Press Releases
Hoyle statement on one-year anniversary of October 7th attack
WASHINGTON, DC— Today marks one year since Hamas’ brutal massacre. Hamas murdered more than 1,200 Israelis, took 251 hostages - including American citizens - and perpetrated horrific acts of sexual violence against civilians. The violence unleashed on October 7 has spiraled out of control, engulfing innocent Israelis and Palestinians who’ve had their lives upended and families torn apart. The extent of the suffering cannot be overstated - Holocaust survivors have found themselves once again … Continue Reading
September 18, 2024
Hoyle and Ezell Applaud Bipartisan Passage of POWER Act in Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
WASHINGTON, DC— Today, the U.S. House of Transportation & Infrastructure Committee passed U.S. Representatives Val Hoyle’s and Mike Ezell’s bill - the Promoting Opportunities to Widen Electrical Resilience (POWER) Act. This bill would provide more eligibility and flexibility for public power utilities to invest in long-term hazard mitigation and grid resilience solutions, strengthening critical infrastructure before and after natural disaster strikes. “I’m thrilled that my bill, the POWER … Continue Reading
July 31, 2024
REP. HOYLE STATEMENT FOLLOWING FED DECISION NOT TO LOWER INTEREST RATES
Washington, DC - Today, U.S. Representative Val Hoyle (OR-04) released the following statement: “Today’s decision by the Fed not to lower interest rates is wrong and does nothing to ease the financial burden put on working families. I joined my colleagues earlier this year in calling on the Fed to lower interest rates. Unnecessarily high interest rates punish working families, threatening the wages and jobs they depend on. I urge the Fed to right this wrong by cutting interest rates in … Continue Reading
July 16, 2024
HOYLE STATEMENT ON PETER COUTNEY’S PASSING
WASHINGTON, DC— Today, U.S. Representative Val Hoyle (OR-04) released the following statement in response to the news of that longtime State Senate President Peter Courtney passed away: “Today, Oregon lost a true legend and a leader. Senator Peter Courtney was a mentor and a friend who had a heart as big as his personality. “Peter Michael Coleman Courtney cared deeply for this state and those who were most vulnerable. He was a product of Irish Catholic roots from New England via West-By-God … Continue Reading
July 12, 2024
CHAVEZ-DEREMER AND HOYLE INTRODUCE BILL TO SUPPORT WOMEN-OWNED SMALL BUSINESSES TO RECEIVE VA CONTRACTS
WASHINGTON, DC— Today, U.S. Representatives Lori Chavez-DeRemer (R-OR) and Val Hoyle (D-OR) introduced the Veterans Affairs Opportunity for Women-Owned Small Businesses Act, bipartisan legislation to improve federal contracting opportunities for women-owned small businesses in the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs’ (VA) Vets First Contracting Program. Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America and the Vietnam Veterans of America have endorsed the bill. “I’m honored to lead this commonsense, … Continue Reading
July 10, 2024
HOYLE VOTES AGAINST HARMFUL GOP ATTACK ON VICTIMS’ RIGHTS
WASHINGTON, DC— Today, U.S. Representative Val Hoyle (OR-04) voted against H.J.Res.165, the House GOP measure that aims to dismantle the Biden Administration’s fix to Title IXwhich improved protections for victims of sexual harassment and assault. After the vote, Rep. Hoyle released the following statement: “It’s shameful that House Republicans are trying to reinstate harmful Trump-backed efforts to undermine Title IX and the #MeToo movement. Our high schools and colleges should have the … Continue Reading
July 01, 2024
Merkley, Hoyle lead Oregon Delegation, Governor Kotek in Announcing a Secured Five-Year Commitment to State’s Western Wildfire Response
Washington, D.C. - Oregon’s U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley and U.S. Representative Val Hoyle—along with U.S. Senator Ron Wyden and U.S. Representatives Earl Blumenauer, Suzanne Bonamici, Andrea Salinas, and Lori Chavez-DeRemer—and Oregon Governor Tina Kotek announce today the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF), and Forest Protective Agencies (FPAs) reached a renewed five-year commitment to the Western Oregon Operating Plan (WOOP). The WOOP serves as the long-term … Continue Reading
June 28, 2024
HOYLE RESPONSES TO SUPREME COURT OVERRULING THE CHEVRON DOCTRINE
WASHINGTON, DC— Today, the U.S. Supreme Court released its ruling on Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo, gutting the landmark 1984 Chevron v. NRDC case that established the Chevron Doctrine. The 1984 Chevron decision determined that courts would defer to federal subject matter experts when there is a need for reasonable interpretation of laws. Representative Val Hoyle (OR-04) released the following statement in response: “This decision will create chaos, putting corporate interests and … Continue Reading
June 27, 2024
HOYLE RESPONSE TO U.S SUPREME COURT DISMISSING IDAHO AND MOYLE ABORTION CASE
WASHINGTON, DC— Today U.S. Representative Val Hoyle (OR-04), a proud member of the Congressional Pro-Choice Caucus, released the following statement after the U.S. Supreme Court dismissed the Moyle v. United States and Idaho v. United Statescase, temporarily upholding the Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act (EMTALA): “The U.S. Supreme Court punted the decision on whether abortions can be provided when the mother’s life or health is in danger to a lower court. Weshould not be … Continue Reading
June 27, 2024
HOYLE HOSTS STUDENT WINNER OF CONGRESSIONAL ART COMPETITION
WASHINGTON, DC— Today, Representative Val Hoyle (OR-04) welcomed Lillian Langford, winner of the Congressional Art Competition for Oregon’s Fourth Congressional District, to Washington, DC. Langford, a student from the Springfield Academy of Arts and Academics (A3) in Springfield, submitted a pen and ink drawing, entitled “La Marchesa Casati,” which will now be on display in the U.S. Capitol for the next year. “I’m thrilled that Lillian is here in DC for this celebration with other student … Continue Reading
June 26, 2024
HOYLE SECURES DISTRICT AND POLICY WINS IN THE WATER RESOURCES DEVELOPMENT ACT
WASHINGTON, DC— Today, the U.S. House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee passed the Water Resources Development Act of 2024 (WRDA). It authorizes construction projects, studies and other infrastructure activities for U.S. waterways and ports. This bipartisan legislation also includes key priorities championed by Representative Val Hoyle (OR-04). The bill will next go to the full U.S. House of Representatives for consideration. “I’m proud our committee worked across the aisle to … Continue Reading
June 24, 2024
HOYLE STATEMENT ON THE DOBBS DECISION ANNIVERSARY
WASHINGTON, DC— Today, U.S. Representative Val Hoyle (OR-04), a proud member of the Congressional Pro-Choice Caucus, released the following statement on the second anniversary of the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade: “This anniversary serves as a reminder that the fight for reproductive equality is far from over. Anti-choice extremists are still working to take away reproductive freedoms, and we cannot stand by as these attacks continue. We must pass the Women’s Health … Continue Reading
June 14, 2024
HOYLE VOTES ‘NO’ ON THE HOUSE NATIONAL DEFENSE AUTHORIZATION ACT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025
WASHINGTON, DC— Today, U.S. Representative Val Hoyle (OR-04) voted against the partisan H.R. 8070, the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2025, which authorizes the U.S. Department of Defense’s spending for the year. Rep. Hoyle released the following statement in response: “Today, House Republicans took a previously bipartisan bill designed to support our servicemembers and use it as a vehicle for their culture wars and partisan attacks. I strongly support pay raises … Continue Reading
June 13, 2024
HOYLE RESPONSE TO THE U.S. SUPREME COURT’S MIFEPRISTONE RULING
WASHINGTON, DC— Today, U.S. Representative Val Hoyle (OR-04), a proud member of the Congressional Pro-Choice Caucus, issued the following statement after the U.S. Supreme Court released their unanimous ruling on Alliance for Hippocratic Medicine v. FDA, which protected access to FDA-approved abortion medication Mifepristone: “Today’s decision reaffirms that a woman's health care decisions should be up to her and her medical provider — NOT judges and politicians. Anti-choice extremists are … Continue Reading
June 05, 2024
HOYLE CALLS OUT HOUSE REPUBLICANS FOR PUTTING POLITICS OVER SERVICEMEMBERS, VETERANS AND THEIR FAMILIES
WASHINGTON, DC— Today, U.S. Representative Val Hoyle (OR-04) released the following statement after voting against H.R. 8580, the Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act for 2025: “House Republicanshad a chance to put forward a solid, bipartisan measure to helpveteransbut have instead chosen to play politics. This MilCon-VA funding bill is extreme and will hurt servicemembers and veterans, making it even harder for them to find jobs, secure … Continue Reading
May 28, 2024
U.S. REP. VAL HOYLE REQUESTS OVER $28 MILLION IN FUNDING FOR 15 LOCAL PROJECTS
WASHINGTON, DC - Today, U.S. Representative Val Hoyle announced her selected community projectsthat were submitted to the U.S. House Appropriations Committee as candidates to receive funding for Fiscal Year 2025. “These 15 projects reflect the priorities of local communities who know their needs best,” said Rep. Hoyle. “If funded, these projects will support the construction of affordable housing, promote workforce development, advance public safety and more.” Each House Member was allowed … Continue Reading
May 16, 2024
Hoyle Statement on the Detain and Deport Illegal Aliens Who Assault Cops Act
WASHINGTON, DC - Today, U.S. Representative Val Hoyle (OR-04) released the following statement after voting against H.R. 7343, the so-called “Detain and Deport Illegal Aliens Who Assault Cops Act”: “This is another performative House Republican messaging bill that fails to address our nation’s real challenges. This broadly drafted bill is unconstitutional, undermines due process rights and has no chance at becoming law. “Let me be clear: I stand with the constitution and with due process … Continue Reading
May 16, 2024
Hoyle Announces 4th CD Winner of 2024 Congressional Art Competition
Washington, DC - Today, Congresswoman Val Hoyle announced that Lillian Langford, a Junior from the Springfield Academy of Arts and Academics (A3) is the winner of the 2024 Congressional Art Competition for Oregon’s 4th Congressional District. Her piece entitled “La Marchesa Casati” will hang in the U.S. Capitol for a year alongside winners from across the country. “I'm impressed by the artistic talent of the students across our community who submitted art for this competition,” said Rep. … Continue Reading
May 15, 2024
HOYLE GETS TWO PRO-WORKER BILLS PASSED INTO LAW AS PART OF FAA REAUTHORIZATION
WASHINGTON, DC - Today, U.S. Representative Val Hoyle (OR-04) voted in favor of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Reauthorization bill (H.R. 3935). This bipartisan legislationincludes two key pieces of pro-worker legislation led by the Congresswoman that supportground and flight crew workers across thecountry. The first is the bipartisan AIR PUMP Act that supports families and guarantees new moms have a space and protected time to pump breast milk at work. The second is the bipartisan … Continue Reading
May 09, 2024
April 2024 Congressional Update
Constituent Success Dear Friend,It’s been a busy month in Washington and back home. I’d like to start this newsletter by highlighting the work my office has done for constituents across our community. Since the beginning of this year my office has taken in 318 constituent cases and to date, we have successfully closed 165 of those cases. My office is here to serve you. If you have an issue with a federal agency or need help securing an earned benefit, call us at (541) 465-6732 or go … Continue Reading