Years in Office
2
Bills Sponsored
42
Bills Co-Sponsored
1008
Committees
2
Andrea Salinas Biography
Andrea Salinas began her career as a legislative advocate, focusing on healthcare and environmental policy before entering public office. Elected to represent Oregon’s 6th Congressional District in 2022, she champions affordable healthcare, climate action, and workers’ rights. Salinas played a key role in introducing legislation to lower prescription drug costs and serves on the House Agriculture Committee, where she advances rural and environmental initiatives. She brings a collaborative, solutions-oriented approach to representing her district’s diverse communities.
Education
- B.A., University of California, Berkeley, CA(1994)
Professional History
U.S. Senator
(2023-Present)Representing Oregon in the Senate
Member, Oregon House of Representatives
(2017–23)(Majority Whip, 2021)
Staffer, U.S. representative Darlene Hooley
(2006–08)Staffer, U.S. representative Pete Stark Jr.
(1997–2003)Staffer, U.S. senator Harry Reid
(1996–97)Consultant
Public Advocate
Trade Unionist
Impact & Accomplishments
Notable contributions during Andrea Salinas's congressional service.
Affordable Insulin Act
Co-sponsored legislation capping insulin costs at $35 per month for insured Oregonians.
Wildfire Recovery Funding
Secured federal funds to support wildfire recovery and mitigation efforts in Oregon communities.
Paid Family Leave
Championed Oregon’s paid family and medical leave law, providing job-protected leave for workers.
Farmworker Overtime Protections
Led efforts to pass Oregon’s law extending overtime pay protections to agricultural workers.
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