Press Releases

Blumenauer Unveils New Legislation to Prevent Forced Deputization of Local Law Enforcement by Federal Government

October 8, 2020 Press Release
Current stand-off between local Portland officials and Trump admin demonstrates clear need for new legislation to prevent federal overreach.

Blumenauer Calls on Supreme Court to Review Historic Appeal Challenging the Constitutionality of Federal Criminalization of Cannabis

October 5, 2020 Press Release
Issues:
Cannabis Reform

House passes Blumenauer’s $120 billion restaurant relief legislation

October 1, 2020 Press Release
The RESTAURANTS Act was included in a $2.2 trillion coronavirus relief bill
Issues:
Jobs and the Economy

Blumenauer Introduces Bill to End Taxpayer Subsidies to Oil and Gas Companies

September 29, 2020 Press Release
Issues:
Environment and Energy

Blumenauer's $120 Billion Restaurant Relief Legislation Included in New COVID Package

September 29, 2020 Press Release
Issues:
Food and Farm, Jobs and the Economy

Blumenauer Statement on Planned White Supremacist Rally in Portland

September 25, 2020 Press Release

RESTAURANTS Act Passes Key Congressional Milestone With 200 Bipartisan Co-Sponsors

September 23, 2020 Press Release
Issues:
Jobs and the Economy

Blumenauer Urges Tax Relief for Oregonians Impacted by Wildfires

September 16, 2020 Press Release
Letter to Secretary Mnuchin highlights urgent need for tax-filing and tax-payment respite
Issues:
Environment and Energy

Bipartisan Lawmakers Launch New Caucus Dedicated to Clean Water

September 15, 2020 Press Release
International Water and Sanitation Caucus will advocate for global water, sanitation and hygiene priorities on Capitol Hill.

Oregon Delegation Pushes for Rapid Disaster Relief for Wildfires

September 9, 2020 Press Release
In a bipartisan, bicameral effort, the congressional delegation is urging expedited approval of the governor’s disaster relief requests
Issues:
Environment and Energy

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