{"id":13284,"name":"Andrea Salinas","first_name":"Andrea","last_name":"Salinas","middle_name":null,"suffix":null,"bioguide_id":"S001226","fec_candidate_id":null,"ocd_person_id":null,"govtrack_id":null,"opensecrets_id":null,"votesmart_id":null,"office_id":17921,"party":"Democrat","status":"active","photo_url":"https://www.congress.gov/img/member/s001226_200.jpg","website":"https://salinas.house.gov","campaign_url":null,"email":null,"phone":null,"social_twitter":null,"social_facebook":null,"social_instagram":null,"social_youtube":null,"state":"OR","district":"6","city":null,"assumed_office":"2023","term_end":null,"born":"1969","source":"congress_gov","source_url":"https://api.congress.gov/v3/member/S001226","source_updated":"2026-05-09T12:13:18.528Z","first_seen":"2026-05-09 12:13:18","last_seen":"2026-05-09 12:13:18","created_at":"2026-05-09 12:13:18","updated_at":"2026-05-10 01:06:07","canonical_id":null,"fec_checked_at":null,"contact_email":null,"contact_source_url":null,"contact_captured_at":null,"office_name":"U.S. Representative","level":"federal","branch":"legislative","office_chamber":"house","positions":[{"topic":"Agriculture","stance":"Agriculture","detail":"Oregon’s Sixth District is home to a variety of specialty-crop growers that produce everything from blueberries to wine grapes to hazelnuts. The farming tradition in the Willamette Valley dates back hundreds of years. Due to the region’s unique and favorable climate conditions, it was publicized in the 1820s as a “promised land of flowing milk and honey.” As your representative, one of my foremost priorities is to help secure and strengthen the district’s farming tradition. That is why I am pleased to be a member of the House Committee on Agriculture , particularly as Democrats on the Committee work to mitigate the harm caused by the drastic cuts to the Nutrition Program, and consider the next Farm Bill. The Farm Bill is a legislative package passed once roughly every five years that impacts the food and agricultural products grown and developed in the United States; sets forth the federal support that farmers across the country rely on;  and provides food under the federal nutrition programs. The last Farm Bill Reauthorization was in 2018. Unfortunately, my Republican colleagues have broken from a decades-long tradition of bipartisan cooperation on the Farm Bill by pulling out pieces of the Farm Bill and including them in their partisan reconciliation package – the One Big, Ugly Bill. One of these pieces was the nation’s largest federal nutrition program, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). The One Big, Ugly Bill included almost $200 billion in cuts to SNAP, which 740,000 (1 in 6) Oregonians rely on — causing families to go hungry. The Republicans delivered on President Trump’s tax cuts for billionaires, at the expense of children, veterans, and seniors who need to eat. I strongly opposed these cuts, and I will work to undo the harm they will cause. However, many pieces of the Farm Bill still need reauthorization , and I will continue to use my role on the Agriculture Committee to focus on advancing legislation that will expand the market, re","source_url":"https://salinas.house.gov/issues/agriculture","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Agriculture","stance":"More on Agriculture","detail":"Image Rep. Andrea Salinas’ Statement on Her Vote Against the Republican Farm Bill April 30, 2026 Press Release Today, Congresswoman Andrea Salinas (OR-06) released the following statement on her vote against the Republicans’ Farm Bill. Issues : Agriculture Congress Rural Development Read More Image Rep. Andrea Salinas Blasts House Republicans' "Self-Congratulation" While Rural Communities Suffer April 22, 2026 Press Release Today, Congresswoman Andrea Salinas (OR-06) released the following statement in response to House Republicans passing H.Res.1182, in which they celebrate their rural policy record as rural communities suffer. Issues : Agriculture Civil Rights Rural Development Creating a More Affordable, Secure Oregon Read More Image Rep. Andrea Salinas’ Statement Following Farm Bill Markup March 5, 2026 Press Release Today, U.S. Congresswoman Andrea Salinas (OR-06) issued the following statement following the conclusion of the House Agriculture Committee’s markup of the 2026 Skinny Farm Bill. Issues : Agriculture Congress Rural Development Creating a More Affordable, Secure Oregon Read More Image Rep. Salinas Advocates for Farm Bill Amendment to Increase Investments in Rural Communities March 4, 2026 Press Release Today, U.S. Congresswoman Andrea Salinas (OR-06) advocated for her Rural Partnership and Prosperity Act as an amendment during the House Agriculture Committee’s Farm Bill markup. Issues : Agriculture Congress Rural Development Read More Image Rep. Salinas Offers Farm Bill Amendment to Remove Statutory Cap on Whole-Farm Revenue Protection March 4, 2026 Press Release Today, U.S. Congresswoman Andrea Salinas (OR-06) advocated for an amendment during the House Agriculture Committee’s Farm Bill markup so Oregon’s specialty crop growers who want to expand their farms can do so while accessing the crop insurance coverage they desperately need. Issues : Agriculture Congress Read More Image Rep. Salinas Introduces Farm Bill Amendment to Boost Rur","source_url":"https://salinas.house.gov/issues/agriculture","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Technology","stance":"Defending Democracy","detail":"As a member of the House of Representatives, I have sworn to protect and strengthen our institutions and defend the pillars of our democracy. I am working to ensure every American has the right to access their ballot. I have introduced legislation to ensure all Americans can enjoy the same opportunities as Oregonians to vote by mail, and I support restoring the Voting Rights Act protections that were gutted by the Supreme Court in 2013. Protecting and expanding access to the ballot box is fundamental to the survival of our democracy. We must also reform our campaign finance system to eliminate the impact of corporate and dark money on our politics. Further, we must take steps to ensure Members of Congress are motivated by their constituents, not by their own financial gain. That’s why I support a ban on Members of Congress trading individual stocks, and I do not own any individual stocks myself. I am committed to doing my part to reform and restore trust in our institutions. Our democracy depends on it. ","source_url":"https://salinas.house.gov/issues/defending-democracy","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Voting Rights","stance":"Defending Democracy","detail":"As a member of the House of Representatives, I have sworn to protect and strengthen our institutions and defend the pillars of our democracy. I am working to ensure every American has the right to access their ballot. I have introduced legislation to ensure all Americans can enjoy the same opportunities as Oregonians to vote by mail, and I support restoring the Voting Rights Act protections that were gutted by the Supreme Court in 2013. Protecting and expanding access to the ballot box is fundamental to the survival of our democracy. We must also reform our campaign finance system to eliminate the impact of corporate and dark money on our politics. Further, we must take steps to ensure Members of Congress are motivated by their constituents, not by their own financial gain. That’s why I support a ban on Members of Congress trading individual stocks, and I do not own any individual stocks myself. I am committed to doing my part to reform and restore trust in our institutions. Our democracy depends on it. ","source_url":"https://salinas.house.gov/issues/defending-democracy","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Education","stance":"Education","detail":"As a mom, I understand the importance of a strong public education system. From cradle to career, I am committed to supporting policies that make sure our education system works for everyone. I strongly support providing federal funding for school districts throughout the country to provide curriculum that teaches critical thinking and important life skills. Congress must also do more to support our educators. Teachers should not be struggling to pay their bills due to inadequate salaries – they should be rewarded for choosing an educational career pathway by having access to student loan forgiveness. Our education system must prepare students for the economy of the future. I have championed legislation that would improve access to educational pathways in the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields. I also recognize that attending a traditional four year college or university is not the right fit for everyone, nor is it necessary to have a successful career and meaningful work. I support increasing federal investments in career and technical education (CTE), as well as improving access to community colleges. Students need skills when they enter the workforce, and alternative higher education pathways can provide them. No matter what education path our students choose, it must be affordable and free from crushing student loan debt. Congress should increase funding for student financial aid and allow for more flexible uses for college savings plans. There’s more work to do, and ensuring that all students have access to affordable and flexible post-secondary education options – and a strong, effective public education system to prepare them – should be among our nation’s top priorities.","source_url":"https://salinas.house.gov/issues/education","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Healthcare","stance":"Issues","detail":"Image Congress Learn about news and information related to Congress. Image Education Learn more about Rep. Salinas' work and views related to Education Image Energy and Environment Learn more about Rep. Salinas' work and views related to Energy and Environment Image Health Care Learn more about Rep. Salinas' work and views related to Health Care Image