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Issues : Costs & Jobs Image Bynum Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Expand Federal Job Opportunities for Qualified Workers July 7, 2026 Press Release Congresswoman Janelle Bynum (D-OR), Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL), Congressman Ryan Mackenzie (R-PA), and Congressman John McGuire (R-VA) introduced the bipartisan Federal Jobs for STARs Act yesterday, to modernize federal hiring by reducing unnecessary bachelor's degree requirements for many federal jobs and helping ensure qualified workers who are Skilled Through Alternative Routes (STARs) can compete for federal jobs based on their skills and experience. Issues : Costs & Jobs Image Bynum Introduces Two Bills to Protect Food Assistance and Rural Healthcare April 27, 2026 Press Release Today, Congresswoman Janelle Bynum (OR-05) introduced two bills with Congressman Shomari C. Figures (AL-02). Issues : Costs & Jobs Healthcare Image Bynum Says “It’s About Time” for Refunds on Trump’s Reckless Tariffs April 20, 2026 Press Release Today, Congresswoman Janelle Bynum (OR-05) released the following statement after the announcement of the first phase of tariff refunds for small business owners following the Supreme Court’s February ruling that the President does not have authority to impose tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). Issues : Costs & Jobs Bynum introduces bill for small business refunds after Trump admin’s ‘reckless’ tariffs February 20, 2026 In The News KOIN | Michaela Bourgeois PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) – Democratic Congresswoman Janelle Bynum (OR-05) introduced a bill on Friday aiming to help small businesses impacted by tariffs imposed by the Trump administration. 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Issues : Costs & Jobs Bynum introduces bill for small business refunds after Trump admin’s ‘reckless’ tariffs February 20, 2026 In The News KOIN | Michaela Bourgeois PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) – Democratic Congresswoman Janelle Bynum (OR-05) introduced a bill on Friday aiming to help small businesses impacted by tariffs imposed by the Trump administration. Issues : Costs & Jobs Image Rep. Bynum Unveils “Affordability Agenda” to Lower Costs February 12, 2026 Press Release Yesterday, Congresswoman Janelle Bynum (OR-05) in collaboration with the New Democrat Coalition, announced her Affordability Agenda. Issues : Costs & Jobs Image Bynum Advances Over $6 Million for Projects in Oregon’s Fifth District January 13, 2026 Press Release Today, Rep. Janelle Bynum (OR-05) voted to advance a package that contains over $6 million in federal funding for water infrastructure projects across Oregon’s Fifth Congressional District. Issues : Costs & Jobs Environment Image Congresswoman Bynum Blasts Trump’s Plan to Stop Oregon’s Federal Funding January 13, 2026 Press Release Today, Congresswoman Janelle Bynum (OR-05) released the following statement after President Trump announced he would halt all federal funding to sanctuary cities and states with sanctuary cities on February 1s","source_url":"https://bynum.house.gov/issues/costs-jobs","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Healthcare","stance":"More on Healthcare","detail":"Image Bynum Introduces Two Bills to Protect Food Assistance and Rural Healthcare April 27, 2026 Press Release Today, Congresswoman Janelle Bynum (OR-05) introduced two bills with Congressman Shomari C. Figures (AL-02). Issues : Costs & Jobs Healthcare Image Bynum, Wyden Lead Charge to Protect Healthcare in Central Oregon February 2, 2026 Press Release Today, Congresswoman Janelle Bynum (OR-05)and Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR) sent a letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Administrator, Dr. Mehmet Oz, demanding the resolution of an issue facing St. Charles Health System in Bend, OR. Issues : Healthcare Image Bynum Co-Leads Bipartisan Food Farmacy Act September 17, 2025 Press Release Washington, DC – This week, Congresswoman Janelle Bynum (OR-05), alongside Reps. Emilia Sykes (D-OH) and Monica De La Cruz (R-TX), introduced the bipartisan Food Farmacy Act, to expand access to nutritious foods and provide nutritional guidance. Issues : Healthcare Image Oregon’s Bynum, Merkley and Florida Republicans target microplastics with new bill July 18, 2025 In The News Julia Shumway | Oregon Capital Chronicle U.S. Rep. Janelle Bynum views the bipartisan, bicameral and bicoastal Microplastics Safety Act as a way to marry the interests of Oregonians and the Trump administration Issues : Healthcare Image Bynum Introduces Legislation to Examine the Impacts of Microplastics July 17, 2025 Press Release Washington, D.C. – Today, Rep. Janelle Bynum (OR-05), alongside Senators Jeff Merkley (D-OR) and Rick Scott (R-FL), and Representative Greg Steube (FL-17), introduced the Microplastics Safety Act. Issues : Congress Healthcare Image Bynum Hosts Roundtable with Local Nonprofits, Advocacy Groups, Leaders Following Massive Cuts to Key Programs July 11, 2025 Press Release Oregon City, OR – Today, Rep. Janelle Bynum (OR-05) hosted a roundtable conversation with nonprofit and advocacy group leaders to discuss the impacts of President Trump and Republicans’ budget. 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Issues : Education Image Bynum, Bonamici, Lee Introduce Legislation to Reopen Office for Students and Young Consumers March 3, 2026 Press Release Representatives Janelle Bynum (OR-05), Suzanne Bonamici (OR-01), and Summer Lee (PA-12) introduced legislation to reestablish the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s (CFPB) Office for Students and Young Consumers. Issues : Education Image Bynum, Merkley, Wyden Demand Funding for Kids with Disabilities in Central Oregon Be Restored September 11, 2025 Press Release Washington, DC – Today, after the Trump Administration announced the termination of a grant for the Central Oregon Disability Support Network, Inc. (CODSN), Congresswoman Janelle Bynum (OR-05) led a letter to the U.S. Department of Education demanding the reinstatement of the federal funding. Issues : Education Image Congresswoman Bynum, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Expand Access to Mental Health Services for Children in Schools June 26, 2025 Press Release Washington, DC – Today, Congresswoman Janelle Bynum (D-OR) co-led the bipartisan Connecting Students with Mental Health Services Act, alongside Reps. Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL), Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA), Greg Landsman (D-OH), and Mike Lawler (R-NY). 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Issues : Costs & Jobs Education Healthcare Veterans Image Bynum Calls on Senate to Stand Up for the American People March 14, 2025 Press Release Washington, DC  – Today,  Congresswoman Janelle Bynum (OR-05)  released the following statement on the government funding bill under consideration in the Senate: Issues : Congress Costs & Jobs Veterans Image Bynum Rejects Partisan Funding Bill That Would Strip District of $30 Million March 11, 2025 Press Release Washington, DC – Today, Congresswoman Janelle Bynum (OR-05) voted against H.R. 1968, the partisan Continuing Resolution. Issues : Congress Costs & Jobs Veterans Image Congresswoman Bynum Rejects ‘Nonsense’ Budget Proposal That Harms Oregon Families February 25, 2025 Press Release Washington, DC – Today, Congresswoman Janelle Bynum (OR-05) released the following statement ahead of voting against H.Con.Res.14, the House Budget Proposal: Issues : Congress Costs & Jobs Healthcare Veterans Image There are over 43,000 veterans in our district, accounting for nearly 6% of our population. It’s critical that they receive the care and benefits they deserve. Rep. Bynum is committed to ensuring that our veterans receive high quality treatment and services that honor their service. 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