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Reps. DeFazio, Bonamici Visit U.S.-Mexico Border to Investigate President Trump’s Remain in Mexico Policy

January 17, 2020 Press Release
Walking around this enormous camp just over the bridge from America – the land of opportunity – we saw families and so many children living in squalor trying to make a life for themselves.
Issues:
Civil Rights

Bonamici, Pingree, Newhouse Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Prevent Food Waste in Nation’s Schools

January 16, 2020 Press Release
The School Food Recovery Act Would Establish Grant Programs to Reduce Estimated 530k Tons of Food Wasted in Schools
By reducing food waste, individuals can help mitigate the climate crisis.
Issues:
Education, Energy and Environment

Bonamici Votes to Block DeVos Rule that Hurts Defrauded Students

January 16, 2020 Press Release
The initial Borrower Defense rule was designed to provide defrauded students with the debt relief they are entitled to receive under the Higher Education Act.
Issues:
Education

House Passes Bipartisan Bonamici Bill to Protect Older Workers from Age Discrimination

January 15, 2020 Press Release
By supporting the bipartisan Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act, we can protect the civil rights of older workers who are striving to provide for themselves and their families.
Issues:
Jobs and Economy

Bonamici-Backed Bill to Protect Pregnant Workers from Discrimination Advances to House Floor

January 14, 2020 Press Release
As a mom and a policymaker, I know how important it is for pregnant workers to be able to work and stay healthy during pregnancy.
Issues:
Jobs and Economy

Bonamici, Posey, Beyer, Mast Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Advance Blue Carbon, Protect and Restore Coastal Ecosystems

January 13, 2020 Press Release
Science Shows That Healthy Wetlands, Tidal Marshes, and Seagrasses Are Powerful Natural Climate Solution
The unprecedented scale of the climate crisis requires that we act immediately, and our ocean and coastal ecosystems can be part of the solution.
Issues:
Energy and Environment

Bonamici Joins House in Affirming Authority of Congress to Limit Military Action Against Iran

January 9, 2020 Press Release
Congress has an important role in maintaining our country’s security.
Issues:
Foreign Affairs and National Security

Bonamici Backs Articles of Impeachment in Historic Floor Vote

December 18, 2019 Press Release
Donald Trump has abused his office, obstructed justice and Congress, jeopardized national security, and betrayed the American people.
Issues:
Foreign Affairs and National Security

Bonamici Statement on USMCA

December 18, 2019 Press Release
Trade Agreement Backed by Labor; Contains Important Gains for Enforcement, Prescription Drugs, and the Environment
For the past six months, I have worked tirelessly as a member of a nine-person Working Group to negotiate a United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement that is a marked improvement over both NAFTA and the original proposed agreement the Trump Administration presented to Congress.
Issues:
Jobs and Economy

Schrier, Bonamici Introduce Bill to Ensure Students Get Enough Time to Eat Lunch

December 17, 2019 Press Release
Lunch is critical for the health and well-being of students because it gives them the nutrition they need to reach their full potential.
Issues:
Education

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