Wyden, Merkley Announce Federal Investment to Help Clean Energy Transition in Jackson County
City of Medford awarded an Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant for $143,430 Washington D.C.—U.S. Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley today announced a federal investment of $143,430 for the City of Medford to improve energy efficiency, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and lower overall energy use. “The climate crisis demands
Wyden, Merkley Announce $1.9 Million to Promote Sustainable Forest Health for Small-Acreage Forest Landowners
Washington D.C.—U.S. Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley today announced a federal investment of $1.9 million for the Bonneville Environmental Foundation to connect underserved and small acreage forest landowners to emerging carbon markets that provide incentives to improve forest management, including reforestation and other sustainable practices, for a healthier climate.
Merkley, Wyden Announce Federal Funding to Upgrade Warm Springs Radio’s Emergency Alert Equipment
Washington, D.C. – Oregon’s U.S. Senators Jeff Merkley and Ron Wyden announced today that KWSO-FM, a non-commercial community radio station owned and operated by the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs, is receiving up to $158,749 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The federal grant will be used to upgrade
Merkley Votes to Move Clean Water Bill
Washington, DC – Oregon’s Senator Jeff Merkley joined his colleagues on the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee in approving legislation to re-authorize funding for clean drinking water and wastewater treatment infrastructure in Oregon. By authorizing up to $34.7 billion over five years, the Water Infrastructure Financing Act supports public
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
Merkley Recognizes National Nurses Week
Washington, DC – Senator Merkley released a statement honoring National Nurses Week and recognizing the hard work of nurses and their commitment to addressing the needs of patients and their families: “I know firsthand the critical role nurses play in providing safe, high quality, preventative health care. My wife Mary
Merkley Statement on Jobless Numbers
Washington, DC – Oregon’s Senator Jeff Merkley released a statement today following the announcement by the Department of Labor that job losses were lower than expected even though the national unemployment rate climbed to 8.9%. “While it is clear that we have a long way to go before the recession
Merkley Statement on Military Families Appreciation Day
Washington, DC – Oregon’s Senator Jeff Merkley issued the following statement to recognize Oregon’s Military Families Appreciation Day: “Military families are the true backbone of our armed services. I can’t thank them enough for their sacrifice and service to our nation. We all need to recognize that when our service
Merkley: Senate Bill Will Help Families Stay in Their Homes
Washington, DC – Today the U.S. Senate passed crucial housing legislation to address the mortgage crisis and assist families facing foreclosure. The bill provides additional resources to prevent future foreclosures and expands access to the HOPE for Homeowners Program. “The loss of a home is a devastating blow for any