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S 1467 - Homebuyers Privacy Protection Act
Introduced byAngela Alsobrooks , Tammy Baldwin , Michael Bennet , Richard Blumenthal , Katie Britt
Last updated 3 months ago
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S 1477 - Housing for All Act of 2025
Introduced byCory Booker , Martin Heinrich , Mazie Hirono , Ed Markey , Alex Padilla
Last updated 3 months ago
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S 1486 - COAST Anti-Drilling Act of 2025
Introduced byRichard Blumenthal , Cory Booker , Chris Coons , Angus King , Ed Markey
Last updated 3 months ago
13 Co-Sponsors
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S 1445 - Stop Arctic Ocean Drilling Act of 2025
Introduced byRichard Blumenthal , Ed Markey , Jeff Merkley , Bernie Sanders , Elizabeth Warren
Last updated 3 months ago
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SRES 198 - A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the Secretary of Health and Human Services should withdraw a reduction in public notice and comment opportunities.
Introduced byAngela Alsobrooks , Richard Blumenthal , Lisa Blunt Rochester , Cory Booker , Kirsten Gillibrand
Last updated 2 months ago
18 Co-Sponsors
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the Secretary of Health and Human Services should withdraw a reduction in public notice and comment opportunities.
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S 1449 - Trade Adjustment Assistance Reauthorization Act of 2025
Introduced byTammy Baldwin , Kirsten Gillibrand , Amy Klobuchar , Ed Markey , Gary Peters
Last updated 3 months ago
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S 1432 - West Coast Ocean Protection Act of 2025
Introduced byCory Booker , Maria Cantwell , Ed Markey , Jeff Merkley , Patty Murray
Last updated 3 months ago
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S 655 - Stop Tax Penalties on American Hostages Act of 2025
Introduced byBill Cassidy , Susan Collins , Chris Coons , Dave McCormick , Mike Rounds
Last updated 5 months ago
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SRES 201 - A resolution expressing support for the designation of the week of May 4, 2025, through May 10, 2025, as "National Small Business Week" to celebrate the contributions of small businesses and entrepreneurs in every community in the United States.
Introduced byTammy Baldwin , Jim Banks , John Barrasso , Michael Bennet , Marsha Blackburn
Last updated 2 months ago
77 Co-Sponsors
A resolution expressing support for the designation of the week of May 4, 2025, through May 10, 2025, as "National Small Business Week" to celebrate the contributions of small businesses and entrepreneurs in every community in the United States.
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SRES 202 - A resolution recognizing the significance of "Community College Month" in April 2025 as a celebration of the more than 1,000 community colleges throughout the United States that support access to higher education, workforce training, and more, and broadly sustain and advance the economic prosperity of the United States.
Introduced byRichard Blumenthal , Lisa Blunt Rochester , Susan Collins , Mike Crapo , Dick Durbin
Last updated 2 months ago
17 Co-Sponsors
A resolution recognizing the significance of "Community College Month" in April 2025 as a celebration of the more than 1,000 community colleges throughout the United States that support access to higher education, workforce training, and more, and broadly sustain and advance the economic prosperity of the United States.
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BIOGRAPHY
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United States Senator
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Biography
Ronald Lee Wyden, born on May 3, 1949, in Wichita, Kansas, is an American politician serving as the senior United States Senator from Oregon since 1996. A member of the Democratic Party, Wyden is known for his advocacy on privacy rights, internet freedom, and government transparency. He has been a prominent voice in promoting civil liberties and has taken independent stances on various issues, often challenging both major political parties.
Education and Political Experience
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Education:
- Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Stanford University
- Juris Doctor from the University of Oregon School of Law
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Political Experience:
- Served as U.S. Representative for Oregon's 3rd congressional district
- Elected to the U.S. Senate in a special election in 1996; subsequently reelected in 1998, 2004, 2010, 2016, and 2022
- Chair of the Senate Finance Committee
- Chair of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee
Notable Achievements and Positions
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Healthcare:
- Updated the "Medicare Guarantee" to improve services for seniors with chronic illnesses
- Secured Medicare coverage for telemedicine during the COVID-19 pandemic
- Advanced the Family First Act to improve care for vulnerable families and children
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Internet and Privacy:
- Opposed the PROTECT IP Act and the Combating Online Infringement and Counterfeit Act , highlighting concerns over internet freedom
- Introduced federal legislation to give all Americans the opportunity to vote by mail
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Environmental Conservation:
- Authored laws extending permanent Wilderness protections to over 400,000 acres in Oregon, including areas like Mt. Hood and the Columbia River Gorge
- Championed the designation of 1,986 miles of Wild and Scenic rivers in Oregon, more than any other member of Congress for the contiguous 48 states
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Support for Rural Communities:
- Authored the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act, providing stable revenue for timber-dependent communities
- Secured the creation of a Veterans Affairs outpatient clinic in La Grande to expand rural access to healthcare
Wyden's commitment to civil liberties, environmental conservation, and healthcare reform underscores his dedication to representing Oregon's diverse interests and values.
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