Press Releases
October 5, 2016
Congresswomen Suzanne Bonamici (D-OR) and Jaime Herrera Beutler (R-WA) announced today that Craft3 has received a $750,000 grant from the Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFI) Fund to support local businesses.
September 28, 2016
Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici (D-OR) issued the following statement after voting for the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA), which has passed the House. “Waterways in Oregon and across the country are an essential part of commerce, economic growth, and public safety.”
September 22, 2016
Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici applauded the passage of a bipartisan bill to improve and support the juvenile justice system.
Issues:Civil RightsEducation
September 13, 2016
Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici spoke in favor of and voted for an update to federal Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs. The Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act provides federal funding to programs that prepare students for high-demand careers and success in higher education.
Issues:EducationJobs and Economy
September 12, 2016
Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici and Congressman Mark Amodei joined the bipartisan Climate Solutions Caucus. The Caucus is the first of its kind to bring together Democrats and Republicans to discuss climate issues.
Issues:Energy and Environment
September 8, 2016
Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici and Congressman Ryan Costello introduced legislation to help struggling student loan borrowers enroll in affordable repayment plans.
Issues:EducationJobs and Economy
September 7, 2016
Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici asked the California-based Cal-Am Properties to work with Beaverton's Heritage Village residents to find a reasonable timeframe to resolve maintenance issues and keep residents in their homes.
Issues:Housing and Homelessness
August 4, 2016
Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici (OR-01) has provided recommendations to the Department of Education as it finalizes regulations to implement the Every Student Succeeds Act.
Issues:Education
July 29, 2016
Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici (OR-01) announced six town hall meetings in August across the First Congressional District.
July 13, 2016
Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici introduced legislation to protect local communities by getting unsafe oil tank cars off the tracks and giving firefighters and first responders the resources needed to prepare for derailments and accidents.