Science, Space, and Technology

Rep. Salinas examines a table with technology

From computer chips to clean energy, Oregon is a hub of innovation and progress, and a focal point for oceanic and atmospheric research. Thousands of people who work in the tech industry live in Oregon’s Sixth District – and every single person in our community has their lives touched by technology.

The last Congress passed once-in-a-generation investments in science and innovation, high-tech manufacturing, and clean energy. From my position on the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, I will work to bring these exciting opportunities to Oregon and ensure that Oregonians are prepared to take full advantage of future workforce opportunities. Already, Oregon-led consortia have received three $1 million dollar awards to study mass timber, advanced semiconductors, and a smart electric grid. Each of these could ultimately lead to a $160 million federal investment in research, development, and manufacturing in Oregon.

Science represents opportunity: The opportunity to change lives, solve problems, and make our world a better place. We should think big when we make investments today that will impact the lives and livelihoods of our children’s tomorrow.

Rep. Andrea Salinas Introduces Resolution to Establish “National Moon Landing Day”

July 21, 2025

Press Release

This week, U.S. Representative Andrea Salinas (OR-06), alongside Representative Keith Self (TX-03), introduced a resolution establishing July 20 as “National Moon Landing Day” to mark the anniversary of the first-ever lunar landing in 1969.

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Merkley, Salinas, Oregon Delegation Secure Over $2.2 Million Manufacturing Boost for OMEP

July 1, 2025

Press Release

Oregon’s U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley and U.S. Representative Andrea Salinas (OR-06) announced today, alongside the Oregon delegation—Senator Ron Wyden and Representatives Suzanne Bonamici (OR-01), Val Hoyle (OR-04), Maxine Dexter (OR-03), and Janelle Bynum (OR-05)—that $2,217,708 is heading to the Oregon Manufacturing Extension Partnership (OMEP), which ensures the program can continue to support local manufacturers across the state.

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Salinas’ Bipartisan Bill to Promote Scientific Research Standards Passes Committee

April 29, 2025

Press Release

Today, U.S. Representative Andrea Salinas (D-OR) announced that her bipartisan bill with Representative Rich McCormick (R-GA) passed out of the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee.

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Oregon Delegation Condemns Trump Administration’s Decision to Eliminate Key Manufacturing Program

April 14, 2025

Press Release

Today, U.S. Representative Andrea Salinas (OR-06) led the Oregon delegation – including U.S. Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley, along with U.S. Reps. Suzanne Bonamici (OR-01), Val Hoyle (OR-04), Maxine Dexter (OR-03), and Janelle Bynum (OR-05) – in a letter to U.S. Department of Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, condemning the Trump Administration’s decision to eliminate the Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) program.

Issues:Science, Space, and TechnologyEconomy

Salinas Amendments Pass the House with Bipartisan Support, Advance to Senate

March 25, 2025

Press Release

Today, Congresswoman Andrea Salinas (OR-06) announced that three of her amendments were included in legislation that passed out of the U.S. House of Representatives on Monday, with strong bipartisan support.

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Salinas Leads Oregon Delegation in Calling on Trump Administration to Protect American Manufacturing

March 20, 2025

Press Release

Today, U.S. Representative Andrea Salinas (OR-06) led the Oregon delegation – including U.S. Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley, along with U.S. Reps. Suzanne Bonamici (OR-01), Val Hoyle (OR-04), Maxine Dexter (OR-03), and Janelle Bynum (OR-05) – in a letter to U.S. Department of Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, expressing concern about the Trump Administration’s decision to fire dozens of workers at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).

Issues:Science, Space, and TechnologyEconomy

Salinas Condemns Trump’s Order to Freeze Federal Grant Funding

January 28, 2025

Press Release

Today, Congresswoman Andrea Salinas (OR-06) issued the following statement after the Trump Administration ordered a blanket freeze of all federal grant funding and loan payments, effective at 5:00 PM ET today.

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Salinas, Oregon Delegation Announce $45 Million Award to Oregon State University-Led Regional Tech Hub for Microfluidics

January 15, 2025

Press Release

On Tuesday, January 14, U.S. Representative Andrea Salinas (OR-06) joined Oregon's U.S. Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley, along with U.S. Reps. Val Hoyle (OR-04), Suzanne Bonamici (OR-01), Maxine Dexter (OR-03), and Janelle Bynum (OR-05) to announce $45 million in funding to Oregon State University for the Corvallis Microfluidics Tech Hub (CorMic).

Issues:Science, Space, and TechnologyEconomy

Salinas Statement on Committee Assignments for the 119th Congress

January 14, 2025

Press Release

Today, Congresswoman Andrea Salinas (OR-06) issued the following statement after being appointed to the House Agriculture Committee and House Science, Space, and Technology Committee for the 119th Congress.

Issues:CongressAgricultureRural DevelopmentScience, Space, and Technology

Our view: Happy second anniversary, CHIPS act; may the job growth continue

November 20, 2024

Editorial

As the CHIPS and Science Act marks its second anniversary, Oregon is a proven winner when it comes to securing federal funding to ensure that our home state remains at the heart of the semiconductor revolution.

Issues:Science, Space, and TechnologyEconomy

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