Press Releases
April 15, 2021
The Equal Pay Act has been law for more than a half century, but in 2021, equal pay for equal work is still not a reality for many women, especially women of color.
Issues:Civil RightsJobs and Economy
April 13, 2021
As we help our economy recover from the devastating effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and transition to clean energy, we must connect the millions of people who are unemployed with good-paying infrastructure jobs.
Issues:Jobs and Economy
Oregon Delegation: 31 Counties in State Receive More Than $39 Million in Secure Rural School Funding
April 6, 2021
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Sens. Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley along with U.S. Reps. Peter DeFazio, Earl Blumenauer, Suzanne Bonamici and Kurt Schrader said today that 31 Oregon counties will receive about $39.3 million in Secure Rural Schools (SRS) payments for schools, roads, law enforcement and other essential services.
April 1, 2021
The Paycheck Protection Program was designed to provide a lifeline to the many small business owners who are trying hard to keep their businesses afloat during the pandemic.
March 31, 2021
Many of our coastal communities are struggling through the coronavirus pandemic.
Bonamici, Levin, Wilson Lead 45 Members in Calling for $50B Workforce Investment in Recovery Package
March 25, 2021
Through the American Rescue Plan, your Administration has demonstrated the importance of returning the U.S. to full employment as soon as possible.
Issues:Jobs and Economy
March 24, 2021
Community Project Funding requests are an opportunity to deliver federal resources to targeted projects that help the people of Northwest Oregon.
Bonamici Helps Pass Bills to Provide Dreamers with Pathway to Citizenship, Help Agricultural Workers
March 18, 2021
Humane reform of our immigration system is long overdue.
Issues:Civil RightsJobs and Economy
March 18, 2021
Oregon has a rapidly aging population, and unfortunately age discrimination in the workplace remains disturbingly pervasive.
Issues:Civil RightsJobs and Economy