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Sullivan, Baldwin, Bonamici & Joyce Lead Legislation to Improve Harmful Algal Bloom Response

November 28, 2023

Harmful algal blooms and hypoxia events are occurring with increasing frequency, threatening the health of our marine and freshwater ecosystems and communities.

Issues:Energy and Environment

Wyden, Merkley, Bonamici Applaud $43 Million Portland Business Contract to Support U.S. Antarctic Program

November 27, 2023

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Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley with U.S. Representative Suzanne Bonamici today welcomed the announcement that a Portland manufacturer secured a $43.5 million contract from the U.S. Army to develop equipment for research in the Antarctic.

Issues:Technology and Innovation

Statement of Rep. Suzanne Bonamici on Path Forward for Israel and Gaza

November 21, 2023

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We need a new path forward; a path that will save Israeli and Palestinian lives.

Issues:Foreign Affairs and National Security

Bonamici, Takano, Bowman, Hayes Call for Divisive “Parental Rights” Language to Be Removed from NDAA

November 17, 2023

Press Release

This section would impose burdensome, unnecessary, and redundant requirements on public schools funded and managed by the Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA), an organization within the Department of Defense that provides military connected students and families with access to a high-quality public education.

Issues:Education

Bonamici, Wyden, Crapo, Valadao, Slotkin Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Boost Exports of Fruit, Vegetables, Nuts and Other Specialty Crops

November 14, 2023

Press Release

Oregon is world famous for our specialty crops, and products like blueberries and hazelnuts make up a significant portion of our state's export economy. Unfortunately, growers face many barriers to foreign markets, which limit their competitiveness.

Issues:Jobs and Economy

Bonamici, Cuellar, Norcross, Dingell Propose Child Care Stipends for Union Apprenticeship Programs

November 14, 2023

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Washington, DC – In recognition of National Apprenticeship Week, Representatives Suzanne Bonamici (OR-1), Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28), Donald Norcross (NJ-1), and Debbie Dingell (MI-6) introduced the Apprentice-Related Child Care (ARCC) Act. The bill would establish a child care stipend pilot program available to Americans enrolled in Registered Apprenticeships and Pre-Apprenticeship programs.

Issues:Child CareEducationJobs and Economy

Bonamici Announces Winner of Oregon First District’s 2023 Congressional App Challenge

November 13, 2023

Press Release

Congratulations to Aashna for winning the 2023 Congressional App Challenge.

Issues:Education

Bonamici, Cortez Masto Introduce Bicameral Bill to Support Affordable Manufactured Housing Communities

November 9, 2023

Press Release

We have a severe shortage of housing across the country, and it’s important to maintain and preserve the affordable options we have.

Issues:Housing and Homelessness

House Passes Bill to Amend the Grand Ronde Reservation Act

November 9, 2023

Press Release

Washington, DC – On Wednesday, November 8, the House passed legislation that amends the Grand Ronde Reservation Act to restore the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde’s right to pursue land claims and compensation. The legislation is co-led by U.S. Representative Andrea Salinas(OR-06) andU.S. Senator Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.), and cosponsored by U.S.

Bonamici Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Lower Costs for Cancer Patients

November 8, 2023

Press Release

Oral cancer treatments are an effective option for many patients and can allow for care at home and better disease management.

Issues:Health Care

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