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U.S. Senator from Oregon

Born

October 24, 1956

Age 69

Phone

(202) 224-3753

Office

531 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20510, Washington 20510

Congress Member Profile|U.S. Senator|Democrat|Oregon

Jeff Merkley

Jeffrey Alan Merkley is an American politician who is the junior United States senator from Oregon. He was first elected to the Senate in 2008. A member of the Democratic Party, he served from 1999 to 2009 as the representative for the 47th district in the Oregon House of Representatives, which covers central Multnomah County on the eastern side of Portland, Oregon; he was the speaker of the Oregon House of Representatives during the last two years of his tenure.

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Voting Record — 772

Yes26%

No74%

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Not Voting1%

Party align96%

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Jeff Merkley

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Jeff's ATmosphere Activity

20 recent posts · 93 sponsored · 404 cosponsored

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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Senator Jeff Merkley@merkley.senate.govDec 19(source)

Today is the deadline—set in LAW—for the Justice Department to release the Epstein Files. The victims deserve justice and the public deserves transparency.

Senator Jeff Merkley@merkley.senate.govDec 19(source)

It’s the Golden Age for Trump and his billionaire buddies and the Dark Ages for everyone else. Trump is desperate to convince you his economic “plans” are working—but you just need to look at your utility bill or the cost of your groceries to know it's a lie.

A Bellicose Trump Points Fingers in Defending His Record on the Economy

Senator Jeff Merkley@merkley.senate.govDec 18(source)

We smell a rat! Trump campaigned on releasing the files. Kash Patel said they’d be released. Pam Bondi said they’d be released. So where the hell are they???

Senator Jeff Merkley@merkley.senate.govDec 18(source)

I voted against excessive military spending in the NDAA. The bloated Pentagon budget is full of waste and abuse. It doesn’t need an injection of close to one TRILLION in taxpayer dollars.

Senator Jeff Merkley@merkley.senate.govDec 17(source)

The Justice Department and Trump Administration need to FOLLOW THE LAW and release the Epstein Files. Dragging their feet denies justice to victims and delays transparency for the American people.

Senator Jeff Merkley@merkley.senate.govDec 16(source)

We can’t have business as usual while Epstein’s victims are denied justice.

Merkley, Luján: No Business as Usual Until Justice Delivered for Jeffrey Epstein’s Victims - Merkley

Washington, D.C. – Today, Oregon’s U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley and New Mexico’s U.S. Senator Ben Ray Luján—the lead Senate sponsors of the Epstein Files Transparency Act—announced they would block any p...

Reposted bySenator Jeff Merkley

Senator Mazie K. Hirono@hirono.senate.govDec 15(source)

This regime hands out tax breaks to billionaires and major corporations while forcing costs to skyrocket for working Americans. The rich get richer while the rest of America struggles to get by. That is the reality of Trump's economy.

Senator Jeff Merkley@merkley.senate.govDec 16(source)

We need to release ALL the Epstein Files—including Treasury files about Epstein’s financial activities. The American people agree! I’ll keep fighting for full transparency and justice.

Data for Progress polling on releasing the Epstein Files

Senator Jeff Merkley@merkley.senate.govDec 15(source)

Let’s call Jimmy Lai’s “trial” what it is: a grave miscarriage of justice. The Chinese government tries to extinguish press freedom in Hong Kong by jailing voices like his, but it will fail. The U.S. must continue to push for his release.

Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai convicted in landmark national security trial, faces possible life sentence | CNN

Former Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai has been found guilty on two national security charges and a lesser sedition charge, in a landmark two-year trial widely viewed as a measure of the city’s shrin...

Reposted bySenator Jeff Merkley

Senator Andy Kim@kim.senate.govDec 13(source)

Trump talks a big game when it comes to supporting our troops, but in reality, he’s willing to eliminate nurses and doctors that help veterans every day. That’s pretty shameful.

The Washington Post

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Exclusive: The Department of Veterans Affairs will abruptly eliminate as many as 35,000 health care positions this month, mostly unfilled jobs. The cuts come after a massive reorganization effort already resulted in the loss of almost 30,000 employees.

Reposted bySenator Jeff Merkley

Senate Budget Committee@senatebudget.bsky.socialDec 15(source)

You really can’t make this up.

Senator Jeff Merkley@merkley.senate.govDec 15(source)

Health care is a human right. That’s why we need Medicare for All. We need to simplify our system and make sure folks can get the care they need, when they need it. And the American people agree!

Data for Progress polling showing voter support for a Medicare for All system.

Senator Jeff Merkley@merkley.senate.govDec 14(source)

The shootings at Brown University and antisemitic attack in Sydney are horrific, and my thoughts are with the victims and their loved ones. We should all be able to move about our communities—to go to school, to worship—without fear of violence.

Senator Jeff Merkley@merkley.senate.govDec 12(source)

Thus, I have dropped my objection to Adm. Lunday’s confirmation and invited him to visit Newport to see the incredible relationship between the community and the Coast Guard, and he now plans to visit this coming year!

Senator Jeff Merkley@merkley.senate.govDec 12(source)

In addition, should they ever reconsider the permanent location of the helicopter in Newport, they will start with the public meetings and Congressional notification that are required in the law I wrote and passed in 2014.

Senator Jeff Merkley@merkley.senate.govDec 12(source)

BIG: I temporarily held up Adm. Lunday’s confirmation as USCG Commandant while we waited on this news: The Coast Guard has now assured the Oregon delegation IN WRITING that it’ll keep the rescue helicopter in Newport!

Senator Jeff Merkley@merkley.senate.govDec 12(source)

This is HUGE. You can’t wait for a disaster to happen to start preparing. The BRIC program saves lives and protects our communities—and now the courts ruled that this critical funding must flow to Oregon and states across the country again.

Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield

@agdanrayfield.bsky.social

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BREAKING NEWS: We just won a lawsuit protecting billions in disaster preparedness funding — for communities across Oregon including Medford, Grants Pass, Astoria, and Clatsop County. Read more about what happened and why it matters in Oregon.

AG Rayfield and a multistate coalition just won a lawsuit against the Trump administration over its unlawful attempt to shut down FEMA’s bipartisan Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) program. Today’s decision prevents FEMA from terminating the BRIC program and requires the restoration of these critical funds to the communities relying on them.

For the past 30 years, BRIC has protected lives, communities, and property by preventing
harm before disasters strike.

BRIC grants awarded in Oregon include nearly $14 million in federal funds to help Clatsop County prepare for a potential Cascadia subduction zone earthquake and tsunami; nearly $35 million for critical infrastructure improvements to the City of Medford’s water distribution system; and $50 million to help the City of Grants Pass move its existing water treatment plant outside of a flood hazard area.

Senator Jeff Merkley@merkley.senate.govDec 12(source)

This is what authoritarianism looks like: Kilmar Abrego Garcia was never ordered to be removed by a judge. The Trump Administration deported him anyway—trampling rule of law and ignoring the courts. Good to see the court rule to release him from ICE custody.

Kilmar Abrego Garcia will remain free from ICE custody following judge's order

U.S. District Judge Paula Xinis ruled that the Trump administration lacked the legal authority to continue holding Abrego.

Senator Jeff Merkley@merkley.senate.govDec 11(source)

BREAKING: Republicans failed the American people (again!) by refusing to fix the health care crisis THEY created with their budget bill. Health care costs are exploding for more than 20 million Americans. Republicans don’t have a plan—other than to make you sicker and poorer.

Senator Jeff Merkley@merkley.senate.govDec 11(source)

Republicans are exploding the cost of health care for more than 20 million Americans. I’m fighting to bring down costs for you and your family.

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Sponsored Bills(93)

S. Res. 709 (119th)
A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of National Nurses Week, to be observed from Ma…
S. 4325 (119th)
A bill to establish a task force to address the impacts of the chemical 6PPD and its byprodu…
S.J. Res. 163 (119th)
A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities with…
S. Res. 666 (119th)
A resolution designating the first week of April as "National Asbestos Awareness Week".
S. 4222 (119th)
A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide for an end date for the credit …

Cosponsored Bills(404)

S. 4455 (119th)
A bill to amend section 313 of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 to designate provisions …
Joined: 2026-04-30
S. 4460 (119th)
A bill to provide for an extension of the rural community hospital demonstration program.
Joined: 2026-04-30
S. 4466 (119th)
A bill to provide a Foreign Service officer career pathway for former United States Agency f…
Joined: 2026-04-30
S. 4468 (119th)
A bill to address behavioral health and well-being among education professionals and other s…
Joined: 2026-04-30
S. Res. 715 (119th)
A resolution recognizing escalating threats to freedom of the press and freedom of speech wo…
Joined: 2026-04-30

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Voting History

772 total votes

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Date	Bill	Question	Position	Party Maj	Align?	Result
2026-04-30	S.J. Res. 184 (119th)	Motion to Discharge S.J.Res. 184	YES	YES	✓	Motion to Discharge Rejected (47-50)
2026-04-30	S. Res. 690 (119th)	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-46)
2026-04-29	S.J. Res. 99 (119th)	Begin consideration	YES	YES	✓	Motion to Proceed Rejected (47-50)
2026-04-29	S.J. Res. 139 (119th)	Begin consideration	YES	YES	✓	Motion to Proceed Rejected (46-52)
2026-04-29	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (59-39)
2026-04-28	S.J. Res. 124 (119th)	Point of Order S.J.Res. 124	NO	NO	✓	Point of Order Well Taken (51-47)
2026-04-28	S. Res. 690 (119th)	Begin consideration	NO	NO	✓	Motion to Proceed Agreed to (52-47)
2026-04-27	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (54-37)
2026-04-23	S. Con. Res. 33 (119th)	Accept House changes	NO	NO	✓	Concurrent Resolution Agreed to (50-48)
2026-04-23	S. Con. Res. 33 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (49-49)
2026-04-23	S. Con. Res. 33 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (48-50)
2026-04-23	—	Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Padilla Amdt. No. 4855)	YES	YES	✓	Motion Rejected (46-52, 3/5 majority required)
2026-04-23	—	Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Sanders Amdt. No. 5159)	YES	YES	✓	Motion Rejected (49-49, 3/5 majority required)
2026-04-23	S. Con. Res. 33 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (46-52)
2026-04-23	S. Con. Res. 33 (119th)	Vote on amendment	NO	NO	✓	Amendment Rejected (25-73)
2026-04-23	—	Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Markey Amdt. No. 5001)	YES	YES	✓	Motion Rejected (48-50, 3/5 majority required)
2026-04-23	—	Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Hawley Amdt. No. 4794)	NO	NO	✓	Motion Rejected (50-48, 3/5 majority required)
2026-04-23	—	Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Kennedy Amdt. No. 5414)	NO	NO	✓	Motion Rejected (48-50, 3/5 majority required)
2026-04-22	—	Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Alsobrooks Amdt. No. 5294)	YES	YES	✓	Motion Rejected (47-51, 3/5 majority required)
2026-04-22	—	Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Hickenlooper Amdt. No. 4956)	YES	YES	✓	Motion Rejected (47-51, 3/5 majority required)
2026-04-22	—	Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Hirono Amdt. No. 4884)	YES	YES	✓	Motion Rejected (48-50, 3/5 majority required)
2026-04-22	S. Con. Res. 33 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Agreed to (98-0)
2026-04-22	—	Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Ossoff Amdt. No. 4897)	YES	YES	✓	Motion Rejected (49-49, 3/5 majority required)
2026-04-22	—	Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Lujan Amdt. No. 4798)	YES	YES	✓	Motion Rejected (47-50, 3/5 majority required)
2026-04-22	—	Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Schumer Amdt. No. 4799)	YES	YES	✓	Motion Rejected (48-50, 3/5 majority required)
2026-04-22	S.J. Res. 114 (119th)	Motion to Discharge S.J.Res. 114	YES	YES	✓	Motion to Discharge Rejected (46-51)
2026-04-21	S. Con. Res. 33 (119th)	Begin consideration	NO	NO	✓	Motion to Proceed Agreed to (52-46)
2026-04-20	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (47-46)
2026-04-16	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (49-48)
2026-04-16	H.J. Res. 140 (119th)	Joint Resolution H.J.Res. 140	NO	NO	✓	Joint Resolution Passed (50-49)
2026-04-15	H.J. Res. 140 (119th)	Begin consideration	NO	NO	✓	Motion to Proceed Agreed to (51-49)
2026-04-15	H.J. Res. 140 (119th)	Kill the motion	NO	NO	✓	Motion to Table Agreed to (51-48)
2026-04-15	S.J. Res. 138 (119th)	Motion to Discharge S.J.Res. 138	YES	YES	✓	Motion to Discharge Rejected (36-63)
2026-04-15	S.J. Res. 32 (119th)	Motion to Discharge S.J.Res. 32	YES	YES	✓	Motion to Discharge Rejected (40-59)
2026-04-15	S.J. Res. 123 (119th)	Motion to Discharge S.J.Res. 123	YES	YES	✓	Motion to Discharge Rejected (47-52)
2026-04-14	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (53-47)
2026-04-14	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-45)
2026-04-14	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (53-46)
2026-04-13	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (50-44)
2026-03-26	H.R. 7147 (119th)	End filibuster to begin debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected (53-47, 3/5 majority required)
2026-03-26	S. 1383 (119th)	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Rejected (53-47, 3/5 majority required)
2026-03-25	S.J. Res. 103 (119th)	Begin consideration	YES	YES	✓	Motion to Proceed Rejected (48-50)
2026-03-25	H.R. 7147 (119th)	End filibuster to begin debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected (54-46, 3/5 majority required)
2026-03-25	S.J. Res. 107 (119th)	Begin consideration	YES	YES	✓	Motion to Proceed Rejected (47-53)
2026-03-24	S.J. Res. 116 (119th)	Motion to Discharge S.J.Res. 116	YES	YES	✓	Motion to Discharge Rejected (47-53)
2026-03-24	S. 1383 (119th)	Kill the motion	NO	NO	✓	Motion to Table Agreed to (53-47)
2026-03-24	S. 1383 (119th)	Kill the motion	NO	NO	✓	Motion to Table Agreed to (53-47)
2026-03-24	—	Begin consideration	NO	NO	✓	Motion to Proceed Agreed to (51-47)
2026-03-24	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (52-47)
2026-03-23	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-45)

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