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U.S. Rep. Suzanne Bonamici sat down for a roundtable discussion with community leaders on Wednesday, Sept. 4, at Centro de Prosperidad in Hillsboro, focusing on the challenges facing asylum seekers and exploring ways the federal government can step up.
Oregon’s 1st Congressional District representative witnessed the turmoil on the front lines in 2020 when she visited Matamoros, Mexico, with a congressional delegation to learn about the strife and struggle families experience as they attempt to restart their lives.
“Elizabeth Furse dedicated her life to service, enriching the lives of people in Northwest Oregon by advocating for equal rights, tribal sovereignty, peace and more,” Bonamici said in a release. “I was fortunate to call Elizabeth a mentor and friend, and I am honored to introduce this legislation to recognize her trailblazing contributions to Northwest Oregon by naming a post office after her so people will be inspired by her example for years to come.”
Bonamici, who helped direct $3 million in federal Community Project funds toward the initiative, emphasized the program’s role in enhancing water access for residents across county.“There are diverse communities — urban, suburban, rural —and each faces unique infrastructure challenges, particularly when it comes to covering project costs,” Bonamici said. “These projects are vital but can heavily burden ratepayers, especially in smaller and rural communities.