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April 16, 2020 Press Release
Small businesses and communities around the country are suffering and need access to relief quickly.
April 16, 2020 Press Release
During this challenging time, I’m hearing from many small business owners who are justifiably upset about the lack of clarity around the loan program that was intended to help them.
April 16, 2020 Press Release
A staggering number of Oregonians have filed unemployment claims in the last four weeks.
April 15, 2020 Press Release
Utility services are especially critical for public health and safety during the COVID-19 pandemic.
April 14, 2020 Press Release
We know that communities of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, women, and other currently and historically marginalized communities face inequitable access to health and worse health outcomes, in addition to differences in the quality of care and the collection of health data.
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April 13, 2020 Press Release
Even before the current COVID-19 pandemic, too many families were struggling to find affordable, high-quality child care.
April 10, 2020 Press Release
The unprecedented harm from the coronavirus pandemic requires an extraordinary response.
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April 9, 2020 Statements
Last month nearly ten million workers across the country filed unemployment claims in a two-week period, surpassing previous records.
April 9, 2020 Press Release
We must invest billions, not millions in our workers and workforce system.
April 9, 2020 Press Release
No one should be forced to choose between paying their energy bills and paying for food.

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In The News

May 15, 2020 In The News

A transaction that would have combined CareOregon, the state's largest Medicaid insurer, with Providence Plan Partners, the insurance arm of Providence St. Joseph's Health, the state's largest health care provider, has been called off, representatives for both companies tell WW.

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May 11, 2020 In The News

PORTLAND, Ore. -- Millions of Americans received a stimulus check from the federal government. It's unclear if a second one could be coming. Lawmakers in Washington D.C. are kicking around different proposals, from monthly checks to a payroll tax rebate. There are no concrete plans for a second check yet, though.

May 9, 2020 In The News

In any other time, Oregon’s Muslims would be breaking their daily fast throughout Ramadan with their community during a meal known as an iftar. But during the coronavirus pandemic, such gatherings aren’t possible.

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May 7, 2020 In The News

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Issues from price gouging to current eviction rules were all part of the conversation Thursday in a webinar hosted by Oregon Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici and Attorney General Ellen Rosenblum. They say they’re constantly working to keep people from getting ripped off and they want those who they think they are to reach out. 

May 4, 2020 In The News

The federal government has spent trillions of dollars to help dull the economic pain from the coronavirus pandemic, but some Democratic lawmakers say it’s not enough — and want to see monthly payments of $2,000 given to most Americans until the crisis begins to fade.

May 2, 2020 In The News

Growing Seeds Learning Community has cared for thousands of young children in Portland since it opened its doors in 2004. Earlier this year, Growing Seeds North, the child care center’s largest outpost, was welcoming 160 students a day. That changed on March 23 when Oregon Gov. Kate Brown issued a statewide stay home order in an effort to stop the spread of COVID-19.

May 2, 2020 In The News

U.S. Sens. Jeff Merkley and Ron Wyden and Reps. Suzanne Bonamici and Earl Blumenauer said they have concerns about the planned CareOregon-Providence Plan Partners affiliation.

April 29, 2020 In The News

A little over a month ago, Oregon Gov. Kate Brown gave child care centers a choice: continue to operate with a focus on the children of “essential workers,” or shut your doors. Nearly half closed. 

April 29, 2020 In The News

Only a few months ago, Laurelthirst Public House was packed almost every night, hosting free concerts by local musicians seven days a week to some of the most devoted patrons in Portland. 

April 23, 2020 In The News

SALEM, OR (KPTV) - Gov. Kate Brown on Thursday evening announced that she will extend orders to keep daycares in Oregon closed, unless facilities are approved as emergency childcare services.

Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici said she’s calling for $50 billion for providers, families and child care workers in the next coronavirus response package.
 

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