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Seniors

Information regarding my stance on Seniors' issues.

November 4, 2019

Many organizations representing the interests of older adults were thrilled with the U.S. House's passage Monday of HR 4334, the Dignity in Aging Act of 2019, which reauthorizes the Older Americans Act. The leadership of Oregon Rep. Suzanne Bonamici on behalf of this bill was distinct and decisive. She chaired the subcommittee that produced the bill.


October 29, 2019

Bills that would reauthorize the Older Americans Act and improve improve education and training in geriatrics passed in the House of Representatives on Monday. They now move to the Senate for consideration.


October 28, 2019
Aging Americans have supported our communities throughout their lives – now it is our turn to care for them.
Issues:Seniors

October 15, 2019

Oregonians who signed up for the Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness program are finding it's not very forgiving.

Tens of thousands of students nationwide took advantage of the government program but only about one percent have been approved to have their loans forgiven.


October 13, 2019

U.S. Rep. Suzanne Bonamici says the current impeachment inquiry into President Donald Trump may draw most of the public's attention, but the House is working on other issues affecting people's lives.


October 7, 2019

As Democrats in the House of Representatives begin an impeachment inquiry of President Donald Trump, Western Washington County residents packed the Cornelius Public Library on Wednesday, Oct. 2, to ask questions of U.S. Rep. Suzanne Bonamici.

Multiple people asked Bonamici about the topic that has recently dominated national news: impeachment.


September 18, 2019
There is a vast unmet need in our communities, in Oregon and across the United States.
Issues:Seniors

September 17, 2019
Too many Americans struggle to meet basic needs and access crucial services as they age.
Issues:Seniors

September 11, 2019

In the neighborhoods around San Jose, more than 1 in 9 seniors struggle to get enough to eat.

Issues:Seniors

May 15, 2019
As the number of older Americans continues to increase, Congress must strengthen our support for OAA’s proven, long-standing programs.
Issues:Seniors