Seniors
Information regarding my stance on Seniors' issues.
July 3, 2025
There is nothing beautiful about this bill. Over the past several weeks I've heard from many constituents in NW Oregon who are overwhelmingly opposed to this harmful and partisan legislation.
June 27, 2025
Decades of discrimination have left many LGBTQI+ seniors without the support and resources they need to stay healthy as they age.
Issues:Seniors
May 20, 2025
Older workers have a wealth of experience to offer and should not have to overcome age discrimination, or any other form of discrimination, to find a job or fulfill their role in a workplace.
Issues:Jobs and EconomySeniors
April 29, 2025
Established in 2012, the ACL was created to eliminate fragmentation in federal programs for aging and disability populations, improve access to quality healthcare and long-term services, and ensure consistent policies across federal agencies.
Issues:Seniors
April 24, 2025
“HHS Secretary Kennedy’s decision to eliminate ACL is unacceptable and will be harmful to the millions of Americans who benefit from essential programs like Meals on Wheels,” Bonamici said in a statement. “We are demanding answers about why and how Secretary Kennedy made this harmful decision and will keep up the pressure until it is reversed.”
Issues:Seniors
May 16, 2024
The ability of LGBTQI+ older Americans and seniors living with HIV to age with dignity should not depend on their zip code.
Issues:Health CareSeniors
February 27, 2024
First District Oregon Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici saw the impact of increasing food and housing costs in outer Southwest Portland when she recently toured the pantry for low-income families operated by Neighborhood House.
Issues:Jobs and EconomySeniors
May 24, 2023
It is unacceptable that decades of discrimination have left many LGBTQI+ seniors without the support and resources they need to stay healthy as they age.
Issues:Civil RightsSeniors
May 18, 2023
Seniors need access to nutritious food so they can live healthy lives.
Issues:Health CareSeniors
April 19, 2023
Older Americans should be able to age with dignity.
Issues:Consumer ProtectionSeniors