Andrea Salinas
U.S. Representative · OR-6 · Democrat
Statements and posts
235 press releases, floor remarks and posts since Jan 3, 2025.
Activity, last 12 weeks
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All 235 statements
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Today, Congresswomen Andrea Salinas (OR-06) and Suzanne Bonamici (OR-01), alongside Oregon Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley, announced they secured the release of over $530,000 in federal funding from the Natural Resources Conservation…
“When Oregonians make a promise, we keep it. The federal government should be held to the same standard”
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Rep. Salinas’ Statement Opposing Legislation to Shield Big Oil from Climate Accountability
Today, U.S. Congresswoman Andrea Salinas (OR-06) released the following statement opposing legislation that would shield fossil fuel companies from lawsuits seeking to hold them accountable for their role in the climate crisis.
“Oregonians are already paying the price for climate change and this war in Iran. From devastating wildfires to extreme heat and drought, our communities are spending more to recover from disasters and protect their homes and businesses.”
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Rep. Salinas Highlights Lower Energy Bills for Oregonians, Fights to Defend Affordability Program
Visited a home to highlight federal energy assistance programs reducing utility bills.
“No family should have to choose between keeping the heat on and putting food on the table”
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Rep. Salinas' Statement on USDA Reorganization Ruling
Responded to federal court order temporarily blocking USDA reorganization activities.
“For more than a year, I have raised concerns about this reckless plan and its consequences for the people who grow our food, protect our forests, and serve our rural communities”
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Introduced bipartisan bill to lower housing costs through mass timber tax incentives.
“Every Oregon family deserves a home they can afford. Right now, Oregon needs to build nearly 500,000 new homes over the next 20 years to keep up with demand, but we simply aren’t building enough, and the restricted supply leads to increased prices”
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Led 51 lawmakers in letter demanding Trump administration stop fast-tracking deportations of unaccompanied children.
“has provided only a handful of Know-Your-Rights presentations and has entered representation of at most a few dozen unaccompanied children since August 5.”
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Reps. Salinas, Schrier Demand Answers on Forest Service Trail Maintenance Amid Proposed Funding Cuts
Sent letter demanding answers on Forest Service trail maintenance and funding cuts.
“up to 2,000 non-fire seasonal employees before the summer field season”
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Rep. Salinas and Tualatin Celebrate New Hydropower System Turning Drinking Water Into Clean Energy
Visited Tualatin's new in-pipe hydropower system generating 270,000 kilowatt-hours annually.
“Building a more affordable future demands innovative ideas. That’s exactly what Tualatin is doing with their new in-pipe hydropower project”
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Rep. Salinas’ Statement Calling Out ICE’s Reckless Operation in Salem
Criticized ICE operations in Salem for reckless use of force against residents.
“If Trump were not using ICE to threaten and terrorize our communities, Oregonians would have been safer today, plain and simple. It’s clear ICE is either not trained or has no desire to deescalate situations or operate safely.”
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Led letter urging RV manufacturers to remove deforestation-linked timber from supply chains.
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Rep. Andrea Salinas Celebrates Continued Funding for Landmark Women’s Healthcare Research
Celebrated $44.5 million NIH funding extension for women's menopause research study.
“Menopause affects every woman as they age, yet it has long been underresearched and underfunded, thus limiting our understanding of its impact on women's lives.”
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ICYMI: Rep. Salinas Joins KIND Press Call on Treatment of Unaccompanied Children
Joined press call criticizing Trump administration's fast-track removal of unaccompanied children.
“Give me your tired, your poor, your huddled masses yearning to breathe free”
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Andrea Salinas Celebrates Restoration of Specialized 988 Crisis Services for LGBTQI+ Young People
Celebrated restoration of specialized 988 crisis services for LGBTQI+ young people.
“When a young person reaches out for help in a moment of crisis, they deserve someone on the other end of the line who understands what they are going through and knows how to help”
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Introduced bill requiring federal government to share evidence with local law enforcement in ICE shootings.
“When an ICE or CBP agent kills or injures someone in our community, transparency needs to be the bare minimum”
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Led 25 members requesting HHS response on prolonged detention of unaccompanied children.
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Rep. Andrea Salinas Announces Formation of Bipartisan Geothermal Caucus
Announced formation of bipartisan Congressional Geothermal Caucus.
“Geothermal will help deliver the affordable, reliable, and clean energy that Oregonians need”
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Announced $1,031,000 in federal funding for Oregon Institute of Technology's Quantum Devices and Computing Initiative.
“Quantum technology is moving quickly, and schools like Oregon Tech are helping lead the way”
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Rep. Andrea Salinas, Sen. Jeff Merkley, Oregon Lawmakers Introduce Grand Ronde Land Transfer Act
Introduced bill to transfer 18,626 acres of federal forest land to Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde.
“For too long, the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde has faced historic injustices that stripped them of their ancestral lands”
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Rep. Andrea Salinas’ Statement Following the War Powers Vote
Voted for bipartisan war powers resolution to end U.S. involvement in Iran conflict.
“After more than six months of conflict, Americans have borne both human and economic costs. Republicans must join Democrats to end this war and ensure federal resources reflect the needs of the people we represent.”
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Rep. Salinas Applauds Supreme Court Decision Blocking Trump’s Voter Suppression Plan
Praised Supreme Court decision blocking Trump's mail-in ballot restrictions.
“Oregon has safely and securely voted by mail for decades. I will keep fighting to protect Oregonians’ right to vote and make sure every eligible voter can participate in our elections.”
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Secured 15-day extension of public comment period on Roadless Rule repeal.
“When the Roadless Rule was first adopted 25 years ago, more than 1.6 million comments were submitted in favor of the rule. That’s more than any other rule in our nation’s history at the time it was adopted”
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Rep. Salinas Leads 164 Lawmakers Demanding the Trump Administration Halt Its Roadless Rule Rollback
Led 164 lawmakers urging Trump administration to abandon Roadless Rule rescission proposal.
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Mr. Speaker, I have spent the past month traveling across my district talking with Oregonians about the challenges they face right now. Above all else I heard the same thing. Everything is too expensive. Since President Trump took office, Oregonians have had to pay an extra $3,900 because of…
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Rep. Andrea Salinas’ Statement from Unidos Press Conference on Newberg Resident Detained by ICE
Condemned ICE detention of Newberg resident and offered legal support assistance.
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Mr. Speaker, President Trump knows that the only way Republicans can win this midterm election is to lie and cheat. Trump has failed to address the affordability crisis. Now, instead of fighting to lower costs, he is fighting to suppress votes and prevent Americans from holding him and the GOP…
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