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Earl Francis Blumenauer is an American politician serving as the U.S. Representative for Oregon's 3rd congressional district since 1996. A member of the Democratic Party, Blumenauer has been a prominent advocate for environmental issues and urban development. He has played a significant role in legislation related to transportation, health care, and social justice, often emphasizing the importance of local community input in federal decision-making processes.
The armed occupation by out-of-State invaders in eastern Oregon is now in its second month. There has already been violence, loss of life, damage to Federal property, and the total disruption of this small, quiet community in far eastern…
Today, I will vote against H.R. 3662-- the most recent attempt to undermine the Iran nuclear agreement. This legislation would explicitly prevent the United States from implementing its obligations under the Joint Comprehensive Plan of…
One recalls the state of the Union that President Obama inherited upon taking office: overwhelming problems occasioned by the near collapse of the economy, 700,000 jobs lost before he was even in office half a month. It would take many…
I appreciate your joining me in this conversation on your past activity and what we need to do in the future. You are right. These are, if done correctly--and you have had some of these experiences in California--huge economic…
I appreciate the opportunity to come to the floor this evening to speak about an armed standoff that is taking place in my State of Oregon. This is the ninth day of armed occupation of the Malheur National Wildlife Refuge where we have…
Today is the ninth day of armed occupation of the Malheur National Wildlife Refuge in Oregon--lawless, reckless behavior. As the Audubon Society points out: putting one of America's most important wildlife refuges at risk and threatening…
With the odd drama playing out in Oregon where armed thugs have taken over a Federal wildlife facility, it is important to reflect on what the wildlife refuge system is all about. If these people had any argument with the President, it was…
Today, I will vote against H.R. 3762, the Restoring Americans' Healthcare Freedom Reconciliation Act of 2015, which would repeal the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and defund Planned Parenthood. Republicans eyeing election year points are…
Traditionally we start the new year on a note of hope. Notwithstanding troubled headlines and difficulties home and abroad, the new year is an opportunity to consider the future afresh, to reflect on opportunities, past accomplishments…
I appreciate the gentleman's courtesy. Mr. Chairman, I have certain sympathy to what my friend from California talked about. There are areas of being able to move forward to be able to fine-tune the regulatory system. The problem with the…
A performance-based regulatory system would have less overall regulation, give people a target to shoot for that wouldn't have to be as contentious, and actually be able to get the job done. This would be a much more productive approach…
This has been a difficult process creating this package. I commend Speaker Ryan and Leader Pelosi working with the White House and our friends in the Senate to put together a package that actually may secure support and passage from people…
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