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@RepPeterDeFazio

Representing the 4th Congressional District in Oregon

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Joined February 2011
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  1. Mar 8

    I'm proud to have voted for , a bill that takes much-needed steps to expand voting rights, get big money out of politics, and ensure public servants work for the people, not special interests.

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  2. Retweeted
    Mar 7

    This week, and introduced a bill that addresses the lack of Federal investment in our Nation’s clean water infrastructure. It is going to take incremental steps like this one to get our systems to a state of good repair.

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  3. Mar 6

    President Trump promised to reduce our trade deficit. Instead, at $891.2 BILLION, it is now the largest in U.S. history. Still waiting for that big win on trade he promised Americans

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    Mar 6

    This morning, Chairman testified in front of the regarding the need for immediate action to fix our crumbling infrastructure. We need investment in our infrastructure and that’s the bottom line.

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  5. Retweeted
    Mar 5

    We just introduced a bill that addresses one of our most urgent needs: clean water infrastructure. It aims to improve the quality of our water and create good paying American jobs.

    The Water Quality Protection and Job Creation Act of 2019
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  6. Mar 4

    I support 's climate change lawsuit and I'm proud to be a part of the fight for a cleaner, safer future. I will continue to do my part by pushing for bold legislative action that will reduce our dependence on fossil fuels:

    9 replies 5 retweets 31 likes
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  7. Feb 27

    Healthcare costs are crushing Americans. We need to explore all avenues, including , in order to lower costs and expand access:

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  8. Feb 26

    Today, are holding an important hearing on how to reduce carbon emissions in our nation’s transportation infrastructure. Regrettably, I can’t join today’s hearing because of the severe weather in Oregon:

    31 replies 38 retweets 133 likes
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    Feb 26

    Today, are focusing on ways to mitigate the effects of climate change by reducing carbon emissions and making our infrastructure more resilient.

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    Feb 25

    Please stay home and off the roadways unless absolutely necessary to travel.

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    Feb 25

    Our plow operators are out hustling, but there's just too much snow. Help us by staying off the roads. It not only helps to keep you safe, but gives us room to safely work and clear the snow.

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    Feb 25

    UPDATE: Due to inclement weather and road conditions, LTD, LTD Connector, and Diamond Express have suspended all service at this time. Stay up-to-date by visiting .

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  13. Feb 20

    I had a great visit to , an innovative Eugene company using green chemistry research to create eco-friendly cleaning and laundry products.

    3 replies 2 retweets 25 likes
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  14. Feb 19

    The Trump Administration’s Department of Education continues to hurt students, allowing student loan servicers to pocket funds while gouging student borrowers:

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    Feb 7

    When 1 in 3 of our Nation’s interstate bridges have repair needs, our airports have about $100 billion of infrastructure needs, and our clean water infrastructure was graded D+, we know that is high and we must act now.

    Appreciate holding an important hearing on when it comes to our nation’s infrastructure. House Dems are committed to taking action to invest in our nation’s bridges, roads, & seaports & urge Republicans to work with us on bipartisan solutions.
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  16. Feb 7

    I'm proud to be an original co-sponsor of 's legislation. Climate change is the greatest existential threat to our planet, and we need to take bold action to address it head-on.

    NEW: Rep. Ocasio-Cortez and Sen. Markey are rolling out a resolution dubbed “The Green New Deal,” including a massive 10-year, WWII-like infrastructure plan.
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    Feb 7

    With the first line of questions, Chairman examines .

    Chairman Peter DeFazio Questions Panel
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    Feb 7

    Chairman opened today’s hearing by saying, “the more we defer, the more it costs.”

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    Feb 7

    Our hearing, “The Cost of Doing Nothing: Why Investing in our Nation’s Infrastructure Cannot Wait,” will be live-streamed here beginning at 9:30 am → !

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  20. Feb 5

    Tonight I brought Master Chief Petty Officer Jason Vanderhaden as my guest to the . MCPO Vanderhaden is the highest-ranking enlisted officer in the Coast Guard and represents the thousands of brave men and women who protect our nation’s waterways.

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