Merkley, Wyden: Nearly $43 Million for Natural Disaster Recovery in Oregon
Washington, D.C. – Oregon’s U.S. Senators Jeff Merkley and Ron Wyden today announced that the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) is sending a total of $42,736,663 to state and federal agencies in Oregon that repaired roads and other critical infrastructure that was deeply damaged during natural disasters. The federal funds will be used to reimburse the agencies for
Wyden, Merkley Announce $682,000 to Oregon Manufacturers to Reduce Pollution and Lower Costs
Companies in Philomath, Salem and Tualatin earn federal funds Washington D.C.—U.S. Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley today announced a combined federal investment of $682,675 for Oregon businesses to improve their facilities, save energy, reduce carbon pollution, lower costs, and strengthen Oregon’s manufacturing sector. “The fight against the climate crisis
Merkley, Wyden Announce $9.4 Million Federal Investment to Confront Wildfire Threats in Oregon
Washington, D.C. – Oregon’s U.S. Senators Jeff Merkley and Ron Wyden announced today that $9.4 million is coming to Oregon to reduce wildfire threats in high-risk areas across the state. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is directly investing $9,422,722 in three of Oregon’s national forests to treat areas of
Merkley, Wyden: PDX Lands $8.7 Million to Reduce Emissions
Washington, D.C. – Oregon’s U.S. Senators Jeff Merkley and Ron Wyden announced that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is awarding Portland International Airport (PDX) $8,724,651 to boost its project to upgrade the airport’s HVAC electrical systems to reduce emissions. “PDX is a vital hub for Oregonians, connecting communities, businesses, and
Merkley, Wyden Announce Nearly $3 Million for Safer Streets in Oregon Cities
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Oregon’s U.S. Senators Jeff Merkley and Ron Wyden today announced federal funding is heading to the cities of Tangent, Milwaukie, and Ashland to develop and update comprehensive road and street safety plans, while investments for Klamath Falls will fund the construction of safety improvements at intersections in the
Merkley, Wyden: $16.1 Million Federal Investment Will Jumpstart Economic Development, Job Training in Eastern Oregon
Washington, D.C. – Oregon’s U.S. Senators Jeff Merkley and Ron Wyden announced today that $16,100,000 is coming to Baker and Union counties to support communities located near a proposed new transmission line in Eastern Oregon. The funds will support job training programs, as well as economic development projects for housing,