Michigan Dems’ bill would force Congress to buy Union cars

The “Make Congress Drive Union-Made Act” would impose restrictions on which cars they can buy or lease using their so- called Members' Representational Allowance, the funds lawmakers are given annually to spend on staff, district office leases and other expenses related to their official duties.

Rajiv Sicora, the UAW's legislative director, said in a statement to POLITICO that the legislation “would ensure that Members of Congress stand up for the union way of life in their choice of vehicle — supporting the generations of autoworkers who build not only cars, but a better economic future based on solidarity.”

“Michigan auto workers put the world on wheels, and they deserve to know their elected leaders have their backs,”

“This bill makes sure we invest in our American auto industry and the union workers that power it.”