new construction or capital improvements. However, you may be able to apply for funding for planning, operational and programmatic costs and can divert the money you would have spent on that towards construction costs.  Where can I find open federal grant opportunities? Click here to visit Grants.gov to find federal grant opportunities. For a full list of open and closed funding opportunities, click here to visit SAM.gov. See Federal Grant & Procurement Resources section for a federal grants guide for Michigan municipalities compiled by Senator Peters’ office.  Who is eligible for federal grant funding? Most federal grants are awarded to non-profits like charities, schools and community organizations, state & local government agencies, federally-","source_url":"https://www.peters.senate.gov/federal-grant-procurement-loan-and-other-funding-assistance","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"National Security","stance":"FAQ","detail":"Does Senator Peters’ staff write grant proposals, review, or proof-read them? While Senator Peters’ office is unable to write, review or proofread grant proposals, we are able to help in other ways. The office can assist you in researching federal grants you may be eligible for and we may be able to provide a letter of support for your project. The office also has a Federal Grants Guide for Michigan Municipalities that includes a range of grant opportunities. To have your letter of support request considered, please click on this link: Sen Peters grant letter of support request form. Does Senator Peters decide who receives a grant? No. Those decisions are made by the cabinet department peer review committees based on objective criteria.  I’m a for-profit company. Are federal grants available to me? Usually not, but click here to review the Small Business Administration for more information. How can I get a grant to start a small business or to make additions and improvements to my current small business? Please see both the Federal Grant & Procurement section and the Business Resources sections below.  Are there grants for construction costs? Generally, federal grants do not cover the cost of new construction or capital improvements. However, you may be able to apply for funding for planning, operational and programmatic costs and can divert the money you would have spent on that towards construction costs.  Where can I find open federal grant opportunities? Click here to visit Grants.gov to find federal grant opportunities. For a full list of open and closed funding opportunities, click here to visit SAM.gov. See Federal Grant & Procurement Resources section for a federal grants guide for Michigan municipalities compiled by Senator Peters’ office.  Who is eligible for federal grant funding? Most federal grants are awarded to non-profits like charities, schools and community organizations, state & local government agencies, federally-","source_url":"https://www.peters.senate.gov/federal-grant-procurement-loan-and-other-funding-assistance","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Technology","stance":"FAQ","detail":"Does Senator Peters’ staff write grant proposals, review, or proof-read them? While Senator Peters’ office is unable to write, review or proofread grant proposals, we are able to help in other ways. The office can assist you in researching federal grants you may be eligible for and we may be able to provide a letter of support for your project. The office also has a Federal Grants Guide for Michigan Municipalities that includes a range of grant opportunities. To have your letter of support request considered, please click on this link: Sen Peters grant letter of support request form. Does Senator Peters decide who receives a grant? No. Those decisions are made by the cabinet department peer review committees based on objective criteria.  I’m a for-profit company. Are federal grants available to me? Usually not, but click here to review the Small Business Administration for more information. How can I get a grant to start a small business or to make additions and improvements to my current small business? Please see both the Federal Grant & Procurement section and the Business Resources sections below.  Are there grants for construction costs? Generally, federal grants do not cover the cost of new construction or capital improvements. However, you may be able to apply for funding for planning, operational and programmatic costs and can divert the money you would have spent on that towards construction costs.  Where can I find open federal grant opportunities? Click here to visit Grants.gov to find federal grant opportunities. For a full list of open and closed funding opportunities, click here to visit SAM.gov. See Federal Grant & Procurement Resources section for a federal grants guide for Michigan municipalities compiled by Senator Peters’ office.  Who is eligible for federal grant funding? Most federal grants are awarded to non-profits like charities, schools and community organizations, state & local government agencies, federally-","source_url":"https://www.peters.senate.gov/federal-grant-procurement-loan-and-other-funding-assistance","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Housing","stance":"FAQ","detail":"Does Senator Peters’ staff write grant proposals, review, or proof-read them? While Senator Peters’ office is unable to write, review or proofread grant proposals, we are able to help in other ways. The office can assist you in researching federal grants you may be eligible for and we may be able to provide a letter of support for your project. The office also has a Federal Grants Guide for Michigan Municipalities that includes a range of grant opportunities. To have your letter of support request considered, please click on this link: Sen Peters grant letter of support request form. Does Senator Peters decide who receives a grant? No. Those decisions are made by the cabinet department peer review committees based on objective criteria.  I’m a for-profit company. Are federal grants available to me? Usually not, but click here to review the Small Business Administration for more information. How can I get a grant to start a small business or to make additions and improvements to my current small business? Please see both the Federal Grant & Procurement section and the Business Resources sections below.  Are there grants for construction costs? Generally, federal grants do not cover the cost of new construction or capital improvements. However, you may be able to apply for funding for planning, operational and programmatic costs and can divert the money you would have spent on that towards construction costs.  Where can I find open federal grant opportunities? Click here to visit Grants.gov to find federal grant opportunities. For a full list of open and closed funding opportunities, click here to visit SAM.gov. See Federal Grant & Procurement Resources section for a federal grants guide for Michigan municipalities compiled by Senator Peters’ office.  Who is eligible for federal grant funding? Most federal grants are awarded to non-profits like charities, schools and community organizations, state & local government agencies, federally-","source_url":"https://www.peters.senate.gov/federal-grant-procurement-loan-and-other-funding-assistance","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Criminal Justice","stance":"FAQ","detail":"Does Senator Peters’ staff write grant proposals, review, or proof-read them? While Senator Peters’ office is unable to write, review or proofread grant proposals, we are able to help in other ways. The office can assist you in researching federal grants you may be eligible for and we may be able to provide a letter of support for your project. The office also has a Federal Grants Guide for Michigan Municipalities that includes a range of grant opportunities. To have your letter of support request considered, please click on this link: Sen Peters grant letter of support request form. Does Senator Peters decide who receives a grant? No. Those decisions are made by the cabinet department peer review committees based on objective criteria.  I’m a for-profit company. Are federal grants available to me? Usually not, but click here to review the Small Business Administration for more information. How can I get a grant to start a small business or to make additions and improvements to my current small business? Please see both the Federal Grant & Procurement section and the Business Resources sections below.  Are there grants for construction costs? Generally, federal grants do not cover the cost of new construction or capital improvements. However, you may be able to apply for funding for planning, operational and programmatic costs and can divert the money you would have spent on that towards construction costs.  Where can I find open federal grant opportunities? Click here to visit Grants.gov to find federal grant opportunities. For a full list of open and closed funding opportunities, click here to visit SAM.gov. See Federal Grant & Procurement Resources section for a federal grants guide for Michigan municipalities compiled by Senator Peters’ office.  Who is eligible for federal grant funding? Most federal grants are awarded to non-profits like charities, schools and community organizations, state & local government agencies, federally-","source_url":"https://www.peters.senate.gov/federal-grant-procurement-loan-and-other-funding-assistance","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Education","stance":"Federal Grant & Procurement Resources","detail":"Federal Grants Guide for Michigan Municipalities: This is a guide compiled by Senator Peters’ office that includes information on select grant programs for which local government entities are eligible. Click HERE to access.  Senator Peters’ Grant Letter of Support: If you are applying for a federal grant and would like to request a letter of support from Senator Peters, please complete and submit this Grant Letter of Support Request Form and your request will be considered. Please note that the request must pertain to a specific federal grant for which you are applying or have applied; general letters of support will not be considered. Grants.gov: Grants.gov is a single access point for over 1,000 grant programs offered by the 26 federal grant-making agencies. It is the federal government’s main web resource on which you can find and apply for federal government grants. SAM.gov: SAM.gov provides access to and official descriptions of more than 2,000 federal programs (including grant, loan, procurement and other financial and non-financial assistance) available to state and local governments, profit and non-profit organizations, groups and individuals. Programs are searchable and descriptions are updated by departments and agencies, and they cover authorizing legislation, objectives, and eligibility and compliance requirements. Michigan APEX Accelerators (formerly Procurement Technical Assistance Centers, or PTAC): With offices located throughout Michigan, APEX Accelerators offer marketing, technical consulting and training to businesses in the state interested in obtaining federal, state and local government contracts. Click HERE to learn more.  Overview of the Federal Procurement Process and Resources: This Congressional Research Services’ report describes the most common elements of the federal procurement process and resources that may be used in that process.","source_url":"https://www.peters.senate.gov/federal-grant-procurement-loan-and-other-funding-assistance","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"National Security","stance":"Federal Grant & Procurement Resources","detail":"Federal Grants Guide for Michigan Municipalities: This is a guide compiled by Senator Peters’ office that includes information on select grant programs for which local government entities are eligible. Click HERE to access.  Senator Peters’ Grant Letter of Support: If you are applying for a federal grant and would like to request a letter of support from Senator Peters, please complete and submit this Grant Letter of Support Request Form and your request will be considered. Please note that the request must pertain to a specific federal grant for which you are applying or have applied; general letters of support will not be considered. Grants.gov: Grants.gov is a single access point for over 1,000 grant programs offered by the 26 federal grant-making agencies. It is the federal government’s main web resource on which you can find and apply for federal government grants. SAM.gov: SAM.gov provides access to and official descriptions of more than 2,000 federal programs (including grant, loan, procurement and other financial and non-financial assistance) available to state and local governments, profit and non-profit organizations, groups and individuals. Programs are searchable and descriptions are updated by departments and agencies, and they cover authorizing legislation, objectives, and eligibility and compliance requirements. Michigan APEX Accelerators (formerly Procurement Technical Assistance Centers, or PTAC): With offices located throughout Michigan, APEX Accelerators offer marketing, technical consulting and training to businesses in the state interested in obtaining federal, state and local government contracts. Click HERE to learn more.  Overview of the Federal Procurement Process and Resources: This Congressional Research Services’ report describes the most common elements of the federal procurement process and resources that may be used in that process.","source_url":"https://www.peters.senate.gov/federal-grant-procurement-loan-and-other-funding-assistance","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Technology","stance":"Federal Grant & Procurement Resources","detail":"Federal Grants Guide for Michigan Municipalities: This is a guide compiled by Senator Peters’ office that includes information on select grant programs for which local government entities are eligible. 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Michigan Small Business Development Center (SBDC): The Michigan Small Business Development Center provides counseling, training, research and advocacy for new business ventures, existing small businesses and innovative technology companies. The State Headquarters, located at Grand Valley State University, supports regional and satellite offices, each providing counseling and training to small business owners and entrepreneurs throughout the 83 counties in Michigan through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC): The Michigan Economic Development Corporation can assist businesses expanding, relocating or just looking for help with its one-stop business service and wide array of economic development tools. USA.gov for Businesses: Includes contracting with the federal government, international trade and exporting, and small business. 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Community Foundations: There are more than 750 community foundations in the U.S., which are grantmaking public charities dedicated to improving the lives of people in a defined local geographic area. The Council on Foundations has a listing of community foundations by state. Resources for Grantseekers: This Congressional Research Services’ report provides a brief introduction to the grant process and describes key sources of information on government and private funding. How to Develop and Write a Grant Proposal: This Congressional Research Services’ report covers writing proposals for both government and private foundation grants.","source_url":"https://www.peters.senate.gov/federal-grant-procurement-loan-and-other-funding-assistance","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Technology","stance":"Nonprofit Resources ","detail":"Candid Grants Space: Gateway to information about private funding sources, the grantseeking process, guidelines on writing a grant proposal, addresses of state libraries with grants reference collections, and links to other useful Internet websites. Candid maintains a comprehensive Foundation Directory Online database on foundations; produces print and electronic directories and guides; conducts research and publishes studies in the field; and offers a variety of training and educational seminars. 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How to Develop and Write a Grant Proposal: This Congressional Research Services’ report covers writing proposals for both government and private foundation grants.","source_url":"https://www.peters.senate.gov/federal-grant-procurement-loan-and-other-funding-assistance","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Economy","stance":"Other Resources ","detail":"FTC Consumer Alerts: The Federal Trade Commission warns consumers to beware of paying \"processing fees\" for information that is available free to the public. Ads claiming federal grants and other assistance available for home repairs, home business, unpaid bills, or other personal expenses are often a scam. Click HERE for more.  A-Z Index of U. S. Department and Agencies: To better develop a grant proposal, search a department or agency's Home Page to learn more about its programs and objectives. U.S. Department of Education Student Aid Programs: U.S. Department of Education site on federal student aid assistance. 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There are also additional fields within each form, which help to better serve your particular needs.  I use this information to contact you regarding the matter about which you expressed your interest and to provide any casework assistance I can concerning the problems you may be experiencing.  This information will be available to members of my staff so they can help me in responding to your message or request. If you are requesting help with a casework matter, it also may be necessary for my office to share the information you provide with the government agency from which you are requesting assistance, in order to respond to your request.  Other than when needed to perform constituent casework at your request, or in the course of an authorized law enforcement investigation or emergency posing an imminent risk to public safety, my office will share no personal information communicated through my website with any outside organization or individual. 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