Standing Up for Human and Civil Rights

Merkley: Senate Bill Promotes Equality for Federal Employees

Washington DC – Oregon’s Senator Jeff Merkley today co-sponsored legislation that entitles all federal employees, no matter their sexual orientation, to the same employment and health care benefits as married couples.  “It is plain wrong that some federal employees are not currently entitled to equal health and employment benefits,” said

Merkley Statement on National Police Week

Washington, D.C. – Oregon’s Senator Jeff Merkley released a statement today honoring the brave men and women of law enforcement as well as remembering Oregon State Police Senior Trooper William Hakim and Woodburn Police Captain Thomas Tennant. “We all rely on the selflessness and courageousness of the men and women

Merkley Statement on Armed Forces Day

Washington, DC – Oregon’s Senator Jeff Merkley issued the following statement to recognize Armed Forces Day: “The members of our armed forces deserve our deepest thanks. They volunteer to serve our country in dangerous and difficult circumstances far from home.  Today is a day to appreciate the sacrifice and courage

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