“Investing in wastewater infrastructure means more homes, healthier families, and a stronger economy,”
Janelle Bynum
The Public Record
★ Featured Quote
July 28, 2026
“When wildfire survivors are trying to rebuild after a massive tragedy, the federal government shouldn’t be taking a cut of their relief,” Rep. Bynum said.
— Janelle Bynum
Most widely reported
by number of sourcesProof that Oregon is THE place to invest in semiconductor research, development, and manufacturing.
$19 million for our airports is about making sure our first impression sticks the landing to attract repeat customers to our state.
What is happening in America right now should be a wake-up call to everyone. The big-time conferences, especially in the South, want our babies’ lungs, but don’t want their voices.
This bipartisan bill ensures that survivors aren’t taxed on the money meant to help them pick up the pieces.
When wildfire survivors are trying to rebuild after a massive tragedy, the federal government shouldn’t be taking a cut of their relief.
Oregon is open for business. $19 million for our airports is about making sure our first impression sticks the landing to attract repeat customers to our state.
I’m grateful for the trust that voters have placed in me once again, but I’m not taking a victory lap on tonight’s results – my focus remains on the general.
gas prices are out of control. The average price for a gallon of gas in Oregon is $5.30--$5.30. Before the start of this Iran war, it was under $4 a gallon, which was high enough already. Americans can't afford the gas to drive to work…
I rise today to highlight one of the most important rights American citizens have, and that is voting. Tomorrow is the deadline in Oregon to register to vote in our upcoming primaries, and Oregonians should make sure they register so that…
I first ran for public office to make all of our kids' futures brighter, and our government hasn't done the same. Millions of young Americans have done exactly what has been asked of them, but our country isn't returning the favor. Fewer…
I stand here as the first, but not the last, Black Member of Congress in Oregon's history, and I rise today to celebrate Black History Month. It is not lost on me that I am just one generation removed from segregation. It is not lost on me…
it is Black History Month, and I came to give you hell all month. This weekend, ICE agents tear-gassed kids. Let me repeat that. ICE agents tear-gassed kids. Protestors from union families in Portland, Oregon, came together to exercise…
I will offer my impression of a congressional Member owl who will not stand up to the unconstitutional acts of this administration. Who? Who me? Everything is okay. I see the beatings on TV. I see ICE showing up at people's doors. I see…
I am here today because this administration is playing games with costs, retirement accounts, and the entire financial system. He is attacking the Federal Reserve, which keeps our economy stable by threatening criminal investigations into…
early last year, the Flat fire burned over 23,000 acres of land in central Oregon, destroying homes and forcing thousands of people to evacuate. Our historic fire crews were eventually able to contain the fire, but they were unnecessarily…
I am here today not just as the Representative for Oregon's Fifth Congressional District, but as a mom getting ready for the holidays. Let me tell you, Mr. Speaker, costs are out of control. Every time I go to make a purchase, these…
this weekend marks the 50th anniversary of the passage of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. At the time, that was a landmark piece of legislation that made sure our children with disabilities had what they needed to succeed…
the beginning of this month marked the start of open enrollment for healthcare. As Oregonians have started to select their plans, constituents of mine have been writing in. They are seeing plans that are hundreds, if not thousands, of…
I just wrapped up the Give 'Em Hell Tour, 10 townhalls over the last 3 months from every corner of my district. We welcomed all Oregonians, and we were thankful to have community leaders participating and local law enforcement keeping us…
today I am here to stand up for Oregon. Just before the weekend, the President spouted off some nonsense about deploying the National Guard to Portland. As we have seen in D.C., L.A., and now Boston, it is an unwelcome occupation. The…





