Maxine Dexter
U.S. Representative · OR-3 · Democrat
Statements and posts
167 press releases, floor remarks and posts since Jan 3, 2025.
Activity, last 12 weeks
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167 statements
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Oregon delegation submitted items representing state history, culture and natural resources to congressional time capsule.
“Although there may have been skeptics who feared that asking several Oregonians to agree on time capsule items might resemble a Parks and Rec episode, our state’s diversity, beauty and innovative spirit made this task a labor of love”
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Dexter Introduces Legislation to Protect Children's Dignity and Due Process in Immigration Custody
Introduced bill establishing protections for immigrant children in federal immigration custody.
“We have all seen the stories: babies kidnapped by ICE, elementary school children standing before immigration judges alone, and families deported with the force of the U.S. military. Our tax dollars pay for all of it, and it must end.”
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Introduced bipartisan bill to streamline military medics' transition to civilian healthcare careers.
“Military medics save lives on the battlefield. We should make it easier, not harder, for them to do the same in our communities”
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After Hearing from Constituent, Dexter Introduces Bill to Protect Retiree Pensions During Shutdowns
Introduced bill to protect pension payments for retired NOAA and Public Health Service officers during shutdowns.
“I often tell Oregonians to ‘stay loud’—and this legislation is exactly why. After learning of a constituent and retired U.S. Public Health Service officer who went without a pension during the government shutdown, I knew we needed to fix this gap in federal law”
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Oregon Airports to Receive Nearly $19 Million in Federal Investment
Announced $19 million in federal airport infrastructure funding for eight Oregon airports.
“Federal investments in our airports mean safer travel, stronger local economies, and better emergency response capabilities for communities across Oregon”
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Criticized Interior Secretary for $1 billion National Park Service cuts while Trump pursues ballroom renovation.
“Secretary, your budget cuts the National Park Service by $1 billion, a 32% cut. If you put this $1 billion towards our national parks instead of Trump's ballroom, you could avoid that cut. That would benefit every single American. Mr. Secretary, at any time, did you object to this level of spending for the ballroom?”
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Launched oversight efforts on treatment of pregnant minors and children in Texas immigration detention.
“What I saw in Texas was an immigration system that treats children, pregnant girls, and families as problems to manage instead of human beings deserving of dignity and care”
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Led 65 members of Congress opposing efforts to undermine U.S. Preventive Services Task Force.
“Americans depend on these experts not only to ensure preventive care is grounded in good science, but also to guarantee these lifesaving services are covered by insurance”
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Dexter Introduces War Powers Resolution to End Iran War
Introduced War Powers Resolution to end Trump's war with Iran.
“Oregonians have been calling my office nonstop with opposition to this war—and they are right to be outraged. I am outraged too”
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Demanded answers from ORR on access to care and transfers of pregnant migrant minors in detention.
“It should not be difficult to answer straightforward questions about the wellbeing of children in federal custody”
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Announced visit to Texas immigration facilities to inspect conditions for detained pregnant teens.
“The federal government, funded by our tax dollars, is detaining children at Dilley in conditions that should appall anyone with a conscience, while the public has little visibility into how pregnant minors are being treated in San Benito”
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Dexter Moves to Block Legislation Weakening Clean Air Protections
Used procedural motion to oppose legislation weakening Clean Air Act protections and air quality monitoring.
“More than fifty years ago, Democrats and Republicans came together to recognize that clean air is fundamental to public health. They put people over politics and passed the Clean Air Act to protect the air we breathe”
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Dexter Introduces Bill to Bring Transparency to Multi-Billion Dollar Supplement Industry
Introduced bill requiring dietary supplement manufacturers to register products with FDA.
“More than three-quarters of Americans take dietary supplements. As a physician, I’ve seen countless patients assume these products are vetted for safety”
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Dexter Leads Oregon Delegation in Resolution Honoring Oregonian Paralympians and Olympians
Introduced resolution honoring Oregon's Olympic and Paralympic athletes from Milano Cortina 2026.
“These talented and accomplished Oregon athletes exhibited the extraordinary potential of human achievement on the world stage”
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Dexter Calls on Congress to Reconvene, Urges Trump to Stand Down
Urged Congress to reconvene and pass a War Powers Resolution to stop Trump's threats of mass destruction against Iran.
“Our humanity must come before partisan politics. This is a moment to do everything in our power to stop the mass destruction of a country of more than 90 million people.”
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Reintroduced bill requiring decommissioning of abandoned offshore oil and gas infrastructure.
“Abandoned offshore oil and gas infrastructure is a growing threat to our oceans and coastal communities”
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Dexter Moves to Subpoena Donald Trump Jr. for $670 Million Taxpayer-Funded Deal
Moved to subpoena Donald Trump Jr. regarding $670 million Pentagon loan to Vulcan Elements.
“For years, Republicans set a clear standard: when the President’s family profits from their name and office, it demands investigation. Suddenly, that standard has vanished”
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Dexter Votes Against War in Iran
Voted for War Powers Resolution to end unauthorized Iran hostilities, prioritizing domestic needs.
“The federal government should be focused on helping Oregonians afford groceries, rent, and healthcare, not buying bombs”
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Invited Epstein survivor to attend State of the Union in her place to highlight accountability and government transparency.
“I’m inviting Lisa Phillips, one of the many brave women who survived Epstein’s abuse, to attend the State of the Union on my behalf. Her presence will send a clear message: Epstein survivors will not be silenced. The powerful will not be protected. Our government will be accountable to the people it serves.”
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Introduced bill to double Supplemental Security Income Personal Needs Allowances for seniors and disabled people.
“Our seniors and those with disabilities deserve to do more than just get by—they deserve to thrive. A concrete step toward creating this reality is increasing SSI PNAs to reflect today’s real costs. This stipend hasn’t been increased since 1987 and presently sits at a paltry thirty dollars a month”
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Dexter Brings Crespo-Gonzalez Family Home
Announced release of Crespo-Gonzalez family from immigration detention after advocacy and oversight visit.
“I’m filled with joy that our Oregon family is coming home and yet outraged for the many other children and families who remain imprisoned by our government. Detention of children and families is immoral”
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Dexter Denied Entry to Facility Holding Detained Oregon Child and Family
Criticized DHS for blocking her oversight visit to immigration detention facility holding Oregon family.
“DHS has something to hide. They know that if Americans could see what is happening inside this facility, the policy of imprisoning children and families would collapse overnight”
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Dexter to Travel to Texas, Conduct Oversight for Detained Oregon Child and Family
Announced visit to Texas detention facility to oversee medical care and due process for detained Oregon family.
“No child, but especially not a sick second grader on the way to urgent care, should be detained by ICE and then trapped in a facility with active measles cases”
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Dexter’s Legislation to Cut Red Tape, Get Veterans Jobs Becomes Law
Announced FAST VETS Act became law to improve Veterans Affairs employment program efficiency.
“I’ve cared for veterans throughout my career as a physician and I have seen how much they have sacrificed for our freedom. I am steadfast in my resolve to deliver on the promise our nation made to them to honor their service with the best benefits possible.”
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Dexter Reveals Potential Ethics Violations of Top-Ranking Trump Official, Calls for Investigation
Called for Interior Department investigation of Associate Deputy Secretary for potential ethics violations.
“Trump said he would drain the swamp, turns out—to little surprise—he’s done the opposite. His highest-ranking officials are using their power to enrich their own families, and the latest example is playing out on our public lands”
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