Andrea Salinas — Democrat Candidate for U.S. House in Oregon, 2026

Representative Andrea Salinas voted against funding for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Department of Defense (DoD), citing concerns about Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) practices violating rights. She advocates for comprehensive immigration reform, including an earned pathway to citizenship, smart border security, and addressing migration's root causes. Salinas supports a long-term solution for Dreamers and co-sponsored a bill to allow individuals to sue the federal government for rights violations. She also opposed new ICE detention facilities in Oregon, emphasizing safety and humanitarian standards.

“I voted against bills to fund the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Department of Defense (DoD). ICE has instilled terror in our communities, detained children, and violated due process and Fourth Amendment rights. Their violent tactics have resulted in the deaths of immigrants and U.S. citizens, and ICE continues to lie to Congress and the public about their actions. I will not vote to fund this unlawful behavior. [...] The Trump Administration has failed to protect Americans. Instead, their reckless actions have made America less safe by undermining congressional authority and eroding the fabric of our Constitution. To defend our rights and safety, I voted against these bills.” — Andrea Salinas, Statement on Voting Against DHS and DoD Spending Bills, salinas.house.gov”

Andrea Salinas opposed Republican spending bills that included healthcare cuts, citing concerns over rising costs for American families. She supported extending the Affordable Care Act’s enhanced premium tax credits to lower healthcare expenses, highlighting constituent stories of increased premiums. She introduced H.R. 7514, the Rural Health Care Facilities Revitalization Act, to aid rural healthcare facilities and is committed to strengthening Community Health Centers.

““This bill fails to meaningfully address Republicans’ health care crisis. It betrays every American family struggling with higher costs, and it leaves millions to choose between shouldering rising health care premiums or forgoing health insurance altogether. It’s unimaginably cruel. [...] From the beginning of this shutdown, I have been clear. I will support a bill that stops Republicans’ cuts, lowers costs, and saves health care. This bill does none of those things.” — U.S. Congresswoman Andrea Salinas (OR-06), statement following vote”

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Andrea Salinas supports codifying abortion access into federal law and restoring Roe v. Wade, aiming to protect reproductive health care options nationwide. She voted "No" on the "Pregnant Students' Rights Act" and the "Supporting Pregnant and Parenting Women and Families Act" in January 2026. Salinas is endorsed by Reproductive Freedom for All and believes deeply personal decisions about abortion should be made between a woman and her doctor, free from government interference, emphasizing individual autonomy over one's body.

“I trust women to do what’s right for themselves, their bodies, and their families. The decision to have an abortion is a deeply personal one, which should be made between a woman and her doctor without government interference. (Andrea Salinas, salinas.house.gov)”

Representative Andrea Salinas voted against the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Department of Defense (DoD) appropriations bills, citing concerns about unlawful ICE tactics and military operations abroad. She supports Israel’s right to defend itself while advocating for a ceasefire, increased humanitarian aid in Gaza, and halting offensive military transfers to the current Israeli government. Furthermore, she backs strategic humanitarian, economic, and defense aid for Ukraine.

“I voted against bills to fund the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Department of Defense (DoD). ICE has instilled terror in our communities, detained children, and violated due process and Fourth Amendment rights. Their violent tactics have resulted in the deaths of immigrants and U.S. citizens, and ICE continues to lie to Congress and the public about their actions. I will not vote to fund this unlawful behavior. - Rep. Andrea Salinas, Statement on Voting Against DHS and DoD Spending Bills, salinas.house.gov”

Andrea Salinas strongly supports providing federal funding for public education, emphasizing curriculum that teaches critical thinking and life skills. She champions legislation to improve access to STEM fields and advocates for increased federal investments in career and technical education and community colleges. Salinas also supports student loan forgiveness for educators and led a bipartisan effort to include mental health degrees in federal student loan definitions to enhance access.

“As a mom, I understand the importance of a strong public education system. From cradle to career, I am committed to supporting policies that make sure our education system works for everyone. I strongly support providing federal funding for school districts throughout the country to provide curriculum that teaches critical thinking and important life skills. Congress must also do more to support our educators. Teachers should not be struggling to pay their bills due to inadequate salaries – they should be rewarded for choosing an educational career pathway by having access to student loan forgiveness. No matter what education path our students choose, it must be affordable and free from crushing student loan debt. Congress should increase funding for student financial aid and allow for more flexible uses for college savings plans. - Representative Andrea Salinas, U.S. House of Representatives official website, "Education" section.”

Andrea Salinas supports reinstating a ban on assault weapons and establishing a national Office of Gun Violence Prevention. She states that the safety of the community is a core duty and that parents should not fear for their children's safety due to mass shootings. She has been endorsed by Giffords, an organization that advocates for gun violence prevention and stronger gun safety laws.

“I strongly support commonsense solutions to combat gun violence in this country. I support legislation that would establish a national Office of Gun Violence Prevention, and I support reinstating a ban on assault weapons, which we have seen used in mass shootings time and time again." - Representative Andrea Salinas, salinas.house.gov/issues/public-safety”