Oregon Delegation Honors Oregonian Paralympians and Olympians

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Representative Maxine Dexter (OR-03) introduced a resolution with U.S. Senators Jeff Merkley and Ron Wyden, supported by Representatives Suzanne Bonamici (OR-01), Cliff Bentz (OR-02), Andrea Salinas (OR-06), Val Hoyle (OR-04), and Janelle Bynum (OR-05) to honor the four Olympic athletes and two Paralympic athletes who represented Oregon in the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games.  

“These talented and accomplished Oregon athletes exhibited the extraordinary potential of human achievement on the world stage,” said Rep. Dexter. “This resolution, elevated by our entire federal delegation, celebrates and honors their athleticism, grit, and commitment.” 

"A huge congratulations to Oregon’s athletes who recently represented our country in the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games—you embody the best of America,” said Sen. Merkley. “Go Team USA!"

“Oregonians have shown their incredible dedication and skill in the Olympic and Paralympic Games,” Sen. Wyden said. “These athletes deserve to be recognized for their successes, and so does everyone in their support networks who made it all possible. I am incredibly proud to introduce this resolution that commemorates the accomplishments of our athletes and their loved ones who have represented The Oregon Way on the global stage.” 

“The Paralympians and Olympians from Oregon represent the best of our state,” said Rep. Bonamici. “I’m pleased to celebrate their hard work and dedication. Congratulations to all the athletes on their achievements!"

"Congratulations to the Oregonians who represented Team USA in the 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games," said Rep. Salinas. "Our athletes' great achievements serve as a testament to their determination and passion for their sport. Oregon could not be prouder of our Milano Cortina athletes."

"These Olympic and Paralympic athletes represent the best of Oregon. Their passion and dedication to their sport is inspiring to everyone. Congratulations to our athletes, we are proud beyond words,” said Rep. Hoyle. 

"I am so proud of these six amazing and talented athletes who competed on the world stage,” said Rep. Bynum. “You’ve made our district, state, and country proud.”

The talented and exceptional Olympians and Paralympians recognized in the resolution are as follows: Jacqueline Wiles, alpine skiing; Hunter Hess, freestyle skiing; Sean FitzSimons, snowboarding; Alessandro Barbieri, snowboarding; Anna Soens, para alpine skiing; Ravi Drugan, para alpine skiing.  

Read the full resolution here.