Press Releases
Hoyle Secures Passage of Columbia River Clean-Up Act in Transportation and Infrastructure Committee
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Representative Val Hoyle (OR-04) today announced the successful passage of the Columbia River Clean-Up Act in the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, marking an important step forward in the effort to protect the health, economy and communities of the Pacific Northwest. “I am grateful that this bill passed with bipartisan support and is moving forward from the committee,” Rep. Hoyle said. “It is crucial that we reauthorize this program to ensure stable … Continue Reading
December 18, 2025
Hoyle, Lawler, Dingell and Fitzpatrick Introduce SAW Act to Ban Snowmobile-based Wolf Hunting on Federal Lands
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Representatives Val Hoyle (OR-04), Mike Lawler (NY-17), Debbie Dingell (MI-06), and Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-08) introduced the Snowmobiles Aren’t Weapons (SAW) Act, bipartisan legislation that would make it plainly illegal to use a motor vehicle to intentionally hurt or kill wolves and other species on federal land. The SAW Act establishes clear federal penalties for using vehicles as weapons against wildlife, while preserving an exception for situations involving … Continue Reading
December 12, 2025
Hoyle, Wyden and Merkley Secure Written Commitment from Coast Guard Acting Commandant Lunday that Newport Helicopter Will Remain
Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Representative Val Hoyle, along with Oregon’s U.S. Senators Jeff Merkley and Ron Wyden, announced that they secured written commitments from Admiral Kevin Lunday, Acting Commandant of the U.S. Coast Guard, to ensure the rescue helicopter located at the Newport Air Facility remains in the community, as well as a pledge from Lunday to visit the Newport area within one year. "I want to thank Acting Commandant Lunday for his letter today committing to us to keep the … Continue Reading
December 11, 2025
REP. HOYLE STATEMENT ON TODAY’S VOTE TO NOT TABLE IMPEACHMENT
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Representative Val Hoyle (OR-04) released the following statement after she voted against tabling the impeachment resolution:“It is undeniable that this administration has abused its power and acted unconstitutionally. It is also true that any serious effort to impeach requires bipartisan support and we do not have that. In previous and successful efforts to impeach federal officials, the Judiciary Committee first held hearings and completed investigative reports to … Continue Reading
December 11, 2025
REP. HOYLE STATEMENT ON VOTING AGAINST IRRESPONSIBLE MILITARY SPENDING
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Representative Val Hoyle (OR-04) released the following statement after she voted against allowing more unchecked Pentagon spending in the 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) yesterday evening: “I voted no on the NDAA as this legislation enables more irresponsible military spending, adding a staggering $8 billion on top of the almost $900 billion in funding initially requested by President Trump. I will not vote to fund an agency that has failed the last 7 … Continue Reading
December 09, 2025
Rep. Hoyle Delivers for Rural Oregon with Passage of Secure Rural Schools Reauthorization Act of 2025
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Representative Val Hoyle (OR-04) today joined in celebrating House passage of S. 356, the Secure Rural Schools Reauthorization Act of 2025, bipartisan legislation she helped lead to ensure rural counties can continue funding critical public services. The bill reauthorizes the Secure Rural Schools (SRS) program, which helps rural, timber-dependent counties to be able to fund their schools, maintain their roads and deliver emergency services. During remarks on the floor … Continue Reading
December 09, 2025
Rep. Hoyle Announces Tele-Town Hall for Monday, December 15th
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Representative Val Hoyle (OR-04) announced she will host a telephone town hall on Monday, December 15th at 5:30 PM Pacific Time (PT). Rep. Hoyle will share end of year updates about what's going on in Congress and how it's impacting communities in the district. It is also an opportunity to ask Rep. Hoyle questions and get answers directly from her. How to Join To join the tele-town hall, constituents of Oregon’s 4th district should fill out the form linked here. The … Continue Reading
December 08, 2025
Rep. Hoyle Calls on Congress and VA to Fund Roseburg State Veterans Home, Expand State Veterans Home Construction Program
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Last week, Representative Val Hoyle (OR-04) testified before the House Veterans’ Affairs Committee, urging the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and Congress to fully fund the Roseburg State Veterans Home and strengthen the State Veterans Home Construction Grant Program, which she said has been chronically underfunded and delayed critical care for rural veterans. “Veterans in my district have been advocating for this home since 2011,” said Rep. Hoyle. “Our veterans … Continue Reading
December 04, 2025
Hoyle, Wyden, Merkley Announce Newport Helicopter Returns to the Community
Washington, D.C. - Oregon’s U.S. Senators Jeff Merkley and Ron Wyden, along with Representative Val Hoyle (OR-04), today announced that Admiral Kevin Lunday, Acting Commandant of the U.S. Coast Guard, committed to the Senators on a call that an essential rescue helicopter located at the Newport Air Facility would remain there: “Thanks to public pressure and action from the courts, the Coast Guard has committed to keeping the rescue helicopter in Newport for good, which is critical ahead of … Continue Reading
November 21, 2025
Hoyle, Wyden, Merkley and Carbajal Demand Answers from Coast Guard on Sudden Removal of Newport Rescue Helicopter
For Immediate Release: November 21, 2025 WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Val Hoyle (OR-04) led a letter with U.S. Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley, as well as Congressman Salud Carbajal (CA-24), the Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation, demanding immediate answers from the U.S. Coast Guard regarding its decision to remove a rescue helicopter from the Newport Air Facility. In their letter to Acting Commandant Admiral Kevin E. Lunday, the … Continue Reading
November 19, 2025
REP. HOYLE APPOINTED TO SERVE ON AVIATION SUBCOMMITTEE
For Immediate Release: November 19, 2025 WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Representative Val Hoyle (OR-04) was appointed to serve on the Subcommittee on Aviation on the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. Rep. Hoyle has served on the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee since 2023. “I’m excited to be able to serve in this new role to advocate for safer flights, better service, and investment in our aging air traffic infrastructure,” said Representative Hoyle. “As a member … Continue Reading
November 18, 2025
REP. HOYLE VOTES TO HOLD PEDOPHILES ACCOUNTABLE
For Immediate Release: November 18, 2025 WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Representative Val Hoyle (OR-04) voted to force the public release of any information that the Department of Justice has on Jeffrey Epstein and their investigation into his sex trafficking crimes. The bill also requires measures be taken to prevent the exposure of victims' information during release. After the vote, Representative Hoyle released the following statement: “It is frustrating that justice has been delayed … Continue Reading
November 12, 2025
REP. HOYLE STATEMENT ON VOTING AGAINST THE GOVERNMENT FUNDING BILL THAT MAKES HEALTH CARE MORE EXPENSIVE
For Immediate Release: November 12, 2025 WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Representative Val Hoyle (OR-04) voted ‘No’ on a bill that failed to address the impending Republican health care crisis. The Continuing Resolution (CR) does not extend Affordable Care Act (ACA) Enhanced Premium Tax Credits, which are set to expire at the end of this year. When combined with the Republican budget bill, 50,000 Oregonians in Rep. Hoyle’s district are facing skyrocketing health care premiums or are at risk of … Continue Reading
November 12, 2025
Hoyle, Wyden, Merkley, Bonamici Demand Trump Administration Explain Big Coast Guard Changes in Newport & Reports of New ICE Facility
For Immediate Release: November 12, 2025 WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Representative Val Hoyle (OR-04) joined U.S. Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley and U.S. Rep. Suzanne Bonamici (OR-01) to demand the Trump administration answer questions about reports that the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has relocated an essential Coast Guard helicopter away from Newport, and is planning to build an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention facility in this small Oregon Coast town. “We … Continue Reading
November 06, 2025
FEDERAL, STATE AND LOCAL LEADERS ISSUE STATEMENT ON ICE RAID IN LANE COUNTY
For Immediate Release: November 6, 2025 WASHINGTON, D.C. - Yesterday, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detained several individuals in Lane County. In response to these events, U.S. Representative Val Hoyle (OR-04), U.S. Senator Ron Wyden, State House Speaker Julie Fahey, State Senate President Pro Tempore James Manning Jr., State Senator Floyd Prozanski, State Representatives Lisa Fragala, Nancy Nathanson, and John Lively, Lane County Commissioners Heather Buch, Laurie … Continue Reading
October 08, 2025
Rep. Hoyle Statement on Israel and Hamas Ceasefire Agreement
For Immediate Release: October 8, 2025 WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Representative Val Hoyle (OR-04) released the following statement after it was announced that a ceasefire agreement has been reached between Israel and Hamas: “I welcome news of a ceasefire. I want to thank the White House and everyone involved in the process. The priority now must be securing the release of all remaining hostages, getting humanitarian aid to civilians and supporting a lasting peace that ensures the … Continue Reading
October 07, 2025
Rep. Hoyle Statement on Second Anniversary of October 7th
For Immediate Release: October 7, 2025 WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Representative Val Hoyle (OR-04) released the following statement on the second anniversary of the October 7th attack: “Today marks two years since the horrific attacks of October 7, when Hamas brutally murdered, kidnapped, and terrorized innocent people. They were acts that shocked the world. My thoughts are with the families who are still grieving and the hostages who have not been returned home. This anniversary is … Continue Reading
October 03, 2025
Rep. Hoyle, Oregon Delegation Condemn the Trump Administration for Canceling Nearly $500 Million in Grants for Oregon Energy Projects
For Immediate Release: October 3, 2025 WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Congresswoman Val Hoyle, alongside U.S. Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley and U.S. Representatives Suzanne Bonamici, Andrea Salinas, Maxine Dexter, and Janelle Bynum issued the following statement denouncing the Trump Administration’s cancellation of nearly $500 million in Department of Energy (DOE) grants to support energy reliability, resilience, and efficiency projects in Oregon. “While Oregonians are already … Continue Reading
October 02, 2025
Rep. Hoyle Announces Tele-Town Hall for Tuesday, October 7th
For Immediate Release: October 2, 2025 WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Representative Val Hoyle (OR-04) announced she will host a telephone town hall on Tuesday, October 7th at 5:30 PM Pacific Time (PT). Rep. Hoyle will share updates about what's going on in Congress and how it's impacting communities in the district. It is also an opportunity to ask Rep. Hoyle questions and get answers directly from her. How to Join To join the tele-town hall, constituents of Oregon’s 4th district should fill … Continue Reading
October 01, 2025
Rep. Hoyle Statement on Republican Government Shutdown
For Immediate Release: October 1, 2025 WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Val Hoyle (OR-04) released the following statement after Republicans forced a government shutdown at 12:01 am ET this morning: “This is a Republican shutdown, plain and simple. They control the House, the Senate, and the White House. They have all the political levers and votes to pass a budget. But instead, they’re pushing an agenda that raises health care costs and makes life harder for working families. In … Continue Reading