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Dalles Watershed Development Act (H.R. 655)
Add a note about this bill. Your note is for you and will not be shared with anyone. Because you are a member of panel, your positions on legislation and notes below will be shared with the panel administrators. (More Info) To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to convey certain Federal land to the City of The Dalles, Oregon. The bill’s titles are written by its sponsor. Sponsor and status Sponsor. Representative for Oregon's 2nd congressional district. Republican. Read Text » Last Updated: Dec.
Commentary: Why I am not holding in-person town hall meetings
By Rep. Cliff Bentz 2nd Congressional District Since being elected, to recognize and appreciate my constituents’ views, I have read, listened, discussed, and repeatedly reached out. Town hall meetings can be a valuable part of this process, but equally important are meetings with smaller groups, including county commissioners, mayors, service organizations, chambers of commerce, central committees, irrigation districts, schools, hospitals, and many others.
The “One Big Beautiful Bill” (OBBB)
By Rep. Cliff Bentz The “One Big Beautiful Bill”(OBBB) is indeed big. Some 870 pages long. We don’t address each part of the bill in this newsletter, but do review some of its more interesting parts. As is the case with multi-part bills, some of its provisions are not what I would have included had it been just my bill. But I have learned that a member of Congress must take the good with the not-so- good if anything is ever to get done.
Representative’s Letter: The One Big Beautiful Bill
The “One Big Beautiful Bill”(OBBB) is indeed big. Some 870 pages long. We don’t address each part of the bill in this newsletter, but do review some of its more interesting parts. As is the case with multi-part bills, some of its provisions are not what I would have included had it been just my bill. But I have learned that a member of congress must take the good with the not so good if anything is ever to get done.
Congressional letter: Swearing in the 119th Congress
To be a member of congress, you must take the following oath: “I do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies foreign and domestic; that I will bear true faith and allegiance to the same; that I take this obligation freely, without any mental reservation or purpose of evasion; and that I will well and faithfully discharge the duties of the office on which I am about to enter so help me God." Until being sworn in, even...
Swearing in the 119th Congress
By Cliff Bentz OR-O2 To be a member of congress, you must take the following oath: “I do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies foreign and domestic; that I will bear true faith and allegiance to the same; that I take this obligation freely, without any mental reservation or purpose of evasion; and that I will well and faithfully discharge the duties of the office on which I am about to enter so help me God." Until...
Congressional letter: Attack on electrical rate payers in the NW
By Cliff Bentz OR-O2 The Columbia River is a pillar of Oregon’s economy, supporting jobs, and providing about 51% of the Northwest’s supply of electricity. Recently, the White House announced its creation of the “Columbia River Task force,” which will significantly impact Oregon’s economy and energy infrastructure. The task force is composed exclusively of the unelected bureaucratic environmentalists who do not understand how damaging it would be to destroy hydro-electric generation.
Commentary: Common sense measures needed to fight California’s water mismanagement
Sticker shock at the grocery store has become the norm for many American families, with food prices increasing by 11.4% in 2022. According to the USDA, an average family of four is paying $131 more per month this year, and groceries now account for 20% of an average household’s income. Since 1959 the U.S. has been a net food exporter of agricultural goods, but for the second time in the last 3 years, the U.S. will be a net agricultural food importer.
Bentz named chair of Water, Wildlife and Fisheries Subcommittee
WASHINGTON — U.S. Rep. Cliff Bentz, the representative of Oregon’s 2nd Congressional District, has been named the chair of the Natural Resources Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries. Topics Breaking News Subscribe Local News Subscribe Sports Subscribe Log In You are logged in Switch accounts{{summary}} Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device.
After Tri-Cities visit, Congressional Western Caucus praises Rep. Newhouse’s leadership
Over the past year and a half — as Democrats have controlled both chambers of Congress and the White House — rural communities across the country have been harmed by the failed policies coming out of our nation’s capital. As Members who represent these communities, we have worked tirelessly to elevate their voices and bring to light the negative impacts our constituents are experiencing.
Commentary: How River Democracy Act threatens E. Oregon
Editor’s Note: Rep. Cliff Bentz spoke on the floor of the U.S. House on Jan. 12 in opposition to the River Democracy Act, which is sponsored by Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Ore. These are his remarks. I rise today in opposition to S. 192, the so called “River Democracy Act.” This bill, contrary to what the title implies, has nothing to do with democracy.
Supreme Court must prevent uncompensated theft of Western water
The Fifth Amendment protects the right to life, liberty, and property. This week, the Supreme Court should take a critical step to protect the private property rights of farmers and ranchers in the Western states. Their rights were infringed upon by a lower court ruling that upended the water laws of the region and abandoned over a century of federal deference to state law for adjudicating and administering water rights. The Supreme Court is considering whether to grant review in Baley v.
Supreme Court must prevent uncompensated theft of Western water
The Fifth Amendment protects the right to life, liberty, and property. This week, the Supreme Court should take a critical step to protect the private property rights of farmers and ranchers in the Western states. Their rights were infringed upon by a lower court ruling that upended the water laws of the region and abandoned over a century of federal deference to state law for adjudicating and administering water rights. The Supreme Court is considering whether to grant review in Baley v.
Why I walked away from Cap and Trade bill
“The “we know what’s best for you” elitist attitude of the Democrat supermajority in Salem has grown even more prevalent since the 2019 session when I helped lead the senate walkout over Cap & Trade. As the Democrats once again try to strong arm a slightly updated version of the cap & trade bill (SB 1530 or HB 4167), through the legislature, not only have most of the Senate Republicans walked, but the majority of the House Republicans are threatening to leave as well.
In Other Words: Why we walked
In a democracy, the majority rules. But when the Democratic majority decided to trade Oregon’s economic free-market system for one of central government control – while ignoring our constitution and making a shambles of Oregon’s rural and low-income economies – we walked.
Another Oregon minimum wage hike could harm communities next to Idaho
“A Reckless Wager.”A “gamble with people's futures.” Causing “harm to the very people they are supposed to help.” These are labels The Economist magazine recently used in discussing sharply higher increases in the minimum wage. However, instead of carefully considering the complexities of raising Oregon's already eighth-highest-in-the-nation minimum wage —which, let's not forget, increases automatically for inflation — Oregon Gov.
Are the Days of Oregon’s Self-Service Fueling Ban Numbered?
SALEM, Ore. – A bill sponsored by State Representative Cliff Bentz (R) to allow self-service fuel dispensing in rural locations in Oregon is moving through the state legislature. It would permit self-service fuel pumps in low-population counties where there may be hours when a gas station may not be open. This would be allowed in counties with a population of less than 40,000.
A bipartisan alternative to costly, ineffective 'clean fuels' program (OPINION)
This week, the Oregon House of Representatives will vote on Senate Bill 324, the bill to lift the sunset on the implementation of the low carbon fuel standard. Despite the fact that this bill will cost Oregonians billions, it was rushed through the Senate, passing on an almost party-line vote. And now, it comes to the House after just two public hearings in committee, where two amendments to improve the bill were voted down on a party-line vote.
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