Suzanne Bonamici — Democrat Candidate for U.S. House in Oregon, 2026

Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici supports immigration reform, evidenced by her introduction of the Migrant Due Process Protection Act on December 3, 2025, which aims to allow immigrants to participate in hearings remotely. She also opposed the expansion of ICE detention facilities in Oregon. Bonamici has criticized the weaponization of immigration enforcement, linking it to abuses of power and violations of constitutional rights.

“I've clearly stated that President Trump must be impeached, and I voted to support Rep. Al Green’s impeachment resolution. President Trump and his cabinet have repeatedly and intentionally violated the U. S. Constitution and other federal laws and have committed multiple abuses of power. They have incited violence and weaponized and militarized immigration enforcement throughout the nation. This has tragically caused the loss of life and liberty, the arrest and detainment without due process of U.S. - Rep. Suzanne Bonamici, Statement, January 20, 2026”

Suzanne Bonamici opposed the 2026 government funding bill, stating it would implement devastating cuts to healthcare and increase insurance costs, particularly impacting rural hospitals. She advocates for universal health care and is a member of the Medicare for All Caucus, aiming to expand coverage and affordability. Bonamici supports extending Affordable Care Act tax credits to maintain protections for pre-existing conditions and provide insurance subsidies.

“I rise today in opposition to this Continuing Resolution. Although I support opening the government after this devastating 43-day shutdown, I will not support a bill that will continue the Republican’s assault on Americans and their pocketbooks. At a time when Oregonians and Americans are already struggling with rising costs, this bill locks in devastating cuts to health care and drives up the cost of health insurance – in many cases significantly. [...] I invite my colleagues to listen to their constituents, come back to the table, vote no, and join us in the work to make healthcare affordable and accessible for all.” - Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici, Bonamici Statement on Government Funding Vote, November 12, 2025.”

Representative Suzanne Bonamici strongly supports climate action, indicated by a 97% score from the League of Conservation Voters in 2012 and her pro-environment voting record. She advocates for policies to reduce U.S. greenhouse gas emissions significantly, aiming for climate and health benefits while creating jobs. Bonamici has advanced bipartisan initiatives like the COAST Research Act and the Blue Carbon for Our Planet Act to expand scientific research into climate impacts on oceans and the carbon sequestration potential of coastal ecosystems.

“Together we can make a difference. I'm eager to stand by you as we work to tackle the climate crisis, address the needs of working families, create more opportunities for Oregonians, and build a better future for our children and grandchildren! - Suzanne Bonamici, Bonamici for Congress”

Suzanne Bonamici strongly supports abortion rights and reproductive healthcare, emphasizing the importance of access to family planning resources for all individuals. She advocates for the Women’s Health Protection Act and has voted to make abortion legal in all 50 states, viewing this as a crucial right to bodily autonomy. As a member of the Congressional Pro-Choice Caucus, she introduced legislation to stop misinformation by Crisis Pregnancy Centers and promote pregnancy intention screenings.

““We know that medical decisions must be based on science, not politics. They must be made by patients, not politicians,” said Bonamici, a Democrat from Beaverton who has been in the House since 2012. “I am a member of Congress. I signed up to make tough decisions. But one decision I should never make is whether and when someone who is not me should bear a child.” (Suzanne Bonamici, Pamplin Media)”

Suzanne Bonamici supported funding for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, along with humanitarian aid for Palestinians, citing the need to defend allies. She voted in favor of H.R. 8035, the Ukraine Security Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2024. She opposed H.R. 8369, the Israel Security Assistance Support Act, which would have enabled immediate aid delivery to Israel without existing legal oversight. Bonamici also consistently advocates for a negotiated two-state solution for Israelis and Palestinians.

“For decades I have supported, and I continue to support, a negotiated two-state solution in which Israelis and Palestinians can live in peace, dignity, and security. I formed that opinion in 1997 during my first visit to Israel, and it was reinforced through visits over the last several years during which I met with Israelis and Palestinians and heard their stories, hopes, and struggles. I have no doubt that the vast majority of people there want to live in peace. — Suzanne Bonamici, Bonamici Statement on H.R. 3565, the “Block the Bombs Act,” August 28, 2025.”

Representative Bonamici supports a human-centered framework for AI in education and workforce readiness, and works to ensure K-12 and higher education meet future needs, especially in STEAM fields. She introduced legislation to reopen the Office for Students and Young Consumers to protect them from fraudulent lenders. She also joined lawmakers in criticizing policies making child care more expensive and expressed disappointment regarding nursing student loan changes.

“The future of our economy will rely on an educated and innovative workforce to create and fill the jobs of the 21st century. As the founder and co-chair of the Congressional STEAM Caucus, I'm working to ensure that today's K-12 and higher education programs meet our country's future needs, especially in STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and design, and math) fields that produce skilled workers and creative thinkers. — Suzanne Bonamici, bonamici.house.gov/issues/education, January 15, 2026”

Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici has called gun violence a preventable and deeply disturbing American tragedy. She praised the House approval of HR 8, a bill requiring criminal background checks for almost all firearms sales and transfers. This bill passed the House with a 240-190 vote. She also invited a gun violence prevention advocate to the 2019 State of the Union address, demonstrating her engagement on the issue.

“a preventable and deeply disturbing American tragedy. — Suzanne Bonamici, statement via KPTV Fox 12, around 2019”