Press Releases
October 11, 2018
The ocean is resilient and we can help it heal, but we cannot continue to ignore the garbage polluting our oceans and shores.
Issues:Energy and Environment
October 9, 2018
When people travel by air, they often experience lost luggage, delays, or other complications that are entirely out of their control.
Issues:Consumer Protection
October 2, 2018
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.
Issues:Jobs and Economy
September 28, 2018
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.
Issues:Jobs and Economy
September 27, 2018
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.
Issues:Energy and Environment
September 26, 2018
Declaring a disaster will allow hard-hit communities that depend on fisheries revenue and jobs to seek federal assistance and begin the recovery process.
Issues:Energy and Environment
September 19, 2018
Oregonians are facing the consequences of limited scientific understanding of harmful algal blooms and the dangerous effects of exposure.
Issues:Energy and Environment
September 14, 2018
Harnessing energy from waves, currents, and tides is an exciting frontier in the renewable energy sector.
Issues:Energy and Environment
September 10, 2018
This proposed rule… would have a significant impact on the economy, the environment, and consumers in our state and around the country.
Issues:Energy and Environment
September 10, 2018
Secretary DeVos’s decision to allow gun purchases with federal education funds is in direct contravention to the program’s authorizing statute, recent Congressional action, and longstanding policy governing the distribution of federal funds. Congress must uphold federal law and decisively prohibit such action through the FY19 Labor-HHS funding bill.
Issues:Education