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Jobs and Economy

Information regarding my stance on Jobs and Economy issues.

January 25, 2022

"The Salmon FISH Act will identify critical centers of salmon abundance to ensure these areas receive the protection, support, and funding they need to continue to sustain the healthiest remaining salmon populations," Huffman said. Original cosponsors included Rep. Suzanne Bonamici (D-Ore.), Rep. Emanuel Cleaver (D-Mo.), Rep. Mike Thompson (D-Calif.), and Rep. Alan Lowenthal (D-Calif.).


January 10, 2022

Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici has represented the First Congressional District of Oregon since February of 2012. The district includes Washington, Yamhill, Clatsop, and Columbia counties and part of Multnomah County. We discuss pandemic issues, insurrection accountability and much more!


January 9, 2022

U.S. Rep. Suzanne Bonamici says she has not given up on congressional approval of some form of President Joe Biden's Build Back Better plan to boost federal aid for social supports and climate change work.


December 8, 2021
These ports are a source of jobs, recreation, and tax benefit to the state and local community and additional operations and maintenance funding is critical for the federal channels and structures that serve these communities.

November 30, 2021
At a time when our nation is both recovering from the effects of the pandemic and experiencing deep divides, engagement with the arts and our history can play an important role in helping us heal.

November 30, 2021

As the executive director of Oregon Tradeswomen, Kelly Kupcak wants to see other women — and people of color — have the same opportunities for apprenticeships that helped her raise two sons as a union heavy equipment operator. "I am living proof of what pre-apprenticeship and registered apprenticeships can do," Kupcak said at an online forum organized by U.S. Rep. Suzanne Bonamici.


November 29, 2021

Oregon Rep. Suzanne Bonamici visited shops in Northwest Portland to highlight Small Business Saturday on Nov. 27. Bonamici said she once worked at her mom's small business, so she understands the challenges in keeping a business going. "I know how hard small business owners and their employees work," Bonamici said.


November 24, 2021

This special edition of the All In: Student Pathway Forward podcast is focused on federal policy with a featured guest who is one of the strongest legislative champions in Congress for community colleges and workforce development, Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici, serving Oregon's 1st congressional district.


November 22, 2021

Shortly after the vote, Oregon lawmakers began to react with statements, with some celebrating the passage of the bill, others condemning the proposed policies. "The Build Back Better Act is a victory for children, families, caregivers, early childhood educators, and our planet," said Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici.