| Senator Diane Rosenbaum
D-Portland
District 21
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Press Releases
Statement by Senate Majority Leader Diane Rosenbaum On March 2013 Economic and Revenue Forecast February 15, 2013
Senate Democrats Comment on Economic Investment Bill December 14, 2012
Statement from Senate Majority Leader Diane Rosenbaum November 20, 2012
Statement from Senate Majority Leader Diane Rosenbaum August 29, 2012
Town Hall on Foreclosure Mediation - Monday, July 16, 2012 from 6:00-8:00pm July 10, 2012
Emergency Board approves $7.6 million to help struggling homeowners May 23, 2012
Oregon Senate Democrats release 2012 accomplishments, highlight work to help middle class families and small businesses March 13, 2012
Statement from Senate Majority Leader Diane Rosenbaum on Sine Die of 2012 March 5, 2012
Priority health care, early learning bills approved in Senate March 5, 2012
Oregon Investment Act Receives Final Legislative Vote March 2, 2012
Bills protecting vulnerable seniors from abuse approved by Senate March 1, 2012
Legislation to prevent teen dating violence earns Senate support March 1, 2012
Credit enhancement bill will expand growth for Oregon business February 24, 2012
Bill will protect kids by expanding list of mandatory reporters February 24, 2012
Senate approves help for struggling senior homeowners February 20, 2012
Prompt pay bill will help small businesses cover bottom line February 20, 2012
Buy American Transit preference will help create Oregon jobs February 17, 2012
Foreclosure legislation approved by Oregon Senate February 16, 2012
Bill clarifying tax assessment gives certainty to data centers February 15, 2012
Bill will help level playing field for Oregonians looking for work February 15, 2012
Greater public contracting transparency approved by Senate February 15, 2012
Next Step in Health Care Transformation Approved in Senate February 14, 2012
Senate Committee approves foreclosure help, protection for unemployed February 13, 2012
Senate Health Care Committee moves bill to expand cost-savings program February 8, 2012
Statement from Senate Majority Leader Rosenbaum on Revenue Forecast February 8, 2012
Senate Democrats welcome settlement, say there's more work to do on foreclosure
February 1, 2012
Democratic leaders focus on helping middle class families, small businesses in short February session January 19, 2012
Oregonians to join Democratic Leaders for Release of 2012 Session Agendas January 18, 2012
Oregon Senate Democrats call on Congress to help Oregonians struggling to find work December 13, 2011
Statement from Senate Majority Leader Diane Rosenbaum November 17, 2011
Senate Committees hold hearings on Senate Democrats' 2011 jobs bills September 21, 2011
Statement from Senate Majority Leader Diane Rosenbaum June 30, 2011
Health Care Transformation bill receives Senate support June 29, 2011
Tax Incentive Overhaul Approved by Senate June 24, 2011
Public Safety Measures Receive Senate Votes June 24, 2011
Farm to School Bill on the Way to Governor June 24, 2011
Legislation will give Oregon students a running start on college June 23, 2011
Senate approves college tuition waivers for foster kids June 21, 2011
Measure will allow harassment victims to receive leave time
June 20, 2011
Government efficiency bills move in Senate
June 20, 2011
“Cool Schools” receives final Legislative vote
June 20, 2011
Series of education bills gain Senate approval
June 20, 2011
Oregon University System Restructuring Bill Approved by Senate
June 17, 2011
Workforce development bills will improve skills, help new workers
June 16, 2011
Senate bill will help provide nutritious meals to low-income children
June 16, 2011
Foster care program will protect kids, help keep families together
June 14, 2011
Senate covers breast and cervical cancer treatment for low-income women
June 14, 2011
Senate approves legislation to attract high wage jobs
June 14, 2011
Bill will prohibit misleading and costly automatic contract renewals
June 10, 2011
Industrial lands bill will accelerate economic growth, create jobs
June 9, 2011
Citizens’ Initiative Review Commission clears final vote
June 1, 2011
Senate Approves Voter Access Bill
May 26, 2011
“Buy Oregon First” bill passes in Senate
May 26, 2011
"Officer Chris Kilcullen Memorial Highway" approved with Senate bill
Senate Majority Office
May 26, 2011
Senate bill will improve loan modification process for struggling homeowners
May 25, 2011
Senate approves 21st century bottle bill update
May 25, 2011
Senate bill will help low income Oregonians keep the lights on
May 24, 2011
Bill expanding access to cervical and breast cancer treatment scheduled for public hearing this afternoon May 23, 2011
Legislation will raise awareness of maternal mental health concerns
May 19, 2011
Garnishment bill will help protect Oregonians' basic living needs
May 19, 2011
Partial mastectomies to be covered in updated law for breast cancer survivors
May 17, 2011
Tax incentive info to be posted online under bill passed by Senate
May 17, 2011
Senate approves bill outlining critical services to Oregon seniors
May 16, 2011
Bill cracks down on “johns,” will help young sex trafficking victims
May 10, 2011
Bill expands mandatory reporting of child porn
May 9, 2011
Bills to reduce toxins in waterways, landfills approved by Senate
May 4, 2011
Bill allows gift card users to get cash back on small balances
May 2, 2011
Animals protected under changes to Family Abuse Prevention law
May 2, 2011
Rate review requirements will empower consumers,
shine light on rate hikes
April 28, 2011
Bill sets stage for more Oregon forest jobs, helping rural areas
April 27, 2011
Funding for health exchange moving forward in budget committee
April 26, 2011
Bill will protect tenants when landlords enter foreclosure
April 26, 2011
Legislation reins in supposedly “risk-free” trial offers
April 26, 2011
Senate passes bill recognizing dangers of cyber bullying
April 26, 2011
Bill sets standards for improving health care for diverse populations
April 25, 2011
Health insurance exchange earns strong, bipartisan Senate support
April 25, 2011
Senate votes to add bereavement to Oregon Family Leave Act
April 19, 2011
Senate Bill cracks down on child sex traffickers, closes loophole
April 14, 2011
Senate approves bills demanding answers from state agencies and ESDs
April 13, 2011
Senate Votes to Cut Red Tape in Education System, Passes "Mandate Relief" Bill April 12, 2011
Senate expands “tools of the trade” exemption to help struggling Oregonians
April 11, 2011
Senate approves bills to require teaching of Oregon studies in middle school; boost educational opportunities for veterans
April 6, 2011
Senate Education Committee approves “mandate relief” legislation
April 5, 2011
Senate approves bill to protect privacy of domestic violence survivors
April 4, 2011
Statement from Senate Majority Leader Diane Rosenbaum on passage of Tuition Equity Bill
March 29, 2011
Free Full-Day Kindergarten Requirements Pass in Senate
March 24, 2011
Legislation will Expand Federal Loan Forgiveness for Middle School Teachers at Oregon’s Low-Income Schools
March 23, 2011
Senate Bill Updating Charter School Laws Passes Unanimously
March 21, 2011
Help on the Way for Unemployed Oregonians
March 21, 2011
Editorial: 'Cool Schools’ for Oregon’s future
March 15, 2011
Bill to Attract High Wage Jobs Scheduled for Senate Hearing Today
March 15, 2011
Legislation Encouraging Outreach to Veterans Passes in Senate
March 14, 2011
Senate Approves Bill to Guarantee Access to Health Insurance for Sick Kids March 9, 2011
Senate Votes to Protect Persons with Disabilities from Criminal Intimidation March 2, 2011
Key Senate Democratic Priority to Help Small Business Grow and Create Jobs Moves Out of Committee February 28, 2011
Senate Democrats Elect Leaders, Reaffirm Commitment to Growing Economy, Protecting Oregon Families November 12, 2010
Breastfeeding Provision in Federal Health Care Reform Follows Oregon's Lead April 2, 2010
Senate Votes for Bill Giving Poorest Oregonians a Break on Property Taxes
February 20, 2010
Unemployment Extension Has Final Vote on the Way to Governor's Desk
February 19, 2010
Job Applicant Fairness Act passes in Senate
February 15, 2010
Senate Votes to Extend Aid for Oregonians About to Lose UI Benefits
February 5, 2010
Rosenbaum and Kotek Announce Job Applicant Fairness Act
February 3, 2010
Town Hall Meeting Tonight July 7, 2009
Legislation to Protect Whistleblowers Clears Final Vote June 8, 2009
Senate Reins in Unscrupulous Debt Settlement Companies June 4, 2009
Senate Votes to Shut Down Abusive Puppy Mills June 2, 2009
Legislation Will Help Curb Spread of Sexually Transmitted diseases May 29, 2009
Senate Supports Bill to Give Employers a Hand, Keep Workers in Their Jobs May 28, 2009
Oregon Celebrates National Women’s Health Week May 11, 2009
Violence Victims Get Job Protection
May 7, 2009 - The Statesman Journal
Safety of Domestic Violence Victims Protected With Senate Legislation May 5, 2009
Give Paid Leave a Try April 16, 2009 - The Register Guard
The Benefits of Unemployment Insurance
April 16, 2009 - OPB's Think Out Loud
Senate Committee Hears from Coalition Pressing the State to Prepare a Strategic Plan for Improving Diversity April 6, 2009
Legislation to Expand Opportunities for Women and Minority Contractors Scheduled Monday
April 3, 2009
Senate Votes to Update Unemployment Formula, Thousands More Out-of-Work Oregonians Will Qualify
April 1, 2009
Firefighters Pack Senate to Celebrate Passage of HB 2420
March 5, 2009
March 7th Town Hall Meeting with Senator Diane Rosenbaum
February 19, 2009
Senate votes to raise compensation for orphans and widows of workers killed on the job
February 16, 2009
Senate Consumer Protection Committee Passes Bill Banning Dangerous Toy-Like Lighters
February 12, 2009
Oregon Women’s Health and Wellness Alliance Announces Legislation for 2009 Session
February 5, 2009
Senate Democrats to Hold Hearings on Expansion of Unemployment Benefits
January 20, 2009
Senators Honor Dr. King by Volunteering At Marion-Polk Food Share Monday
January 19, 2009
Rosenbaum Is New Oregon House Speaker Following Merkley’s Ascension to U.S. Senate
January 5, 2009
Senate Democrats Elect Leaders, Reaffirm 2009 Agenda
December 9, 2008
Commissioner Avakian Announces 2009 Minimum Wage
September 16, 2008
President, Speaker Appoint Members to State Hospital Oversight Committee
January 30, 2008
House
Approves Sweeping Ethics Reform Bill
June 27, 2007
Rosenbaum, Democrats Stand Up for Working Families
June 25, 2007
Nine
Days Until Sine Die
June 20, 2007
Democrats Lead House to Approve Record Reinvestment in Oregon's K-12 Public Schools
June 12, 2007
Democrats Lead House to Historic Expansion of Oregon Bottle
Bill
May 24, 2007
Rights for Nursing Mothers Signed Into Law
May 17, 2007
Senate Passes Landmark Contraception Bill
May 16, 2007
House Democrats Approve “Responsible Employer Act”
May 16, 2007
House Passes Bill Extending Protections to Crime Victims
May 14, 2007
Rosenbaum: Oregon to Join Washington, California in Offering Family Leave Insurance
May 8, 2007
House Passess Initiative Reform and Modernization Act
April 18, 2007
Oregon House Approves Historic Equality Bills
April 17, 2007
Democrats Celebrate First-Half-of-Session Achievements
April 2, 2007
House Bill Guarantees Better Access to Birth Control
April 2, 2007
Democrats Lead House to Close Ethical Loopholes
March 6, 2007
Oregonians to Legislature: Stop the War
February 26, 2007
House Mandates Fire-Safe Cigarettes
February 22, 2007
House Democrats Press Ahead on Rainy Day Fund Despite Republican Roadblocks
February 19, 2007
Reps. Rosenbaum, Holvey, Shields Announce Resolution Opposing Troop Escalation and Calling for Prompt, Safe Return of Troops From Iraq
January 31, 2007
Initiative Hearing Raises Concerns
January 31, 2007
Legislators to Examine Oregon's Ballot Initiative Process
January 29, 2007
Public Invited to Legislative Workshop
January 22, 2007
December
5th Town Hall Meeting
November 30, 2006
House
Approves Critical Bill on Women's Health
June 17, 2005
Rosenbaum:
Republicans Play Games With Breast-Exam Bill
June 2, 2005
Rosenbaum
Chides Speaker for Dismissing Dems' Fiscal Reform Plan
Press Release from March 22, 2005
Oregon
Teens Meet with Representative Rosenbaum Regarding Adolescent Risky
Behavior
January 24, 2004
Rosenbaum
Praises Minimum Wage Hike
September 17, 2004
Minimum
Wage Will be Adjusted for Inflation
September 16,. 2003
House
Acts to Allow Oregon Company to Bid on License Plates
August 15, 2003
Oregon
Commission for Women Selects 2003 Women of Achievement to be Honored
at the 19th Annual Awards Dinner
August 11, 2003
Rosenbaum
fights repeal of minimum-wage law
April 1, 2003
Tax
Reform Committee Visiting Portland
February 27, 2004
2003
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