Speaker Julie Fahey
@repfahey.bsky.social
Speaker of the Oregon House. State Rep. for HD 14 (West Eugene, Veneta). Policy wonk.
Serving in the #orleg to get things done and make Oregonians' lives better.
Serving in the #orleg to get things done and make Oregonians' lives better.
(1/4) Nearly 96,000 Lane Co residents who get health care through the Oregon Health Plan will transition from PacificSource to Trillium beginning Feb. 1. This is a significant change, and it’s important our community has clear, accurate information. buff.ly/IUGHHde
Trillium commits to close gap for thousands of incoming members who have out-of-network providers
Between 15,000 and 25,000 Lane County Medicaid members have doctors or clinics that are out of network as PacificSource shifts to Trillium. Trillium is working to bring more providers into its…
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December 29, 2025 at 6:53 PM
(1/4) Nearly 96,000 Lane Co residents who get health care through the Oregon Health Plan will transition from PacificSource to Trillium beginning Feb. 1. This is a significant change, and it’s important our community has clear, accurate information. buff.ly/IUGHHde
(1/3) Vote-by-mail has been a cornerstone of Oregon’s democracy for decades—it’s safe, secure, & wildly popular. When a handful of Repub politicians tried to end it in 2025, the intense public outcry crashed the #ORleg website.That’s what protecting democracy looks like. #ORpol
December 27, 2025 at 5:15 PM
(1/4) After nearly 2 years of uncertainty, Congress finally renewed Secure Rural Schools, a lifeline so many have been waiting for. No state was hurt more than Oregon when the fed govt failed to meet its commitments and payments lapsed. buff.ly/ZaOozuj #ORleg #ORpol
After nearly two-year lapse, Congress renews Secure Rural Schools funding • Oregon Capital Chronicle
The Secure Rural Schools act provides tens of millions each year to schools and communities across the West.
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December 22, 2025 at 5:15 PM
(1/4) After nearly 2 years of uncertainty, Congress finally renewed Secure Rural Schools, a lifeline so many have been waiting for. No state was hurt more than Oregon when the fed govt failed to meet its commitments and payments lapsed. buff.ly/ZaOozuj #ORleg #ORpol
(1/3) Today, Oregonians are observing "A Day Without an Immigrant" to underscore a simple truth: immigrants are essential to Oregon's economy. They are the backbone of sectors like health care, construction, and agriculture. #ORleg #ORpol buff.ly/3vVu5QR
‘Day Without an Immigrant’ events planned for Thursday in Eugene, Springfield
Pineros Y Campesinos Unidos del Noroeste, Oregon’s farmworkers union, inspired the events. Thursday’s demonstrations will be the first in a series of monthly actions that call on community members…
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December 18, 2025 at 5:30 PM
(1/3) Today, Oregonians are observing "A Day Without an Immigrant" to underscore a simple truth: immigrants are essential to Oregon's economy. They are the backbone of sectors like health care, construction, and agriculture. #ORleg #ORpol buff.ly/3vVu5QR
(1/3) Last week, the Oregon Dept of Aviation and @lanetitans.bsky.social announced a partnership to expand drone technology for wildfire detection and public safety. LCC has one of Oregon’s strongest UAS programs, and the Dept. of Aviation is leading on integrating new tools into emergency response.
December 16, 2025 at 5:15 PM
(1/3) Last week, the Oregon Dept of Aviation and @lanetitans.bsky.social announced a partnership to expand drone technology for wildfire detection and public safety. LCC has one of Oregon’s strongest UAS programs, and the Dept. of Aviation is leading on integrating new tools into emergency response.
(1/5) The 2025 transportation bill was designed to balance the need for safe roads with the strain we all feel from rising costs. It was a carefully crafted, heavily negotiated package supported by nearly every key transportation stakeholder. #ORleg #ORpol buff.ly/c3j0WBS
Oregon tax opponents turn in ‘nearly 200,000′ signatures
The submission will likely ensure a gas tax increase approved by lawmakers this year doesn’t take effect.
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December 13, 2025 at 12:55 AM
(1/5) The 2025 transportation bill was designed to balance the need for safe roads with the strain we all feel from rising costs. It was a carefully crafted, heavily negotiated package supported by nearly every key transportation stakeholder. #ORleg #ORpol buff.ly/c3j0WBS
(1/3) Last week I was excited to visit with Homes for Good & tour one of their publicly-subsidized apt buildings in dowtown Eugene. I got to see firsthand the care & commitment that goes into providing stable, affordable homes for seniors & people with disabilities. #ORleg #ORpol
December 11, 2025 at 5:15 PM
(1/6) Last month, a Common Sense Institute report highlighted some encouraging end-of-year trends for Oregon families and communities. Despite Trump's chaos, Oregon is seeing real progress in areas where #ORleg has made intentional policy investments. #ORpol buff.ly/Eo7Lqld
Oregon’s 2025 Bright Spots: Rising Incomes, Lower Poverty, and a Calmer Wildfire Season
Discover the key positive trends shaping Oregon in 2025 — from higher real incomes and reduced poverty to a quiet wildfire season, and signs of progress in housing production. A data-driven look at…
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December 8, 2025 at 5:23 PM
(1/6) Last month, a Common Sense Institute report highlighted some encouraging end-of-year trends for Oregon families and communities. Despite Trump's chaos, Oregon is seeing real progress in areas where #ORleg has made intentional policy investments. #ORpol buff.ly/Eo7Lqld
(1/3) When the Trump admin illegally cuts funding, Oregon fights back. In Trump’s 2nd term, we have joined dozens of multistate lawsuits to protect everything from crime-victim services to medical research to support for homeless students. #ORleg #ORpol buff.ly/HWSrpTD
Oregon’s lawsuits against Trump cost a fraction of what state has saved • Oregon Capital Chronicle
Oregon's a part of at least 45 lawsuits against the Trump administration, often teaming up with other states to prevent federal funding cuts.
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December 6, 2025 at 9:45 PM
(1/3) When the Trump admin illegally cuts funding, Oregon fights back. In Trump’s 2nd term, we have joined dozens of multistate lawsuits to protect everything from crime-victim services to medical research to support for homeless students. #ORleg #ORpol buff.ly/HWSrpTD
(1/2) Last week I had the chance to meet with local Lane County business leaders about the future of our thriving food & beverage manufacturing industry. From coffee & tea to beer & wine to ice cream & yogurt, we're lucky to have world-class producers in our region
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November 29, 2025 at 5:15 PM
(1/3) Last week legislators held 3 days of hearings—some of which focused on the budget reductions Oregon agencies will need to make due to the devastating budget bill passed by Donald Trump & his Republican enablers in Congress
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Lawmakers to discuss ‘painful’ cuts for Oregon agencies under $373 million deficit • Oregon Capital Chronicle
Oregon lawmakers asked all state agencies to create lists of ways to cut 5% of their legislatively approved budgets.
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November 26, 2025 at 1:31 AM
(1/3) Last week legislators held 3 days of hearings—some of which focused on the budget reductions Oregon agencies will need to make due to the devastating budget bill passed by Donald Trump & his Republican enablers in Congress
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(1/4) Donald Trump & Republicans in Congress have put access to life-saving health care at risk. Last week I was honored to stand with my Democratic #ORleg colleagues to support emergency funding to keep Planned Parenthood clinics in Oregon open
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Oregon agrees to backfill lost Medicaid funds for Planned Parenthood • Oregon Capital Chronicle
Oregon agrees to backfill $7.5 million in lost Planned Parenthood dollars after Congress approved a bill blocking access to Medicaid funds.
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November 24, 2025 at 8:20 PM
(1/4) Donald Trump & Republicans in Congress have put access to life-saving health care at risk. Last week I was honored to stand with my Democratic #ORleg colleagues to support emergency funding to keep Planned Parenthood clinics in Oregon open
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(1/4) This morning, November SNAP benefits are finally arriving in Oregonians’ accounts, ending weeks of uncertainty and worry for hundreds of thousands of Oregonians.
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Oregon SNAP recipients will receive November benefits today, DHS says
The Oregon Department of Human Services announced that people who receive SNAP food assistance would receive 100% of their November benefits on Friday.
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November 7, 2025 at 5:39 PM
(1/4) This morning, November SNAP benefits are finally arriving in Oregonians’ accounts, ending weeks of uncertainty and worry for hundreds of thousands of Oregonians.
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Oregonians have stood for justice, not violence. If today's ruling stands and troops are deployed against our people, it would be an act of authoritarianism, not an act of protection.
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9th Circuit rules that National Guard can deploy to Portland, but legal questions loom
The appeals court overturned the ruling of a lower court judge in Oregon, which could pave the way for President Trump to deploy the National Guard to Portland.
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October 20, 2025 at 11:09 PM
Oregonians have stood for justice, not violence. If today's ruling stands and troops are deployed against our people, it would be an act of authoritarianism, not an act of protection.
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Oregonians have showed up peacefully, calmly, and united against Trump’s abuse of the Constitution, and we will continue to do so. Our communities are not military training grounds; our neighbors are not enemy combatants.
October 5, 2025 at 7:03 PM
Oregonians have showed up peacefully, calmly, and united against Trump’s abuse of the Constitution, and we will continue to do so. Our communities are not military training grounds; our neighbors are not enemy combatants.
The courts have temporarily blocked Trump’s plan to send the National Guard into Portland. The truth has won out — Portland is not a war zone. There is no rebellion or insurrection here, just people going about their daily lives.
October 5, 2025 at 12:45 AM
The courts have temporarily blocked Trump’s plan to send the National Guard into Portland. The truth has won out — Portland is not a war zone. There is no rebellion or insurrection here, just people going about their daily lives.
(1/3) This week I joined @repwillychotzen.bsky.social, @rephaipham.bsky.social& Rep. Chaichi for @tinakotek.bsky.social signing our consumer privacy bill that cracks down on personal data sales. #ORpol #ORleg
October 3, 2025 at 12:31 AM
(1/3) This week I joined @repwillychotzen.bsky.social, @rephaipham.bsky.social& Rep. Chaichi for @tinakotek.bsky.social signing our consumer privacy bill that cracks down on personal data sales. #ORpol #ORleg
(1/3) With today’s Senate vote, Oregon passed a much-needed transportation package that will mean safer roads & bridges, reliable buses, and stronger accountability for every dollar spent.
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Oregon Senate passes $4.3 billion transportation package • Oregon Capital Chronicle
The Oregon Senate on Monday is meeting for a final vote on a long-awaited transportation bill to fund road operations and maintenance.
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September 29, 2025 at 8:42 PM
(1/3) With today’s Senate vote, Oregon passed a much-needed transportation package that will mean safer roads & bridges, reliable buses, and stronger accountability for every dollar spent.
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Reposted by Speaker Julie Fahey
Sending the military to Portland would not only be a violation of federal law, but of our basic rights and freedoms. I know this moment feels unsettling for people across our state and across the country – now more than ever, I urge Oregonians to stay calm, stay peaceful, and stay united.
September 28, 2025 at 1:24 AM
Sending the military to Portland would not only be a violation of federal law, but of our basic rights and freedoms. I know this moment feels unsettling for people across our state and across the country – now more than ever, I urge Oregonians to stay calm, stay peaceful, and stay united.
Reposted by Speaker Julie Fahey
There is no mistaking where Oregonians stand: we do not want federal troops on our streets. Oregon is our home, not a war zone or a military target, and our communities remain vibrant and secure.
September 28, 2025 at 1:24 AM
There is no mistaking where Oregonians stand: we do not want federal troops on our streets. Oregon is our home, not a war zone or a military target, and our communities remain vibrant and secure.
There is no mistaking where Oregonians stand: we do not want federal troops on our streets. Oregon is our home, not a war zone or a military target, and our communities remain vibrant and secure.
September 28, 2025 at 1:24 AM
There is no mistaking where Oregonians stand: we do not want federal troops on our streets. Oregon is our home, not a war zone or a military target, and our communities remain vibrant and secure.
Reposted by Speaker Julie Fahey
My office is reaching out to the White House and Homeland Security for more information. We have been provided no information on the reason or purpose of any military mission. There is no national security threat in Portland. Our communities are safe and calm.
September 27, 2025 at 5:20 PM
My office is reaching out to the White House and Homeland Security for more information. We have been provided no information on the reason or purpose of any military mission. There is no national security threat in Portland. Our communities are safe and calm.
(1/2) Cost of living is top of mind for Oregon families. That’s why last session the legislature passed laws to keep money in people’s pockets—like ensuring medical debt doesn't wreck your credit score & cracking down on predatory car loans
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New laws aim to protect Oregonians from medical bankruptcies, dishonest car dealers • Oregon Capital Chronicle
Oregonians won’t have to worry about unpaid medical bills ruining their credit or car dealers changing loan terms after driving off the lot.
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September 27, 2025 at 4:15 PM
(1/2) Cost of living is top of mind for Oregon families. That’s why last session the legislature passed laws to keep money in people’s pockets—like ensuring medical debt doesn't wreck your credit score & cracking down on predatory car loans
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(1/2) I was honored to join @wyden.senate.gov, @orsecretaryread.bsky.social, Sen. Manning & Barbara Smith Warner of @voteathome.bsky.social to talk about the importance of Oregon’s vote-by-mail system. Oregon has led the nation, showing that VBM is secure, effective & increases turnout #ORleg #ORpol
September 25, 2025 at 6:07 PM
(1/2) I was honored to join @wyden.senate.gov, @orsecretaryread.bsky.social, Sen. Manning & Barbara Smith Warner of @voteathome.bsky.social to talk about the importance of Oregon’s vote-by-mail system. Oregon has led the nation, showing that VBM is secure, effective & increases turnout #ORleg #ORpol