At a Glance

Seat

Representative for Oregon District 5

Born

January 31, 1975

Age 51

Phone

(202) 225-5711

Office

1508 Longworth House Office Building, Washington 20515

Congress Member Profile|U.S. Representative|Democrat|Oregon District 5

Janelle S. Bynum

Janelle Sojourner Bynum is an American politician and businesswoman serving as the U.S. representative for Oregon's 5th congressional district since 2025. A member of the Democratic Party, she previously served in the Oregon House of Representatives from 2017 to 2025.

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Voting Record — 583

Yes46%

No53%

Present1%

Not Voting1%

Party align96%

Cross-party4%

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District Map

Congressional District 5

U.S. Census Bureau boundary data.

Social & Web

Official site Bluesky X @RepBynum Facebook Instagram

External Resources

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Janelle S. Bynum

U.S. RepresentativeDemocratOregon District 5

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Janelle S.'s ATmosphere Activity

20 recent posts · 21 sponsored · 99 cosponsored

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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Rep. Janelle Bynum@bynum.house.gov22h ago(source)

We rely on healthcare workers without always seeing what it costs them to keep going. This weekend at Neighborhood Health Center’s Canby Clinic, I talked with providers about what that actually feels like right now – the exhaustion, the pressure, and still showing up for patients every day.

Rep. Janelle Bynum@bynum.house.gov3d ago(source)

Today, I’m honoring the strength of my South Carolina ancestors, their faith, and the legacy they left behind. [2/2]

Rep. Janelle Bynum@bynum.house.gov3d ago(source)

Juneteenth is a chance to reflect on history. And a chance to dream of a better tomorrow for ourselves and our children. We are reminded of generations of Black mothers and fathers doing whatever it took to make sure we had opportunities they could only dream of. [1/2]

Rep. Janelle Bynum@bynum.house.gov4d ago(source)

My doctor says I should drink at least 8 cups of water every day, and I bet yours does, too. So it better be clean!

Rep. Janelle Bynum@bynum.house.gov4d ago(source)

Don’t let the good stuff hit your feed late! Sign up for my newsletter to stay updated on what I’m doing for the district, the fight for Oregon values in DC, and events you won’t want to miss. Just real updates, straight from me to you. Subscribe here: bynum.house.gov/subscribe

Rep. Janelle Bynum@bynum.house.gov4d ago(source)

It’s giving dictatorship… and the last time I checked, the U.S. is a democracy. www.oregonlive.com/nation/2026/...

‘We will hunt you down,’ Trump says in pre-movie ad that stunned Portland theatergoers

One Portland audience member is pushing Regal theaters to stop playing the “Peace Through Strength” ad — and gaining traction.

Rep. Janelle Bynum@bynum.house.gov5d ago(source)

Proud to secure $700,000 in funding for the City of Halsey to guarantee our community has safe, clean drinking water for years to come.

Rep. Janelle Bynum@bynum.house.gov5d ago(source)

Home is more than four walls. It's dignity. Stability. Peace of mind. Loved seeing how affordable housing is helping veterans in Albany get the fresh start they've earned.

Rep. Janelle Bynum@bynum.house.gov5d ago(source)

You know the drill – if you’ve been trying to get answers from a federal agency and getting nowhere, come by the Willamette Summer Street Market next week. My team will be there and ready to help!

Rep. Janelle Bynum@bynum.house.gov6d ago(source)

TimberLab in Oregon is doing the most y’all. Jobs. New tech. Beautiful spaces.

Rep. Janelle Bynum@bynum.house.govJun 15(source)

Let’s play finish that sentence!

Rep. Janelle Bynum@bynum.house.govJun 15(source)

OLCV fighting the good fight for lower energy bills, clean water, and protected land for everyone to enjoy.

Rep. Janelle Bynum@bynum.house.govJun 12(source)

Our country has elevated the art of having a free press and this is 20 steps backwards.

Rep. Janelle Bynum@bynum.house.govJun 12(source)

I am back with another prayer list!

Rep. Janelle Bynum@bynum.house.govJun 12(source)

We need more housing, more skilled workers, and more pathways to homeownership. I appreciated the conversation with Oregon Home Builders Association this week about how we get there.

Rep. Janelle Bynum@bynum.house.govJun 12(source)

Whether it’s wildfires, hurricanes, or flooding, the American people can’t afford to wait years before getting the help they need to rebuild in the wake of disaster.

Rep. Janelle Bynum@bynum.house.govJun 11(source)

Mr. Hegseth, Mr. President, and Mr. Speaker, we are here to honor these women. You won’t take their honor, you won’t take their dignity, and you won’t take our gratitude.

Rep. Janelle Bynum@bynum.house.govJun 10(source)

I don’t know about you, but I’m looking high and low for joy these days. Found it here in my district.

Rep. Janelle Bynum@bynum.house.govJun 10(source)

I wasn’t just a no, I was a hell no on giving ICE an additional $70 billion. What would you do with $70 billion dollars to actually help this country?

Rep. Janelle Bynum@bynum.house.govJun 9(source)

How high are grocery costs? Too damn high.

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Sponsored Bills(21)

H. Res. 1276 (119th)
Recognizing the 100th anniversary of the Bend Chamber of Commerce.
H.J. Res. 182 (119th)
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of t…
H.J. Res. 183 (119th)
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of t…
H.R. 8041 (119th)
To establish an entitlement to a supplemental period of unpaid parental leave for employees …
H.R. 7242 (119th)
To amend the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act to train individuals in construction t…

Cosponsored Bills(99)

H.R. 9320 (119th)
To amend the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to allow local educational agenc…
Joined: 2026-06-15
H.R. 9306 (119th)
To prohibit Federal employees from intervening in election administration.
Joined: 2026-06-11
H.R. 9289 (119th)
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the tax credit for contributions of ind…
Joined: 2026-06-11
H.R. 9300 (119th)
To authorize the Secretary of Education to award grants to create evidence-based student suc…
Joined: 2026-06-11
H.J. Res. 195 (119th)
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of t…
Joined: 2026-06-10

Leadership

No leadership roles

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Voting History

583 total votes

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Recent roll calls with party-majority context so it is easier to scan how this member tends to vote.

Date	Bill	Question	Position	Party Maj	Align?	Result
2026-06-11	H. Res. 1335 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-06-11	H.R. 9238 (119th)	Fast-track passage	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-06-10	H.R. 8464 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-06-10	H.R. 8464 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-06-10	H.R. 8312 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-06-10	H.R. 7892 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-06-09	H.R. 5408 (119th)	Final passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-06-09	H. Res. 1140 (119th)	Approve resolution	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-06-09	S. 2 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-06-09	S. 2 (119th)	Motion to Commit	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-06-09	H. Res. 1140 (119th)	Motion to Discharge	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-06-09	H. Res. 1345 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-06-09	H. Res. 1345 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-06-08	H.R. 8428 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-06-08	H.R. 8466 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-06-05	H.R. 2913 (119th)	Final passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-06-04	H. Res. 518 (119th)	Approve resolution	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-06-04	H.R. 8646 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-06-04	H.R. 8646 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-06-04	H. Res. 1336 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-06-04	H. Res. 1336 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-06-04	H. Con. Res. 84 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-06-03	H. Res. 518 (119th)	Motion to Discharge	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-06-03	H. Con. Res. 86 (119th)	Approve resolution	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-06-03	H.R. 7726 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-06-03	H.R. 7726 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-06-03	H.R. 2860 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-06-03	H. Res. 1333 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-06-03	H. Res. 1333 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-06-03	S. 254 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-06-03	H.R. 7618 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-05-21	H.R. 6047 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-05-21	H.R. 1041 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-05-21	H.R. 1041 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-05-21	H.R. 1329 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-05-21	H.R. 1329 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-05-20	H. Res. 1300 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-05-20	H. Res. 1300 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-05-20	H.R. 2616 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-05-20	H.R. 2616 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-05-20	H.R. 1993 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-05-20	S. 1003 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-05-20	S. 2393 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-05-20	H.R. 5317 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-05-20	H.R. 4544 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-05-20	H.R. 3234 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-05-20	H. Res. 1299 (119th)	Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-05-15	H.R. 8469 (119th)	Final passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-05-15	H.R. 8469 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-05-14	H.R. 8365 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed

Alignment stats consider only votes where a clear yes/no majority existed for the legislator's party. Cross-party marks divergence where the vote matched the opposite party majority. ↔ indicates cross-party divergence.

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