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Reps. Pettersen, Bonamici, And Senate Colleagues Lead New Manufactured Housing Tenant’s Bill Of Rights

By West PDX Today Report | Jul 19, 2023

This week, U.S. Representatives Brittany Pettersen (D-CO) and Suzanne Bonamici (D-OR) introduced legislation alongside U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) and John Fetterman (D-PA) that would provide tenants and owners of manufactured (mobile) homes with enhanced protections against predatory landowners in federally backed Manufactured Housing Communities (MHC).

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Where The Sidewalk Ends: Forest Grove Asks For Millions To Fix Up Tv Highway

By West PDX Today Report | Jul 18, 2023

As part of the latest round of community project funding proposals in the U.S. House of Representatives, Bonamici is advocating for $3 million to go toward proposed safety improvements along a section of TV Highway in Forest Grove to increase safety for walkers and bikers along the busy corridor.

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Seec Climate Jobs Task Force Leaders Urge Good Jobs Principles At Doe

By West PDX Today Report | Jul 16, 2023

The House Sustainable Energy and Environment Coalition (SEEC) Climate Jobs Task Force Co-Chairs — Reps. Suzanne Bonamici, Nikki Budzinski, and Mark DeSaulnier — along with four of the Task Force members, sent a letter to Secretary Granholm urging the Department of Energy (DOE) to incorporate the Good Jobs Principles as it implements the historic investments from the Inflation Reduction Act and Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. By proactively retaining and creating good union jobs during the implementation phase of these climate-forward bills, DOE can give workers across the nation the opportunity to participate in the American clean energy future.

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High Fire Danger: Red Flag Warning for Washington County

By West PDX Today Report | Jul 15, 2023

Red Flag Warning

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Hillsboro Fire & Rescue Receives Patriotic Employer Award

By West PDX Today Report | Jul 13, 2023

This week, the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR), a Department of Defense office, recognized the Hillsboro Fire & Rescue Department with a Patriotic Employer award and a Statement of Support, for the outstanding support of our firefighters who continue to serve their military obligations

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Smartphone SOS Features Can Potentially Make Accidental 911 Calls

By West PDX Today Report | Jul 13, 2023

Android phones and iPhones have crash detection and emergency SOS features that can potentially make false 911 calls

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Community Input Needed: Select New Mural Coming to M&M Marketplace

By West PDX Today Report | Jul 12, 2023

New mural artwork is coming to M&M Marketplace and the City of Hillsboro wants community members to share their input on the final design

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Main Street Commons Opens to a Revitalized Downtown

By West PDX Today Report | Jul 11, 2023

In July, Hillsboro is getting a new Downtown destination Main Street Commons a multilevel food and beverage collective with a roof top bar and European-style plaza

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Hillsboro Ranked among 'Best Places to Live’ in America (Again!)

By West PDX Today Report | Jul 11, 2023

National praise for Hillsboro, Oregon is continuing with the latest recognition from Livability.com as one of the Best Places to Live in the United States in 2023

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Bonamici And Wyden Speak For Housing Legislation

By West PDX Today Report | Jul 11, 2023

“Co-location is common sense,” Bonamici said. “It simultaneously addresses the needs for affordable housing and child care — and Oregon is leading the way.”

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Bonamici Invites Students To Participate In Congressional App Challenge

By West PDX Today Report | Jul 10, 2023

Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici (D-OR) invited middle and high school students who live in or attend school in Oregon's First Congressional District to compete in the ninth annual Congressional App Challenge.

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Work Zone Ahead: Respect Work Zones During Construction

By West PDX Today Report | Jul 8, 2023

Summer is the perfect time to get out and get work done on our roadways

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Friends at the Fair Book Sale, Volunteers Needed!

By West PDX Today Report | Jul 7, 2023

The Washington County Fair is more than animals and carnival rides. For the third year, the Friends of the Hillsboro Library is hosting a 1000 square-foot book sale inside Wingspan Event Center during the Washington County Fair, July 21-30

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Bonamici Statement On Scotus Decision In 303 Creative V. Elenis

By West PDX Today Report | Jul 7, 2023

Discrimination should never be allowed against any person because of who they are or who they love.

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Bonamici Statement On Scotus Decision On Student Loan Forgiveness

By West PDX Today Report | Jul 6, 2023

Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici (OR-01) released the following statement on the Supreme Court decision on President Biden’s Student Loan Forgiveness Plan.

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Oregon Lawmakers Introduce Bill To Add Childcare To Affordable Housing

By West PDX Today Report | Jul 5, 2023

Two Oregon lawmakers announced a bill on Wednesday that that would encourage affordable housing facilities to have on-site childcare.

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All 8 Members Of Oregon Delegation Call On U.s. Department Of State To Address The Passport Application Backlog For Oregonians

By West PDX Today Report | Jul 4, 2023

U.S. Representative Val Hoyle (OR-04) called on the U.S. Department of State with U.S. Senators Ron Wyden, Jeff Merkley, and Representatives Earl Blumenauer (OR-03), Suzanne Bonamici (OR-01), Andrea Salinas (OR-06), Cliff Bentz (OR-02), and Lori Chavez-DeRemer (OR-05) to continue working to address the passport backlog for Oregonians by driving down wait times, increasing communication with Oregon applicants, and informing Congress of any additional resources the Department needs.

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Bonamici Statement On Scotus Decision On Affirmative Action

By West PDX Today Report | Jul 3, 2023

Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici (OR-01) released the following statement on the Supreme Court Decision in Students for Fair Admissions v. President and Fellows of Harvard College and Students for Fair Admissions v. University of North Carolina.

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Fireworks Safety & Celebration

By West PDX Today Report | Jul 2, 2023

Wishing you a safe and happy Independence Day!

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Salsa Dancing in Hillsboro

By West PDX Today Report | Jul 1, 2023

Hillsboro has a new venue for salsa dancing – the Walters Cultural Arts Center