All Press Releases

  • 05/13/2008 - Wu pushes for review of new LNG information
  • 05/12/2008 - Edwards tapped to restructure Economic Development...
  • 05/09/2008 - Walden announces plan to update healthy forest law
  • 05/06/2008 - Komp on committee reviewing No Child Left Behind
  • 05/01/2008 - Smith, Wyden push to secure funding for "Fisheries...
  • 04/30/2008 - Atkinson leads delegation to Iraq
  • 04/29/2008 - Walden water conservation, dam bill headed to Pres...
  • 04/28/2008 - Rep. Olson: Lawsuit threatens efforts to protect c...
  • 04/24/2008 - Smith urges STB to require repair of closed rail ...
  • 04/21/2008 - Legislative Leaders to Continue Focus on Ethics Re...
  • 04/18/2008 - Hooley Urging Quick Action on Salmon Disaster
  • 04/17/2008 - Rep. Jenson Chairs council to review water issues
  • 04/15/2008 - Smith Bill Combats Social Worker Shortages
  • 04/14/2008 - Wyden calls for comprehensive tax reform
  • 04/11/2008 - Starr stands up for 2-year-old in custody battle
  • 04/08/2008 - Smith seeks clarity on DTV transition
  • 04/07/2008 - Blumenauer issues statement on US-Columbia FTA
  • 04/03/2008 - Courtney announces Interim Committee Appointments
  • 04/01/2008 - DeFazio lamblasts BLM for sitting on WOPR findings
  • 04/01/2008 - DeFazio and Blumenauer Annouce Wilderness Plan
  • 03/27/2008 - Walden one of few to post earmark requests
  • 03/21/2008 - Merkley on Governor’s State of the State Address
  • 03/06/2008 - Smith...proposes mental Health Equity for Troops
  • 03/05/2008 - Endowment for health care research in Rep. Greenli...
  • 03/04/2008 - Wyden "21st Century GI Bill" expanding educational...
  • 03/03/2008 - Maurer applauds Nursing Board Staff investigations
  • 02/27/2008 - Smith, Wyden Seek Siskiyou Grazing Buy Out
  • 02/25/2008 - Dem's Say Special Session Led to Strong Accomplish...
  • 02/22/2008 - Special Session: Dem's leave pressing issues behin...
  • 02/15/2008 - Walden: spend rebate checks on energy efficiency
  • 02/12/2008 - Wyden expands privacy rights to Americans abroad
  • 02/08/2008 - Smith: NW Ethanol Plant Bound for Oregon
  • 02/08/2008 - Wu bill to make college textbooks more affordable
  • 02/04/2008 - Walden: Bush budget includes money for channel
  • 02/04/2008 - Smith: Budget shouldn't jeopardize health care
  • 01/31/2008 - Smith ensures seniors can vote with ease & confide...
  • 01/29/2008 - Hooley joins majority to pass Rebate & Stimulus pa...
  • 01/24/2008 - Storm victims disaster assistance deadline approac...
  • 01/23/2008 - Smith priorities to bolster economy
  • 01/22/2008 - Largest VA funding increase in 77-year history
  • 01/18/2008 - Smith, Wyden release funds for heating bills
  • 01/17/2008 - Wu statement on Ed. Sect. Spellings visit to Orego...
  • 01/15/2008 - Smith, Wyden secure funding for biodiesel plant
  • 01/11/2008 - Smith Lists Top Priorities
  • 01/08/2008 - Wyden Timber Roundtable, says forests in trouble
  • 12/21/2007 - Hooley Statement on EPA Decision
  • 12/20/2007 - Smith bill makes homeownership a reality for famil...
  • 12/20/2007 - Smith Seeks Answers to Coos Bay Rail Closure
  • 12/19/2007 - Smith bill extends domestic partner benefits to fe...
  • 12/18/2007 - Blumanauer bill to aid tribal foster care & adopti...
  • 12/14/2007 - Smith Lauds Passage of Farm Bill
  • 12/13/2007 - Walden: "This place is dysfunctional"
  • 12/12/2007 - Senate approves Smith's Bill to Clean Up Meth Labs...
  • 12/12/2007 - Smith, Wyden working to get OR satellite access
  • 12/11/2007 - Smith requests meeting on heating costs for low in...
  • 12/07/2007 - Wyden's Baker's Dozen for Healthy Americans Act
  • 12/06/2007 - Walden encouraged by county payments in energy bil...
  • 12/04/2007 - Smith Sees Bipartisan Work as Key to Consensus
  • 11/30/2007 - Smith urges replacement of Aging fighter planes
  • 11/29/2007 - Smith Rallies for Children’s Health Care
  • 11/28/2007 - Smith, Cantwell work to eliminate footwear tax
  • 11/20/2007 - Smith calls for expanded hate crime law
  • 11/19/2007 - Walden urges funding of Columbia River deepening
  • 11/15/2007 - DeFazio Secures Funding for Lane Transit District
  • 11/15/2007 - Blumenauer votes to bring troops home
  • 11/14/2007 - Hooley Brings Transportation Dollars to Oregon
  • 11/13/2007 - House passes Vet's bill funding Oregon program
  • 11/09/2007 - Blumenauer: D's provide tax relief
  • 11/09/2007 - Walden helps override veto of Water Resources bill
  • 11/08/2007 - DeFazio Opposes Peru Free Trade Agreement
  • 11/08/2007 - Wu statement on Peru Trade Promotion Agreement
  • 11/08/2007 - Hooley approves defense funding for OR projects
  • 11/08/2007 - Trade agreement gives tools to protect env/workers
  • 11/08/2007 - Blumenauer refusing to fund Iraq war
  • 11/08/2007 - Smith, Wyden veto override authorizes OR water pro...
  • 11/07/2007 - Offshoring Series: globalization affects on workfo...
  • 11/07/2007 - Hooley helps bring funds to OR Health Education
  • 11/07/2007 - Wu fights for every child's right to health care
  • 11/07/2007 - Blumenauer illegal logging bill passes committee
  • 11/06/2007 - Hooley to focus on toy safety with Walkaround Elmo
  • 11/05/2007 - House Committee passes vets bill with OR provision
  • 11/05/2007 - Blumenauer committee passes provisions for OR vets
  • 11/02/2007 - Hooley calls for Consumer Safety Chair replacment
  • 11/01/2007 - Smith, Wyden Housing Grants for Oregon Tribes
  • 11/01/2007 - Blumenauer U.S.- Peru Trade Agreement
  • 11/01/2007 - Smith, Wyden announce coastal housing assistance
  • 11/01/2007 - Smith,Wyden: New Fire Truck Bound for Baker City
  • 11/01/2007 - Smith,Wyden: Fed grant for Camas Valley fire truck
  • 11/01/2007 - Smith urges agreement on Children’s Health Measure...
  • 11/01/2007 - Hooley announces funds to combat hunger in OR
  • 10/31/2007 - Hooley seeks to ban dangerous chemicals in toys
  • 10/30/2007 - Wyden: Saudi Arabia Accountability Act of 2007
  • 10/30/2007 - Hooley helps make "do not call" registry permanent
  • 10/26/2007 - Walden outlines SCHIP principles for Pelosi
  • 10/26/2007 - Wydens Welcome Twins
  • 10/25/2007 - Walden’s Tumalo water power bill receives hearing
  • 10/25/2007 - Wyden on deal to protect Web Service taxes
  • 10/25/2007 - House amendments could tax web services
  • 10/24/2007 - Smith Secures Funding for Oregon HEW programs
  • 10/24/2007 - Hooley works to make medical records secure
  • 10/23/2007 - Walden backs shield law for journalists
  • 10/23/2007 - Smith demands answers on Coos Bay Rail Closure
  • 10/22/2007 - Smith, Wyden Announce Legal Funding for the Poor
  • 10/22/2007 - Walden to discuss Fairness Doctrine on House floor...
  • 10/18/2007 - Walden lays out principles for SCHIP discussions
  • 10/18/2007 - Hooley on Children’s Health Veto Override
  • 10/18/2007 - Blumenauer stmt on veto of SCHIP
  • 10/18/2007 - Smith Bill Aids Community Health Centers
  • 10/18/2007 - Smith disappointed by failure to override SCHIP ve...
  • 10/18/2007 - Smith wecures funds to prosecute child sex offende...
  • 10/18/2007 - DeFazio Votes to Override Bush's Veto of SCHIP
  • 10/18/2007 - Wu votes to override veto on SCHIP
  • 10/17/2007 - Smith Legislation for Access to Mental Health Care...
  • 10/17/2007 - Blumenauer commemorates Clean Water Act
  • 10/17/2007 - Walden: Put Fairness Doctrine to rest for good
  • 10/17/2007 - Smith: Don’t Raise Taxes on Oregon’s Families
  • 10/17/2007 - Smith: Grant $ Initiative for Tribes to Combat Met...
  • 10/16/2007 - Hooley Pushes Child Safety Legislation
  • 10/16/2007 - Hooley Helps Secure Press Shield
  • 10/16/2007 - Hooley Moves House Closer to Mental Health Parity
  • 10/16/2007 - House Legislation Will Fund Lifesaving Research
  • 10/12/2007 - Hooley Commends Gore on Noble Peace Prize
  • 10/11/2007 - Benton County Honored in 100 Best Communities
  • 10/10/2007 - Hooley Recognized for Service & Support of Army
  • 10/10/2007 - WSJournal criticizes SCHIP 'sleight-of-hand'
  • 10/10/2007 - Bulletin praises Walden's 'courage' on SCHIP vote
  • 10/10/2007 - House Repeals IRS’ Use of Private Contractors
  • 10/10/2007 - Hooley Fights to End Insurance Discrimination
  • 10/09/2007 - House Approves Enhanced Consumer Protections
  • 10/09/2007 - DeFazio Votes to Prevent War Profiteering
  • 10/09/2007 - Hooley Comments on “Crystal Darkness”
  • 10/09/2007 - Hooley Seeks Greater Civil Liberty Protections
  • 10/05/2007 - DeFazio Calls on FCC regarding text messaging
  • 10/05/2007 - Smith Supports Major Farm, Forest Tax Package
  • 10/04/2007 - Wu hearings on location of offshore R&D facilities
  • 10/04/2007 - Hooley Introduces Meth Prevention Legislation
  • 10/04/2007 - Blumenauer protects America's homeowners
  • 10/04/2007 - House Approves Lower Tax Liabilities on Foreclosur...
  • 10/04/2007 - House Approves Bill to Prosecute Contractors
  • 10/03/2007 - Hooley fights for enhancements of Inspectors Gener...
  • 10/03/2007 - Walden: OR counties to receive disaster declaratio...
  • 10/03/2007 - Smith focus on older veterans in health care heari...
  • 10/03/2007 - DeFazio told agency will inspect embargoed rail li...
  • 10/03/2007 - Hooley responds to Bush veto of SCHIP
  • 10/03/2007 - Smith Disappointed in Bush Veto of SCHIP
  • 10/02/2007 - Hooley bill for nanotechnology funding in schools
  • 10/02/2007 - Hooley Demands Iraq Strategy from President Bush
  • 10/02/2007 - Smith Fights to Protect Klamath Farmers’ Water
  • 10/02/2007 - Wu Explores Priorities of the U.S. Fire Administra...
  • 10/01/2007 - Wyden's "Stop Arming Iran Act"
  • 09/28/2007 - Emergency Funding Released at Smith's request
  • 09/28/2007 - Smith advocate for displaced Iraqis refugees
  • 09/28/2007 - Emergency Funding Released at Senators’ Request
  • 09/27/2007 - Hooley Calls for Cooperation with Investigations
  • 09/27/2007 - Smith Urges Bush to Sign Children’s Health Measure...
  • 09/27/2007 - Wu: Pres. signs legislation for college aid
  • 09/26/2007 - DeFazio's County Payments Legislation Passes
  • 09/26/2007 - Smith Discusses Hate Crimes Act
  • 09/26/2007 - DeFazio votes for Children's Health Ins. Program
  • 09/26/2007 - DeFazio Asks FRA to Inspect Tunnels of Rail Line
  • 09/26/2007 - Committee Reauthorizes County Timber Payments
  • 09/26/2007 - Blumenauer Votes for revised CHIP program
  • 09/26/2007 - Blumenauer votes: against funding war; for MoveOn
  • 09/26/2007 - Walden on the passing of Martha Anne Dow
  • 09/26/2007 - Wu tackes health care technical barriers & securit...
  • 09/25/2007 - Walden concerns with Childrens Health Ins. Program
  • 09/25/2007 - Hooley votes for Children's Health Ins. Program
  • 09/25/2007 - Wyden had a public hold on controversial nominee
  • 09/25/2007 - Wyden, Smith announce Oregon Water Project funds
  • 09/25/2007 - Smith supports Copper Salmon Wilderness
  • 09/24/2007 - Walden's bill to protect drug endangered kids pass...
  • 09/23/2007 - Smith Deals to Protect OR Mental Health Parity Law...
  • 09/20/2007 - DeFazio votes to improve air congestion & safety
  • 09/20/2007 - Walden appears with Baird at christening of barge
  • 09/20/2007 - Smith pushes for protection from Mad Cow disease
  • 09/20/2007 - Smith calls for permanent ban internet tax
  • 09/19/2007 - Smith testimony on Int'l Religious Freedom
  • 09/19/2007 - Wyden Calls for Repeal of New S-CHIP Restrictions
  • 09/19/2007 - Wu chairs hearing on bridge safety
  • 09/19/2007 - Hooley raises need for testing of toy imports
  • 09/19/2007 - Walden focus on water, wildfire, & drug enforcemen...
  • 09/19/2007 - Walden urges fast resolution on critical vets bill
  • 09/19/2007 - Smith Questions, "Are we ready for digital TV?"
  • 09/18/2007 - Hooley resolution commemorating Vietnam Memorial
  • 09/18/2007 - Hooley Seeks Water Hose Safety Improvements
  • 09/14/2007 - Smith provisions to increase Pell Grants & cut rat...
  • 09/13/2007 - USDA announcement follows Walden's urge for action
  • 09/13/2007 - Smith, Wyden secure over $50 million for OR Defens...
  • 09/13/2007 - Hooley on President Bush's Remarks on Iraq
  • 09/13/2007 - Blumenauer responds to Bush's proposal for Iraq wa...
  • 09/13/2007 - Smith, Wyden secure $90 million for Oregon develop...
  • 09/12/2007 - Walden backs drug protection bills & grant for OSP
  • 09/12/2007 - Smith wants parents making decisions on Head Start
  • 09/11/2007 - Hooley to Unveil Meth Prevention Legislation
  • 09/10/2007 - Blumenauer Responds to Petraeus Testimony
  • 09/10/2007 - Smith leads group to withdraw limits on SCHIP
  • 09/10/2007 - Smith Comments Petraeus and Crocker Testimony
  • 09/10/2007 - DeFazio: On Iraq Testimony by Patraeus and Crocker
  • 09/10/2007 - Hooley on Petraeus’ Testimony on Troop Surge
  • 09/10/2007 - Hooley: Bill to Prevent Marketing Dangerous Toys
  • 09/10/2007 - Walden: S. OR visit Wed.-- focus on transportation...
  • 09/07/2007 - Walden urges fed assistance for drought areas
  • 09/07/2007 - DeFazio blasts administrations border decision
  • 09/06/2007 - Hooley Remarks at Town Hall Meeting
  • 09/06/2007 - Wyden: "Build America Bonds"
  • 09/05/2007 - DeFazio: House Approves Increase in College Aid
  • 09/05/2007 - Wu committee releases legislation on college aid
  • 09/05/2007 - Wu: Largest Investment in College Aid since GI Bil...
  • 09/04/2007 - Smith Exposes Rise in Senior Investment Fraud
  • 08/31/2007 - Hooley to Unveil Landmark Willamette River Bill
  • 08/31/2007 - Hooley statement on resignation of AG Gonzalez
  • 08/28/2007 - Blumenauer on 2nd Anniversary of Hurricane Katrina
  • 08/28/2007 - Walden accepting applications for internship progr...
  • 08/27/2007 - Smith Comments on Alberto Gonzales Resignation
  • 08/24/2007 - Wyden, Brownback Applaud Net Radio Agreements
  • 08/23/2007 - Smith Challenges Rule to Limit Health Coverage
  • 08/14/2007 - Walden visits Jackson, Josephine Counties Thursday
  • 08/13/2007 - Walden to visit central Oregon on Wednesday
  • 08/10/2007 - Blumenauer supports effort to no longer fund war
  • 08/07/2007 - Hooley calls for notification of benefits for Guar...
  • 08/06/2007 - Walden helps secure funds for mental health
  • 08/06/2007 - Walden to visit Umatilla County Wednesday
  • 08/06/2007 - Walden to visit Union County this week
  • 08/06/2007 - Hooley Announces Grant for Molalla Weed & Seed
  • 08/06/2007 - Hooley joins in passing health care package
  • 08/05/2007 - House Approves Hooley Funding for DOD
  • 08/04/2007 - Hooley's Wave Energy Legislation Passed House
  • 08/04/2007 - Wu votes for House intelligence bill
  • 08/04/2007 - Wu amends energy bill
  • 08/03/2007 - Smith Closer to Health Care Coverage for OR Kids
  • 08/03/2007 - Senator Smith Seeks Keepers for Lighthouses
  • 08/03/2007 - Walden to visit Pendleton at beginning of Aug.
  • 08/02/2007 - Hooley Pushes Increase in Global Competitiveness
  • 08/02/2007 - Hooley mandate time for soldiers between deploymen...
  • 08/02/2007 - Wu passes US competitiveness legislation
  • 08/02/2007 - Smith says, "Let's Deliver a Victory to our Kids"
  • 08/02/2007 - Smith: Tribal Governments Deserve Same Rights
  • 08/02/2007 - Wyden Calls Rates for Webcasters "Unfounded"
  • 08/02/2007 - DeFazio gets approval for North Bend Project
  • 08/01/2007 - Hooley Questions DOD on Costs of War
  • 08/01/2007 - Wyden introduces Combat Illegal Logging Act
  • 08/01/2007 - Blumenauer supports expanding health care
  • 07/31/2007 - Walden Questions Timing of Committee
  • 07/31/2007 - DeFazio Appointed to Air Force Academy Board
  • 07/30/2007 - Walden to Hold Town Hall Dinner in Enterprise
  • 07/30/2007 - Hooley Honors OSU Beavers Baseball Team
  • 07/30/2007 - Blumenauer, DeFazio Call for Gonzales Impeachment
  • 07/27/2007 - DeFazio Votes to Reform Corporate Farm Subsidies
  • 07/19/2007 - Krummel Compels Foster Parent Gun Policy Retractio...
  • 06/29/2007 - Dem's Vote for over $856 Million in Taxes & Fees
  • 06/28/2007 - State Now More Accountable to Oregonians
  • 06/28/2007 - Oregon Legislature Adjourns Sine Die
  • 06/28/2007 - 2007 Interim Emergency Board Members Announced
  • 06/28/2007 - Rep. Minnis Not to Seek Re-Election
  • 06/28/2007 - Smith Appointed to Legislative Emergency Board
  • 06/27/2007 - Investments Make Oregon More Business Friendly
  • 06/27/2007 - Dem's Serve Pork but No 24/7 State Police Coverage
  • 06/26/2007 - Senate Mandates Physical Education Standards
  • 06/26/2007 - Healthcare Workforce Shortage Bill Heads to Floor
  • 06/26/2007 - Security a Top Priority for House This Session
  • 06/25/2007 - House Protects Oregonians’ Paychecks
  • 06/25/2007 - Governor Signs Rep. Holvey's Food Licensing Bill
  • 06/25/2007 - Senate Passes Investment in Community Colleges
  • 06/25/2007 - House Democrats Pass Payroll Tax in Final Hours
  • 06/25/2007 - Republicans work to keep marijuana out of workplac...
  • 06/25/2007 - $6.2 million for EOU construction secured
  • 06/25/2007 - Rep Krummel Stands Up for Mobile Home Tenants
  • 06/25/2007 - Whitsett secures funding for OIT construction
  • 06/24/2007 - House Moves Oregon Forward by Putting Kids First
  • 06/23/2007 - Openness and Honesty to the Legislative Process
  • 06/23/2007 - House Reins in Hospital Bills for Uninsured Patien...
  • 06/23/2007 - Dem's Reject Proof of Citizenship for Voters
  • 06/22/2007 - House Agenda Receives Broad Bipartisan Support
  • 06/22/2007 - House Cracks Down on Internet Sexual Predators
  • 06/22/2007 - Identity Theft Bill Passes
  • 06/22/2007 - Dem's Slash Veterans Program in 07-09 Budget
  • 06/22/2007 - Thatcher's Bi-Partisan Approach to Campaign Financ...
  • 06/21/2007 - OR Reclaims Leadership Role on Environment
  • 06/21/2007 - Republicans Block Expansion of Stem-Cell Research
  • 06/21/2007 - Courtney & Kruse Applaud Asthma/Allergy Med Bill
  • 06/21/2007 - SENATE PASSES BIOFUELS LEGISLATION
  • 06/21/2007 - Dem's Push Tax Increase Without Public Input
  • 06/20/2007 - House Protects Fairness for All Oregon Families
  • 06/20/2007 - Junk Food is Being Expelled from Oregon's Schools
  • 06/20/2007 - Republicans Propose Increased Accountability
  • 06/20/2007 - Bill Gives "Green Light" to Small Measure 37 Claim...
  • 06/20/2007 - Atkinson Brings Hunger Tax Credit to Senate Floor
  • 06/20/2007 - BURLEY’S FOREST LEGACY SIGNED INTO LAW
  • 06/20/2007 - Senate Passes Health Care Reform Framework
  • 06/19/2007 - Republicans Seek Education Accountability & $
  • 06/19/2007 - House Republicans Push Bills on Public Education
  • 06/19/2007 - House Brings Medical Costs Under Control
  • 06/19/2007 - Rep. Smith Project to Expance Water Resources
  • 06/19/2007 - Senate Passes Crucial Transportation Package
  • 06/19/2007 - Gilman Supports Education Reform Package
  • 06/19/2007 - Beyer Delivers Enhanced Teacher Mentoring
  • 06/19/2007 - Ferrioli Delivers Enhanced Teacher Mentoring
  • 06/19/2007 - Winters Delivers Enhanced Teacher Mentoring
  • 06/19/2007 - George Delivers Enhanced Teacher Mentoring
  • 06/19/2007 - Kruse Delivers Enhanced Teacher Mentoring
  • 06/18/2007 - Republicans Kill Plan to Raise Vehicle Fees Withou...
  • 06/18/2007 - Ed. Budget $87 Million Increase over Essential Lev...
  • 06/18/2007 - Senate Passes Insurance Fairness Legislation
  • 06/18/2007 - Ferrioli Protect ing Rural Communities from Wildfi...
  • 06/15/2007 - Republicans Seek to Ban State from Hiring Illegals
  • 06/15/2007 - SENATE PASSES HEALTHY KIDS REFERRAL
  • 06/15/2007 - Senate Passes Historically High Education Budget
  • 06/15/2007 - Bill penalizes employers who knowingly hire illega...
  • 06/13/2007 - House passes 18% Increase in K-12 budget
  • 06/13/2007 - Democrats Push Connect OR II Transportation Bill
  • 06/13/2007 - Measure Requires Proof of Citizenship to Vote
  • 06/12/2007 - Democrats Lead in Approving Record School Budget
  • 06/12/2007 - House Doubles Prison Treatment Dollars
  • 06/12/2007 - Ways & Means Passes Ethics Reform Package
  • 06/12/2007 - Dallum Argues for Accountability for Education $
  • 06/12/2007 - House Approves Landmark Education Budget
  • 06/12/2007 - Gelser Votes for Record School Budget
  • 06/12/2007 - House Increases Funding for Legal Representation
  • 06/11/2007 - Sinks Wins Prestigious Award
  • 06/11/2007 - Merkley: Will Continue to Push Kids’ Health Care
  • 06/11/2007 - Senate Passes Majority Sign-Up Legislation
  • 06/11/2007 - Governor Signs Solar Energy Investment Act
  • 06/11/2007 - Electronic Waste Bill Signed into Law
  • 06/08/2007 - Repubican Ethics Funding Proposal Adopted
  • 06/08/2007 - House Passes Religious Liberty in Workplace
  • 06/07/2007 - Rep. Dallum Fights to Save OR Rural Policy Office
  • 06/07/2007 - Senate Passes Bill to Protect Workers During Locko...
  • 06/07/2007 - Senate to Vote on Funding for Leg. Ethics Watchdog
  • 06/06/2007 - Dem's HB 3540 will strip rights from Property Owne...
  • 06/06/2007 - Merkley Hails Predatory Lending Rate Cap
  • 06/06/2007 - Senate Passes Interest Rate Cap of Consumer Loans
  • 06/05/2007 - Moore Poll: Growing Opposition to New Taxes
  • 06/04/2007 - Senate Passes Limits on Title & Payday Loans
  • 06/04/2007 - Democrats Gut Measure 37
  • 06/01/2007 - Dallum legislation to improve access to Madras
  • 06/01/2007 - Republicans pass bill to implement Real ID Act
  • 05/31/2007 - Republicans seek vote on tax reforms
  • 05/30/2007 - Republican's push for commen sense immigration
  • 05/29/2007 - State Police Budget Delivers 100 New Troopers
  • 05/29/2007 - House delivers on promise of 100 more troopers
  • 05/29/2007 - Republicans Demand 24/7 Trooper Coverage
  • 05/29/2007 - Senate Passes Bill to Clean Up Electronic Waster
  • 05/25/2007 - Dalton's Law denied a hearing by Senate Committee
  • 05/25/2007 - Democrats approve rigged ballot titles, quash judi...
  • 05/25/2007 - Senate Approves Bottle Bill & Energy Legislation
  • 05/25/2007 - Senate Passes Bill to Keep Junk Food Out of School...
  • 05/24/2007 - Water bottles will now carry 5-cent deposit
  • 05/24/2007 - House Approves Bottle Bill Reform
  • 05/23/2007 - House Approves OR Renewable Energy Act
  • 05/23/2007 - Dem's Reject Tougher Sentency for Repeat ...Crimes
  • 05/21/2007 - Police Protection for Communities with Sex Offende...
  • 05/21/2007 - Increased funding in budget for State Police
  • 05/18/2007 - Bill to Protect Customers of Check-Cashing Industr...
  • 05/17/2007 - House Democrats Seek Gas Tax Hike
  • 05/17/2007 - House Unanimously Passes Food Safety Bill
  • 05/17/2007 - Vote to prevent price gouging during emergencies
  • 05/17/2007 - Dalton’s Law gains important Senate support
  • 05/16/2007 - House Approves Rate Oversight for Health Insurers
  • 05/16/2007 - Employee Health Insurace to Cover Birth Control
  • 05/16/2007 - Dem's police budget fails to restore 24/7 coverage
  • 05/15/2007 - Opportunities for higher ed, state police & tax re...
  • 05/15/2007 - Merkkey: Higher Ed Will Be Top Priority
  • 05/11/2007 - Senate passes bill to protect homebuyers
  • 05/11/2007 - Rep. Nelson continues to fight for veterans
  • 05/11/2007 - Dem's press ahead on state trooper funding
  • 05/10/2007 - Dem's vote to crack down on meth epidemic
  • 05/10/2007 - Senate passes bill to retain rural doctors
  • 05/10/2007 - Dem's Play Budget Poker w/Public Safety Budgets
  • 05/09/2007 - Speaker manipulates rules to pass bills on budget
  • 05/09/2007 - Senate extends time for processing Meas. 37 claims
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  • 05/08/2007 - Democrats propose 1280% tax increase on business
  • 05/08/2007 - House Republican leader on loss of Rep. Sumner
  • 05/08/2007 - Merkley on the Passing of Former Rep. Mac Sumner
  • 05/08/2007 - Oregon House passes Dalton’s Law
  • 05/08/2007 - Persistence pays off for public safety employees
  • 05/08/2007 - Senate passes Memorial urging to fund rural school...
  • 05/04/2007 - Merkley Statement on Measure 37 Ballot Referral
  • 05/03/2007 - House Approves Predatory Lending Rate Cap
  • 05/03/2007 - Republicans vote to defend property rights.
  • 05/03/2007 - Richardson to be honored for Health Care Reform Ef...
  • 05/02/2007 - Oregon Channel Reaches Programming Milestone
  • 05/02/2007 - Senate Passes Landmark Domestic Partnership Bill
  • 04/30/2007 - Deadline passes w/no action on immigration reform
  • 04/27/2007 - Dalton's Law Approved by House Judiciary Committee
  • 04/27/2007 - Dem's undermine Oregon voters: gutting Measure 37
  • 04/26/2007 - Republicans vote to kill health care plan for kids
  • 04/26/2007 - House Fails to Pass Health Insurance Plan for Kids...
  • 04/26/2007 - Merkley stifles debate on children's health care
  • 04/25/2007 - Dem's block 24/7 state police coverage on highways
  • 04/25/2007 - Bill will ensure protection of citizens during eme...
  • 04/25/2007 - Merkley: Open Debate Benefits All Oregonians
  • 04/23/2007 - Senate Votes for Passage of Bottle Bill
  • 04/23/2007 - Democrats Violate House Rules Allowing Lobbyist on...
  • 04/23/2007 - House Approves Republican's State Police Funding
  • 04/20/2007 - Rep. Nelson continues to serve Oregon’s Veterans
  • 04/19/2007 - House Democrats advance flawed health program
  • 04/18/2007 - Republican's vote to protect initiative process
  • 04/18/2007 - Republican's vote to reform CIM/CAM
  • 04/18/2007 - Rep. Hanna Calls for Death Tax relief for Oregon
  • 04/17/2007 - Domestic Partnership Bills Clear House
  • 04/17/2007 - Gay Oregonians gain access to domestic partnership
  • 04/17/2007 - Tax Day: Don't expect relief from House Democrats
  • 04/16/2007 - Rep. Nelson Introduces Ban on Human Cloning
  • 04/13/2007 - Bad Faith Negotiations Imperial Meas.37 Compromise
  • 04/12/2007 - Dem's 'cut and run' from vital seniors program
  • 04/10/2007 - Senate Passes Oregon Renewable Energy Act
  • 04/10/2007 - Rep. Dallum appointed to Timber Safety Net Panel
  • 04/10/2007 - Senate passes Higher Education Support
  • 04/09/2007 - Rep. Nelson Receives Support for Dalton’s Law
  • 04/09/2007 - Rep. Olson leads compromise on tax relief for seni...
  • 04/05/2007 - Measure to fix double-majority voting requirement
  • 04/04/2007 - Dem's Ensure Affordable Prescription Drugs for All
  • 04/04/2007 - House Dem's Spin Uneventful, Unfocused Session
  • 04/04/2007 - House Expands Access to Prescription Drug Pool
  • 04/04/2007 - Bill will remove metal halide lights in schools
  • 04/03/2007 - House Approves Boost to Nutrition in Oregon School...
  • 04/02/2007 - Dem's Celebrate First-Half-of-Session Achievements
  • 03/30/2007 - Rep. Nelson Supports State Police Funding Plan
  • 03/29/2007 - Republicans Present Bill to Fund Schools First
  • 03/29/2007 - SENATE PASSES FIRE-SAFE CIGARETTE BILL
  • 03/29/2007 - Bill allows mothers to pump breast milk at work
  • 03/28/2007 - Merkley Backs Cap on Consumer Loan Rates
  • 03/28/2007 - Republicans Announce Funding Plan for State Police
  • 03/27/2007 - Legislative Leaders To Tour Rural Oregon Counties
  • 03/26/2007 - House Concurrent Resolution 5 Passes
  • 03/23/2007 - Representative Nelson Introduces Dalton’s Law
  • 03/23/2007 - Rep. Olson to present mental health bill at Albany
  • 03/23/2007 - Rep. Scott Prsents Death Tax Reform Plan
  • 03/23/2007 - Senate Bill 10: Comprehensive Ethics Reform
  • 03/22/2007 - Rep. Scott comments on 2007-09 Co-Chairs budget
  • 03/21/2007 - Senate Passes Landmark Anti-Discrimination Bill
  • 03/21/2007 - House Republicans Defeat SB400; Protect local gov.
  • 03/21/2007 - Republicans Kill Firefighter & Police Safety Bil
  • 03/20/2007 - Dem's political posturing w/symbolic Iraq measure
  • 03/20/2007 - House Calls On Congress to End Iraq War
  • 03/16/2007 - Rep. Hanna comments on Rainy Day Fund signing
  • 03/15/2007 - Dem's expand fairness in women’s health care
  • 03/15/2007 - Senate passes historic Rainy Day Fund agreement
  • 03/15/2007 - House bill guarantees better birth control access
  • 03/14/2007 - Hunt leads OR House to enfure safer school buses
  • 03/13/2007 - Rep. Paul Holvey rolls out field burning bill.
  • 03/13/2007 - Maurer,Richardson attend rural health videoconfere...
  • 03/13/2007 - House Approves School Health Insurance Pooling
  • 03/13/2007 - Senate expands prescription drug program
  • 03/12/2007 - Rep. Scott opposes bill to increase education cost...
  • 03/08/2007 - House approves Democrat-backed Rainy Day Fund
  • 03/08/2007 - Rep. Nelson to Chair Emergency Preparedness Work
  • 03/08/2007 - House Republicans Protect Tax Relief for Business
  • 03/08/2007 - Senate votes to put more money into classroom
  • 03/08/2007 - Merkley Statement on the Oregon Rainy Day Fund
  • 03/07/2007 - Senate vote restores fire and police labor rights
  • 03/06/2007 - Democrats Lead House to Close Ethical Loopholes
  • 03/06/2007 - House Closes Legislator-Lobbyist Revolving
  • 03/01/2007 - House Republicans Office Saves Taxpayer Dollars
  • 03/01/2007 - Dem's Support 'Renew OR' Biofuels Plan
  • 02/28/2007 - House/Senate Leaders Reach Rainy Day Fund Deal
  • 02/27/2007 - Republicans Support Responsible Rainy Day Fund
  • 02/23/2007 - Republican's Rainy Day Fund challenge tax increase
  • 02/22/2007 - House Demands Congress Restore County Payments
  • 02/22/2007 - House Mandates Fire-Safe Cigarettes
  • 02/21/2007 - Merkley Welcomes Smith’s Support for Healthy Kids
  • 02/20/2007 - Merkley Backs Bottle Bill Fix
  • 02/20/2007 - House Approves Constitutional Change To Voting Age
  • 02/20/2007 - Gelser leads bill for construction E-Permitting
  • 02/19/2007 - 7 in 10 Oregonians Believe Gov't Has Enough Money
  • 02/19/2007 - Republicans amendment to fund education first
  • 02/16/2007 - House Dem's Roll Out Plan for Real Rainy Day Fund
  • 02/15/2007 - Josephine Cty Legislators Push for O & C funding
  • 02/15/2007 - Senate Committee Moves on Oregon Rainy Day Fund
  • 02/14/2007 - Speaker Merkley Presses Healthy Kids Bill
  • 02/13/2007 - Speaker Merkley To Testify On Healthy Kids Bill
  • 02/08/2007 - House Democrats Vote to Support Veterans
  • 02/02/2007 - Republicans Propose OR Stability & Investment Plan
  • 02/02/2007 - Maj. Leader Hunt Statement on Republican Tax Plan
  • 02/01/2007 - Reps. Gelser, Cameron “Welcome Home” Legislation
  • 02/01/2007 - Predatory Lending Protections Bills Move for Vote
  • 02/01/2007 - House Challenge Senate to Food Drive Contest
  • 01/31/2007 - Representatives Resolution Opposing Escalation
  • 01/30/2007 - Speaker Merkley Presses Mental Health Agenda
  • 01/26/2007 - Republicans Propose Amendments to Healthy Kids
  • 01/26/2007 - House Committee Approves Healthy Kids Plan
  • 01/26/2007 - Disabled veterans need health care reform
  • 01/24/2007 - Repub. Question Governor's Health & Tobacco Tax
  • 01/22/2007 - PUBLIC INVITED TO LEGISLATIVE WORKSHOP
  • 01/19/2007 - Leaders Appoint Land Use Fairness Committee
  • 01/19/2007 - Committee will consider Healthy Kids legislation
  • 01/19/2007 - Overwhelming support for English language bill
  • 01/17/2007 - Rep. Sumner Resigns from House
  • 01/17/2007 - Rep. Olson Supports Legislative Session Guidelines
  • 01/17/2007 - Merkley Lauds Move Toward 21st Century Legislature
  • 01/16/2007 - Rep. Butler Seeks Common Sense Safeguard
  • 01/12/2007 - PUBLIC INVITED TO LEGISLATIVE WORKSHOP
  • 01/11/2007 - OR House 2007 Committee Assignments
  • 01/11/2007 - Speaker Merkley Appoints Guidelines Committee
  • 01/08/2007 - Speaker Merkley Announces Changes to House Rules
  • 01/08/2007 - House Democrats Reject Ban on Gifts from Lobbyists
  • 01/08/2007 - Senate Approves Historic New Legislative Calendar
  • 01/08/2007 - House Passes Gift and Travel Ban
  • 01/05/2007 - Capitol Foundation's Oral History Project to Air
  • 01/05/2007 - House Leaders Announce Gift and Travel Ban
  • 01/03/2007 - HOUSE REPUBLICANS UNVEIL 2007 SESSION AGENDA
  • 01/02/2007 - LEGISLATIVE LEADERS ANNOUNCE OREGON CHANNEL DEBUT
  • 12/22/2006 - Joint and Senate Committee Meeting Schedule
  • 12/21/2006 - GOVERNOR’S NEW PAC RAISES DISCLOSURE QUESTIONS
  • 12/21/2006 - Rep. Nelson (R) appointed to two leadership positi...
  • 12/15/2006 - SENATE PRESIDENT ANNOUNCES COMMITTEES
  • 12/15/2006 - SENATOR BROWN TO CHAIR RULES COMMITTEE
  • 12/12/2006 - Senate Democratic Caucus Welcomes Ben Westlund
  • 12/08/2006 - Rep. Mac Sumner Resigns Due to Health Concerns
  • 12/06/2006 - Governor Announces Expansion of the Oregon Prescri...
  • 09/20/2005 - Kulongoski: Innovation Council & New University Ve...