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Federal Licensing Fight Could Influence the Future of Hydropower Across Oregon and the West
New legislation from Oregon Congressman Cliff Bentz, the Hydropower Licensing Affordability Act, seeks to revise the federal relicensing process for existing hydroelectric facilities. Read More
Congressman Cliff Bentz Details Allocation of $197 Million Federal Investment for Oregon Rural Healthcare
Congressman Cliff Bentz announced Oregon's $197 million share of federal Rural Health Care Transformation funding for 2026 under the Working Families Tax Cut Act. Read More
Oregon's Cliff Bentz focuses on rural issues after decisive primary win
After winning the Republican primary in Oregon's 2nd Congressional District with nearly 80% of the vote, Cliff Bentz turns to the general election focused on rural Oregon issues. Read More
Bentz introduces bill to strengthen local input in water management
Rep. Cliff Bentz introduced H.R. 8259, the Federal Water Projects Consultation Improvement Act of 2026, to ensure meaningful local input in the operation of federal water projects. Read More
DECISION 2026: Bentz touts rural wins as health care subsidy fight looms
Oregon Congressman Cliff Bentz reflects on rural wins for schools and hospitals while bracing for a fight over federal health care subsidies. Read More