Statements and posts
16 press releases and posts, newest first.
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Opposed Trump administration's expedited immigration hearings lacking due process.
“This unwarranted blitzkrieg of assaults on justice and fair treatment raises serious constitutional concerns and is unworthy of the oaths you swore to uphold.”
Immigration EnforcementAI-read
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REP. HOYLE APPLAUDS DEMOCRATIC WOMEN’S CAUCUS FOR ROBUST ECONOMIC LEGISLATIVE SLATE
Praised Democratic Women's Caucus economic legislative agenda on wages and worker rights.
“Working families deserve financial security, a path to the middle class and economic opportunity.”
Worker Rights and WagesAI-read
Mentions H.R. 1035Mentions H.R. 17Mentions H.R. 1700Mentions H.R. 2763
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REP. HOYLE CALLS ON FDA TO TAKE ACTION AROUND ESTROGEN PATCH SHORTAGE
Called on FDA to address estradiol patch shortage affecting women's health.
“Women across the country can't get their prescriptions filled and aren't given answers why.”
HealthAI-read
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Merkley, Wyden, Hoyle Announce $1 Million for Lane County Emergency Communications Infrastructure
Announced $1 million for Lane County emergency communications infrastructure upgrade.
“Supporting our rural communities means investing in resilient infrastructure and modernization projects so no one gets left behind.”
Emergency ManagementAI-read
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Supported Oregon Governor's request for FEMA to reconsider denying fire assistance grant for East Evans Creek Fire.
“This fire placed significant and sustained demands on local firefighting and emergency management resources, with personnel working for weeks on end to secure and protect property and human life. The Oregon Department of Forestry’s Complex Incident Management Team 1, State Fire Marshal Blue Team, local fire…”
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Announced $9.1 million in federal awards and loans for water infrastructure and affordable housing.
“It's a great day when we see strong investments on the ground in our communities.”
Water InfrastructureAI-read
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Merkley, Wyden, Hoyle, Dexter Announce $12 Million to Oregon for Habitat Restoration Projects
Announced $12 million in federal funds for Oregon habitat restoration and coastal resilience projects.
“Salmon sustain fishing jobs, support Tribes and help our local economies thrive.”
Environmental ProtectionAI-read
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Introduced bill to ban corporations and private equity from owning physicians.
“80% of doctors in the U.S. are employed by corporate entities, up from 62% in 2019.”
Health Care CoverageAI-read
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200 DAYS AND $40 BILLION LATER
Criticized House Republicans for ending session as Iran war costs reach $40 billion.
“Today is the 200th day of the President’s illegal and immoral war with Iran. It isn’t just unpopular, it’s expensive.”
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REP. HOYLE JOINS AMICUS BRIEF TO PROTECT VOTE-BY-MAIL
Today, Representative Val Hoyle (OR-04), released the following statement after joining a bipartisan, bicameral coalition of over 250 lawmakers in a court filing challenging the legality of the President’s Executive Order attempting to…
“The Constitution is clear: States have the authority over time, place and manner of our elections. Not the President.”
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REP. HOYLE CALLS OUT INACTION IN CONGRESS
Instead of coming to the table to deliver for working families, they’d rather go home.
“Republican leadership has canceled nearly 25% of voting days. Instead of coming to the table to deliver for working families, they’d rather go home. Inflation is at a three-year high, and American households are spending over $3,800 extra on goods and services since the President took office. Meanwhile, my Republican…”
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REP. HOYLE EXPRESSES CONCERN AROUND PROPOSED RAIL MERGER
Railroad workers are the backbone of our supply chain, and their rights and security must come first.
“The proposed Union Pacific-Norfolk Southern merger would create the largest rail network in this country’s history. Railroad workers are the backbone of our supply chain, and their rights and security must come first. When workers do well, our economy thrives.”
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REP. HOYLE VOTES FOR CONTINUING RESOLUTION
Today, Representative Val Hoyle (OR-04) released the following statement after voting for a continuing resolution to keep the federal government funded through December 11th.
“As costs continue to rise, it's the American people that are paying the price for the political circus in Washington. Instead of voting on a full budget, House Republicans have decided to kick the can down the road and vote on a short-term continuing resolution through December 11th. While this bill isn’t perfect, we…”
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REPS. HOYLE AND DOGGETT REINTRODUCE LEGISLATION TO LOWER PRESCRIPTION DRUG PRICING
Today, Representatives Val Hoyle (OR-04) and Lloyd Doggett (TX-37) reintroduced the Affordable Pricing for Taxpayer-Funded Prescription Drugs Act to lower the cost of prescription drugs for Americans.
“Americans are struggling to afford essentials like gas, groceries and prescription drugs. In fact, drug prices in this country are 2.78 times higher than other developed countries.”
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Merkley, Oregon Lawmakers: NOAA Must Keep Its Fleet in Newport
Today, Oregon’s U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley led Oregon Congressional Delegation members—including Senator Ron Wyden and U.S. Representatives Suzanne Bonamici (OR-01), Val Hoyle (OR-04), Andrea Salinas (OR-06), Maxine Dexter (OR-03), and…
“Newport is the ideal location for MOC-P. Situated on Yaquina Bay, Newport provides direct and quick access to the Pacific Ocean. Newport’s location provides low operational costs for the MOC-P compared to more inland ports and ensures that the fleet sits in the middle of the West Coast – providing efficient access to…”
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Merkley, Salinas, Lawler, Hoyle Champion Bipartisan Bill to Expand Summer Meal Access for Rural Kids
Today, Oregon’s U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley and U.S. Representatives Andrea Salinas (D-OR-06), Mike Lawler (R-NY-17), and Val Hoyle (D-OR-04) led the reintroduction of the Feeding Our Rural Kids (FORK) Act, which would help summer meal…
“No child should go hungry because school is out for the summer.”