releases: https://www.merkley.senate.gov/merkley-wyden-hoyle-secure-written-commitment-from-coast-guard-acting-commandant-lunday-that-newport-helicopter-will-remain/
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| https://www.merkley.senate.gov/merkley-wyden-hoyle-secure-written-commitment-from-coast-guard-acting-commandant-lunday-that-newport-helicopter-will-remain/ | Merkley, Wyden, Hoyle Secure Written Commitment from Coast Guard Acting Commandant Lunday that Newport Helicopter Will Remain | 2025-12-12 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | Senate | OR | Jeff Merkley | M001176 | www.merkley.senate.gov | merkley | https://www.merkley.senate.gov/news/press-releases/ | scraper | “After hearing from countless Oregonians about the importance of the search and rescue helicopter in Newport, I led the charge to secure written confirmation from the Coast Guard that the helicopter would remain in the community, consistent with the law I wrote in 2014. For fishermen and coastal communities, this is a huge win, especially during winter crab season and in the face of cold-water conditions,” said Merkley. “I am lifting my hold on Admiral Lunday’s nomination and look forward to his forthcoming visit to Newport and to a productive working relationship going forward.” “I’m gratified that Acting Commandant Lunday today wrote in plain English the verbal commitment he made last week to Senator Merkley and me over the phone – namely that the Coast Guard helicopter will remain right where it belongs in Newport,” said Wyden. “This is great news for fishermen and both residents of — and visitors to — the central Oregon Coast. Thanks to the Newport Fishermen’s Wives and all the local officials who worked with Senator Merkley, Congresswoman Hoyle and me to achieve this victory for public safety, the law and common sense.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |