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November 19, 2009
Wu Hearing on Transportation Research Uses Oregon as Model
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today Congressman David Wu chaired a hearing in the Science Subcommittee on Technology and Innovation that examined the research activities of the U.S. Department of Transportation. » read more

November 18, 2009
Wu: House Passes Bill That Will Support Oregon Fire Fighters
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today Congressman David Wu joined the majority of the House of Representatives to pass H.R. 3791, the Fire Grants Reauthorization Act of 2009, which will benefit fire fighters in Oregon and across the country. » read more

November 7, 2009
U.S. House Overwhelmingly Passes Wu Resolution in Support of Jailed Sichuan Earthquake Activists
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today the U.S. House of Representatives passed Congressman David Wu’s resolution in support of two Chinese human rights activists, Mr. Huang Qi and Mr. Tan Zuoren by a vote of 426 to 1.  Both men have been arrested and tried in China for attempting to give voice to the parents of the thousands of children who were killed in the numerous school building collapses that occurred during the May 12, 2008, earthquake in Sichuan province. » read more

November 7, 2009
Wu: House Passes Historic Health Care Bill
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today Congressman David Wu issued the following statement after joining the majority of the House of Representatives to pass comprehensive health care legislation: » read more

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HEALTH CARE REFORM RESOURCES

Health care reform has been at the forefront of the political landscape for months now, but I know that many people still have questions about the legislation that Congress is currently working on.  I hope that the following resources will help provide answers to those questions.

• Rules Committee — The text of the health care reform bill and the companion Medicare physician payment reform bill, as well as proposed amendments, are available here.

• Library of Congress — The Library of Congress provides information on the health care reform bill and a summary from the Congressional Research Service.

• FactCheck.org — This site contains a number of articles on the various claims made about health care reform.

• Myths vs Facts (AARP) — This shorter fact sheet from AARP helps debunk some of the most common myths about health care reform.

WU REQUESTS FUNDING FOR VITAL LOCAL PROJECTS

Part of my role as a member of Congress is to secure federal funds that would have been spent elsewhere for urgent needs in my district.  Each year I have the opportunity to submit requests for specific appropriations, or "earmarks," to fund projects that I think will provide substantial benefits to our communities.  These projects would improve education, reduce traffic congestion, increase energy efficiency, and make our communities safer all across the 1st District. 

In addition, every five years I have the opportunity to submit requests for high-priority transportation projects to be funded in the next transportation bill.  These diverse projects address public transit development, access to multi-modal transit systems, intelligent transportation systems, and mobility issues on existing infrastructure across my congressional district and the surrounding area.

I am proud of the important projects that I have been able to support over the years, and I am hopeful that many of my district's vital projects will receive funding this year.  To increase transparency in these important processes and comply with committee rules, I have posted all of my project funding requests online.

My fiscal year 2010 appropriations requests are available here.

My 2009 transportation project requests are available here.

RESOURCES AVAILABLE FOR DISTRESSED HOMEOWNERS

Congressman Wu knows that the current economic crisis is hurting hard-working Oregonians.  If you are one of the many people who are on the brink of foreclosure, or you believe that you may have trouble paying your mortgage in the future, you have the best chance of staying in your home if you act now.  Too often, people facing foreclosure wait too long to seek the professional help necessary to avoid this crisis. 

Congress provides funds to housing counseling agencies throughout the country that help people stay in their homes.  These counseling agencies are approved by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), and the service is free.

You can access additional information on avoiding foreclosure, as well as contact information for HUD-approved counseling agencies, at the following websites:

• HUD Guide to Avoiding Foreclosure — Through HUD’s online guide, you can find and contact your local housing agency to determine what free services are available to help you avoid foreclosure.

• Homeowner Preservation Foundation — This nonprofit organization serves as a clearinghouse of national HUD-approved resources to help you avoid foreclosure.

Unfortunately, it is important to note that there are those who prey on people in crisis.  A number of fraudulent foreclosure prevention services and hotlines are attempting to portray their organizations as affiliated with honest efforts.  Seeking help is the most important thing you can do, but be sure to confirm that you are working with a HUD-approved counselor, such as those available via the above websites.

As always, you may call my office at 503-326-2901 for additional help or information.

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