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October 18, 2018 Press Release
This unnecessary and counterproductive consolidation will undermine scientific integrity, jeopardize bedrock public health and environmental standards, and endanger the EPA’s ability to fulfill its mission of protecting human health and the environment.
October 16, 2018 Press Release
Today’s decision by the U.S. District Court in Washington, DC sends a clear message to Secretary DeVos: the Department of Education must stop putting the interest of for-profit companies before the interest of students.
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October 11, 2018 Press Release
The ocean is resilient and we can help it heal, but we cannot continue to ignore the garbage polluting our oceans and shores.
October 9, 2018 Press Release
When people travel by air, they often experience lost luggage, delays, or other complications that are entirely out of their control.
October 2, 2018 Press Release
Working families should be able to retire with financial security and dignity; unfortunately, women in Oregon and across the country still face systemic discrimination in the workforce that prevents them from saving enough money to retire.
September 28, 2018 Press Release
Too many workers in Northwest Oregon and across the country are still struggling to make ends meet. Workforce development programs help more people—particularly those with barriers to employment—access the education, training, credentials, and support services they need to secure better paying jobs.
September 27, 2018 Press Release
The proposed repeal of the glider rule is a serious and important issue that may impact the health and safety of the public in significant and harmful ways.
September 26, 2018 Press Release
Declaring a disaster will allow hard-hit communities that depend on fisheries revenue and jobs to seek federal assistance and begin the recovery process.
September 19, 2018 Press Release
Oregonians are facing the consequences of limited scientific understanding of harmful algal blooms and the dangerous effects of exposure.
September 14, 2018 Press Release
Harnessing energy from waves, currents, and tides is an exciting frontier in the renewable energy sector.

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November 15, 2019 In The News

A new rule in Oregon prohibits U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement from detaining people at state courthouses without a judicial arrest warrant.

The rule also protects people going to or from court proceedings from being stopped in nearby entryways, sidewalks and parking lots.

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November 15, 2019 In The News

Sen. Jeff Merkley introduced legislation to end “exorbitant price hikes” on insulin.

The End Price Gouging for Insulin Act comes as a new report highlights the high cost of insulin in Northwest Oregon.

November 15, 2019 In The News

Over 80 members of the House of Representatives have now called on White House senior adviser Stephen Miller to resign after leaked emails published this week showed his affinity for white nationalism.

HuffPost contacted the office of every House member and asked whether Miller should resign. All told, over 80 representatives, all Democrats, have said he should.

November 14, 2019 In The News

A pair of Democratic lawmakers called on the National Academy of Sciences to review EPA's proposed science transparency rule over concerns it would inhibit the agency's ability to protect Americans' health and the environment by limiting the scope of research EPA could consider.

November 14, 2019 In The News

Patricia Reser came more than ready to make her dream of a regional arts center in Beaverton a reality

November 14, 2019 In The News

Life-sustaining medications for older Oregonians with diabetes cost federal healthcare nearly five times as they do in Australia, according to a new report done for U.S. Rep. Suzane Bonamici’s office.

November 13, 2019 In The News

The cost of insulin for Medicare recipients in Northwest Oregon is 4.6 times higher than it would be in Australia, according to a report recently released by Northwest Oregon Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici.

November 13, 2019 In The News

Diabetes medications in Oregon costs twice as much as in Canada — and more than four times as much as in Australia — according to a new report for Congress from the House Oversight and Reform Committee.

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November 13, 2019 In The News

The cost of insulin for Medicare recipients in Northwest Oregon is 4.6 times higher than it would be in Australia, according to a report recently released by Northwest Oregon Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici.

November 13, 2019 In The News

Diabetes medications in Oregon cost twice as much as in Canada – and more than four times as much as in Australia – according to a new report for Congress from the House Oversight and Reform Committee.

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