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As the representative for Oregon’s north coast, I’ve seen how visionary scientists can successfully partner with federal programs to harness the power of waves, tides, and currents.

Investing in regional airports keeps Oregonians connected, including in rural communities like Tillamook County.

It stretches credulity that the Department could determine whether such proficiency was occurring without having an office specifically designed to assess the learning of English.

Arts education teaches students lifelong skills, and I know the student artists who participated in the Congressional Art Competition will benefit from their passion for the arts no matter what path they take in the future.

Investing in workforce development is investing in America’s economic future.

I’ve spoken with nurses, teachers, firefighters, and many others who are concerned about how the Trump administration is making it even harder and more expensive for students to enter these critical public service jobs.

Amidst the suspension of the BRIC program, these projects were forced to proceed to construction because recipients could not afford further delays without severely increasing project costs or jeopardizing the overall success of the project.

This National Nurses Week, we celebrate the valuable contributions of our nursing workforce and call attention to the obstacles and challenges nurses face every day.