Statements and posts
11 press releases and posts, newest first.
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Congresswoman Maxine Dexter, M.D. Connects with Wood Village Leaders and the Community
Visited Wood Village to listen to community concerns on recreation and development.
“The best way for me to represent our communities in Congress is to show up and listen.”
Constituent ServicesAI-read
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Visited Sandy to discuss infrastructure needs and support for local businesses.
“Strong communities need reliable infrastructure, successful small businesses and public spaces where families can come together.”
Constituent ServicesAI-read
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Introduced bipartisan legislation to establish respiratory protections and health monitoring for federal wildland firefighters.
“As a pulmonologist and critical care physician, I’ve cared for firefighters with acute smoke and burn injuries, as well as chronic lung disease and cancer caused by repeated smoke exposure.”
Wildfire RecoveryAI-read
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SEEC Members Highlight Strategies to Build a Thriving Economy
Highlighted 800 policy ideas from SEEC's Thriving Economy Project report addressing economic and environmental challenges.
“We have just come through the worst wildfire season ever on record in Oregon, with over two and a half million acres burned. And what I have learned in the last month is that every time we have these events, we are not just under-prepared for them, but we are under-acknowledging the impacts on our communities, the…”
Economics and Public FinanceAI-read
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Announced $7.7 million in federal funding for Portland-area airport infrastructure improvements.
“These investments will help maintain and update critical infrastructure and keep the runways safe.”
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Led 69 colleagues demanding Secretary of State secure release of imprisoned Palestinian pediatrician.
“We write with urgent concern about the life-threatening conditions facing Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya, a Palestinian pediatrician being badly mistreated in Israeli custody.”
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Congresswoman Maxine Dexter, M.D. Takes on Big Oil with Three-Bill Package to Protect Taxpayers
Introduced three-bill package to hold oil companies accountable and protect taxpayers.
“Big Oil has had a free pass for far too long, raking in billions in profits while taxpayers are left to foot the bill.”
Oil and Gas RegulationAI-read
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Today, the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs unanimously passed Congresswoman Maxine Dexter, M.D.’s (OR-03) motion to subpoena Oracle Executive Chairman Larry Ellison and Oracle CEO Mike Sicillia to testify before the House Committee on…
“When the company responsible for a taxpayer-funded contract that could grow from $10 billion to roughly $27 billion refuses to sit before Congress and answer questions, this committee cannot fully do its job.”
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Dexter, Randall Send Letter Demanding Answers Over Inhumane Condition at ICE Detention Center
Sent letter demanding answers on inhumane conditions at ICE detention center.
“We remain deeply concerned about reports of inadequate and delayed access to medical care. Since our first visits in early 2025, numerous constituents have reported having medical issues dismissed and access to care delayed or denied, and this was echoed again during our visit.”
Immigration EnforcementAI-read
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Celebrated $125 million private investment in University of Oregon children's mental health program.
“Too many children are facing mental health challenges without the support they need, and as a mother, I understand how deeply that impacts families.”
Mental Health WorkforceAI-read
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Conducted unannounced oversight visit to detention center citing hunger strike and unsafe conditions.
Immigration EnforcementAI-read