At a Glance

Seat

Representative for Oregon District 5

Born

January 31, 1975

Age 51

Phone

(202) 225-5711

Office

1508 Longworth House Office Building, Washington 20515

Congress Member Profile|U.S. Representative|Democrat|Oregon District 5

Janelle S. Bynum

Janelle Sojourner Bynum is an American politician and businesswoman serving as the U.S. representative for Oregon's 5th congressional district since 2025. A member of the Democratic Party, she previously served in the Oregon House of Representatives from 2017 to 2025.

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Voting Record — 498

Yes45%

No54%

Present1%

Not Voting1%

Party align96%

Cross-party4%

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District Map

Congressional District 5

U.S. Census Bureau boundary data.

Social & Web

Official site Bluesky X @RepBynum Facebook Instagram

External Resources

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Janelle S. Bynum

U.S. RepresentativeDemocratOregon District 5

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Janelle S.'s ATmosphere Activity

20 recent posts · 18 sponsored · 90 cosponsored

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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Rep. Janelle Bynum@bynum.house.govNov 12(source)

Today, Congresswoman Adelita Grijalva was sworn in, after months of stalling and political games by Speaker Johnson. I look forward to serving with her to make life better for Americans.

CNN

@cnn.com

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Democrat Adelita Grijalva has been sworn in as the House's newest member after a weekslong delay, paving the way for a vote to release Jeffrey Epstein case files. Read more: https://cnn.it/3WProDR

Rep. Janelle Bynum@bynum.house.govNov 11(source)

To our veterans: thank you for your service. I’ll continue fighting in Congress to make sure you have the support you’ve earned and deserve.

Rep. Janelle Bynum@bynum.house.govNov 11(source)

In addition to feeding our neighbors, Hunger Fighters Oregon also provides hygiene and cleaning supplies to those in need. Learn more about their work and how cuts to SNAP are impacting their ability to support our community ⬇️

Rep. Janelle Bynum@bynum.house.govNov 10(source)

Ahead of Veterans Day, I hosted a roundtable discussion to reaffirm my commitment to addressing the challenges our veterans face. I am committed to honoring the service and sacrifices of our veterans.

Rep. Janelle Bynum@bynum.house.govNov 10(source)

After 40 days of a shutdown, the Senate deal does nothing to address the cuts to or cost of Americans’ healthcare. That’s unacceptable. I’ve been ready to work on and vote for a deal that ends the shutdown and makes life better for Oregonians, but that’s just not what this is.

Rep. Janelle Bynum@bynum.house.govNov 10(source)

We’re over a month into the government shutdown – I want to hear from you. If you or someone you know has been impacted, please share your story with me using the link below. It’s your stories that fuel this fight. forms.gle/S7TBd2fak5KF...

I want to hear from you!

The more I hear from Oregonians, the better job I can do representing and fighting for you. If you or someone you know has been impacted by the government shutdown, please share your story with me bel...

Rep. Janelle Bynum@bynum.house.govNov 8(source)

Last night, a final decision confirmed what we’ve known all along: we don’t need or want the President’s troops in Portland. It’s time for him to follow the law and stop spreading lies about our city. www.oregonlive.com/crime/2025/1...

‘Exceeded his authority’: Judge issues injunction blocking Trump from sending National Guard to Oregon

Federal officials overstated "the degree of physical danger they faced at the ICE facility," the judge ruled.

Rep. Janelle Bynum@bynum.house.govNov 8(source)

I’m proud that Oregon has taken action to make sure everyone can put food on the table this month. Feeding our families shouldn’t be a partisan issue. The President is playing political games with people’s lives, and we won’t stand for it. www.kgw.com/article/news...

Oregon restores full SNAP benefits after judge orders Trump admin to fund program

Gov. Kotek said 750,000 Oregonians received full November food benefits after a federal judge ordered the Trump admin to restore funding during the shutdown.

Rep. Janelle Bynum@bynum.house.govNov 8(source)

Rep. Janelle Bynum@bynum.house.govNov 7(source)

The Republican shutdown is about to cause mass delays and cancellations at PDX. I’m calling on the state to pay our TSA workers and air traffic controllers – Oregonians shouldn’t suffer because of Republicans’ inability to fund the government. My full statement ⬇️

Rep. Janelle Bynum@bynum.house.govNov 7(source)

Yesterday, I spoke on a US Chamber housing panel about how we can work together to make homeownership a reality for everyone. We don’t have 20 years to figure out how to house our kids – we need to figure that out now.

Rep. Janelle Bynum@bynum.house.govNov 7(source)

The government shutdown is having devastating impacts across the state, including on search and rescue operations. I spoke with Fred about how this is impacting his ability to do his job as a 911 dispatcher ⬇️

Rep. Janelle Bynum@bynum.house.govNov 6(source)

People from across Oregon have been writing to my office concerned about their healthcare costs going up. I'll continue fighting to reverse cuts in Republicans' trash budget and to make healthcare more accessible, not less.

Rep. Janelle Bynum@bynum.house.govNov 6(source)

Groceries, utilities, rent, gas, you name it – they’re all more expensive under this Administration. I’m in Congress to lower costs and make life better for my constituents. Speaker Johnson needs to call back the House and do the work. www.washingtonpost.com/business/202...

From groceries to gas, Americans say they’re spending more under Trump

A majority of Americans blame President Donald Trump for rising prices and inflation, according to a Washington Post-ABC News-Ipsos poll.

Rep. Janelle Bynum@bynum.house.govNov 6(source)

This weekend, I met with local AFSCME leaders and food bank staff to discuss how the shutdown is impacting their ability to support our communities. Republicans need to come to the table – Oregonians can't afford for this to continue. www.kgw.com/article/news...

'People are terrified': Health insurance hikes, SNAP benefits are the focus at Rep. Janelle Bynum press conference

Rep. Bynum and the AFSCME members cited rising health care costs and the uncertainty surrounding premium increases as the concerns they hear most from Oregonians.

Rep. Janelle Bynum@bynum.house.govNov 5(source)

SNAP allows students like Michaela to get out of “survival mode,” and focus on their education. The President needs to stop playing political games with people’s lives and fully fund this essential program.

Rep. Janelle Bynum@bynum.house.govNov 5(source)

Each week the shutdown drags on, our economy is losing $15 billion and millions of people are seeing their healthcare costs rise. Americans aren’t looking for their government to break records – Republicans need to come back from vacation and get to work.

The Associated Press

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BREAKING: The government shutdown entered its 36th day, breaking a record set during President Trump’s first term as impact spreads nationwide.

Rep. Janelle Bynum@bynum.house.govNov 5(source)

Learn more ⬇️ bynum.house.gov/media/press-...

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Rep. Janelle Bynum@bynum.house.govNov 5(source)

I’m an engineer by training, which means I know we can innovate our way out of our biggest problems – including the housing crisis. My new bill, the Accelerating Home Building Act, invests in creative solutions that speed up construction processes so more families in Oregon can afford a home.

Rep. Janelle Bynum@bynum.house.govNov 4(source)

This weekend, I spoke with @oregonafscme.bsky.social Executive Director, Joe, about how the government shutdown is making it harder for them to support their members. Watch ⬇️

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Sponsored Bills(18)

H.R. 8041 (119th)
To establish an entitlement to a supplemental period of unpaid parental leave for employees …
H.R. 7242 (119th)
To amend the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act to train individuals in construction t…
H.R. 7245 (119th)
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to establish the mass timber plant investment cre…
H.R. 7244 (119th)
To require the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to establish a first-time home buy…
H.R. 7243 (119th)
To require the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to establish a grant program to pr…

Cosponsored Bills(90)

H. Res. 1238 (119th)
Encouraging greater public-private sector collaboration to promote financial literacy for st…
Joined: 2026-04-30
H. Res. 1235 (119th)
Recognizing the 51st anniversary of Black April and the Fall of Saigon on April 30, 1975.
Joined: 2026-04-29
H.R. 8503 (119th)
To ensure that the Federal share of the supplemental nutrition assistance program allotment …
Joined: 2026-04-27
H.R. 8504 (119th)
To authorize affordable financing assistance for rural health centers facing financial distr…
Joined: 2026-04-27
H. Res. 1169 (119th)
Honoring the 2026 Olympians and Paralympians from Oregon.
Joined: 2026-04-14

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Voting History

498 total votes

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Recent roll calls with party-majority context so it is easier to scan how this member tends to vote.

Date	Bill	Question	Position	Party Maj	Align?	Result
2026-01-21	H.R. 6945 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-21	H.R. 6945 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-01-21	H. Res. 1009 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-21	H. Res. 1009 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-21	H.R. 5764 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-20	H.R. 5763 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-15	H.R. 2988 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-15	H.R. 2988 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-01-15	H.R. 2988 (119th)	Approve amendment	YES	YES	✓	Agreed to
2026-01-14	H.R. 7006 (119th)	Final passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-14	H.R. 7006 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-01-14	H.R. 7006 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-01-14	H. Res. 992 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-14	H. Res. 992 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-13	H.R. 4593 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-13	H.R. 4593 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-01-13	H.R. 2312 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-01-13	H.R. 2270 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-01-13	H.R. 2262 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-01-13	H.R. 2262 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-01-13	H. Res. 988 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-13	H. Res. 988 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-13	H.R. 6504 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-13	H.R. 6500 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-12	H.R. 2683 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-09	H.R. 5184 (119th)	Final passage	YES	NO	✕↔	Passed
2026-01-08	H.R. 1834 (119th)	Final passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-08	H. Res. 780 (119th)	Approve resolution	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-08	H.R. 131 (119th)	Passage, Objections of the President To The Contrary Notwithstanding	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-01-08	H.R. 504 (119th)	Passage, Objections of the President To The Contrary Notwithstanding	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-01-08	H.R. 6938 (119th)	Final passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-08	H.R. 6938 (119th)	Retaining Divisions B and C	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-08	H.R. 6938 (119th)	Retaining Division A	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-07	H. Res. 780 (119th)	Motion to Discharge	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-01-07	H. Res. 977 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-07	H. Res. 977 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-01-06	—	Call of the House	PRESENT	—	—	Passed
2025-12-18	H.R. 498 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-18	H.R. 498 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-12-18	H.R. 845 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-18	H.R. 845 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-12-18	H.R. 1366 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-18	H.R. 1366 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-12-18	H.R. 4776 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-18	H.R. 4776 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-12-18	H.R. 4776 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-12-18	H.R. 4776 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-12-18	H.R. 4776 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-12-17	H.R. 3492 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-12-17	H.R. 3492 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed

Alignment stats consider only votes where a clear yes/no majority existed for the legislator's party. Cross-party marks divergence where the vote matched the opposite party majority. ↔ indicates cross-party divergence.

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