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| https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases/designation-longest-us-highway-national-medal-honor-highway | Designation of the Longest U.S. Highway as the "National Medal of Honor Highway” | 2024-12-10 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Republican | House | OR | Cliff Bentz | B000668 | bentz.house.gov | bentz | https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – I am glad to share that this week, U.S. Route 20, the nation’s longest road stretching from Newport, Oregon, to Boston, Massachusetts, will be officially designated as the "National Medal of Honor Highway" under legislation approved by the U.S. House of Representatives on Monday. The 12 states along US Highway 20 account for about 62 percent of all 3,516 Medal of Honor awards presented since the Civil War. The Medal of Honor is the nation’s highest military award for valor, presented by the President in Congress’ name. This section of U.S. Route 20 will honor 29 Medal of Honor recipients connected with Oregon who acted with “conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity above and beyond the call of duty at the risk of his life” during combat with an enemy of the United States thus receiving our nation’s highest award for military valor during 8 wars over a 108-year period. I was honored to support this effort and am even more gratified to have my House colleague’s support to pass it in the House this week. I would also like to mention a Central Oregon Veteran, Dick Tobiason, who set out on a mission 11 years ago to name Highway 20 in honor of our Medal of Honor Veterans. Tobiason is the chairman of the Bend Heroes Foundation, which he founded in 2010 with his son. Bend Heroes Foundation has been coordinating the designation of 11 more state Medal of Highways and has led the charge in getting U.S. Route 20 designated in Congress. Dick Tobiason has made it his life’s work to ensure that Veterans and their families get the recognition they deserve. His lifetime of service and dedication to the Oregon Veteran community have been instrumental in bringing this recognition to fruition. I salute his efforts, his tenacity, and his relentless advocacy on behalf of Oregon Veterans and their families. A full copy of the legislation renaming U.S. Route 20 as “The National Medal of Honor Highway” can be found by clicking here. A link to my letter regarding the U.S. Highway, here. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-bentz-responds-governor-koteks-request-national-monument | Congressman Bentz Responds to Governor Kotek’s Request for a National Monument Designation of Owyhee Canyonlands | 2024-12-03 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Republican | House | OR | Cliff Bentz | B000668 | bentz.house.gov | bentz | https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – Congressman Cliff Bentz (OR-02), released a statement in response to Governor Tina Kotek's letter to President Biden, which requests a national monument designation for the Owyhee Canyonlands. "The Governor’s letter is a classic example of crying wolf. She should answer these questions: How many millions of acres in size is this monument she supports? What is the purpose of this monument? How many additional thousands of visitors from the immediately adjacent Boise Valley, home of about 900,000, would be attracted to this fragile area by a Monument designation? What are these “devastating consequences” she references? Why does she want to obstruct and stop the transfer of a cultural icon (Castle Rock) and 23,000 acres of grazing land to the Burns Paiute Tribe? Why does she falsely say that there is “broad support” for this monument from “local interests” when 90% of the voters in the county in which it would be located voted against such a designation? Why does she object to land management that will actually improve the condition of this land while protecting the people (including the tribes) who have lived on it for generations? And finally, why is she talking about impending “devastation” when she, of all people, knows that it takes literally decades to do anything in Oregon, including on federal land, that requires a permit?" Congressman Bentz added,"I have been on a first name basis with now Governor Kotek for 17 years. She has my cell phone number. She knows I have lived in Malheur County for much of my life. Yet not a peep from her since she became Governor. No effort by her or by her staff to inquire regarding the locally based efforts to find agreement regarding management of the Owyhee that we have been working on for at least seven years. Sadly, whether it’s forest land, range land, farmland, the ocean, or the Oregon coast, the predictable Portland centric approach is to ignore the people trying to make a living in harmony with these resources, and instead impose management techniques gu… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases/house-hearing-scheduled-congressional-bill-protect-owyhee-canyon-lands | House Hearing Scheduled on Congressional Bill to Protect the Owyhee Canyon Lands | 2024-11-05 | 2024 | 2024-11 | Republican | House | OR | Cliff Bentz | B000668 | bentz.house.gov | bentz | https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.– Congressman Cliff Bentz, (R-OR 02), is pleased to announce that his bill, to be introduced tomorrow, which would protect the Owyhee Canyon Lands, and the people who live on and around those lands, will be heard in the House Natural Resources Subcommittee on Federal Lands, at 2 pm on November 19th, 2024. “This bill is the result of hundreds of hours of negotiation and collaboration by those who live, work, and recreate in Malheur County, The Burns Paiute Tribe, and many environmental organizations. It is based on a bill introduced last year by Senator Ron Wyden. It is a provisional bill, but it contains those elements needed to protect the land, plants, animals and communities that rely upon that land. I want to thank the Senator for his personal involvement and for his staff’s work, and I look forward to successfully passing this bill out of the House within the next few weeks,” said Congressman Cliff Bentz. “Congressman Bentz and I have been working together to pass Owyhee legislation before the end of the year. His announcement today of the upcoming hearing in the House Natural Resources Subcommittee on Public Lands on his "Oregon Owyhee Wilderness and Community Protection Act" takes a significant step forward toward achieving that goal,” Senator Ron Wyden said. “I applaud Congressman Bentz’s thoughtful and constructive approach and am looking forward, as we continue to work together on this bill, to success on legislation that leaves the farmers, ranchers, preservationists, Tribes and all the residents of Eastern Oregon the true winners of the economic and preservation gains this legislative approach can achieve.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:07:06Z |
| https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-bentz-attends-field-hearing-address-central-oregons-water-supply | Congressman Bentz Attends Field Hearing to Address Central Oregon's Water Supply | 2024-10-10 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | House | OR | Cliff Bentz | B000668 | bentz.house.gov | bentz | https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – Yesterday, Subcommittee on Natural Resources Water, Wildlife, and Fisheries Chairman Cliff Bentz joined Congresswoman Lori Chavez-DeRemer (OR-05) in her district to open a Subcommittee hearing titled, 'It All Depends on Water: Examining Efforts to Improve and Protect Central Oregon’s Water Supply.' The hearing emphasized the need to protect water resources, address water shortages for farmers and ranchers in Central Oregon and across the country and highlighted the importance of reforming the Endangered Species Act (ESA). Other Members of Congress, including Congressman Dan Newhouse (WA-04), Congresswoman Celeste Maloy (UT-02), Congresswoman Val Hoyle (OR-04) also participated in the event.' Click here to watch Chairman Cliff Bentz's opening statement. Chairman Cliff Bentz’s Statement: "Water is essential. Drought and federal regulations are combining to create winners and losers in the allocation of water. Nowhere is this more evident than in Central Oregon. Water once used in productive and important crops is being taken and placed into streams for frogs and fish, with no regard for the damage done to those from whom the water is being take,”said Chairman Bentz. "I was extremely pleased, as the Chair of the Sub-Committee on Water, Wildlife, and Fisheries, to bring the committee to Central Oregon for a hearing on these important issues. I want to thank Congresswoman Lori-Chavez-DeRemer for hosting this hearing in her Congressional District. This gave us the chance to hear how the locally driven, cooperative efforts happening there were working. The two clear messages from the witness’s testimony were that we need to better protect our watersheds from fire and our farmers and ranchers from being ruined by the implementation of the endangered species act. The witnesses’ testimony was helpful, and we will return to Washington better prepared to draft legislation addressing these issues." | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-bentz-announces-military-service-academy-nomination-process-class-2029 | Rep. Bentz Announces Military Service Academy Nomination Process for the Class of 2029 | 2024-07-09 | 2024 | 2024-07 | Republican | House | OR | Cliff Bentz | B000668 | bentz.house.gov | bentz | https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.— Today, Congressman Cliff Bentz (OR-02) announced the annual process of nominating Oregon students to attend the nation's prestigious service academies for the upcoming Class of 2029. "It is an honor to be a part of a process that supports young leaders from Oregon’s Second Congressional District who exemplify leadership, academic excellence, character, and patriotism towards our country, said Bentz.” Oregon’s Second Congressional District office nomination process is unique. The office assembles a Selection Board composed of retired and active-duty military officers from the district community. These veterans and active-duty military officers interview each student who is seeking a nomination from the Congressman. The service academies recommend this approach to ensure transparency and fairness in congressional nominations. After conducting interviews, the Selection Board submits its recommendations to the Congressman for review and approval. To be eligible for appointment for the Class of 2029, an applicant must be: a U.S. citizen; a legal resident of the 2nd District; at least 17 but not more than 23 years of age on July 1, 2025; single; and have no dependents. It is encouraged that applicants contact the academy (or academies) of their choice to request a pre-candidate questionnaire, which is the first step in the Admission Office’s evaluation. For more information, please visit my website: bentz.house.gov/services/military-academy-nominations ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:24:45Z |
| https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-bentz-honors-class-2028-us-service-academy-nominees | Rep. Bentz Honors Class of 2028 U.S. Service Academy Nominees | 2024-07-09 | 2024 | 2024-07 | Republican | House | OR | Cliff Bentz | B000668 | bentz.house.gov | bentz | https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON— Congressman Cliff Bentz (R-OR) released the names of the 7 individuals he nominated to be considered for attendance at our nation’s service academies. The full list of students who received and then accepted offers of Appointment are: Sean Donohue | Phoenix Highschool | United States Naval Academy Konnor Lilly | T.R. Robinson Highschool | United States Naval Academy Prep School Hunter Carpen | Madras High School | United States Air Force Academy Samuel Endicott | Ridge High School | United States Merchant Marine Academy Connor Sam | Dalles High School | United States Military Academy Wren Rambo | Crater Academy of Health and Public Service High School |United States Military Academy Prep School Timothy Paul | Osan Midde High School |United States Air Force Academy Falcon Foundation Scholarship These men are true examples of leadership, academic excellence, high character, and strong patriotism. I wish Sean, Konnor, Hunter, Samuel, Connor, Wren, and Timothy the very best of luck in the upcoming year at their academies and in serving our great country. I am confident they will continue to make the Second Congressional District proud of them and their accomplishments. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:24:45Z |
| https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-bentz-announces-winner-2024-congressional-art-competition | Rep. Bentz Announces Winner of 2024 Congressional Art Competition | 2024-06-07 | 2024 | 2024-06 | Republican | House | OR | Cliff Bentz | B000668 | bentz.house.gov | bentz | https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON - Today, Congressman Cliff Bentz (OR-O2) announced that Tyler Correa, a senior from Phoenix High School, out of a record number of 40 submissions, has been selected as the winner of OR-02’s 2024 Congressional Art Competition! Tyler’s artwork, Strawberries, was chosen by a panel of three judges who praised the piece as having ‘amazing textures and details”. Tyler may travel to Washington, D.C., to see her artwork displayed in the national student art exhibit in the U.S. Capitol and attend a reception in her honor. "I am pleased to congratulate Tyler on this terrific achievement. I look forward to seeing Strawberries each day as I walk to and from the House Chamber. I want to thank her for this incredible piece – Congratulations, Tyler!" Bentz also announced that North Powder Charter School student Bella Brandt’s piece Isolationsim was the regional winner from Oregon’s Second Congressional District. Bella’s art will be displayed in Congressman Bentz’s Medford District Office. “I am very thankful to the judges who volunteered their time and expertise to our district's art competition. They helped make this year's competition memorable and a great success.” Judges for the 2024 Congressional Art Competition in Oregon’s Second Congressional District included: Kyle Larson, Assistant Professor, Painting/Drawing, Southern Oregon University, Ashland Kristen O’Neill, Executive Director, Rogue Gallery and Art Center, Medford Michael Sell, Associate Professor of Art, Eastern Oregon University, La Grande | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:11:47Z |
| https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases/icymi-congressman-bentz-leads-field-hearing-delisting-gray-wolves | ICYMI: Congressman Bentz Leads Field Hearing on Delisting Gray Wolves | 2024-05-06 | 2024 | 2024-05 | Republican | House | OR | Cliff Bentz | B000668 | bentz.house.gov | bentz | https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – On Friday, May 3, 2024, Chairman Cliff Bentz (OR-02) led a Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife, and Fisheries oversight field hearing titled, “How Many Wolves Are Enough? Examining the Need to Delist the Grey Wolf.” Chairman Cliff Bentz’s opening statement (as written): "I want to thank the witnesses for being here today and our members for their interest in the issues we’ll be discussing. Today, the Water, Wildlife, and Fisheries Subcommittee will examine the current and future management of the gray wolf. A species that is of great concern to me and my constituents back in Oregon and as can be seen by the attendance at today’s hearing, many of you. Today’s hearing is coming on the heels of a great success on the House floor back in Washington. On Tuesday evening, the House of Representatives passed in a bi-partisan fashion H.R. 764, a bill entitled the “Trust the Science Act,” which would require the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to reissue the 2020 Trump Administration rule that delisted the gray wolf in the lower 48 states. What was discussed during floor debate and what will be central to today’s discussion is when should we declare the gray wolf an ESA recovery success story and who should be in charge of managing populations going forward. My unequivocal answer to those questions is that the number of wolves we have on the landscape today is more than enough to consider the species recovered and that states are best equipped to manage gray wolf populations going forward. Take my home state of Oregon, where we have the peculiar situation in my district where a highway determines whether wolves are listed under the ESA or not. West of the highway, they are listed, east of the highway, they are not. We currently have roughly 250 wolves in Oregon, which the state seems to believe is enough and does not want the population to grow any further. This stands in stark contrast to where we sit today here in Minnesota, where there are at least 10 times as many wolves on the landscape. In the neighbori… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:01:11Z |
| https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases/video-bentz-scorches-democrats-putting-wolves-above-ranchers | VIDEO: Bentz Scorches Democrats for Putting Wolves Above Ranchers | 2024-04-30 | 2024 | 2024-04 | Republican | House | OR | Cliff Bentz | B000668 | bentz.house.gov | bentz | https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Cliff Bentz (OR-02) gave the following speech on the House floor in defense of America's ranchers. This speech occurred during debate on H.R. 764 the “Trust the Science Act” which will delist the Gray Wolf from the Endangered Species Act in the Lower 48 states: WATCH: Bentz Scorches Democrats for Putting Wolves Above Ranchers | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T20:47:55Z |
| https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases/week-congressman-bentz-lead-water-wildlife-and-fisheries-hearing-delisting | THIS WEEK: Congressman Bentz to Lead Water, Wildlife, and Fisheries Hearing on Delisting the ‘Natural Born Killer’ Gray Wolves | 2024-04-29 | 2024 | 2024-04 | Republican | House | OR | Cliff Bentz | B000668 | bentz.house.gov | bentz | https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – On Friday, May 3, 2024, Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife, and Fisheries Chairman Cliff Bentz (R-Ore.) will lead an oversight field hearing titled, “How Many Wolves Are Enough? Examining the Need to Delist the Grey Wolf.” This hearing will take place in Minnesota and provide a platform for expert testimony on the multifaceted implications of the gray wolf surge, including its economic, ecological, and societal ramifications. Additionally, it will scrutinize the federal government's role in addressing this pressing issue and examine potential pathways forward. Read more on the hearing from the Washington Examiner “Wolves are natural-born killers, and they are wreaking havoc upon wildlife, preying on livestock, and damaging the ability of fish and wildlife agencies to do their jobs,” Congressman Bentz stated. “The U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service has admitted that ‘wolves are not at risk of extinction in the Western United States now or in the foreseeable future,’ so we must ask ourselves: how many wolves are enough?” Bentz continued, “The Biden Administration remains idle on this issue. While the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service continues to hold 'strategic alignment workshops' to achieve 'trust and social cohesion,' the population of gray wolves continues to grow with no end in sight. This is inhumane and unacceptable to our ranchers, farmers, and outdoorsmen alike. Prioritizing the protection of wolves over that of our elk deer, moose populations, and important parts of our rural communities.” When: May 3rd, 2024 @10:00am CT Where to watch: https://www.youtube.com/@NaturalResourcesGOP Members: | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T20:47:55Z |
| https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases/chairman-bentz-lead-water-wildlife-and-fisheries-hearing-natural-born-killer | Chairman Bentz to Lead Water, Wildlife, and Fisheries Hearing on the ‘Natural Born Killer’ Gray Wolves | 2024-04-23 | 2024 | 2024-04 | Republican | House | OR | Cliff Bentz | B000668 | bentz.house.gov | bentz | https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – Congressman Cliff Bentz (OR-02) has announced that on May 3rd in Minnesota, the Congressional Subcommittee of Natural Resources on Water, Wildlife, and Fisheries will convene a field hearing addressing the growing harm being done by the gray wolf to elk, deer, moose, farmers, ranchers, and outdoorsmen. This hearing will provide a platform for expert testimony on the multifaceted implications of the gray wolf surge, including its economic, ecological, and societal ramifications. Additionally, it will scrutinize the federal government's role in addressing this pressing issue and examine potential pathways forward. Congressman Bentz stated, “The U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service has admitted that ‘wolves are not at risk of extinction in the Western United States now or in the foreseeable future,’ so we must ask ourselves: how many wolves are enough? “Wolves are natural-born killers, and they are wreaking havoc upon wildlife, preying on livestock, and damaging the ability of fish and wildlife agencies to do their jobs. “Yet, the federal government remains idle on this issue. While the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service continues to hold 'strategic alignment workshops' to achieve 'trust and social cohesion,' the population of gray wolves continues to grow with no end in sight. This is inhumane and unacceptable to our ranchers, farmers, and outdoorsmen alike. Prioritizing the protection of wolves over that of our elk deer, moose populations, and important parts of our rural communities.” When: May 3rd, 2024 @10:00am CT Where to watch: https://www.youtube.com/@NaturalResourcesGOP Read more from the Washington Examiner | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T20:47:55Z |
| https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases/bentz-introduces-bill-protect-ag-producers-klamath-basin | Bentz Introduces Bill to Protect Ag Producers in Klamath Basin | 2024-04-15 | 2024 | 2024-04 | Republican | House | OR | Cliff Bentz | B000668 | bentz.house.gov | bentz | https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Cliff Bentz (OR-02) introduced legislation aimed at protecting agricultural producers in the Klamath Basin because of the dam removal. “This bill builds upon the promises made by parties to the agreement entered into regarding dam removal and species restoration, all intended to shield farmers from the adverse effects of dam removal. The legislation also ensures that the Department of the Interior remains accountable, preventing the transfer of river infrastructure unrelated to irrigation costs onto hardworking farmers,” stated Congressman Bentz. “Furthermore, the legislation tackles regulatory challenges posed by species habitat expansion while bolstering efforts to transport water to the Lower Klamath National Wildlife Refuge, thus reaffirming commitments made to farmers and ranchers.” “We could not be more grateful to Representative Bentz for introducing this legislation to protect farmers and ranchers in the Klamath Basin,” said Paul Simmons, Executive Director of Klamath Water Users Association. “It’s proof positive of his leadership and that things can in fact happen in Washington. We look forward to working with Congressman Bentz’s office and our representatives in the Senate who have supported similar legislation in recent years.” Read the full bill HERE. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T20:47:55Z |
| https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases/bentz-releases-statement-fisa-reauthorization | Bentz Releases Statement on FISA Reauthorization | 2024-04-12 | 2024 | 2024-04 | Republican | House | OR | Cliff Bentz | B000668 | bentz.house.gov | bentz | https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – Congressman Cliff Bentz (OR-02) released the following statement on FISA: “Today, I joined 126 members of my Republican conference in voting for HR 7888, the Reforming Intelligence and Securing American FreedomAct. Although not perfect, it is necessary, and it contains 56 Republican changes to the existing FISA law which provide significant protections against abuse of Foreign Surveillance processes. “I also voted for Andy Bigg’s warrant requirement amendment but unfortunately, that amendment failed (on a tie vote!). On the positive side, two other amendments I voted for did pass and both make the law more protective of American citizens. One of these was Chip Roy’s amendment which forces the FBI to report to congress on a quarterly basis, and which allows certain members of Congress to attend proceedings before FISA courts. Also, the term of the reauthorization contained in the bill has been reduced from five years to two years, thus providing us with an excellent opportunity to first observe how our changes to this law will work and then, if necessary to further improve this law hopefully with the help of a Republican President. “Had this bill not passed, the probable alternative would have been a Senate bill which would not have included the Roy amendment, nor the Bigg’s warrant amendment, and, very probably, having a five and not two-year sunset. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T20:47:55Z |
| https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-bentz-and-congressman-gosar-demand-transparency-bidens-energy | Congressman Bentz and Congressman Gosar Demand Transparency on Biden's Energy Agenda | 2024-04-08 | 2024 | 2024-04 | Republican | House | OR | Cliff Bentz | B000668 | bentz.house.gov | bentz | https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Cliff Bentz (OR-02), joined by Congressman Paul Gosar (AZ-09), sent a letter addressed to the White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Director Young, expressing concerns about the Biden Administration's approach to energy affordability across the Western United States and Pacific Northwest as well as seeking transparency on the future of the Lower Snake River Dams. This request comes in response to the Biden Administration's proposal to disable and incapacitate the hydroelectric Lower Snake River dams as a means to recover salmon populations. Such action would not only harm the environment, but also negatively impact the local power grid and the cost of energy for ratepayers already struggling to keep up with Bidenflation. The U.S. Energy Information Administration noted just last month that hydropower generation fell to a 22-year low between October 1, 2022, and September 30, 2023. In a letter to Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Director Young, the lawmakers wrote: “It is indisputable that a breach of the Lower Snake River Dams would lead to innumerable challenges across the Pacific Northwest. “The Biden administration’s actions threaten the economic vitality and environmental stability of our region, and it is critical that we understand the potential impacts of any decisions made regarding the future of the Lower Snake River Dams.” Congressman Bentz continued, “These dams provide irreplaceable benefits not only to the ratepayers of Oregon, but to the entire Western United States. The planned removal of these four dams by the Biden Administration is a direct attack on ratepayers, clean energy production, and navigation in the Northwest.” Read the letter HERE. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T20:47:55Z |
| https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-bentz-presents-navy-veteran-missing-medals | Congressman Bentz Presents Navy Veteran With Missing Medals | 2024-04-05 | 2024 | 2024-04 | Republican | House | OR | Cliff Bentz | B000668 | bentz.house.gov | bentz | https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | OREGON – Congressman Cliff Bentz (OR-02) released the following statement after meeting Navy Veteran, Robert Keys Jr., and presenting him with 3 missing medals for his service to our nation: "One of the privileges I have as a Congressman is recognizing Veterans for their dedicated service to our country. "Today, I had the honor of meeting retired Navy Lieutenant Robert Keys Jr., who bravely served during the Cuban Missile Crisis. Sadly, however, Mr. Keys never received his military medals recognizing his service. "I’m grateful for the opportunity to work with the National Personnel Records Center (NPRC) to obtain his medals and present them to him today. "He is not only a remarkable individual, but he also has a wonderful family. Thank you, Mr. Keys, for your service to our nation." Lieutenant Robert Keys Jr. was presented with the following medals: | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T20:47:55Z |
| https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-bentz-present-service-medals-navy-veteran-hermiston | Congressman Bentz to Present Service Medals to Navy Veteran in Hermiston | 2024-04-04 | 2024 | 2024-04 | Republican | House | OR | Cliff Bentz | B000668 | bentz.house.gov | bentz | https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Congressman Cliff Bentz (OR-02) will present veteran Robert Keys Jr. with three medals highlighting his service and sacrifice to our nation on Friday, April 5th, in Hermiston, Oregon. Mr. Robert Keys Jr. served 6 years in the United States Navy and received the rank of Lieutenant (O-3) during the Cuban Missile Crisis in 1962. He was attached to a Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron that participated in the crisis. When: Friday, April 5, 2024 @ 9am Where: Stafford Hansell Building, 915 SE Columbia Dr. Below are the medals Congressman Bentz will present to Mr. Keys: | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T20:47:55Z |
| https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases/icymi-gray-wolves-terrorize-farms-and-ranches-gop-lawmakers-demand-endangered | ICYMI: As gray wolves terrorize farms and ranches, GOP lawmakers demand endangered species delisting | 2024-04-01 | 2024 | 2024-04 | Republican | House | OR | Cliff Bentz | B000668 | bentz.house.gov | bentz | https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | https://www.foxnews.com/politics/endangered-species-gray-wolves-threaten-farms-ranches-gop.amp By Thomas Catenacci - Fox News FIRST ON FOX: A group of 20 House Republicans is urging the Biden administration to roll back protections for the gray wolf, pointing to the species' growing population size and conflicts with ranchers and farmers. The GOP coalition, led by Rep. Cliff Bentz, R-Ore., argued in a letter to U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) Director Martha Williams that the gray wolf no longer needed to be listed under the Endangered Species Act. He wrote that "protection merely for the sake of protection" is not the purpose of the law. Instead, he encouraged the agency to focus its efforts on protecting species in danger of extinction. "The substantial growth in the population of gray wolves throughout Oregon and the western United States poses significant challenges for ranchers, farmers, and outdoorsmen alike," Bentz, who chairs the House Natural Resources Committee's Water, Wildlife, and Fisheries Subcommittee, told Fox News Digital in a statement. "It's imperative that the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service promptly act to delist the gray wolf so that those in the western United States who are burdened by the reintroduction of an admittedly recovered apex predator species can protect themselves." Bentz and his 19 fellow Republicans said the resurgence of the gray wolf population should be touted as a success story of the Endangered Species Act. They argued that removing the federal protections would allow western states to pursue their own protections. And they emphasized that without a FWS rule delisting the species, the growing population of wolves would create significant, and sometimes life-threatening, conflicts for Americans. Under the Endangered Species Act, killing listed animals can be punishable by heavy fines and even jail time. "Unsurprisingly, the substantial growth in gray wolf populations has led to increased conflict between wolves and people," the letter reads. "The impact of gray… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T20:47:55Z |
| https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases/bentz-leads-letter-urge-us-fish-and-wildlife-service-delist-gray-wolves | Bentz Leads Letter to Urge U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to Delist Gray Wolves as a Protected Species | 2024-03-28 | 2024 | 2024-03 | Republican | House | OR | Cliff Bentz | B000668 | bentz.house.gov | bentz | https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Bentz led 19 of his Republican colleagues in sending a letter to U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service) Director, Martha Williams, urging her to delist the Gray Wolf as a protected species under the Endangered Species Act (ESA). This letter follows the Service’s decision last month to not re-list wolves in the Northern Rocky Mountains because the Service found the wolf was not in danger of extinction anywhere across the Western United States. Despite this finding, the Service has done nothing to allow those bearing the burden of an apex predator’s reintroduction to protect themselves, livestock, or even deer and elk populations from devastation by the predator. The Service should move immediately to delist the gray wolf as a protected species which would allow the use of accepted methods of predator control to be used by ranchers and state agencies. "The substantial growth in population of gray wolves throughout Oregon and the Western United States poses significant challenges for ranchers, farmers, and outdoorsmen alike. It's imperative that the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service promptly act to delist the gray wolf so that those in the Western United States who are burdened by the reintroduction of an admittedly recovered apex predator species can protect themselves," Congressman Bentz stated. "The decision by the Fish and Wildlife Service to keep the gray wolf listed is disappointing and contrary to sound science," said Congressional Western Caucus Chairman Dan Newhouse (WA-04). "It is clear that gray wolf populations have recovered and that state and local officials should be empowered to manage their gray wolf populations. As Chairman of the Western Caucus and Co-Chair of the ESA Working Group, I will continue to advocate for greater flexibility to manage the wolves and for reforming the ESA to make the law work better for rural communities and species alike." Congressman John Duarte (CA-13) added, "The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's own findings indicate that the wolf popu… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T20:32:04Z |
| https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases/bentz-joins-ochoco-irrigation-district-title-transfer-signing | Bentz Joins Ochoco Irrigation District for Title Transfer Signing | 2024-03-22 | 2024 | 2024-03 | Republican | House | OR | Cliff Bentz | B000668 | bentz.house.gov | bentz | https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON — Congressman Cliff Bentz (OR-02) released the following statement regarding the partial title transfer by the Bureau of Reclamation to the Ochoco Irrigation District (OID) of the water delivery infrastructure associated with Ochoco reservoir located near Prineville, Oregon: “This ‘phase one’ title transfer of the Crooked River Project’s water distribution facilities to OID will provide the District with complete ownership of the water delivery infrastructure and land upon which that infrastructure is located. This is an important step toward local control and autonomy for the District. The District’s final payment of its share of the original cost of the project was made some years ago, and the District has since been paying for maintenance and operations, so this is a welcome opportunity for the Bureau to hand over the title to this portion of the project. I congratulate OID and thank Commissioner Camille Touton for her leadership in making this conveyance a reality.” Congressman Bentz joined Commissioner Touton in his Washington office to celebrate the signing of the conveyance document. Image | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T20:32:04Z |
| https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases/bentz-votes-fund-government-through-fiscal-year-2024-and-win-conservative | Bentz Votes to Fund the Government Through Fiscal Year 2024 and Win Conservative Policy Victories | 2024-03-22 | 2024 | 2024-03 | Republican | House | OR | Cliff Bentz | B000668 | bentz.house.gov | bentz | https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | March 22, 2024 WASHINGTON — Congressman Cliff Bentz, (OR-2) released the following statement regarding his vote in favor of the “The Further Consolidated Appropriations Act” (FCAA): “This was a difficult vote. There is much I dislike in this bill, but when we Republicans barely control only one of the three branches of government (House, Senate, White House), the results our team obtained after months of work and thousands of amendments are deserving of serious respect. Additionally, failing to move this bill forward now would not in any way guarantee a better outcome and could result in a far worse one. We are now five months into the fiscal year to which this bill applies. We absolutely cannot keep kicking the budget can down the road, and we cannot shut down the government when we Republicans have not agreed on what it would take to reopen it. Our leadership team has negotiated, among many other things, reductions in overall spending, an increase in our military’s pay, and a stronger more modern fighting force. With this budget behind us, we will immediately begin work on the 2025 budget. For those interested in reviewing a summary of what we Republicans were able to do in this budget, here is a link to a summary of the six budgets that make up the FCAA. And in case you are wondering, yes, I have plowed my way through the 1012 pages of the bill!” Highlights from the Remaining FY24 Appropriations Legislation: Oregon: 26 F-35s jets to be stationed at Kinsley Field, thus maintaining the huge value of this fighting force in Oregon. H–2B SUPPLEMENTAL VISAS EXEMPTION will help alleviate these workforce shortages and in doing so, will help create and sustain the jobs of American workers who rely on the H-2B workers to support their jobs during their peak seasons. These workers will come and work, pay income, FICA and Medicare taxes, then return to their home countries. Long overdue pay raise of 5.2 percent to our men and women of the armed forces. $364.6 million for rural health programs. Pro Life Inclusions… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T20:32:04Z |
| https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases/bentz-votes-protect-american-citizens-apps-controlled-foreign-adversaries | Bentz Votes To Protect American Citizens From Apps Controlled By Foreign Adversaries | 2024-03-13 | 2024 | 2024-03 | Republican | House | OR | Cliff Bentz | B000668 | bentz.house.gov | bentz | https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Cliff Bentz (R-OR) joined 197 of his Republican and 155 of his Democrat colleagues voting in support of H.R. 7521, The Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act, a bipartisan bill aimed at protecting American national security against the threats posed by social media applications controlled by foreign adversary governments. This bill, introduced by Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI), passed out of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce by a rare unanimous vote of 50-0. “It is paramount that we take action to protect Americans from potential surveillance, data breaches, and targeted political messaging orchestrated by apps being controlled by adversarial foreign powers like the People’s Republic of China,” Congressman Bentz stated. “This bill provides a critical framework to safeguard our national security interests while minimizing disruptions to users and businesses.” Background on H.R. 7521: H.R. 7521 addresses the urgent need to safeguard Americans and promotes U.S. national security by prohibiting marketplaces like app stores and web hosting services from hosting applications controlled by foreign adversaries, including the PRC, Russia, Iran, and North Korea. Specifically, the Act empowers the President to require divestment of applications controlled by covered companies controlled by foreign adversaries or face a prohibition on app store availability and web hosting services in the United States. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T20:32:04Z |
| https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-bentz-responds-president-bidens-state-union | Congressman Bentz Responds to President Biden’s State of the Union | 2024-03-08 | 2024 | 2024-03 | Republican | House | OR | Cliff Bentz | B000668 | bentz.house.gov | bentz | https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON — Congressman Cliff Bentz (OR-02) issued the following statement in response to President Joe Biden’s State of the Union address: “President Biden's State of the Union address painted a tone-deaf picture of the realities facing Americans today. From the President's lack of leadership on the world stage to his handling of immigration and the economy, his policies have led to dire consequences for our nation and the world. The facts speak for themselves: millions of unvetted illegal border crossings, skyrocketing grocery and rent prices, much higher interest rates, and foreign policy that emboldens our adversaries and endangers our allies. These are not mere statistics; they represent the hardships faced by hardworking Americans every single day. It is time for accountability and action. We must secure our borders, reinforce innovation and productivity, reduce interest rates, cut our spending, and reassert our strength on the world stage to ensure the safety of our communities and the long-term economic growth of our nation. I call on President Biden and his administration to address the real concerns of the American people, to prioritize their well-being above his ultra-partisan agenda, and to work tirelessly to address the pressing issues that threaten the fabric of our society. The time for political rhetoric is over; now is the time to aggressively address the challenges facing our nation.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T20:32:04Z |
| https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases/bentz-votes-cut-spending-protect-veterans-2a-rights-and-pass-6-spending-bills | Bentz Votes to Cut Spending, Protect Veterans' 2A Rights, and Pass 6 Spending Bills | 2024-03-07 | 2024 | 2024-03 | Republican | House | OR | Cliff Bentz | B000668 | bentz.house.gov | bentz | https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON — Congressman Cliff Bentz (OR-02) issued the following statement regarding the passage of H.Res. 1061, a bill containing six of the twelve appropriations bills for Fiscal Year 2024 (which began on October 1st, 2023): “These appropriations bills represent a long, demanding, and labor-intensive effort to address the budgetary issues facing our country," Congressman Bentz stated. “This legislation is not perfect, but it emphasizes fiscal responsibility and marks the first overall reduction in non-defense and non-VA spending in almost a decade. It also succeeds in securing crucial conservative victories such as preventing the Biden Administration from stripping Second Amendment rights from veterans. With the crisis taking place at our Southern Border, high-interest rates, and international challenges of enormous importance, it was time to pass this legislation and move to the next step in this long process.” Highlights from FY24 Appropriations Legislation: Key Changes To Funding: Fully funds veterans’ health care and benefits. 10% cut to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). 7% cut to the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF). 6% cut to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). Increases funds to the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), including increased funds for efforts to combat fentanyl. Key Policy Provisions: Prevents the Department of Veterans Affairs from attacking Second Amendment rights by sending information on those seeking assistance with their benefits to the FBI’s National Instant Criminal Background Check (NICS) system, without a judge's consent. Prohibits the Department of Justice from targeting or investigating parents who exercise their right to free speech at local school board meetings. Strengthens tracking and review of foreign ownership of U.S. agricultural land. Prevents the sale of oil in the Strategic Petroleum Reserve to China. Cuts endangered species listing activities at U.S. Fish and Wildlife. Groups in Support: | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T20:32:04Z |
| https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases/bentz-urges-wsdot-reconsider-dam-breaching | Bentz Urges WSDOT to Reconsider Dam Breaching | 2024-03-04 | 2024 | 2024-03 | Republican | House | OR | Cliff Bentz | B000668 | bentz.house.gov | bentz | https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON- Congressman Cliff Bentz (OR-02), joined his Pacific Northwest colleagues in raising concerns with Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) Secretary Roger Millar regarding the economic fallout of breaching the lower Snake River dams (LSRD). “This scheme by WSDOT and the Biden Administration is a direct attack on clean energy production and navigation in the Northwest, stated Congressman Bentz. “These dams are essential to energy production, navigation, and the Northwest’s agricultural industry. Removing or adjusting their operations to negate power generation and river commerce would be devastating.” Background: One analysis estimates that it would take 39,204 rail cars and 150,784 semi-trucks per year to move the cargo that is currently passed through the Columbia and Snake Rivers. To meet this new shipping demand, breaching the LSRD would require the total number of truck drivers in Washington, Oregon, and Idaho to triple. We are urging WSDOT to provide detailed plans to mitigate these impacts and propose alternative solutions to support our region's economy. Full text of the letter is available HERE. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T20:32:04Z |
| https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases/bentz-votes-keep-government-operating | Bentz Votes to Keep Government Operating | 2024-03-01 | 2024 | 2024-03 | Republican | House | OR | Cliff Bentz | B000668 | bentz.house.gov | bentz | https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON - Congressman Cliff Bentz (OR-02) joined Speaker Mike Johnson in voting for HR 7463, the “continuing resolution” which keeps the government open, the military paid, the FAA and TSA working, and the border patrol on duty up to March 8th and March 22nd. This gives Congress time to finalize the 12 budget bills that make up the discretionary part of the nation’s 2024 budget. In addition, the bill prevents the President from inappropriately initiating a congressionally unauthorized 30 billion-dollar expansion of a student grant program. Congressman Bentz stated: “We must finalize our 2024 appropriations. The 2024 Fiscal year began on October 1st of LAST year! We are finally very close to agreement on many of the 12 budgets that make up the discretionary part of the budget. We need to get this important work done, and this bill helps us do just that.” The next several weeks will see important votes on all 12 budget bills. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T20:32:04Z |
| https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-bentz-holds-listening-session-community-growing-population-wolves | Congressman Bentz Holds Listening Session with Community on Growing Population of Wolves | 2024-02-23 | 2024 | 2024-02 | Republican | House | OR | Cliff Bentz | B000668 | bentz.house.gov | bentz | https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | PRINEVILLE, OR. - In case you missed it, Congressman Cliff Bentz (OR-02) held a roundtable listening session in Prineville, Oregon yesterday on the increasing population of wolves and its impact on the community. The session included local ranchers and stakeholders and was aimed at fostering dialogue and identifying solutions in preparation for an upcoming congressional hearing on the subject. Congressman Bentz stated, "The growing population of wolves across Oregon is wreaking havoc for ranchers, farmers, and sportsmen. Ranchers are tired of seeing their cattle chased around and killed and hunters are tired of seeing a decline in mule deer populations. Thanks to the many people who shared their stories with me today, I can begin to use my position as the Chair of the Water, Wildlife, and Fisheries Subcommittee to educate others in Congress about this growing issue. I look forward to working on a legislative solution to fix this problem when I get back to DC." | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T20:21:00Z |
| https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases/bentz-joins-colleagues-challenging-use-enron-era-statute-basis-sentencing | Bentz Joins Colleagues in Challenging Use of Enron Era Statute as Basis For Sentencing January 6th Defendants | 2024-02-07 | 2024 | 2024-02 | Republican | House | OR | Cliff Bentz | B000668 | bentz.house.gov | bentz | https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON — Congressman Cliff Bentz (Or-02) joined Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) and House Judiciary Chairman Jim Jordan (Oh-04) and 20 fellow members of Congress in filing an amicus (Friend of the Court) brief in the Supreme Court. The brief was filed in the case of Joseph Fischer v. the United States, challenging the lower Courts’ decisions to apply what is a financial crimes statute against people linked to the events of January 6th, 2021. The petitioner, Joseph Fischer, faces indictment for his alleged involvement in activities near the U.S. Capitol on the aforementioned date. The charges brought against him cite a violation of 18 U.S.C. § 1512(c)(2), a statute initially crafted in response to the Enron scandal to combat witness tampering and destruction of evidence in financial crimes cases. The brief argues that the prosecutors and court have misapplied this statute so that the defendants could be exposed to the statute: imposing a potential maximum prison sentence of 20 years. “The Biden Administration's use of this is a concerning overreach,” stated Congressman Bentz. “I am joining my colleagues in pushing back against what I see as politicization of what should be a strictly legal proceeding. This would set a dangerous precedent.” The amicus brief can be viewed here. Additional members of Congress endorsing the brief include: Sen. Kevin Cramer (R-North Dakota) Sen. Mike Lee (R-Utah) Rep. Lauren Boebert (Colorado-03) Rep. Jerry Carl (Alabama-01) Rep. Michael Cloud (Texas-27) Rep. Matt Gaetz (Florida-01) Rep. Lance Gooden (Texas-05) Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (Georgia-14) Rep. Harriet M. Hageman (Wyoming) Rep. Diana Harshbarger (Tennessee-01) Rep. Lisa McClain (Michigan-09) Rep. Mary Miller (Illinois-15) Rep. Alex Mooney (West Virginia-02) Rep. Barry Moore (Alabama-02) Rep. Andy Ogles (Tennessee-05) Rep. Bill Posey (Florida-08) Rep. Guy Reschenthaler (Pennsylvania-14) Rep. Matt Rosendale (Montana-02) Rep. Tom Tiffany (Wisconsin-07) Rep. Michael Waltz (Florida-06) | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T20:21:00Z |
| https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases/bentz-votes-impeach-homeland-security-secretary-mayorkas | Bentz Votes to Impeach Homeland Security Secretary Mayorkas | 2024-02-06 | 2024 | 2024-02 | Republican | House | OR | Cliff Bentz | B000668 | bentz.house.gov | bentz | https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON - Congressman Cliff Bentz released the following statement after voting in favor of impeaching Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas: "It has been said that Secretary Mayorkas is dishonest, duplicitous, and derelict in his duties. I agree. However, it has also been said that such conduct does not rise to the constitutionally required 'high crimes and misdemeanors.' That legal conclusion may or may not be true, but when we add in the Secretary’s willful refusal to comply with and enforce the nation’s laws along with his explicit direction to DHS (Department of Homeland Security) employees to NOT enforce the law, we satisfy, in my opinion, the High Crime and Misdemeanor standard. Fortunately, the Articles of Impeachment now before the House (they passed out of the House Committee on Homeland Security last week) are dramatically more complete than was the case back in November (where another set of articles of impeachment was brought up to soon), since they now contain facts and legal theories that actually support impeachment. As I said last week on the House floor: 'If we fail to follow best practices in this effort, impeachment will soon become little more than a sad and ineffective means of expressing dissatisfaction with the policies of the opposing party.' Chairman Mark Green of the House Committee on Homeland Security is to be commended for his efforts to get this process right. (As an aside, Article II of the impeachment Articles, which includes obstruction, could have recited what we members of the Judiciary Committee observed, as the Secretary dodged our questions regarding his Department’s activities. It seemed to me then that his responses were designed to obstruct our efforts to elicit what he was ordering his department to do and not to do on the border.) Most House Republicans are committed to properly conducting the process of impeachment. Because we followed "regular order" (the step-by-step procedural sequence called out by the Constitution and past practice), t… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T20:21:00Z |
| https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases/bentz-votes-pro-growth-pro-worker-pro-american-tax-bill | Bentz Votes for Pro-Growth, Pro-Worker, Pro-American Tax Bill | 2024-02-02 | 2024 | 2024-02 | Republican | House | OR | Cliff Bentz | B000668 | bentz.house.gov | bentz | https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – Congressman Cliff Bentz (OR-02) joined 168 of his Republican colleagues in voting for the bipartisan Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act (H.R. 7024), which received overwhelming support in the House of Representatives with a vote of 357-70. This policy, focused on fostering economic growth and supporting families, aims to enhance the child tax credit, bolster small businesses, and advance American competitiveness. “This legislation helps our children and our economy,” Congressman Bentz stated. “It improves the Children’s Tax Credit, which amounts to 2000 dollars per year per qualifying child. A tax credit is a reduction in taxes, and the beneficiary must be working to receive the benefit. As the cost-of-living skyrockets, fewer families are having children, and this Child Tax Credit will help address this huge challenge.” Bentz continued, “The legislation also helps our economy by allowing immediate deduction of Research and Development expenses, increasing the business interest deduction, and continuing the 100% bonus depreciation for business property placed in service after December 31 of 2022. These tax reductions will drive economic growth up and unemployment down.” Important Provisions in The Tax Relief for American Families Act: Boosts American business and manufacturing through tax cuts and incentives, including: Extending research & development (R&D) tax breaks to help companies invest and compete. Lowering borrowing costs for small businesses facing high interest rates. Full write-offs for equipment investments to keep jobs in America. Simplifying regulations and reporting requirements for small businesses. Provides disaster relief by: Simplifying tax rules for casualty losses in natural disaster zones. Excluding certain disaster compensation from income taxes. Treating specific disaster payments as deductible. Extends and improves the child tax credit (for 2025), making it: Available for all children in a family, regardless of size. Indexed to inflation to keep … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T20:21:00Z |
| https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-cliff-bentz-works-to-defend-the-snake-river-dams-and-for-upkeep-of-the-columbia-river-system | Congressman Cliff Bentz Works to Defend the Snake River Dams and for Upkeep of the Columbia River System | 2024-02-02 | 2024 | 2024-02 | Republican | House | OR | Cliff Bentz | B000668 | bentz.house.gov | bentz | https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON - Today, Congressman Cliff Bentz (OR-02) announced his proposed amendments to the Water Resource Development Act (WRDA) that aim to protect the Snake River Dams and ensure the continued functionality and upkeep of the Columbia River system. "For decades, the Columbia River has been essential to Oregon's economy, conveying over 65 million tons of cargo in 2021 alone," Congressman Bentz stated. "Thanks to the Columbia River, wheat from the Pacific Northwest reaches the world, and entire regional economies flourish on its banks. Two of my requests to the Water Resource Development Act (WRDA) are to ensure our Columbia River system continues to function. If taken up, these additions would secure funding for upkeep and improvements that this system must have. I have also offered two other amendments to the bill that would safeguard the Lower Snake River Dams from removal." Bentz continued, "This isn't just about water. The Snake River Dams and Columbia River are essential to the Northwest’s energy production, navigation, and agricultural industry. It is critical that Congress protect the Pacific Northwest’s economy by approving these submissions." What is the Water Resources Development Act? The WRDA is a legislative package for authorizing federal navigation projects and implementing policy changes for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. It is designed to conserve and develop water and related resources, and authorizes the Secretary of the Army to conduct studies, construct projects, and manage research activities to improve the rivers and harbors of the United States. Details on Bentz's Requests: Program Name: Columbia River Pile Dike Maintenance Description: Pile Dike Maintenance Definition Clarification. The Corps’ Portland District is conservatively interpreting authorization to maintain the pile dike system in the Lower Columbia River including viewing pile dikes that have disconnected from eroded shorelines as if they are new projects rather than maintenance of existing projects. When maintaine… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T20:21:00Z |
| https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases/bentz-vote-impeachment-secretary-mayorkas | Bentz to Vote for Impeachment of Secretary Mayorkas | 2024-01-31 | 2024 | 2024-01 | Republican | House | OR | Cliff Bentz | B000668 | bentz.house.gov | bentz | https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON - Congressman Cliff Bentz (Or-02) released the following statement after the House Homeland Security Committee voted early this morning to send articles of impeachment for Secretary Mayorkas to the House floor: "House Republicans are committed to properly conducting the impeachment process. Because Republicans followed regular order, there is now evidence in the record that the Secretary of Homeland Security, Alejandro Mayorkas, intentionally flouted immigration law, disregarding his constitutional duty to secure America’s borders. Secretary Mayorkas deserves to be impeached, and it is my intention to vote in favor of impeachment." | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T23:46:48Z |
| https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases/bentz-joins-speaker-johnson-voting-resolution-keeps-government-operating | Bentz Joins Speaker Johnson in Voting for a Resolution that Keeps the Government Operating | 2024-01-19 | 2024 | 2024-01 | Republican | House | OR | Cliff Bentz | B000668 | bentz.house.gov | bentz | https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Yesterday, January 18th, Congressman Cliff Bentz (OR-02) joined Speaker Johnson in voting for a resolution (H.R. 2872) that keeps the government operating until March 1st and March 8th. Without the resolution, the government would have partially shut down on January 20th. "I am absolutely supportive of securing the Border and reducing spending," said Congressman Bentz. "But shutting down the government will not secure the Border, will not force the Democrats to accept our Republican Secure the Border Act (H.R. 2), and would be fiscally irresponsible. A shutdown would mean many bad things, including the fact that our military would not be paid (for example, significant parts of the Kingsley field mission would be affected), our border patrol would not be paid, munitions would not be manufactured, and the President's and Democrat's power would be dramatically increased, making it extremely difficult for Speaker Johnson to negotiate real Border solutions from a position of strength." Bentz emphasized that our best chance of actually moving toward a more secure Border is by helping Speaker Johnson use the leverage he has available, not by holding our own military, the border patrol, and our economy hostage, which would be the case if we shut down the government. "Also, we must not initiate a shut down unless we have an agreed upon Republican plan on when and how we Republicans would all vote to reopen the government," said Congressman Bentz. "And I can guarantee you that we are nowhere close to having such an agreement or such a plan." The resolution (H.R. 2872) keeps the government open until March 1st and March 8th. According to the Republican chairs of the appropriation committees, this is enough time to finalize and pass the remaining appropriation bills, which, if enacted, would moot the need for further funding resolutions. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T23:46:48Z |
| https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-bentz-announces-2023-congressional-app-challenge-winner-yahir | Congressman Bentz Announces 2023 Congressional App Challenge Winner: Yahir Conejo-Garcia, Hermiston High School | 2024-01-17 | 2024 | 2024-01 | Republican | House | OR | Cliff Bentz | B000668 | bentz.house.gov | bentz | https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Rep. Cliff Bentz (R-Oregon) announced Yahir Conejo-Garcia from Hermiston High School as the 2023 winner of the Congressional App Challenge for District 2. He created Fix My Car, a web app designed to help new and experienced drivers diagnose issues with their vehicles and assist in taking control of maintenance and safety. The user starts at a section of a car and narrows the results to a specific issue. The app then instructs the user on how to check that issue and further repair it. If the user needs any automotive part, the app will access the user's location and show the nearest auto part stores on Google Maps. Congressman Bentz was impressed with Yahir’s creativity and skill stating, “I applaud Yahir for his coding skills with the goal of making car issues less stressful for drivers at various experience levels,” Congressman Bentz said. “The judge’s evaluations encourage Yahir’s aspirations to expand the app’s usability in future versions. The Congressional App Challenge is an avenue for encouraging students to pursue careers in coding, math, or science fields, and I hope Ava continues to pursue and develop his coding skills.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T23:46:48Z |
| https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases/bentz-nominates-fourteen-oregon-students-acceptance-us-service-academies | Bentz Nominates Fourteen Oregon Students for Acceptance to U.S. Service Academies | 2024-01-16 | 2024 | 2024-01 | Republican | House | OR | Cliff Bentz | B000668 | bentz.house.gov | bentz | https://bentz.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Representative Cliff Bentz (R-Oregon) today announced that he has nominated fourteen Oregon students for acceptance to the prestigious United States service academies. Bentz’ Service Academy Nomination Board -- retired and active-duty military officers who interview potential candidates for the service academies -- recommended each student based on their academic performance, extracurricular involvement, and character. "I am honored to nominate these outstanding young Oregonians to America’s service academies," Congressman Bentz said. "Years of hard work, dedication, and commitment to character have earned these future leaders these much-deserved nominations. By pursuing a higher education at one of our country’s select service academies, these students have shown a desire to lead by example, grow intellectually, and serve the United States in uniform. I am confident that each nominee will have tremendous success in this admirable endeavor and that their futures will be bright. I also thank my Service Academy Nomination Board for recommending these young leaders. Their experience serving our country in uniform is invaluable to the nomination process and speaks to the caliber of the students they interviewed and recommended for nominations this year. Without their guidance and understanding of what it takes to succeed at the U.S. service academies, these nominations would not be possible." Serving on Bentz’ Service Academy Nomination Board were: Retired U.S. Marine Corps Colonel Dave Dotterrer, Oregon Air National Guard Colonel Jason Nalepa, Retired U.S. Navy Commander John Howard, Oregon Army National Guard Lieutenant Colonel Travis Lee, Oregon Army National Guard Captain Stephanie Rokes. The service academies include the United States Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colorado; the United States Military Academy at West Point, New York; the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland; and the United States Merchant Marine Academy at Kings Point, New York. Final selection for a… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T23:46:48Z |
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