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Speaker Julie Fahey @repfahey.bsky.social · 20h

(5/5) Rep. Nguyễn embodied the best of public service: fierce in her advocacy, compassionate in her approach, and steadfast in her belief in the power of community. Her legacy will live on in this chamber and in every classroom she fought so hard to support. #ORleg #ORpol

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Speaker Julie Fahey @repfahey.bsky.social · 20h

(4/5) Her bill passed the House unanimously—a testament to both Rep. Nguyễn’s collaborative spirit and the respect all members of this legislative body had for her. #ORleg #ORpol

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Speaker Julie Fahey @repfahey.bsky.social · 20h

(3/5) Her unwavering focus on education equity defined her legislative service. Rep. Nguyễn’s signature issue of her final legislative session was chronic absenteeism in Oregon schools, a critically important element of student success. #ORleg #ORpol

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Speaker Julie Fahey @repfahey.bsky.social · 20h

(2/5) As the eldest daughter of Vietnamese refugees and a longtime educator, Rep. Nguyễn carried her family’s story into her work, always centering the voices of children, educators, and immigrant and refugee families. #ORleg #ORpol

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Speaker Julie Fahey @repfahey.bsky.social · 20h

(1/5) I join my House and Senate colleagues today in mourning the passing of Representative Hòa Nguyễn, a dedicated leader, a passionate champion for students, and a beloved colleague and friend. #ORleg #ORpol

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Speaker Julie Fahey @repfahey.bsky.social · 4d

Trump’s deployment of the California National Guard to Oregon is on the wrong side of the law, it’s on the wrong side of history, and it’s on the wrong side of the American people.

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Speaker Julie Fahey @repfahey.bsky.social · 4d

Oregonians have showed up peacefully, calmly, and united against Trump’s abuse of the Constitution, and we will continue to do so. Our communities are not military training grounds; our neighbors are not enemy combatants.

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Speaker Julie Fahey @repfahey.bsky.social · 5d

Judge Immergut is right: this case is about the most fundamental principles of our constitutional democracy and what it means to live under the rule of law in the United States of America.

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Speaker Julie Fahey @repfahey.bsky.social · 5d

The courts have temporarily blocked Trump’s plan to send the National Guard into Portland. The truth has won out — Portland is not a war zone. There is no rebellion or insurrection here, just people going about their daily lives.

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Speaker Julie Fahey @repfahey.bsky.social · 7d

(3/3) Without this law, powerful companies, military contractors, or foreign entities could profit off of our private data without our consent. With this new law, we have real guardrails in place & have sent the message that Oregonians’ privacy is not for sale. #ORpol #ORleg

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Speaker Julie Fahey @repfahey.bsky.social · 7d

(2/3) The new law strengthens consumer privacy laws by prohibiting selling the data of children under 16 years old and banning the sale of precise geolocation data, which addresses concerns about how tech companies collect, sell, & share sensitive information #ORpol #ORleg

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Speaker Julie Fahey @repfahey.bsky.social · 7d

(1/3) This week I joined @repwillychotzen.bsky.social, @rephaipham.bsky.social& Rep. Chaichi for @tinakotek.bsky.social signing our consumer privacy bill that cracks down on personal data sales. #ORpol #ORleg

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Speaker Julie Fahey @repfahey.bsky.social · 10d

(3/3) We know this won't solve every challenge. But with today's vote:
- Businesses will have safe, reliable roads to move goods
- Workers will be able to get to their jobs dependably
- Families can count on safe connections to schools, the doctor’s office, & groceries
#ORpol #ORleg

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Speaker Julie Fahey @repfahey.bsky.social · 10d

(2/3) Half of all new gas tax revenue will go directly to cities & counties, which have struggled to keep up with basic maintenance of local roads. This will give local govts the tools they need to fix the roads & intersections that matter most in their communities
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Speaker Julie Fahey @repfahey.bsky.social · 10d

(1/3) With today’s Senate vote, Oregon passed a much-needed transportation package that will mean safer roads & bridges, reliable buses, and stronger accountability for every dollar spent.
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Oregon Senate passes $4.3 billion transportation package • Oregon Capital Chronicle

The Oregon Senate on Monday is meeting for a final vote on a long-awaited transportation bill to fund road operations and maintenance.

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Speaker Julie Fahey @repfahey.bsky.social · 12d

Sending the military to Portland would not only be a violation of federal law, but of our basic rights and freedoms. I know this moment feels unsettling for people across our state and across the country – now more than ever, I urge Oregonians to stay calm, stay peaceful, and stay united.

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Speaker Julie Fahey @repfahey.bsky.social · 12d

There is no mistaking where Oregonians stand: we do not want federal troops on our streets. Oregon is our home, not a war zone or a military target, and our communities remain vibrant and secure.

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Speaker Julie Fahey @repfahey.bsky.social · 12d

Sending the military to Portland would not only be a violation of federal law, but of our basic rights and freedoms. I know this moment feels unsettling for people across our state and across the country – now more than ever, I urge Oregonians to stay calm, stay peaceful, and stay united.

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Speaker Julie Fahey @repfahey.bsky.social · 12d

There is no mistaking where Oregonians stand: we do not want federal troops on our streets. Oregon is our home, not a war zone or a military target, and our communities remain vibrant and secure.

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Tina Kotek @tinakotek.bsky.social · 12d

My office is reaching out to the White House and Homeland Security for more information. We have been provided no information on the reason or purpose of any military mission. There is no national security threat in Portland. Our communities are safe and calm.

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Speaker Julie Fahey @repfahey.bsky.social · 12d

(2/2) While we’re working hard at home to ease costs & protect families, Trump's reckless tariffs are creating economic chaos & Republicans in Congress passed dramatic cuts to critical programs like Medicaid & food assistance. Oregonians deserve better.
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Speaker Julie Fahey @repfahey.bsky.social · 12d

(1/2) Cost of living is top of mind for Oregon families. That’s why last session the legislature passed laws to keep money in people’s pockets—like ensuring medical debt doesn't wreck your credit score & cracking down on predatory car loans
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New laws aim to protect Oregonians from medical bankruptcies, dishonest car dealers • Oregon Capital Chronicle

Oregonians won’t have to worry about unpaid medical bills ruining their credit or car dealers changing loan terms after driving off the lot.

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Speaker Julie Fahey @repfahey.bsky.social · 14d

(2/2) And vote-by-mail is popular too: when Oregon Senate Republicans tried to repeal vote-by-mail last session, there was so much opposition testimony it crashed the #ORleg website. The truth is simple—making voting accessible strengthens our democracy #ORpol buff.ly/t2YaEba

As Trump attacks vote-by-mail, Wyden and other Oregon leaders tout its success

Oregon's Democratic elected officials blasted President Donald Trump's attacks on vote-by-mail and defended the state's voting system.

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Speaker Julie Fahey @repfahey.bsky.social · 14d

(1/2) I was honored to join @wyden.senate.gov, @orsecretaryread.bsky.social, Sen. Manning & Barbara Smith Warner of @voteathome.bsky.social to talk about the importance of Oregon’s vote-by-mail system. Oregon has led the nation, showing that VBM is secure, effective & increases turnout #ORleg #ORpol

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Speaker Julie Fahey @repfahey.bsky.social · 16d

(2/2) This isn't just about funding, it's also about finding innovative solutions and cutting red tape. In the last decade we've updated outdated rules and streamlined processes so housing projects can move faster and families can move into safe, stable homes sooner.

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