WASHINGTON—U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) today made the following statement praising the launch of General Motor’s Chevy Volt.

“Today’s official launch of GM’s Chevy Volt marks a major milestone in automotive innovation.  The Volt not only showcases GM’s successful turnaround, but also highlights the efforts of the hardworking men and women who are making the battery packs, building the engines, and assembling the Volt right here in Michigan. Production of the Volt will help strengthen Michigan’s clean-energy economy, create good-paying jobs, and reduce our dependence on foreign oil .” —U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow.

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