I was recently part of a legislative panel at the State of Reform Health Policy Conference in Portland, along with Rep. Diehl & Sen. Patterson. We discussed healthcare challenges in Oregon related to the impact of Trump’s (not so) Big Beautiful Bill. #trump #healthcare #medicaid #bigbeautifulbill

What happened this week is unacceptable. We will not stand by as ICE takes away Oregonians – people who were simply on their way to work to earn a fair living, provide for their families, and put food on our tables.

Please join us at the Capitol for the celebration of life for Têrêsa Nguyễn Hiên Hòa, a dear friend and colleague.

Today, Lamar Wise was appointed by the Multnomah and Clackamas County Commissioners to represent House District 48, succeeding our dear friend and colleague Hiền Hòa Nguyễn who recently passed away.

@repleslymunoz.bsky.social: What is happening is unacceptable. My office can confirm that 35 people were detained by ICE in the Woodburn area. Based on recent reporting, there was no indication that anyone detained posed a threat to public safety. oregoncapitalchronicle.com/2025/10/31/o...

Today, the BIPOC Caucus mourns the loss of a dear friend and extends their deepest condolences to the family and friends of Representative Hòa Nguyễn. In the Capitol, she will be remembered for pouring her heart and soul into bringing communities together. oregoncapitalchronicle.com/2025/10/09/o...

As the BIPOC Caucus, we condemn this decision by the Supreme Court and reaffirm our commitment to defending the rights and freedoms of all Oregonians, especially our Indigenous, immigrant, and refugee communities. www.reuters.com/world/us/us-...

⚡ Today, the FAIR Energy Act passes the Oregon House! What the bill does is address skyrocketing utility costs by empowering state regulators to center affordability for Oregonians. Now onto the Senate! #orpol #orleg #energyjustice #affordableenergy

This week, the House Committee on Rules held a public hearing on HB 3403. The bill centralizes educator hiring and retention data into a dashboard, helping to better understand and respond to the workforce shortage. 📚 #orpol #orleg

The Oregon Legislature passed the Fair Housing for All Act, which outlaws housing discrimination based on immigration status. Now onto the Governor’s desk! 🏠 #orpol #orleg #immigrants #refugees #rights oregoncapitalchronicle.com/briefs/orego...

Oregon’s latest revenue forecast presents the challenges ahead. But in times like these, Oregonians have always come together to look out for one another.

Yesterday, Rep. Ruiz went on OPB Think Out Loud to talk about SB 703 and his personal experience as a son of immigrants. Listen to learn more about the BIPOC Caucus' priorities for the remainder of the legislative session. 🎙️ #orpol #orleg #immigrants #refugees #rights www.opb.org/article/2025...

Today is the second chamber work session posting deadline in the Oregon Legislature. What is it? ➡️ #orpol #orleg

No matter what beautiful part of Oregon you are in, everyone should feel that they belong. House Bill 3532 would ensure derogatory names of geographic features are no more in this state. #orpol #orleg

May marks Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Hear Sen. Phạm talk about the rich cultures and contributions of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders that make this state a better place for all. #AAPIHeritageMonth #AAPI #AAPIHeritage #CelebrateAAPI #orpol #orleg

In honor of International Worker's Day, Oregonians stood at the Capitol Steps to stand for workers, for immigrants, and for justice. Rep. Lesly Muñoz spoke to the crowd the importance of solidarity for workers in the labor movement, immigrant and US born, to be safe, respected, and empowered. 🗣️

Today, the BIPOC Caucus honors the life and legacy of Senator Aaron Woods. We mourn the loss of a kind soul. Senator Woods will be deeply missed in the halls of the Oregon Legislature.

The BIPOC Caucus denounces the Supreme Court’s recent decision to stand by President Trump. Together, we are committed to upholding our sanctuary laws and defending the rights and dignity of every Oregonian. #orpol #orleg

Today marks the beginning of National Arab American Heritage Month, celebrating the vibrant culture, resilience, and contributions of Arab Americans.

Today, we remember Cesar Chavez and celebrate the lasting impact of his contributions—not only as a labor leader but also as a symbol of dignity, resilience, and justice.

Today, the Senate Committee on Human Services held a public hearing on SB 611.

The Oregon Senate passed SB 599-1, a top priority of the BIPOC Caucus, which prohibits housing discrimination based on immigration status. SB 599-1 will be in the Oregon House next. 🏡 #orpol #orleg #immigrants #refugees #rights

No one should be turned away from life-saving medical care or essential services because of the lack of quality interpretation, yet this is the reality for thousands of Oregonians.

Today, HB 2548 had a public hearing in the House Labor and Workplace Standards Committee.

Yesterday, BIPOC Caucus Co-Chairs Wlnsvey Campos and Ricki Ruiz testified in strong support of Senate Bill 599-1, which prohibits housing discrimination based on immigration status. 🏡 #orpol #orleg

Rep. Nathan Sosa understands the burden of rising utility costs on Oregonians. That’s why he’s the Chief Sponsor of HB 3179 to lower residential utility costs. The bill had a hearing today in the House Committee On Commerce and Consumer Protection, which Rep. Sosa chairs.

BIPOC lawmakers in Oregon have filed a slate of bills that clash with Donald Trump's anti-DEI push. My story: www.oregonlive.com/politics/202...

The BIPOC Caucus Policy Agenda for the legislative session is out now! 📢

Oregon’s sanctuary status is more than a policy — it is a beacon of hope. #orpol #orleg

As we celebrate Black History Month, it is important to honor the contributions and resilience of the Black community. As the BIPOC Caucus, we recognize the generations of collaborative work and sacrifices of Black leaders that brought us to this day and age.

The BIPOC Caucus stands in solidarity with our immigrant communities. In a time of fear and division, we want every Oregonian to know that they belong and that hate has no place here.